Meredith Heil
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Can a New Chicago Speakeasy Defy the Odds and Survive the Pandemic?
The global pandemic has had an acutely devastating effect on America’s bar and restaurant industry. Countless neighborhood stalwarts have shuttered and endless projects put on hold, while tens of thousands of hospitality pros have been cast into the throes of unemployment. And even as local governments now begin easing dining restrictions, a swift return to […] → Read More
A Night at the Secret Airport Steakhouse That Paved the Way for the Playboy Club
O’Hare International’s Gaslight Club, which paved the way for the Playboy Club, is a blast from the past that somehow still works in 2020. → Read More
The 24 Chicago Concerts That Matter From Now Until 2020
From Nick Cave and New Pornographers to Wilco and Blackalicious, these are the can't-miss performances coming to Chicago this fall. → Read More
A New Chicago Delivery Service Brings Hard-to-Find Spirits to Your Door
New to Chicago, BigFish will help you give your home bar a crafty makeover without leaving the couch. → Read More
Does Chicago Have a Signature BBQ Style?
Chicago is home to its fair share of barbecue, but what's its signature style? We asked some of the city's top pitmasters to weigh in. → Read More
Why the Pop-Up Bar Isn't Going Anywhere Anytime Soon
Short-term bars are doing everything from '90s nostalgia parties to Country-Western themes nights. → Read More
Where Chicago's Top Pitmasters Buy Their Meat and Fixings
Every great BBQ starts with really great meat and produce. Up your grilling game this Labor Day by shopping where the pros shop. → Read More
The 14 Best Places to Drink With Your Dog in Chicago
The only thing Chicagoans love more than their drinks? Their dogs, of course. Here are the 14 best bars and patios that allow them. → Read More
How to Ride an E-Scooter in Chicago Without Dying
The Westside is now overrun with rentable scooters. Here's what you need to know to stay out of the hospital. → Read More
Chicago’s Best Coffee Roasters (And Where to Find Them)
With 30+ roasteries and enough corner coffee counters to fuel an army of office-bound caffeine fiends, Chicago is undoubtedly one of the country’s most → Read More