The neighborhood of Ravenswood is almost as old as Chicago itself. What started as a purchase of 196 acres of farmland in 1868 has transformed throughout history to…
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Imagine hiking through the desert and exploring fascinating archeological sites, then switching it up to pulsating nightlife in Tel Aviv. Israel is a land of contrasts, seamlessly blending…
Yes, yes. We know you’ve been waiting. No more words needed: here’s this year’s Urban Matter pick of the best places to for a tasty Labor Day weekend…
There’s only one rule when it comes to Chicago-style hot dogs. Don’t you dare put ketchup on that dog! Ever! You will be judged. So what *can* you…
They say West Loop is the Best Loop, and that definitely applies to the dating scene. Since this part of the city is laden with hot 20- and…
Have you checked out the new Chicago Winery River North location? If not, here is another reason to pay them a visit: a brilliant new restaurant, Liva, is…
Yes, we’ve seen our fair share of baseball this summer, and football is right around the corner. But, with the NBA season inching closer and closer every day,…
After months of searching for a new location, Twisted Hippo, the Albany Park craft brewery that experienced an unfortunate fire this past February — finds a residency at…
A greasy griddle. A stack of pancakes. A hearty meal that can fill your soul and (cure your hangover). There’s nothing quite one of the best neighborhood diners…
The kids are back to school. You can finally get your life back, especially after all that stay-at-home stuff during Covid. Then, what’s better than a parent’s night…