Travel
HGTV just named the most beautiful garden in Illinois—and you probably won’t guess it
This Northern Illinois city is home to HGTV’s favorite garden in the state.
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Restaurants
It's official: one of the best burgers in the world is in Chicago
The Loyalist is officially home to one of the best burgers in the world, according to World’s 101 Best Steak Restaurants.
Things to do
Five iconic landmarks you’ll be able to access for free during Open House Chicago 2025
From urban farms and distilleries to rock clubs and a magic lounge, you’ll be able to tour hundreds of buildings for free at this year’s edition of Open House...
Restaurants
A new Nordic-Japanese restaurant is coming to West Town—with a familiar face at the helm
On the heels of his popular pop-up series Loon, chef Devin Denzer debuts Atsumeru in West Town.
Things to do
After a two-year closure, Chicagoans can visit this beloved landmark again
Designed by the renowned architect behind Promontory Point, Lincoln Park’s Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool is a triumph of both design and nature.
Theater
This horror franchise will haunt Chicago Shakespeare Theatre this October with help from the creator of Sleep No More
The chilling stage adaptation of ‘Paranormal Activity’ will haunt Chicago just in time for spooky season.
Things to do
Free pet-friendly Barktoberfest returns to the Chicago Riverwalk this week
Grab your pup and nab a Pup Cup
Restaurants
I found the prettiest smoothie in Chicago—and it’s not from Chicago Health Foods
Vitasana’s new smoothie menu offers a lineup of beautiful—and tasty—sips at the Time Out Market in Chicago.
Art
The Midwest’s largest VR experience is coming to Rosemont, and it’ll transport you right to the Great Pyramids of Egypt
Get ready to live out your Indiana Jones fantasies
Restaurants
This farm-to-table Chicago fine-diner was just named one of America’s best new restaurants of 2025
Feld has been recognized in Bon Appétit’s annual list
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