| Story Title |
Collection |
Who & When |
The Jordan Years
The funky five-piece discusses hotties, fat analog sounds and spending time in the 'spliff-bunker.' |
Music
Interviews |
Jeff Min
2/8/10 |
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Brand-New Bars
Catch an almost-live show at Lockdown and get sinful snacks at Longman & Eagle. |
Bars + Clubs
Nightlife Guides |
Centerstage Chicago Staff
2/8/10 |
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New Restaurants
Macello rises from the ashes and the Kitsch'n folks go for a high-five. |
Food
Dining Guides |
Centerstage Chicago Staff
2/8/10 |
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Mardi Gras in Chicago
Here's where to celebrate Fat Tuesday in the Windy City in 2010. |
Bars + Clubs
Nightlife Guides |
Centerstage Chicago Staff
2/5/10 |
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Follow Friday: The Dirty Rooks
The booze-rock band has less-than-perfect memories of the White Sox World Series win. |
Music
Follow Friday |
Centerstage Chicago Staff
2/5/10 |
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BYO What?
When it comes to ethnic cuisine, wine pairings can be tricky. Let the experts tell you which bottles to bring on your next BYOB adventure. |
Food
Dining Guides |
Erica Walkup
2/5/10 |
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Must-See Art Exhibits
See the darker side of the City of Light at the University of Chicago. |
Arts + Words
Picky Art Picks |
Centerstage Chicago Staff
2/4/10 |
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Chinese New Year Celebrations
Start the Year of the Tiger off right at these Chicago restaurants and bars. |
Food
Dining Guides |
Centerstage Chicago Staff
2/2/10 |
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The Thrill of It All
Seeking some freakiness on February 14? These activities will give your relationship a major jolt of adrenaline. |
Lifestyle
Live Well |
Anne Royston
2/1/10 |
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Eating for Two
This Valentine's Day, have them bring two forks to the table. These desserts are big enough to share whether you enjoy them out or bring them home. |
Food
Dining Guides |
Anne Royston
2/1/10 |
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How to Make the Most of Restaurant Week
Attention, hungry Chicagoans: Restaurant Week has an affordable eating opportunity just right for you. |
Food
Dining Guides |
Dan Morgridge
1/26/10 |
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How To Help Haiti In Chicago
Local businesses make it easy to donate to Haiti earthquake victims. |
Bars + Clubs
Nightlife Guides |
Centerstage Chicago Staff
1/25/10 |
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Universal Ninjas
The duo's mix of humor and soul has Lollapalooza bookers interested - even if they don't realize it yet. |
Music
Interviews |
Jeff Min
1/24/10 |
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Going in Blind
Is it still possible to have a truly blind date? A single girl puts a new service to the test. |
Dating
Love, Sex, Life |
Sally Ho
1/22/10 |
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Bailiff
Talking deep-dish and instant gratification with the progressive blues band. |
Music
Interviews |
Centerstage Chicago Staff
1/20/10 |
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Theater Is For Lovers
These Valentine's Day shows are sure to make your curtain rise. |
Theater
In The Spotlight |
Centerstage Chicago Staff
1/18/10 |
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Dart Bars
The traditional pub game brings in some serious competition at these local joints. |
Bars + Clubs
Nightlife Guides |
Stacy Warden
1/14/10 |
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Winter Winners
Cold or not, the kids need entertainment. Here are some ways to warm up this season's schedule. |
Lifestyle
Live Well |
Christy Bonstell
1/11/10 |
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Black Bear Combo
The Gypsy-brass group has been to the White House and back. |
Music
Interviews |
Jeff Min
1/11/10 |
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Funny Ladies
These young, up-and-coming female comedians are shaping Chicago's underground scene. |
Theater
Theater Guides |
Alicia Eler
1/9/10 |
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Virtual L: Damen (Brown)
Get all the benefits of small-town living, accessible by public transit. |
Travel + Tourism
Virtual L Guides |
Centerstage Chicago Staff
1/8/10 |
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Violetness
The songstress gives credit to Marky Mark, her church and Chicago gold-diggers. |
Music
Interviews |
Jeff Min
12/28/09 |
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Best of Burgers
Forget fast food and find your new favorite burger at these local establishments |
Food
Dining Guides |
Erica Walkup
12/28/09 |
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Burning Down the House
Czarina Mirani's house-music dance classes will get you in shape for your next Chicago club night. |
Fitness
Fitness Guides |
David-Anthony Gonzalez
12/23/09 |
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Taste of the Tropics
Wanna get away from Chicago's frigid temps? These bars will take you to a totally different climate. |
Bars + Clubs
Nightlife Guides |
Karl Klockars
12/22/09 |
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H20 Soul
Class is in session for this Pharcyde-approved hip-hop band. |
Music
Interviews |
Jeff Min
12/14/09 |
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Bill Kim
The chef behind Urban Belly and Belly Shack knows no bounds...and his next project could be his biggest yet. |
Food
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Karl Klockars
12/10/09 |
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Lowering the Bar
Get the lowdown on Chicago's subterranean pubs. |
Bars + Clubs
Nightlife Guides |
Stacy Warden
12/8/09 |
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Is Chicago Crying Out for Coneys?
The upcoming opening of Leo's has us searching the streets for other versions of Michigan's favorite dog. |
Food
Dining Guides |
Karl Klockars
12/6/09 |
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Facing the Femicide
The National Museum of Mexican Art exposes the ongoing cycle of violence in Juarez. |
Arts + Words
On The Scene |
Lisa Brandush
12/4/09 |
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Arts + Words