How do they get those omelets so amazingly fluffy and huge? That is what you will be asking. The answer, of course, is by using a mixer to beat the eggs into submission. You will also gasp when you see just how enormous that bubbly apple pancake...

The Magnificent Mile stretches from the Chicago River to Oak Street. It is located one block East of Rush Street, which is known for its nightlife. The Magnificent Mile includes fine restaurants, hotels, stores, and tall buildings. Prestigious...

Only a river tour can offer such varied and unobstructed views of the city. Relax and marvel as you glide past more than 50 of the city's most spectacular and majestic sites. During the 90-minute cruise, guests may choose open air or indoor seating...

Built to resemble a 1940's seashore seafood house, this fishery sports polished wood floors, leather dinettes and post-war trimmings. With live blues or jazz throughout the week, Shaw's serves more than 40 delectable seafood dishes, including...

The city's biggest art exhibition attracts museum curators, private collectors and curious art enthusiasts from around the world to see works by more than 2,500 artists every spring. The 20th and 21st-century works include paintings, drawings,...

Luxurious environment, unique approach to body care, exceptional customer-service...what more do you want? Their services include Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, aromatherapy, special massages for those active bodies - sports massage, runner's...

Travel back to the 1940s and savor southern Italian cooking in this home-style eatery resembling a post-war "Little Italy" family restaurant. Polished wood floors, intimate tables and black-and-white family portraits give the place a familiar feel....

Famous for the leather weave (intrecciato) in its products, Bottega Veneta (now owned by Gucci) is a coveted fashion stop on Michigan Avenue. While handbags are the main draw, belts, jewelry, jackets, shoes, and other accessories garner equal...

This truly unique Algerian café offers up all kinds of Algerian favorites such as Algerian mint tea and a variety of delectable crepes. The casual, cozy atmosphere features melodious Arabic music and Algerian décor, enticing you to warm up and...

You'll find all the latest brands of high-performance leisure sport and outdoor clothing here. Sportswear and shoes are also in stock. Also available are designer clothes and accessories for men and women. Check the web site for the other branches in...

Not only a beloved Chicago showcase, Second City is now treasured by the world, as well. Many a legendary comedy career began here; perhaps you will catch tomorrow's star in tonight's revue. This is the birthplace of sketch comedy, the type of humor...

Martinis, celebs, and huge steaks mark this beef-eatery. It is a traditional steakhouse so everything is ala carte and prices add up quickly. Meal portions are larger than life (20oz and 48oz porterhouses will challenge any appetite) and include the...

Joseph Michael's Salon and Spa is a well known name in the Chicago Salon and Spa industry. After 19 years on State Street, Joseph Michael's moved into it's brand new, 6000 sq ft, stat-of-the-art salon and spa on Ritchie Court in March 2010. The...

A quaint shop with neon light signs greets customers at Diana Nail and Spa. This Loop area establishment offers clarifying facials, microdermabrasions, nail enhancements, Brazilian wax, and pedicures among others. The mostly local clientele avail of...

The Rockit Bar & Grill offers a lively atmosphere for dinner and drinks. The menu suggests a variety of dishes with a gourmet touch. The Black Angus Meatloaf sandwich on a sliced baguette for a hearty lunch and the Thanksgiving Turkey dinner (served...

While no longer the world's tallest building, the Sears Tower still stands proud. High-speed elevators climb 110 stories to the observatory deck, and when clear, the view from 1,454 feet can be stunning. Enjoy bird's eye views of Lake Michigan, both...

In the scope of Chicago's epic restaurant scene, it seems unlikely that anyone would want to venture out of his/her way for bread. Yet, through the passion of the bread makers at Red Hen, this bread is some of the best, and most exciting bread, you...

Lincoln Park Zoo is perfect for a family outing. Built in 1868, it is one of the oldest zoological gardens in the country. The zoo management team comprises experts in wildlife conservation, community education and recreation. The zoo, which...

While many Chicago cruise lines are corporately owned and designed with lavish amenities like on-board meals and in-house DJs, this cruise line offers a refreshingly simple, non-corporate and decidedly "unslick" presentation. Family-owned since 1935,...

Forget about the mega-chain this pizzeria spawned. This location is the first, with arguably the best pizza in the world. Waits can be long, up to two hours sometimes, but it is worth it. One-of-a-kind crust, loaded thick with toppings make the pizza...

Crown Fountain, located in Millennium Park, is an interactive public fountain in the Loop community area of Chicago in Cook County, Illinois, United States. Designed by artist Jaume Plensa, it opened in July 2004. The fountain consists of a black...

This popular sculpture in Millennium Park has become a landmark of Chicago's cityscape. Ever since the public first glimpsed the then-unfinished structure in 2004, its unique appearance has drawn a great deal of both criticism and praise. Designed by...

Come to Joe's Stone Crab to relish fresh seafood and mouth watering desserts. This place uses quality ingredients and has been serving the city of Chicago since 2000. The food menu with items such as, Lobster Tail Tempura and Jennie's Potatoes will...

Grant Park stretches from the Museum Campus at Lake Shore Drive and Roosevelt Road all the way north to the Prudential building, with Columbus Drive on its west side and the lake on its east. At one time, this stretch of land was undeveloped and a...