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Chiataglance does the Bahamas!

August 25, 2025 by Chi@glance

I absolutely LOVE to travel! One of my favorite times to travel is during my birthday. Check out my 41st in Nassau Bahamas.

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All Aboard the @ChooseChicago Route 66 Neighboorho

All Aboard the @ChooseChicago Route 66 Neighboorhoods by Trolley Tour presented by: @tours_with_mike. 2026 marks the 100th anniversary of Route 66. This one of a kind trolley tour takes you to interesting attractions and small businesses that developed around Route 66. It’s the perfect way to explore this famous highways starting point in Chicago.

#NeverOutDoneChi #Choosechicago #chicagoevents #chicagotours #route66

2026 𝐓𝐨𝐩 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐟 contestant 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐟 𝐎𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐫 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐳 was in Ch

2026 𝐓𝐨𝐩 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐟 contestant 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐟 𝐎𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐫 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐳 was in Chicago for an intimate VIP media dinner hosted by @VisitNC. Chef Diaz is based in Durham, North Carolina and has multiple restaurants, 𝐁𝐔𝐓 he was born in raised right here in Chicago. He might have even shared that if he has it his way he see’s a future restaurant venture in the Chicago Logan Square neighborhood. How lucky would we all be!

The evenings menu was FANTASTIC from the mole to the best green beans I’ve ever had. AND ofcourse I asked him about his time on Top Chef. He had 3 words. 😉 Thanks for a lovely dinner @Buenosdiaz 😋 I hope to make it to North Carolina soon!

#Visitnc #Topchef #Chicagoevents #Chicagofoodie #Northcarolinafoodie

I was invited to attend the 𝐎𝐛𝐚𝐦𝐚 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐞𝐧

I was invited to attend the 𝐎𝐛𝐚𝐦𝐚 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 Press Preview Day, June 3rd. What an honor to be in the building ahead of the June 19th public opening.

We gathered in the auditorium of the Forum Building to hear a briefing from 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲 𝗝𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗲𝘁𝘁, 𝗖𝗘𝗢 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗯𝗮𝗺𝗮 𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. We also took an intimate stroll through the museum with subject matter experts stationed throughout to help answer any questions. This experience was AMAZING! I interviewed 𝗝𝗼𝗵𝗻 𝗥𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻. He serves as incoming Executive Vice President of the Obama Presidential Center. In his role he oversees the Center’s operations as they prepare for the public opening, June 19th. (Full interview on @chiataglance YouTube channel)

There’s so many FREE public activities during the Grand Opening which is June 19th - 21st. I’m sharing them with you on the blog (Link in Bio). Do you have your tickets?🎟️ @obamafoundation

#ObamaPresidentialCenter #Chicago #Obamafoundation #Chicagohistory #Chicagoevents

Sunday Funday with @theblackfoodies + @Domuchicago

Sunday Funday with @theblackfoodies + @Domuchicago Apartments. Luxury Bus 𝐓𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐠𝐨 in session. 😋

@Pizanospizzachi

@Rickettes_world_famous

@Bronzevillehoagiepanini

@Kilwinschicago

@Wilmasfamousbbqandtavern

@Poparazzispopcorn

@Pollyanncakes

Eating our way through Chicago while stopping at iconic/historic landmarks. Thanks for the ride! 🚌

#Chicago #Chicagorestaurants #chicagofoodie #Chicagofood chicagoevents

Memorial Day weekend is coming up and what better

Memorial Day weekend is coming up and what better way to kick off summer than… on a BOAT! Yesterday I joined Chicago Line Cruises on their signature architecture river tour. We did a 90 minute cruise down the river as our expert guide discussed the history, impact, and legacy of Chicago’s renowned architecture. 𝑨𝑵𝑫 on Thursdays they’ll be hosting wine and whisky tastings. Congrats to 40 years on the historic Ogden Strip! Get your tickets TODAY!
@chicagolinecruises 📍465 N McClurg Court

#Chicago #chicagotastings #architecture #chicagoboating #chicagoarchitecturetour

I slept in a treehouse last night and what an adve

The National Restaurant Association Show is going

The National Restaurant Association Show is going on NOW! (May 16th - 19th). I’ve been going since 2018 and this is one of my favorite shows to cover. The NRA show brings professionals from across the globe to discover innovations, build connections, and drive the industry forward.

@nationalrestaurantshow has 53,000+ attendees, 2,300+ exhibitors, and features 900+ categories.

𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒅𝒊𝒅 𝑰 𝒈𝒆𝒕 𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒐 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒔 𝒚𝒆𝒂𝒓 𝒔𝒐 𝒇𝒂𝒓?

✅ Walked the show room floor to discover new innovative technology gadgets.

✅ Culinary demo and tasting with celebrity chef @chefchriscosentino. (Winner of Top Chef Masters).

✅ Each year love picking up my personalized bottle of ketchup from @Heinz.

✅ Walking the show room floor for tasty bites from companies like @Hormelfoods. That spam dog! 😋 AND the Brisket grilled cheeses from @jtm_food_service And the refreshing tonics from @drinktractor

#2026RestaurantShow #Chicago #Keynote #celebritychef #chicagorestaurants

Last night I kicked off the National Restaurant As

Last night I kicked off the National Restaurant Association show by attending the @Menumastersawards ceremony. The 29th annual celebration is the restaurants industry premier recognition of menu innovation excellence. The event is by invitation only and for restaurant executives. Congrats to the Hall of Fame winner Chef @grant_achatz. The competition recognizes R&D leaders for their groundbreaking achievements and lasting contributions to food service.

The event offered a one-night-only culinary experience. The tasting menu was crafted exclusively for this celebration.

The after party presented by @Ventura_Foods is not to be missed. We were treated to high energy entertainment, music, dancing, snacks, desserts, cocktails, AND a special gift! We each got a signed autographed copy of 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗳 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗮𝘁𝘇 book, 𝘓𝘪𝘧𝘦 𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘓𝘪𝘯𝘦. What a fun evening! #MenuMasters

#2026Restaurantshow #chefgrantachatz #chicagorestaurants #foodblogger

YOU deserve a staycation! I headed about 30 miles

YOU deserve a staycation! I headed about 30 miles outside downtown Chicago to 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐠𝐨 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝. @Wcsouthland is a luxurious escape from the city. The state of the art hotel opened in 2025 and has over 255 rooms and 43+ suites. There’s a pool, fitness center, and a full service luxury spa @wcsouthlandspa that spans 11,665 square feet. The 70,000 square foot casino offers 1,412 slot machines, 56 table games, poker room, and the newly opened - Sportsbook. Sportsbook is a high energy, 24/7 destination for sports fans to watch and wager.

As a foodie my FAVORITE part is well the FOOD. 😆 I loved my dinner at Chef @Fabioviviani restaurant @altosteakhouse. We also enjoyed the Food Bazaar located on the ground floor. There’s six restaurants within the food bazaar and they’re all you can eat. I highly recommend heading to Chicago Southland for a staycation @wcsouthland.
📍17300 S Halsted St, East Hazel Crest, IL

#Findyourwinningmoment #Chicagofoodie #chicagohotel #chicagostaycation #chicago @Visitsouthland 👈🏽

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