Copyright 2009 http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/top-stories en-us Sat, 07 Nov 2009 06:17:22 -0600 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 06:17:22 -0600 NBC Local Integrated Media http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/events/Relive-Cassette-Tape-Tales-of-Lost-Loves-69397642.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:22:16 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/cassette_tape.jpg
It's time to pull those tapes out the crate and remember the one who broke your heart.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/fashion/Michael-Kors-Launches-Mag-Mile-Store-69381897.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:13:19 -0600 Moshpix: Chicago's fashion finest were out in full force Wednesday for the opening of designer Michael Kors' new store in the 900 Shops, taking over the spot previously occupied by the Stuart Weitzman shoe store. The designer himself was on hand for the event. The 2,600-square-foot space is a Michael Kors Lifestyle store. Guests sipped on champagne and watched a runway show featuring Kors' designs.]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/Kors_opening_16_BLURBY.jpg
Blondes. Brunettes. Mohawks. More blondes.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/events/About-Last-Night-The-Poke-Party-69372417.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 09:18:16 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/ALN_jbar_4_blurby.jpg
What you missed: fire eaters, Facebook fiends and culture vultures.

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Keeping yourself out of the red is the best gift you can give yourself this year.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/events/Word_on_the_Street_-_Chicago_Film_Festival_Chicago_marcus_riley.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:10:54 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/Adler_After_Dark.jpg
24/7 has the deets on the party scene at some local museums.

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Readers take his advice to heart and his words can make or break a restaurant, but who is food critic Pat Bruno? We can't exactly tell you.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/shopping/kanye-west-picture-book-bill-plympton-graphic-memoir-69398967.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:37:19 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/kanye-book-amazon.jpg
"Through the Wire" is said to be a graphic memoir of West's decision to drop out of college to pursue a music career.

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Plus Basement Jaxx electrify the Congress Theater and Mink Stole parties at a "lesbian lockdown" in Boystown

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/food-drink/Weekend-Beat-The-Bomb-Chili-69309522.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:44:55 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/chili4.jpg
New bites in Lakeview, an anniversary special and an old-fashioned cook-off are in your future.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/fashion/NATL-Style-logue-Justin-Timberlake-68872192.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 23:05:00 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/justinsubA.jpg
Today Justin Timberlake's a stylish star, but he can't outrun his boy band roots forever.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/fashion/Michael-Kors-talks-Obamas-puffer-coats-and-banana-cream-pie-69268407.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 17:10:19 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/Kors_opening_15.jpg
"The banana cream pie at Gibsons. That’s an indulgence."

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/events/Chicago-Idols-Seek-Road-to-Fame-69289862.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:55:31 -0600 Moshpix: Wednesday kicked off Mahoney’s Pub & Grille's second annual Road to Fame, a quest for Chicago's top vocalist. Singers performed a capella in front of the crowd. Another open call will be held Nov. 11, with additional rounds weekly until the finals on Dec. 9. The winner receives round-trip airfare and hotel accommodations for two in LA, $500 cash and a live gig an Culver City, CA club called Rush Street in front of record company representatives.]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/Road_to_Fame_5_blurby.jpg
Mahoney’s Pub & Grille kicks off second annual contest. View the pics!

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/fashion/Fashion-Replay-69083212.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 23:05:00 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/110509PinkShakira012.jpg
These stars showed up at different events (or sometimes the same) sporting the same duds as other celebrities. Check out where and when, and decide who you think wore it better!

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Human skin makes the perfect canvas for this art.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/events/Matt-Groening-Lynda-Barry-Charlie-Murphy-Mountain-Goats-Final-Fantasy-69091582.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 07:28:37 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/Homer-Simpson.jpg
Plus Charlie Murphy drops by Woodfield Mall, and Mountain Goats and Final Fantasy play the Metro

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/fashion/AGaci-Set-to-Host-First-Chicago-Fashion-Show-69176737.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:29:05 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/agaci.jpg
One of the city's newest retailers struts its stuff on Friday.

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Go inside the mind of one of Chicago's hottest young fashion designers.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/shopping/Meet-and-Smell-Fiddy-macys-50-cent-power-cologne-69161687.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:09:19 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*80/50+cent+new.jpg
50 Cent will be pimping something other than his music at Macy's next week.

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If you feel like stalking celebs this weekend, you'll find "victory" at Enclave.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/events/Calling-All-Roller-Girls-windy-city-rollers-roller-derby-69091342.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 11:04:55 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/Windy_City_Roller.jpg
Ladies, think you've got what it takes to compete in the rough-and-tumble world of roller derby?

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Prepare for a dose of truthiness, Chicago.

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Plus drunk writers honor Obama's ascent to the White House, and Danny's hosts its ever popular funk and soul night

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A rockin' denim boutique sets up shop on Wells Street.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/food-drink/Grand-Opening-Bar-Novo-68951537.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:09:17 -0600 Bar Novo for a few weeks now, the new loungy spot inside the Renaissance Hotel at Wacker and State.]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/Novo_2_blurby.jpg
Wit full up? There may be a better option across the street.

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Poking's more fun in real life. Promise.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/fashion/Wanna-Be-a-Hipster-Theres-an-App-for-That-jw-68938207.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:16:57 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/4068436757_5d3887ebdc_b.jpg
Are you tired of mocking hipsters yet? How about poseurs?

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/events/Seeking-the-Road-to-Fame-68882957.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 12:05:51 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/chicagoidol3.jpg
Who's got the best pipes in Chicago?

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/food-drink/Bite-Me-Food-That-Looks-Good-Enough-to-Eat-62601667.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:21:38 -0600 Zocalo's Trio de Guacamole
Most people are familiar with traditional guacomole, but at Zocalo, you can get three unique twists on this popular dish.
What's in it?
Tradicional: Freshly diced avocado mixed with tomatoes, red onion, cilantro and serrano peppers.
Rojo: Avocado mixed with roasted tomatoes, roasted onion and a roasted red jalapeño salsa
Fruta: Avocado mixed with fresh papaya, mango, habanero peppers and walnuts
All are served with corn, sweet plantain and malanga chips/
Suggested pairing: Zocalo offers more than 120 tequilas made with 100 percent blue agave. Start here.
The Chef says: "This dish definitely offers something for everyone and is truly a crowd pleaser." -- Gustavo Castañeda
Zocalo, 358 W Ontario, 312-302-9977. ]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/guacamole_edited.jpg
It's lunch time. You should look into eating something.

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Your closet is the last place where you should be clothes-minded.

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Plus free admission at the Adler Planetarium and Jewish reggae at the House Of Blues

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/events/Chicago-Sport--Social-Hits-Red-Canary-68689547.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:48:00 -0600 Moshpix: The Red Canary, (695 N Milwaukee Ave) a River West hot spot, opened its doors to the Chicago Sport and Social Club for an exclusive opening event. Guests sampled passed appetizers, sipped on cocktails and grooved to the sounds of Red Canary's house DJ while enjoying this new vibrant lounge.]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/CSS_redcanary_2.jpg
The pretty people were out in force at this hot party.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/events/Big-Ballers-Bigger-Hearts-68746397.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 17:43:13 -0600 Moshpix: The stars came out to The Shrine last week for the Athletes Across Borders event, co-hosted by former Chicago Bears player Jerry Azumah and Chicago Bull Tyrus Thomas.]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/AAB_MG_1211.jpg
Some of Chicago's most recognizable athletes come out for charity.

]]> http://ads.pheedo.com/click.phdo?s=4746e6eee57330628bc3e30e956a1f3b&p=4 4746e6eee57330628bc3e30e956a1f3b ]]> Mon, 02 Nov 2009 17:43:13 -0600 http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/fashion/Latino-Fashion-Struts-its-Stuff-68709987.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:26:19 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/CLFW08_10%5B1%5D.27.08-010.jpg
With Fashion Focus barely in the rearview mirror, Hispanic style takes center stage.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/food-drink/Battle-of-the-Bhut-wing-eating-contest-jake-melnicks-bill-kurtis-68596322.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:54:59 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*70/WingFest_women_3_blurby.jpg
As if eating competitions aren't tough enough, this one features the hottest wings in the world.

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There'll be a lot of Luv in the club at LuxLounge this Friday.

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A brand-spankin' new watering hole for thirsty fans.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/events/The-Hurt-Locker-Bad-Means-Good-Train-68413542.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 06:44:42 -0600 The Hurt Locker, Staff Sergeant William James (played by Jeremy Renner) fears nothing as the leader of an Army Explosive Ordnance Disposal unit stationed in Iraq. Translation? He keeps bombs from blowing up. Constantly seeking the thrill of the dismantlement, James is a renegade who puts his unit in danger just as often as he saves lives. ]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/BADASS+Hurt+Locker.jpg
Plus cult-movies and DJs at The Burlington, and the bro-tastic Uncle Kracker and Train at the Vic

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/events/About-Last-Night-Halloween-Eve-67951782.html Sat, 31 Oct 2009 07:02:16 -0600 Moshpix: There were some scary sights on the streets of Chicago last night as the city got into the Halloween spirit. Check out what we found inside Level Nightclub on Rush Street and The Shrine in the South Loop.]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*82/Halloween_shrine_1.jpg
Chicago gets into the ghoulish spirit.

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Our weekly rundown of A-to-D-listers who made the rounds in Chicago this past week. Read on, judge harshly.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/events/Northalsted-Halloween-Parade-68347952.html Sun, 01 Nov 2009 16:20:20 -0600 Moshpix: The Northalsted Halloween Parade kicked off Saturday showcasing some wild costumes with a Mad Hatters' Ball theme. Thousands of people lined the parade route, which went north along Halsted in the Boystown neighborhood. Familiar faces included the infamous Balloon Boy and the Octomom.]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/Halloween_parade_21.jpg
It was a wild ride at the annual Northalsted Halloween par-tay.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/events/A-Cheeky-Halloween-68408707.html Sun, 01 Nov 2009 20:59:38 -0600 Moshpix: Halloween kicked off a little early at Angels & Kings as CheekyChicago.com hosted a Rock 'N Roll Halloween Bash complete with live band karaoke and plenty of rockers in the crowd. ]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/Cheeky_Halloween_13.jpg
It was a rock and roll Halloween at Angels and KIngs.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/fashion/Win-a-Copy-of-the-New-Mrs-O-Fashion-Bible-67590777.html Fri, 30 Oct 2009 12:43:21 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/91122241.jpg
Just ditch the Juicy sweatpants already, OK?

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/events/Cafe-Magazines-Pickup-Party-67682432.html Fri, 30 Oct 2009 11:59:57 -0600 Moshpix: A good looking crowd packed The Shrine this week for the Café Media Pick Up Party. Party-goers were able to get a first look at the December issue of Café, a Latino lifestyle magazine. Whether they were able to pick up anything -- or anyone -- else, is a mystery.]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/Cafe_Pickup_Party_15.jpg
Check out the good-looking crowd that blessed The Shrine this week.

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As if there weren't enough ways to blow your pay check in the 900 Shops.

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