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Chicago restaurants offering romantic Valentine’s Day specials
Get in the mood for love with these Valentine’s Day menus available for dine-in and takeout.
An ice bar is coming to the West Loop, just as Chicago gets colder
For the second year in a row, Pizza, Beer & Jukebox will serve drinks from an outdoor bar made of ice.
Gordon Ramsay speaks about his new restaurant and Chicago-style hot dogs
We caught up with the celebrity chef while he was in town promoting Gordon Ramsay Burger, his first restaurant in Chicago.
E-scooters will return to Chicago’s streets this spring
Up to three operators will deploy scooter fleets throughout the entire city, with some restrictions.
Lil Amaru brings Latin American dishes to Time Out Market Chicago
Try tacos, a Cuban sandwich and choripan when the latest addition to the Market opens on January 24.
A Miami cocktail bar brings a tropical pop-up to Soho House
Sweet Liberty's one-month residency in the West Loop members' club will be open to the public.
A glass tunnel is part of Shedd Aquarium’s $500 million renovation
A new education hub, updated animal habitats and the restoration of skyline views are also components of the eight-year project.
Chicago Theatre Week returns with ultra-cheap theater tickets
See live theater for $15 a ticket (or even less)!
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Latest restaurant reviews
Dear Margaret
Unpretentious, warm and inviting, Dear Margaret is among the best places to grab a meal in Chicago.
Brunch N Burgers
In her first restaurant, chef Erica McGhee delivers over-the-top breakfast sandwiches and burgers perfect for a lazy Sunday brunch.
Adalina
Former Band of Bohemia chef Soo Ahn oversees a glitzy Italian dining room where you'll find noisy crowds and solid pasta.
Sweet Bean
This jack-of-all-trades cafe balances a selection of Taiwanese baked goods with pan-Asian dumplings and noodles.
Latest film reviews
Fresh
Daisy Edgar-Jones is terrific in a chewy ​social ​horror that ​introduces the concept of the 'meat cute'
Hostile
This clear-eyed British doc is a cry from the heart for a more compassionate attitude towards immigrants
Living
Bill Nighy puts in a career-best performance in an emotionally searing redo of Kurosawa’s Ikiru
Amulet
Male sexual violence gets proper payback in this deliciously karmic horror film from actress-turned-filmmaker Romola Garai
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Time Out Market events
Feed Your Soul Jazz Brunch
Every Sunday from 11am to 3pm, Time Out Market Chicago's chefs offer a variety of delicious brunch dishes, from Hangover Ramen with shrimp and smoked pork to...
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The DJ Firm Presents at Time Out Market Chicago
On Friday and Saturday nights, the DJ Firm brings some of Chicago's top DJs to Time Out Market Chicago to spin tunes for guests. Enjoy a drink from the...
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Sushi Class & Omakase Dinner with Arami
Learn how to roll during this hands-on sushi class, followed by a delicious omakase dinner. An Arami chef will show participants how to make a simple negi...
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The year ahead: the trends that will define 2022
These cities are made for walking
Will this exciting digital technology allow musical icons to live for ever?
Why immersive art experiences will be all over your feed even more in 2022
Why immersive art experiences will be all over your feed even more in 2022
Will yet more strobe-filled van Gogh and Kahlo shows crop up on the ’gram this year? Almost certainly
From parklets to urban forests: how cities will get a whole lot greener in 2022
From parklets to urban forests: how cities will get a whole lot greener in 2022
Urban greening masterplans are being introduced in major metropolises across the globe
Why train travel is going to be on your 2022 bucket list
Why train travel is going to be on your 2022 bucket list
Could we be living through the second golden age of rail?
NFTs are art at its dullest – but in 2022 that might all change
NFTs are art at its dullest – but in 2022 that might all change
They’re here, and they’re here to stay, so here’s a little primer
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The best restaurants in Chicago
Plan your next meal with our guide to the city's best restaurants, updated monthly.
The best things to do in Chicago right now
Fill your day in the city with amazing activities, sights and offbeat destinations.
The best Chicago museums to explore
From acclaimed art museums to collections of artifacts, these local institutions don't disappoint.
The best Chicago music venues
If you're in the mood for a concert, you'll likely find someone great taking the stage at these spots.
Escape the city
Hit the trails and get some fresh air on these scenic hikes.
Amenities include stargazing and endless s'mores.
Easy Metra excursions from Chicago
Easy Metra excursions from Chicago
Hop on a train and explore the suburbs with these easy and fun (we promise!) day trips.
The 8 most unique day trips from Chicago
The 8 most unique day trips from Chicago
Go somewhere off the beaten path with our guide to unique attractions near Chicago.
The 18 best day trips from Chicago
The 18 best day trips from Chicago
Get outta town—if only for the day.
The 9 most scenic drives in Chicago
The 9 most scenic drives in Chicago
Cruise down LSD and explore Lower Wacker.
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Tom Cruise, say hello to your new home
The 350-mile Alaska Railroad route takes in vast forests, snowy mountains – and the aurora borealis
This beautiful cave castle in Slovenia is straight out of a Studio Ghibli movie
This beautiful cave castle in Slovenia is straight out of a Studio Ghibli movie
Predjama castle is an 800-year-old stronghold loaded with fantastical myth and legend
Ireland has announced a four-day St Patrick’s weekend to say thanks for Covid sacrifices
Ireland has announced a four-day St Patrick’s weekend to say thanks for Covid sacrifices
The extra public holiday will fall on March 18 2022 – and February 1 every year after that
The UK is trialling a four-day working week – here’s what you had to say about it
The UK is trialling a four-day working week – here’s what you had to say about it
Here are some of readers’ best reactions to the new pilot scheme
The UK’s four-day working week trial: what have studies in other countries found?
The UK’s four-day working week trial: what have studies in other countries found?
Better mental health, increased productivity, reduced carbon emissions: the arguments in favour are legion
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A new film studio is being built – in space
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‘The Crown’ season 5: cast, plot and everything we know so far
Princess Diana will take centre stage in the penultimate season of Netflix’s regal smash
Movie moms: The 50 most classic movie mothers of all time
We rank the sweetest, saltiest and most downright toxic moms to ever grace the big screen.
The 100 best party songs ever made
Put the best party songs on your celebration playlist and you’re guaranteed a body-moving dance explosion