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, Jan. 18 Learn how to make mezcal and tea-infused cocktails and drink your work for $14 from 5...
A strong drink can warm you from the inside out, but when the city turns into Chiberia, it's nice to sip something that can also heat up your numb fingers....
Here's where to drink on a budget this week in Chicago. Thursday, Jan. 11 Learn how to make ice ball cocktails and try one featuring FEW Spirits from 5 to...
Here's where to drink on a budget this week in Chicago. Thursday, Jan. 4 Pearl Brasserie (180 N. Wacker Drive 312-629-1030) offers $1 oysters, 50-cent wings, $5 glasses of bubbly...
Here's where to drink on a budget this week in Chicago. Thursday, Dec. 28 Houndstooth Saloon (3369 N. Clark St. 773-244-1166) offers $1 Bud Light and Michelob Ultra drafts from...
It's not too late to make plans to give 2017 a memorable sendoff. Whether you're looking to share a dinner with a special someone or dance your way into 2018...
Here's where to drink on a budget this week in Chicago. Thursday, Dec. 14 The Pony Inn (1638 W. Belmont Ave. 312-453-9397) hosts a "Star Wars: The Last Jedi" premiere...
If you're looking to take a break from all the gift-buying, decorating and party planning and sit back and enjoy the holiday season, an afternoon or night at the theater...