Introducing Canvas Chicago: Curators of ACTIVATE 2018
For the first time ever, Chicago Loop Alliance is teaming up with one curatorial team for the entire ACTIVATE season. Get to know the people behind Canvas Chicago, who under the 2018 theme, “(EVO)lution,”…
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Sweet Home Chicago - The Chicago Loop’s Best Desserts & Sweets
Swimsuit season is officially behind us, which means it’s time to dive into the Loop’s delectable desserts. Colorful cakes, inventive ice cream creations and melt-in-your-mouth macaroons are all waiting for…
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Best Brunch Spots in the Chicago Loop
Scrambling to make brunch plans? We’ve got your guide to the best French toasts, eggs Benedict, and bottomless mimosas in the Chicago Loop.
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12 Fun Facts about Millennium Park
What once began as a railroad and parking lot is now one of the most iconic places in the city of Chicago: Millennium Park. It has been 12 years since Millennium…
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"Sweet Home Chicago" - Celebrating Chicago's Candy History
It's no secret that Chicagoans have a sweet tooth; it's in our history. Chicago has been the “candy capital of the world” since the late 1800s. Tootsie Rolls, Brach’s, Frango,…
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Then and Now: Chicago Athletic Association Hotel
With a record number of tourists coming to Chicago last year, the Loop has become a magnet for hoteliers wishing to capitalize on this growth. Six months into the year, we've…
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The Loop's Newest Nap Space
Channel your inner preschooler, because the Loop is about to get its nap on. Bottom Line Yoga transforms into a nap space from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. daily. Yes, you…
From Rail Yard to Chicago's Front Yard: Millennium Park
I’ve written about Millennium Park in a few different contexts already, but this time – in celebration of the Park's tenth anniversary today – let’s talk Chicago history.
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Then and Now: the zero-zero point of Chicago
In today’s photographic comparison, we’re recapturing the historical journey of the heart of Chicago—State and Madison. From behemoth department stores to ever-evolving public transit, Chicago’s zero-zero point tells a story…
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