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Sprecher Brewery

Sprecher Brewery in Glendale, Wisconsin thankfully became the city's first microbrewery since Prohibition.

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Santiago Calatrava's Famed Milwaukee Art Museum

One of the world's most beautiful art museums is located on the shore of Lake Michigan in Milwaukee.

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Milwaukee County Zoo: Where the wild things roam

The Milwaukee County Zoo has grown from a small bird aviary to being one of the nation's top zoos, home to 1,800 animals on 200 beautiful acres.

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Old World Wisconsin: A must-see historical haven

The world's largest rural life museum takes visitors back through time thanks to more than 60 historic structures collected from throughout the state.

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Six Flags Great America: big thrills at a big park

Chicago's Great America and Hurricane Harbor deliver on thrills, spills and entertainment at this whopping 320-acre theme and water park .

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Volo Auto Museum: A rip roarin' ride through time

A mammoth museum and showroom housing an impressive array of famous, classic, military and muscle cars entertains both kids and adults alike.

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Lambs Farm: where charm and charity meet

Visit delightful Lambs Farm, complete with farmyard, bakery, country store and more, and you'll be helping people in need lead more meaningful lives.

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Ravinia Festival: a summer musical must

The oldest musical festival in North America, Ravinia attracts big crowds with top-notch talent and eclectic summer line-ups.

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Chicago Botanic Garden: fabulous flora in Glencoe

Few cities can rival the sheer beauty and scale of Chicago’s Botanic Garden. Flourishing on 385 acres in the north suburb of Glencoe, the lovely public garden is one of the most visited in the nation, attracting more than thr ...

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Kohl Children's Museum: a learning playground

This newly expanded suburban museum uses interactive exhibits to teach kids math, science, social skills, and how to navigate the big world around them.

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Baha'i Temple: a place of peace open to all

Chicago's Baha'i House of Worship is a wondrous site for worshipers and visitors — a majestic domed temple that's just 30 minutes from downtown, but looks like a relic from another time and place.

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Legoland Discovery Center: building blocks of fun

The first in the United States, Chicago's Legoland Discovery Center mixes interactive exhibits with amazing Lego models, rides and 4D shows for full family fun.

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Spring Valley: like a visit to the 19th century

A living museum in the northwest suburbs shows visitors what life was like in the 19th century. Explore a working farm, log cabin and more than 135 acres of preserved land just 45 minutes from downtown Chicago.

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Chicago artists craft new life for old book covers

The final chapter for many books may be less than glamorous — molding away on a basement bookshelf, or tossed into a trash bin. But three Chicago artists are bringing new life to old books, reusing them or their beautiful co ...

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Evanston's Piccolo Theatre: Literally On The Fast Track.

Highly acclaimed for its productions and location, Piccolo Theatre is located in a working train depot.

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Schaumburg Flyers: Big league fun, minor league price

The northwest suburban Schaumburg Flyers minor league baseball team brings big-time entertainment with talented players, a plush home field and inexpensive ticket prices.

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For something novel visit Novelty Golf and Games, then hop over

Show off your miniature golfing skills at Novelty Golf where the chickens, mice and elephants await to throw you off course.

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Lynfred Winery: A sweet surprise in the suburbs

The oldest and largest continuously operating winery in Illinois is much closer than you might think. Just 45 minutes from downtown, the winery offers tastings, tours and a beautiful backdrop.

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The Swedish American Museum Center offers insight to one of Chic

The Swedish American Museum Center is the anchor in Andersonville, one of the city's most culturally rich and vibrany neighborhoods. The museum is a great starting point if you're planning a day-long escape.

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Eli's Cheesecake: a tasty tour for a tiny price

This national cheesecake maker opens its doors daily for a decadent tour of its bakery, capped off with a complimentary slice of its sweet treats.

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The Red Line Tap: An Old Chicago Tavern Is Given New Life.

Named for the elevated train line that rumbles outside its front door, the Red Line Tap offers music and libations.

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Belgian Chocolatier Piron: The best Belgian Chocolate is as clos

Hearts have been broken and won over the cocoa bean. One little taste of Belgian Chocolatier Piron will win your loyalty for a long, long time.

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Marie Parie Oui, Oui!

Tres petit but filled with eclectic clothing, jewelry, home decor, Marie Parie has French flair with a bohemian twist.

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Vintage Baseball: Old school summer entertainment

Leagues like Wisconsin's Eagle Diamonds are using historic uniforms, equipment and 1860's rules to recreate the beginnings of baseball, all with very entertaining results.

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Long Grove Chocolate Fest: a sweet time May 1-3

This historic Illinois village attracts loads of sweets lovers with its annual festival dedicated to all things chocolate.

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Gordon Parks photos on exhibit at Northwestern

Northwestern University's The Mary and Leigh Block Museum presents the riveting black and white photographs of Gordon Parks in their newest exhibit; Bare Witness: Photographs by Gordon Parks.

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Chicago Philharmonic ends season with Mozart

Hear a little night music at Northwestern's Pick-Staiger Hall as the critically acclaimed Chicago Philharmonic wraps up its season with Mozart.

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The Bandits vs. The Flyers: a battle of the sexes

Men of the minor league take on Chicago's Women's slow-pitch softball team in what is billed as "The Battle of the Sexes."

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Karl Ratzsch's in Milwaukee Brings German Food to the Midwest.

Milwaukee, once a thriving community of German immigrants remains the place for some of the best German food in the country. Karl Ratzsch's tops the list.

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Peggy Kinnane's: The Emerald Isle in Arlington Heights

This neighborhood pub serves up authentic Irish food, drink and even atmosphere, with stone, wood and memorabilia straight from Ireland.

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Walker Bros.: Pancakes, waffles and omelettes, oh my!

This north Chicago pancake house chain is famous for a massive breakfast menu, but its their delectable ooey goeey apple pancake that put them on the map.

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UBBA Bar and Restaurant--The Old Crawford Inn

Known as the Ubar in the 1930s, UBAA Bar and Restaurant is a throw back to the old, rural roadside establishments.

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Fraiche Bakery Cafe Lives Up To It's Name In Every Way

Fraiche, French for fresh, walks its talk. Everything--from the lemonade to the pastries to the potato chips--is made in the cafe's back kitchen.

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It's the sauce and more at Hecky's World Famous Barbecue

Forget Memphis. The world's best barbecue is at Hecky's in Evanston. That's right. Evanston. Ah, the sweet smell of bbq success!

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Dixie Kitchen: Southern cookin' in the city

Southern specialties abound at this kitschy spot, with classics like gumbo, jambalaya, red beans and rice and fried green tomatoes.

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Indian Garden: A sublime strip mall surprise

This hidden gem offers a mammoth menu, delectable dishes and very reasonable prices. It's a fun find for Indian food fans in Chicago's northwest suburbs.

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Prairie Moon: American food with flair

This Evanston eatery serves up classic bar fare combined with Southern, Southwestern and Asian influences, all in an artistic space sure to please the eye and the palate.

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Pita Inn

Stopping at Skokie's Pita Inn restaurant is like traveling to another country. This easy-on-the-pocket favorite for Middle Eastern fare draws people from every culture.

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Cross-Rhodes--An inexpensive way to enjoy Greek cuisine in Evans

For casual dining, there's nothing like a lively neighborhood restaurant where the banter is as good as the food.

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Oceanique: French tradition, American twist

Evanston's Oceanique restaurant offers French American cuisine and is known for its superb fresh seafood.

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The Lucky Platter

The 1991 partnering of pastry guru Seric Singer and restaurateur Ken Pospiech beget The Lucky Platter. Indeed, a fortunate marriage for Evanston diners.

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Brothers K Coffee House

For cappuccino almost to pretty to drink, visit the Brothers K Coffee House in Evanston.

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Omega Restaurant: Plentiful portions for a puny price

Omega Restaurant, a northwest suburban favorite, is packing patrons in with big meals, delectable desserts and reasonable prices.

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The Fish Keg

The Fish Keg is one of Chicago's vanishing staples--the old fish shack. Founded in 1951, customers still flock to this simple brick fry house replete with a slamming screen door. What's not to love about The Fish Keg.

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Deta's Cafe

If you could go back in time to grandma's kitchen, chances are it would look and smell like Deta's Cafe. All the more reason to pop in for a scrumptious burek.

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The Historic Heartland Cafe Still Serving Up Food and Politics

The Heartland Cafe was founded on good food and great political debate and has become a local landmark.

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Leona's: A mammoth menu and hearty helpings

This Chicago bar and grill chain offers big portions of delectable classics like pizza, pasta, burgers and a whole lot more.

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Ethiopian Diamond: A perfect dining gem in Rogers Park

There's nothing rough-cut about Ethiopian Diamond. Every entree in this Chicago gem is infused with wonderful spices and the combinations are brilliant!

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Indie Cafe: A delicious taste of the far East

This sushi bar and Thai eatery serves up wonderful rolls, rice dishes and curries, all in a relaxing modern setting.

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Moody's Pub: The place to go for a "bleu" cheese burger.

Not only does Moody's serve the best hamburgers in Chicago, it has a great outdoor beer garden in the summer and a fire place graced interior in the winter.

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