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Chiataglance #SummertimeCHI Weekly Update 7/5 – 7/11

Hey Chicago! How’d you enjoy last week’s 90 degree weather? I completely hibernated and did nothing. I can take the heat but mix in the humidity and I get constant headaches. The weather has cooled down a tiny bit though and I’m back with my #SummertimeCHI weekly updates! Val’s Services … [Read More...]

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Chiataglance #SummertimeCHI Weekly Update 6/21 – 6/27

June 21st is technically the first day of summer and you know what that means…. it’s Chicago’s time to shine. To be honest, I’ve already been basking in the glory days of … [Read More...]

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Event Alert! PEPSI® Eats Fest Chicago – June 27th

PEPSI® Celebrates the Flavor of Local Restaurants With Free Events Nationwide PEPSI® is on a mission to get everyone to take another look at the restaurant next door … [Read More...]

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Champions of Magic

North America’s Biggest Illusion Show, Champions of Magic, Brings Spectacle to Chicago for Extended Summer Engagement The internationally acclaimed Champions Of Magic will bring their blockbuster illusion spectacular to Chicago for a limited engagement … [Read More...]

Shore Club Chicago Returns for the 2026 Season

My summer highlights will ALWAYS involve multiple beach days. Chicago has some of the best beaches! I recently took off from work and hit up Shore Club Chicago located at North Avenue Beach (1603 N Jean Baptiste Pointe du Sable Lake Shore Drive., Chicago IL). … [Read More...]

Choose Chicago’s Route 66 Neighborhoods by Trolley Tour

Whenever I hear the words “Route 66” I’m taken back to my high school English class days. My teacher was obsessed with John Steinbeck’s book “The Grapes of Wrath.” The story was about a family that journeys along Route 66 with other migrants with the hopes of … [Read More...]

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TODAY is your last day to make it over to the 𝙏𝙖𝙨𝙩 TODAY is your last day to make it over to the 𝙏𝙖𝙨𝙩𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝘾𝙝𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙜𝙤. The (FREE to attend) five day music festival brings residents and visitors together through acclaimed cuisine, live music, and Chicago pride. There’s 60 vendors, 20 food trucks, dozens of pop ups, and live music everyday. It was 𝘴𝘰𝘰𝘰𝘰 fun last night watching legendary R&B singer, song writer, producer - @Babyface perform up close. How is he 68 years old?!? 😍 Also Common, Jennifer Hudson, and Crucial Conflict were steps away. 😍 Loved witnessing so much star power! #NeverOutdoneChi

𝗦𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗴𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗿𝘆:

@Lexingtonbettysmokehouse - Macaroni & Cheese (Taste of $6)

@Badou.senegalese.cuisine - Chicken Pastel (2) (Taste of $5)

@Beat_Kitchen_Cantina_Navy_Pier - Lobster Empanada $9

@ooohweeitis - Pot Roast Cupcake $10

@thesoleingredient - Collard Greens (Taste of $6)

@Bjs_Market  Peach Cobbler (Taste of $6)

Ferris Wheel - $12 per adult 

$42 + Tax for food = Not bad at all 😊

#Tasteofchicago #chicagoevents  #chicagofoodie #chicagorestaurants @Chicagodcase
Windy City Smokeout is back and this year the prem Windy City Smokeout is back and this year the premier outdoor country music and BBQ festival is 5 days! 🤠 (July 8th - July 12th). There’s 24 artists, 22 Pitmasters, and a whole lot of FUN! Hearing @Hootieofficial last night brought me back to my high-school days. 🥰 Are you going? Or if you went the last two days what were your favorite bites?

Here’s some goodies I tried: @Windycitysmokeout

@Hoodoobrownbbq - Smoked Beef Cheek Poutine Fries 

@Sugarfiresmokehouse - Beef Tacos

@Meatmitch - Jalepeno Cheddar Rope Sausage

@Blakesatsouthernmilling - Hot Honey Smoke Cream Cheese & Crackers 

@Zzqrva - Smoked pulled lamb with mint salsa

@Smoquebbqchicago - Texas Beef Dip Sandwich 

@Daynetxbbq - Chocolate Lasagna 

@titosvodka 

#Windycitysmokeout #Pitmaster #chicagobbq #chicagorestaurants #Chicagoevents
🤦🏾‍♀️ I’m not sure how it got like this, but the f 🤦🏾‍♀️ I’m not sure how it got like this, but the first step is admitting you need help. 😆 

@valsservicescleaning saved the day again with their Super Deep Cleaning service. I’ve used them several times in the past and they always leave my place squeaky clean. 🥰

Want to give Val’s Services Cleaning a try? For a limited time use code: TAVI10 to save 10% off YOUR Super Deep Cleaning service. 

#chicagocleaning #chicagolifestyle #chicagocleaningservice #chicago #deepclean
Last week I attended the Chicago Grand Opening of Last week I attended the Chicago Grand Opening of @Hammittla! The design forward premium leather brand was established in Los Angeles and now we can enjoy the luxury handbags 👜 in Chicago. It started off with a handbag of our choosing delivered ahead of time to wear to the Grand Opening and from there it was surprise after surprise. 😮 Check out my recap video as we explore Hammitt together. Remember, it’s more than a handbag - it’s a Hammitt. 🥰 Welcome to Chicago! 📍838 W Armitage Ave

I’m a Hammitt girl now! Info below to search the website. These are the beautiful bags making a home with me. Thanks Hammitt! 🎁 
👜 Erica | Dill/Gold | Sml $375
👜 Olympia Crossbody Sml | Siena Flora/Brushed Gold $425
👜 Tom Lrg | Mahogany Pebble/Brushed Gold Red Zip $575

#Hammitt #luxuryfashion #handbags #Chicagoevents #Premiumleather
Casual Saturday eating tacos with @Dylanefron at @ Casual Saturday eating tacos with @Dylanefron at @Bigstarchicago in Wicker Park. 🫣😆 Thanks to @Pepsilocaleats for the invite! 

@Pepsilocaleats is celebrating the flavor of local restaurants with free events nationwide. Emmy award winning producer, reality TV star, and foodie - 𝐃𝐲𝐥𝐚𝐧 𝐄𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐧 - was in Chicago at 𝐁𝐢𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫 kicking off 𝐏𝐄𝐏𝐒𝐈 𝐄𝐚𝐭𝐬 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭 and showing off his taco he co-created.

Dylan Efron Limited edition Fish taco 🌮 features: roasted garlic, lemon crema, and pico de gallo. So YUMMY! Get Dylan’s limited-time combo meal for half off starting 6/28. Starting Sunday, Pepsi is giving foodies another chance to enjoy Dylan Efron’s limited-edition fish taco with a meal deal for 50% off - including two fish tacos, a side of elote and a Pepsi for just $11.50 (regularly $23), while supplies last. 
📍1531 N Damen Avenue, Chicago

I LOVE Pepsi Local Eats! They provide restaurants with resources behind the scenes while encouraging diners to discover more neighborhood favorites. Since launching in 2024, the program has supported more than 75,000 local restaurants nationwide. Follow @Pepsilocaleats to see when they’ll be in your neighborhood!

#FoodDeservesPepsi #Bigstarchicago #Chicagoevents #Chicagorestaurants #Summertimechi
Patio season is in full swing! Head on over to @ma Patio season is in full swing! Head on over to @manchamantelesrestaurant in Bucktown for an elevated take on traditional and authentic Mexican cuisine. The patio is HUGE and lively (when the weather acts right…LOL)! Or head inside to catch the World Cup.⚽️ 

Make sure to check out the summer specials and new cocktails. I loved the Kiwi Margarita! 🍹 AND ofcourse order a Mole item. @Chef_Geno Bahena is known as  Chicago’s 𝒎𝒂𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒓 𝒐𝒇 𝒎𝒐𝒍𝒆. 
📍2009 North Western Avenue

#Chicagorestaurants #Chicagofoodie #Mexicancuisine #Summertimechi #312food
𝑨𝒃𝒓𝒂𝒄𝒂𝒅𝒂𝒃𝒓𝒂! 🪄 Did you know Chicago has a long his 𝑨𝒃𝒓𝒂𝒄𝒂𝒅𝒂𝒃𝒓𝒂! 🪄 Did you know Chicago has a long history of legendary magic? I put together a round up for @ChooseChicago highlighting a few magic shows to check out. Save this list before it disappears! 😂🫣

https://www.choosechicago.com/blog/theater-dance/chicago-magic-show-guide/

#NeverOutdoneChi #Choosechicago #Chicagoevents #Chicagomagic #thingstodoinchicago
Did you know the @thepeninsulachi is celebrating t Did you know the @thepeninsulachi is celebrating their 25th anniversary? I was super excited to join in on this special occasion celebratory dinner party, which started with a beautiful formal invite in the mail. It’s not too often you receive that special touch nowadays. 🥰

The evening involved special speeches by Benjamin Vuchot, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of The Hong Kong and Shanghai hotels, and Maria Razumich-Zec, Regional Executive Vice President, USA and Managing Director. 

I was blown away by the variety of food, desserts, cocktail stations, and the entertainment on multi levels. I arrived to a bustling blocked off street at 6pm and left at midnight. Now that was a good party. 😁Congrats on 25 Years Peninsula Chicago! 🎉 @peninsulahotels

#Thepeninsulahotels #Pen25Chicago #Penmoments #Chicagohotels #Thepeninsulachicago
After the show is the After 𝘢𝘧𝘵𝘦𝘳 Party! 🎉 📍@Afte After the show is the After 𝘢𝘧𝘵𝘦𝘳 Party! 🎉 
📍@After_Chicago

Congratulations to the 2026 James Beard Award Chef and Restaurant award winners and nominees! 🥇 

#Jamesbeardawards #Chicago #JBFA2026
#chicagorestaurants #Chicagofoodie
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