Passionate about playing Violins and cannot keep yourself away from music for too long? Then you could look for one of the following instruments. These are some of the most expensive musical instruments created by some of the world’s leading violin players. Antonio Stradivari, one of the pioneers in this field has created as many…
Want to know about the best gastronomic destination in Chicago, it is Alinea in Lincoln Park. The opening of this restaurant has created major buzz among people. It is a number one food spot of Chicago, perhaps in the world. “Visionary” chef Grant Achatz is continuously in search of new ingredients and innovative ways to…
Hotel Sax Chicago, the Windy City’s newest hip hotel, is offering guests the opportunity to experience how the celebrities live. Their Celebrity Rider Inspired Packages allow you to stay in an amenity-filled room inspired by rider requests of famous celebs. The four packages range from rock stars to old legends and range from $2,500 to…
Traveling is fraught with worries. Did I remember my cell phone charger? Will my luggage arrive on time and intact? Security agents confiscated my expensive moisturizer again! Affinia Hotels has added to its guest-friendly reputation by creating new services to help alleviate some of the worries and stress. Their TravelSmart program introduced this month offers…
There are dozens of city dining guides for restaurants. The best-known is Zagat’s for major cities. Now, Hungry? is publishing city guides for Chicago, Los Angeles, New York City, and now, San Francisco. I’m proud to be a contributor to the latter for a number of restaurants in Marin County, north of the Golden Gate…
I love ridin’ the rails. And now Amtrak has introduced “luxurious” rail rides with The GrandLuxe Limited. Formerly known as the American Orient Express, it’s a premier, separate, seven-car train attached to regularly scheduled Amtrak trains. It comes complete with private dining, lounge and sleeping cars.
What a great job title! I wonder how Melissa Turner’s parents felt after giving up her legal career to accept the position of Department of Cultural Affairs Director of Fashion Arts and Events, or as she is also referred to “Chicago’s Shopping Ambassador.” Melissa Turner has called Chicago home for the past 10 years. An…
Even though she’s launching a chain of boutique hotels and her family has generations of experience, Nicky Hilton is being sued by a Chicago development group for breach of contract, according to a breaking story on E!online.com. It says, “Robert Falor Investments and Grand USA Hotel Supply & Restaurant filed a federal lawsuit against Hilton…
A recent survey has shown that 9 out of 10 people like chocolate. (Most likely, the 10th lied.) I suspect that “likeâ€? is putting it mildly; I’m willing to bet that when it comes to chocolate, it’s a matter of love. Which brings me to ethel’s chocolate lounge, a place where chocolate lovers can linger…
One of our favorite chocolatiers is VosgesChocolate in Chicago. Now, Katrina, its owner, has found inspiration with her limited Collección Gaudà –– as she pays homage to Antoni Gaudà i Cornet (1852-1926) who lived in Barcelona, Spain and is credited for his Art Nouveau style of architecture. These curvaceous truffles are reminiscent of the swerving…
If you’re addicted to your “CrackBerry” like many of my friends who can’t go a minute without being in touch with their email, here’s a cure. The General Manager of the Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers Rick Ueno, is a so-called “recovering CrackBerry addict.” He offers hotel guests to the heart of the city a…