Copyright 2009 http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/top-stories en-us Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:16:07 -0600 Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:16:07 -0600 NBC Local Integrated Media http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/fashion/Akiras-Prep-Fashion-Show-the-underground-70602972.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:47:31 -0600 Moshpix: The Underground was the fashionable place to be at midnight Thursday as Akira unveiled its prep fashion show featuring designs with a scholarly edge. Akira, which has several locations in Chicago already, will open a new women's shoe store in Lakeview at 668 W. Diversey Parkway next week.]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/Akira_underground_9.jpg
It's back to school on the runway.

]]> http://ads.pheedo.com/click.phdo?s=7658e9f5b490faff376ed87d8e97372f&p=4 7658e9f5b490faff376ed87d8e97372f ]]> Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:47:31 -0600 http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/events/About-Last-Night-Throwin-Down-at-Underground-70605442.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:31:08 -0600 Moshpix: The Akira Prep Fashion show kicked off around midnight at The Underground , but after the last model rocked the runway, it was time to party. Let's hope these folks didn't have to go to work on Friday.]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/cxgrabA1.jpg
What you missed: late night fashion scenesters and an anniversary soiree.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/events/Rewind__That_70_s_Party_Chicago.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:22:55 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/ishootrockstars_20.jpg
Chicago hipsters throw down on the South Side, funk decade style.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/food-drink/ROOF-Offers-New-Morning-After-Drill-the-wit-brunch-70622417.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:06:14 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/ABL_wit_5.jpg
Your walk of shame just became a little less awkward.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/events/Weekend-Beat-Light-it-Up-magnificent-mile-lights-festival-70616762.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:00:15 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/magnificent_mile_lights.jpg
Get ready for Chicago's official kickoff to the holiday season.

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Plus lace up for outdoor ice skating at Millenium Park and get your art fix from the SAIC's holiday art sale.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/events/michael-abramson-light-on-the-south-side-70397962.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:20:09 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*81/SouthSide_Light_17_abram1.jpg
Chicagoans throw down on the South Side, funk decade style.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/fashion/Trash-the-Dress-70338087.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:35:30 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*80/trash100.jpg
A wedding dress becomes an artpiece with a "trash the dress" photograph.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/food-drink/Bite-Me-Food-That-Looks-Good-Enough-to-Eat-62601667.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:56:05 -0600 Bistro 110's Tart Flambe

What's in it? The pizza dough, made of semolina, yeast, oil, salt and water, is covered with a large spoonful of creme fraiche, topped with sliced onions and pieces of bacon. It's cooked for about 10 minutes at 500 degrees in the wood burning oven.
Suggested pairing: Drink with a local brew, Two Brothers Domain Dupage French Country Ale, made beer de guard style. It's a caramel malt that pairs well with the sweet onion and smoky bacon. Wine lovers try the Martin Schaetzel Pinot Blanc. This Alsace wine has great minerality with a round, full mouth feel and is all organic.
The Chef says: "The Tarte flambee is a traditional recipe from the Alsace region of France, where I was born. It's a simple recipe that is most often and traditionally prepared in a wood burning oven. Since we have the chance to have a wood burning oven in Bistro 110, I wanted to offer this dish as a tribute to my 'origins.'" -- Chef Dominique Tougne
How much is it? The Tarte Flambee is part of Bistro 110's Five for Five $5 pizza menu. They're available after 5 p.m. in the bar area, along with table seating.
Bistro 110, 110 E Pearson St, (312) 266-3110. FULL MENU ]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/tarte_flambe.jpg
It's lunch time. You should look into eating something.

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Plus learn how to make your own holiday-themed cocktails at Nacional 27, and destroy "Project Runway" with your wittiness at Crew.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/shopping/Dump-Your-Old-Denim-dna-2050-900-shops-70422122.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:56:30 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/jeans_rock_n-roll.jpg
It's time to find a new home for that pair of misfit jeans.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/fashion/Thrift_Store_Fashion_Do_s___Don_ts_Chicago.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:34:49 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/thriftstore_640x480.jpg
Thrift stores are a great way to recycle fashions, but there are certain things to keep in mind.

]]> http://ads.pheedo.com/click.phdo?s=df8745b3f1a731d02ba2f0ee82ddae33&p=4 df8745b3f1a731d02ba2f0ee82ddae33 ]]> Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:34:49 -0600 http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/events/Party-in-the-Penthouse-nv-70424997.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 20:28:33 -0600 Moshpix: NV Penthouse Lounge (116 W Hubbard St.) is celebrating its second anniversary Thursday with a casino-style party benefiting Chicago's Gateway Green. Guests can enjoy casino games and a classic cabaret burlesque show as the River North club transforms itself into Sin City. The party starts at 10 p.m. Nov. 19th. RSVP at info@nvpenthouselounge.com. ]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*80/NV_Penthouse_11.jpg
A River North hot spot transforms in to Sin City to celebrate its second anniversary.

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Plus Jonathan Safran Foer reads at the Harold Washington and Cougar plays at Subterranean

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/shopping/Living-the-Luxe-Life--70251092.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:57:03 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/modern-vintage.jpg
This auction house says no to trash, yes to high-class treasures.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/fashion/THREAD-Victorias-Secret-Angels-Take-Over-Times-Square-70368077.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:04:33 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/111809+Victorias+Secret+Times+Square+01.jpg
The Victoria's Secret Fashion Show is returning to New York and, in a media stunt to promote the event, thirty of the brand's models turned up in Times Square.

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The artist formerly known as George Michael will host a Youth in Revolt screening.

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It doesn't sound like a happening night spot, but the beautiful people will surely be flocking to this new bar.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/fashion/Twilight_Inspires_Fashion_Trends_Chicago.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 20:14:00 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/twilightfashion_640x480.jpg
Nordstrom answers the call of fans who can't get enough of the vampire saga with a line of clothing, jewelry and cosmetics.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/shopping/New_Affordable_Jimmy_Choo_Line__All__National_.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:29:31 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/jimmychoo111709_640x480.jpg
Check out the new Jimmy Choo for H&M collection, including their famous footwear and the debut of their new men's and women's wear.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/fashion/Keeping-it-Fugly-This-Holiday-Season-ugly-sweaters-70272612.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:26:23 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/ugly_sweater1.jpg
Eat your heart out Bill Cosby.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/events/R-Kelly-Indie-Incubator-Film-Festival-Zombie-Mindless-Affair-70241292.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 06:48:52 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/robert_kelly_singer.jpg
Plus the Indie Incubator Film Festival hits The Original Mother's and zombie art provides mindless fun in Pilsen

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/events/Kid-Sister-Finally-Drops-Debut-CD-ultraviolet-jimmy-fallon-show-flosstradamus-70210147.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 13:45:28 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/kid_sister.jpg
A Chicago rapper is set to join a short but impressive roster of female MCs.

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What's old is new again at this annual shopping extravaganza.

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Introducing a buttery rich lotion that offers the perfect fix for dry winter skin.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/news/politics/NATL-Michelle-Obama-Style-Guide-53582762.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:43:01 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/111609+Michelle+Obama+Style+thumb.jpg
From J.Crew to Jason Wu, First Lady Michelle Obama's style choices are as chic as they are eclectic, and always keep America guessing.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/food-drink/Heating-Up-Chicagos-Winter-Patios-70196477.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 11:00:25 -0600 Grub Street's list of outdoor hot spots, we've collected photos of Chicago's top heated patios. To start, hit Vertigo Sky Lounge, atop the Dana Hotel (660 N State St), which is open year-round.]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*80/Vertigo+interior+empty+-+low+res.jpg
The cold weather doesn't mean you have to eat or drink indoors.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/real-estate/Celebrity_Homes.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 06:07:23 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/joemontanashouse.jpg
From nondescript apartment buildings to spectacular mansions, check out these celebrity cribs including Joe Montana's estate going for... what else? $49 million.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/events/Star-Maps----Hogan-Knows-Drunk-70150337.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:01:46 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*92/brook1.jpg
Star Maps is our weekly rundown of A-D-listers making the rounds in Chicago. Read on, judge harshly.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/food-drink/MIchelin-Guide-Inspector-Secrets-Revealed-Rigous-Training-to-Eating-Alone-and-Lets-Just-Say-Its-Not-About-the-Money-70188737.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:31:38 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*96/200909michelin.jpg
Today the New Yorker drops its annual Food Issue, and included therein is Lunch with M., a rare behind-the-scenes glimpse at the life of a Michelin Guide restaurant "inspector" ("reviewer" or "critic" in the parlance of...

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/food-drink/_Jersey_Boy__Has_a_Nose_for_Vino_Chicago.html Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:04:10 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/cunio_640x480.jpg
Meet an actor who'd have no problem reverting to his day job.

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Plus an Essay Fiesta at Book Cellar and an LGBT hipster dance party at Subterranean

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Free online shipping means procrastinators win.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/shopping/Whiten-While-You-Wait-69713892.html Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:42:30 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*80/smile1.jpg
Ulta's new service is enought to make many of its customers smile.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/food-drink/Weekend-Beat-Easy-Come-Easy-Go-69858882.html Thu, 12 Nov 2009 10:37:51 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/champagne_toast1.jpg
There's two new and one less spot to check out in the city this weekend.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/fashion/Latino-Fashion-Week-Muy-Caliente--69853107.html Thu, 12 Nov 2009 09:22:53 -0600 Moshpix: Latino Fashion Week, a celebration of style with an emphasis on Hispanic designers and models, held events all over the city last week including including fashion shows, design competitions and retail showcases. Check out some of the highlights from the fashion shows over the weekend and click here to learn more about the designers.]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/latinfashion.jpg
Check out the hot runway designs from the only week in the country dedicated to Latino fashion.

]]> http://ads.pheedo.com/click.phdo?s=89447d964cd8e86cfb4acc052d0ff96c&p=4 89447d964cd8e86cfb4acc052d0ff96c ]]> Thu, 12 Nov 2009 09:22:53 -0600 http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/events/Having-a-Ball-at-Carnivale-69983022.html Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:48:58 -0600 Moshpix: A large crowd of young professionals packed Carnivale restaurant Thursday to celebrate Jason Erkes' 40th birthday. Erkes is the president of Chicago Sport & Social, one of the largest groups of its kind in the country. ]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*90/Carnivale_20.jpg
The pretty people were out in force for a birthday bash for the man who runs Chicago Sport & Social.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/around-town/events/Zombie-Outbreak-Film-Festival-Challengers-Reeling-Bowie-Hideout-70026697.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 07:55:05 -0600 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/120*80/zombie11.jpg
Plus sou dance party at Hideout, comic art sale at Challengers, gay movies at Reeling, and Bowie at the Gene Siskel

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