Chicago To Do's

Bon Appetit Magazine: Skipping the kimchi taco route that's so popular elsewhere, Kim takes a chance (and succeeds) with dishes like a clever spin on the clambake, Korean chili and calamari stuffed with chicken and pork.

Bravo: Jean Claude Poilevey is a veteran of the restaurant industry and a savvy Chef. The food is simple, intelligent and well executed. The place is small, busy and very French. It feels like you are in Ly

Bon Appetit Magazine: Not ordering dessert here is like going to Paris and not having a croissant. Must order: Thoughts on a Peanut Butter Cup. Mehr erfahren.

Bravo: For late night sushi and catching up with friends. -Malika Ameen, Top Chef Just Desserts

Bravo: Carrie, the owner and chef, is fabulous. Sit at the bar for the best bar menu in town! -Rick Bayless, Top Chef

Epicurious: A sister cafe to the impressive Italian fine-dining venue, the cafe boasts lake views and consistently delicious fare, such as the gnocchi tossed with green beans, potatoes, and pesto.

Epicurious: Modern meets Midwestern at this chic Chicago restaurant that marries French techniques to local ingredients.

Explore Chicago: The world famous Second City, launched the careers of numerous SNL alumni, such improv greats as John Belushi, Bill Murray, Steve Carell, and Tina Fey.

Jake Szymanski: Definitely better prices and deals here than the Michigan Ave. Store and arguably a better mRNA department.

Colby Markwell: Pretty interesting gifts and clothes. Not for those with a thin wallet though.

@nicoleyeary: You've made it to the right place, now get shopping!

Bravo: I love Nordstrom's and the girls at the Rail are the best. -John Somerville, Top Chef

Time Out Chicago: The brilliantly airy cocoons of choux pastry at this Japanese cream-puff chain (nestled in the Block 37 pedway) hide a copious amount of vanilla custard cream. Mehr erfahren.

Eric Mersch: Craig Hiljus is taking his talents from The Exchange to Small Bar. Check out the new craft cocktail menu that just debuted. The "Jam" featuring Moon Mountain and "The Fritter" are 2 of my favorites.

Gaston Varrenti: Take the lake and the architectural combined trip, you won't regret.

Explore Chicago: The Lincoln Park Zoo is free and open 365 days a year. http://bit.ly/alwaysfree Mehr erfahren.

Epicurious: Famous for its authentic Swedish meatballs, Ann Sather is loved by locals (Scandinavian or not) for its desserts - gigantic cinnamon rolls and marzipan cream cakes.

Steph Sipe: Sausage, egg and cheese on an onion bagle is the perfect way to start a saturday. Their b-fast sammys are a staple for me and my friends!