Samantha Nelson is a freelance writer who has spent more than 15 years writing about what to eat, drink and do in Chicago for publications including the baiduhai, Eater Chicago, Time Out Chicago, The Daily Herald and RedEye. She holds a bachelor's and master's degree from the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University.
Here's where to drink on a budget this week in Chicago. Thursday, May 23 Sweetwater Tavern and Grille (225 N. Michigan Ave., 312-698-7111) hosts a puppy party on the patio...
Going out in Chicago can be expensive, but it doesn't have to be. There's plenty of fun to be had every week without putting a dent in your wallet. We're...
Summer doesn't officially start until June 21, but having an extra day off makes Memorial Day weekend the perfect time to celebrate the fact that temperatures are finally climbing after...
Here's where to drink on a budget this week in Chicago. Thursday, May 16 Marshall's Landing (222 W. Merchandise Mart Plaza, 312-610-8050) celebrates Illinois Craft Beer Week by serving free...
Going out in Chicago can be expensive, but it doesn't have to be. There's plenty of fun to be had every week without putting a dent in your wallet. We're...
Here's where to drink on a budget this week in Chicago. Thursday, May 9 Fairgrounds (1330 W. Fulton Market, 312-265-0761) offers $9 specialty cocktails, $2 off draft beer and $5...
Going out in Chicago can be expensive, but it doesn't have to be. There's plenty of fun to be had every week without putting a dent in your wallet. We're...
Here's where to drink on a budget this week in Chicago. Thursday, May 2 20 East (20 E. Delaware Place, 312-397-3633) offers $4 beers, $5 Absolut mixed drinks, $6 select...
Going out in Chicago can be expensive, but it doesn't have to be. There's plenty of fun to be had every week without putting a dent in your wallet. We're...
Here's where to drink on a budget this week in Chicago. Thursday, April 25 About Last Knife (168 N. Michigan Ave., 312-392-2440) offers $7 gin cocktails, $5 draft beer, and...