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Wndr Museum in Chicago turns 1!

September 21, 2019 by Chi@glance

Last night I had the pleasure of celebrating Wndr Museums 1st birthday in CHICAGO! Myself and other media/influencers were treated to a sneak preview of the newest installation โ€œA Heroโ€™s Journey Through Wndr.โ€ Definitely amazed at all the creativity floating throughout the museum. Wndr is permanent, but this installation is temporary, so check it out […]

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Vernissage – Expo Chicago Opening Preview!

September 20, 2019 by Chi@glance

Expo Chicago is back September 19th โ€“ 22nd! (Expochicago.com) The international Exposition of Contemporary and Modern Art hosts more than 135 leading international exhibitors in Navy Pier festival hall. Last night (September 19th) I had the pleasure of previewing the eighth annual Expo Chicago at Vernissage. Vernissage is hosted by The Womenโ€™s Board of the […]

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New Restaurant Alert! Yakisoba Misoya Opens in Lake View

September 19, 2019 by Chi@glance

YAKISOBA MISOYA OPENS IN LAKE VIEW Specializes in Japanese Street Food Global Ramen Restaurant Chain Misoya America Offers Japanese Stir-Fried Noodles Called Yakisoba Yesterday, I headed to Lakeview in Chicago to check out some Japanese Street food for the first time. If you’re looking to check out some authentic Japanese street food keep reading for […]

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TODAY is your last day to make it over to the ๐™๐™–๐™จ๐™ฉ TODAY is your last day to make it over to the ๐™๐™–๐™จ๐™ฉ๐™š ๐™ค๐™› ๐˜พ๐™๐™ž๐™˜๐™–๐™œ๐™ค. The (FREE to attend) five day music festival brings residents and visitors together through acclaimed cuisine, live music, and Chicago pride. Thereโ€™s 60 vendors, 20 food trucks, dozens of pop ups, and live music everyday. It was ๐˜ด๐˜ฐ๐˜ฐ๐˜ฐ๐˜ฐ fun last night watching legendary R&B singer, song writer, producer - @Babyface perform up close. How is he 68 years old?!? ๐Ÿ˜ Also Common, Jennifer Hudson, and Crucial Conflict were steps away. ๐Ÿ˜ Loved witnessing so much star power! #NeverOutdoneChi

๐—ฆ๐—ผ๐—บ๐—ฒ ๐—ด๐—ผ๐—ผ๐—ฑ ๐—ฏ๐—ถ๐˜๐—ฒ๐˜€ ๐˜๐—ผ ๐˜๐—ฟ๐˜†:

@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 ๐Ÿ˜Š

#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! ๐Ÿค  (July 8th - July 12th). Thereโ€™s 24 artists, 22 Pitmasters, and a whole lot of FUN! Hearing @Hootieofficial last night brought me back to my high-school days. ๐Ÿฅฐ Are you going? Or if you went the last two days what were your favorite bites?

Hereโ€™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
๐Ÿคฆ๐Ÿพโ€โ™€๏ธ Iโ€™m not sure how it got like this, but the f ๐Ÿคฆ๐Ÿพโ€โ™€๏ธ Iโ€™m not sure how it got like this, but the first step is admitting you need help. ๐Ÿ˜† 

@valsservicescleaning saved the day again with their Super Deep Cleaning service. Iโ€™ve used them several times in the past and they always leave my place squeaky clean. ๐Ÿฅฐ

Want to give Valโ€™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 ๐Ÿ‘œ 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. ๐Ÿ˜ฎ Check out my recap video as we explore Hammitt together. Remember, itโ€™s more than a handbag - itโ€™s a Hammitt. ๐Ÿฅฐ Welcome to Chicago! ๐Ÿ“838 W Armitage Ave

Iโ€™m a Hammitt girl now! Info below to search the website. These are the beautiful bags making a home with me. Thanks Hammitt! ๐ŸŽ 
๐Ÿ‘œ Erica | Dill/Gold | Sml $375
๐Ÿ‘œ Olympia Crossbody Sml | Siena Flora/Brushed Gold $425
๐Ÿ‘œ 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. ๐Ÿซฃ๐Ÿ˜† 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 - ๐ƒ๐ฒ๐ฅ๐š๐ง ๐„๐Ÿ๐ซ๐จ๐ง - was in Chicago at ๐๐ข๐  ๐’๐ญ๐š๐ซ kicking off ๐๐„๐๐’๐ˆ ๐„๐š๐ญ๐ฌ ๐…๐ž๐ฌ๐ญ and showing off his taco he co-created.

Dylan Efron Limited edition Fish taco ๐ŸŒฎ features: roasted garlic, lemon crema, and pico de gallo. So YUMMY! Get Dylanโ€™s limited-time combo meal for half off starting 6/28. Starting Sunday, Pepsi is giving foodies another chance to enjoy Dylan Efronโ€™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. 
๐Ÿ“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 theyโ€™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 rightโ€ฆLOL)! Or head inside to catch the World Cup.โšฝ๏ธ 

Make sure to check out the summer specials and new cocktails. I loved the Kiwi Margarita! ๐Ÿน AND ofcourse order a Mole item. @Chef_Geno Bahena is known as  Chicagoโ€™s ๐’Ž๐’‚๐’”๐’•๐’†๐’“ ๐’๐’‡ ๐’Ž๐’๐’๐’†. 
๐Ÿ“2009 North Western Avenue

#Chicagorestaurants #Chicagofoodie #Mexicancuisine #Summertimechi #312food
๐‘จ๐’ƒ๐’“๐’‚๐’„๐’‚๐’…๐’‚๐’ƒ๐’“๐’‚! ๐Ÿช„ Did you know Chicago has a long his ๐‘จ๐’ƒ๐’“๐’‚๐’„๐’‚๐’…๐’‚๐’ƒ๐’“๐’‚! ๐Ÿช„ 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! ๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿซฃ

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. Itโ€™s not too often you receive that special touch nowadays. ๐Ÿฅฐ

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. ๐Ÿ˜Congrats on 25 Years Peninsula Chicago! ๐ŸŽ‰ @peninsulahotels

#Thepeninsulahotels #Pen25Chicago #Penmoments #Chicagohotels #Thepeninsulachicago
After the show is the After ๐˜ข๐˜ง๐˜ต๐˜ฆ๐˜ณ Party! ๐ŸŽ‰ ๐Ÿ“@Afte After the show is the After ๐˜ข๐˜ง๐˜ต๐˜ฆ๐˜ณ Party! ๐ŸŽ‰ 
๐Ÿ“@After_Chicago

Congratulations to the 2026 James Beard Award Chef and Restaurant award winners and nominees! ๐Ÿฅ‡ 

#Jamesbeardawards #Chicago #JBFA2026
#chicagorestaurants #Chicagofoodie
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