The Chicago Riverwalk Quick Guide
Make sure to check out the video companion piece to this blog for the full experience! If you haven’t visited the Riverwalk yet because you’re unsure of what’s there, this might be the perfect guide for you. The Riverwalk is one of the best parts of the city that gives us a little refuge away […]
Windy City Smokeout Beer Pairings
Anheuser-Busch Bud Light (Light Lager) – When it comes to a classic light lager such as Bud Light, the food pairings are endless. With low bitterness and high carbonation, it pairs well with everything from chicken to beef. If you’re going to be trying a sampler or want to keep it consistent all day, […]
Independence Day Grilling and Beer Pairings
Rob Chambers – BBQ Pitmaster Summer grilling is one of life’s greatest pleasures. It’s primal, a little dangerous, and it creates amazing foods. I like to think of myself as an above average cook but when it comes to grilling, it’s usually a steak, a burger, or some sausages. I haven’t dipped my toes into […]
Drinks & Movies
With the nice summer weather (when it isn’t raining), we’re trying to spend alot more time outside. Outdoor parties, BBQs, happy hours … but here’s an idea, let’s have an outdoor movie viewing party! It wouldn’t take much to get everything set up – The New York Times has a guide here you can follow […]
My Favorite Summer Beer Styles
It’s often said that Chicago has two distinct seasons – winter and construction. And as you can tell by the traffic and hi-vis vests, we’re no longer in winter. Construction season or “summer” as many outside of Chicago call it, is a great time to enjoy our marvelous beaches, patios, and street fests. You can […]
What our Moms are Drinking this Mother’s Day
This Sunday is Mother’s Day – but you knew that already, right? That means flowers and cards and boxes of chocolate for most of you but there are those of us who have moms or partners that are most looking forward to that brunch! Even though Bloody Marys and mimosas are the conventional affair for […]
Spring Seasonals Bring The Whole Fruit Cart
This past winter has been very strange – I was able to golf well into December, only got to use my brand new snow blower twice, and I only wore my “real winter” coat a handful of times. Even though it still isn’t quite feeling like spring, those windsome wintery weather days won’t hold back […]
A Beer With Sam Ross
Every year for Black History Month, we read stories of leaders from our past, and how their actions impacted the present. We learn how they fought to change voting rights, bridging gaps, unifying classrooms, ending segregation, and creating opportunities for others to thrive in industries they once were never allowed. We learn about how these […]
Better For You 2023
January marks the beginning of a new year. We hear it all too often – this is our year – I’m going to become a completely different person – say goodbye to the old me, say hello to the new me. Obviously this rarely happens. You create some vague arbitrary goal that you don’t really […]
An Ode To The Special Events Crew
We’re midway through the festival season here in Chicago and I’m willing to bet that you’ve already been to two or three. Whether they’re the small neighborhood fests or the larger City of Chicago-produced events, outdoor events are the lifeblood of Chicago culture. Walking around and eating food, listening to music, buying independent crafts and […]