Cloud Gate (aka the Bean)
It’s iconic – you have to go and while you are there take someone else’s picture for them with their camera (you know you will get asked)
Field Museum of Natural History
This place is huge and a treat to walk around. Go find Sue and watch the interactive presentation about her, it’s worth the trip.
Sky Deck
We waited for the two cloudy days to pass then, on the third day, things cleared enough to go up. It’s worth it for the views of Chicago alone but […]
Nutella Cafe Chicago
We’ve been walking by this place forever and I LOVE Nutella but we’ve never been in. Finally, on the nephew Chicago trip we stopped in for breakfast… Super friendly staff […]
Chicago Cultural Center
Amazing building (and a great place to get out of the cold for a bit) Make sure to find the huge Tiffany Glass Dome…
Fourth Presbyterian Church
Just like the Nutella Cafe, we’ve been walking by this for years and never went inside. Shame on us. The interior is beautiful and we got to hear the organist […]
The Man O’ War
Ingredients Ice 4 ounces good-quality bourbon or your favorite rye whiskey 2 ounces Cointreau or other orange liqueur 1 ounce sweet vermouth 1 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice Brandied cherries or […]
The Watergate Hotel
Farmer’s Market at the US Department of Arigculture
The Terrace Room
Had dinner to celebrate John and Cathy’s 50th Wedding Anniversary. Beautiful room and friendly service.