Where to Party on New Year's Eve:
Let loose this New Year's Eve and party it up at one of the many events taking place around town. Eat, drink and dance the night away at these Chicago hotspots before making those impossible-to-keep New Years resolutions. From throwback parties to live musical performances, there's something to do for everyone. So make your plans now because it sure beats being stuck at home when 2014 rolls...
Beatrix's Creative Mix; The Grid Nails Pub Grub:
Beatrix is a hodgepodge of ideas that manages to work, according to Phil Vettel. Tsukune, Japanese-style chicken meatballs, are "soft and tasty with nice ginger notes" but "way too salty overall," while a low-calorie "enlightened" Caesar salad is a "good salad." The entrees are "particularly attention-worthy:" Korean-spiced short ribs are "light and lively," a caramelized pork shank is "one of...
Homeslice Adds an Airstream; 'Choo' Lipsky Releases New Cocktails; More:
LINCOLN PARK—Homeslice owner Josh Iachelli continues to get creative at his pizzeria. After launching brunch with dishes like "hangover cereal" with Fireball whiskey and RumChata, Iachelli has customized a 1969 Airstream trailer and turned it into a heated lounge. Part of a new 50-seat enclosed seating area, the Airstream itself seats 20, is available for private parties, and the full menu is...
Your Blowout Guide to Halloween Haunts:
Halloween is just a week away and if you still don't have a costume, now is the time to get on it. Many restaurants and bars around the city will be having spook-tacular parties and other holiday specials to celebrate. So put on your most creative outfit and get ready for a haunted time full of tricks and treats. After all, you're never too old to dress up as your favorite childhood character...