If you’ve ever had one of those Chicago nights where you tell yourself, “I’m only going out for one drink,” and then suddenly it’s midnight and you’re discussing the moral implications of oat milk with a stranger named Doug… congratulations, you’ve lived in Logan Square. Last Friday, I wandered back into the neighborhood for what […]
Author: Jessica K
Noriko Knew What It Was Doing To Us
Noriko Handroll Bar – 401 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60654 There are restaurants that feel like a dinner reservation, and there are restaurants that feel like an experience with consequences. Noriko Handroll Bar in River West falls into the second category. It is new, sleek, warm on the inside, freezing on the outside and […]
Carlucci Rosemont: The Most Unexpectedly Perfect Night Out by O’Hare
Let me be honest: I don’t usually expect magic from the areas around O’Hare. Convenient? Sure. Charming? Rarely. But then I walked into Carlucci in Rosemont, over at 6111 N River Rd, and suddenly I was making eye contact with a plate of pasta like it was a plot twist in my love life. This […]
Rose Mary: The Restaurant That Flirts Back
Some restaurants are fun. And then there’s Rose Mary at 932 W Fulton Market, which feels like the universe gently nudging you to have a night you’ll definitely talk about later. I walked in thinking I’d be chill and well-behaved. I walked out two hours later wondering if pasta can be a love language. The […]
A Perfect Night at Cira: The Mediterranean Gem Hiding in Plain Sight
There are restaurants that feel like Chicago flexing, and then there are restaurants that feel like Chicago exhaling. Cira is the second kind, in the best possible way. Tucked inside The Hoxton at 200 N Green St, it sits right in the noise and energy of Fulton Market, yet the second you step in, everything […]
A Night at Mary Jo McGuire’s: Vintage Vibes, Pizza Pies and Playful Nights in Lincoln Park
Step into Mary Jo McGuire’s 1890s-inspired saloon in Lincoln Park for sourdough pizza, cocktails, and vintage fun.
Gliding Through the Holidays: My Entrepreneur’s Guide to Ice Skating at Millennium Park
As a 30 ‑something founder who spends most days toggling between investor calls and product roadmaps, I have a confession: I’m a sucker for sparkly winter magic. When the mercury drops and Chicago’s twinkling holiday lights flicker to life, I trade my stilettos for skates and head straight for the McCormick Tribune Ice Rink at Millennium […]
Christkindlmarket Magic: An Entrepreneur’s Guide to Chicago’s Holiday Wonderland
As a young entrepreneur who splits her time between pitching investors and sampling craft cocktails, I live for those moments when work and play collide. Chicago in November is one of those times. The Loop transforms into a snow‑dusted set from a romantic comedy, complete with twinkling lights, steaming mugs of mulled wine and flurries […]
Khmai Restaurant Reopens with Breakfast Near Loyola University
Khmai, the celebrated Cambodian restaurant led by chef Mona Sang, is set to reopen in April at a new location near Loyola University in Rogers Park. This move marks an exciting new chapter for the restaurant, which has gained acclaim for its authentic Khmer cuisine and community-focused approach. Key Takeaways New Location: Khmai will open […]
Exciting New Dining Experience: Trio of Mexican and Peruvian Restaurants Set to Open in Chicago
A new restaurant group is making waves in Chicago’s culinary scene with plans to launch three innovative dining establishments that blend Mexican and Peruvian cuisines. The first, Ayayay, is set to open on February 17, 2025, in the Loop, promising a unique dining experience that combines fine dining with casual vibes. Key Takeaways First Restaurant: […]