The Real Chicago

Game on
Looking for that perfect sports bar to catch the big college or Bears game this weekend? Maybe the Sox or Cubs in the playoffs? We’ve got readers’ and our own thoughts on where you should go.

More Features

Must love dogs
In a story that ran in Vol. 1, Issue 8, Jeremy Schnitker investigates Chicago’s love affair with the pooch

Maternity styles
Kristina Zaremba explores how the mom-to-be can still be stylish thanks to several new trends.

Reviews
What we thought of the musical comedy ‘Downward Smile’ and political play ‘Weekend.'

	Up Front Publisher Trent Modglin rambles about what happened to summer, the upcoming election and more. More Up Front		Table for four Mike, Elizabeth, Carrie, Eric and others ventured to Las Tablas on Lincoln. More Table for Four
	Bar of the Month Looking to rock out to some blues music and dive into some mouth-watering BBQ? Kingston Mines has just what the doctor ordered. More Bar of the month		Chicago Speaks Local readers tell us what they think every tourist should experience in Chicago. More Chicago Speaks
	Hidden Gems Winston’s Market, two election-based exhibits and a Zanies anniversary special. More Hidden Gems		Lunch is not a date Comedian and author Ian Coburn offers his unique brand of dating advice.
	Real to Reel Dan Ochwat has a thing for Penelope Cruz (and her movies), and his wife is cool with it. More Real to Reel		Windy City Workforce Spotlight on Sara Jahn, an account executive looking to fill your company’s HR needs. More Windy City Workforce
	Shop Around The Corner Kristen Strobbe discovered that function and fashion collide at Akira. More Shop Around The Corner		Writer's Block Kristen Bivens adjust to life in the big city. More Writer's Block