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Chicago's Wrigley Building by Jessica Mlinaric
Architecture, Chicago, Culture

Behind the Scenes at 10 Unique Chicago Architecture Sites

by Jessica Mlinaric / October 28, 2019January 26, 2020

Check out some of our favorite Chicago architecture finds from Open House Chicago.

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Photo of afternoon tea treats at the Drake Hotel
Chicago, Culture

10 Tips for Afternoon Tea Etiquette

by Jessica Mlinaric / April 6, 2017January 6, 2025

Whether you’re at the Ritz or a country tea room, keep these tips in mind at your next tea party.

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Chicago, Culture

Rooftop Views in Speakeasy Style at Drumbar

by Jessica Mlinaric / July 6, 2012January 6, 2025

This Gold Coast bar doesn’t miss a beat.

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Chicago

Romance is in Bloom at BHLDN Chicago

by Jessica Mlinaric / April 10, 2012January 4, 2017

Peek inside the dreamy new bridal boutique from the Anthropologie family.

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Chicago, Culture

My Four Favorite Things: Restaurant Week 2012 Recap

by Jessica Mlinaric / March 22, 2012January 6, 2025

Digesting my four favorite bites of Restaurant Week.

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Chicago

The Newberry Library Book Fair

by Jessica Mlinaric / July 28, 2011January 5, 2017

Exploring 120,000 used volumes on sale at one of Chicago’s best book fairs.

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Urban Explorer is a travel blog highlighting history, culture, and hidden gems to inspire curious travelers by Jessica Mlinaric, author of 'Secret Chicago' and 'Chicago Scavenger.'
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    Touring Chicago’s Mass Grave with WGN Morning News
    November 16, 2020

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