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De-stressing After Work
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De-stressing After Work

Bessie finds two great ways to wind down after work. First, she heads to the Museum of Contemporary Art, …

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Elysian Hotel
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Elysian Hotel

The newly opened Elysian Hotel offers wonderful after-work options for guests and Chicago locals. For …

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The Chopping Block
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The Chopping Block

Head to The Chopping Block school for a variety of hands-on cooking and demonstration classes. The Merchandise …

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Fitness for Guys & Girls
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Fitness for Guys & Girls

Out with the old and in with the new! Michael Laungani gets some tips from Beth Maxwell at David Barton …

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Sarca
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Sarca

Want to be the next fashionista? Try your luck at Sarca, the newest boutique to hit the Gold Coast neighborhood …

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Winter Comfort Fashion
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Winter Comfort Fashion

Bessie Tsionis finds new cashmere accessories at Manrico Cashmere, and heads to Koros boutique to discover …

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Spa La La
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Spa La La

Among the pampering options at this Bucktown spa is the unique beach treatment, where clients lay on …

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Hearty Restaurant
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Hearty Restaurant

The Hearty Boys (no, not the Hardy Boys) fill us in on their newest restaurant, the eponymous Hearty, …

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Winter in the Windy City
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Winter in the Windy City

Bessie Tsionis shows how Chicago does winter -- in style. First up is a visit to Hot Chocolate for a …

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A Tailored Look
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A Tailored Look

Michael Laungani visits two father & son-owned businesses, Balani Clothiers and Geneva Seal, that …

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