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It’s Time To Taste It! By Lynsey Riach
Two things are guaranteed on a visit to this epic city – you’ll understand why it’s called ‘The Windy City’ and you’ll definitely find yourself belting out “and all that jazzzzz”. But Chicago is also home to a newfound foodie haven that’s easily explored.
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f, like me, you remember the television series ER where the L –train thundered past George Clooney in his scrubs outside the hospital then yes, that’s Chicago (although I can’t guarantee celebrity sightings). But this city which is the 3rd largest in the United States has more to it than a grimy, well-connected train system. Chicago is a city of culture – where art meets sport and the architecture is so impressive you’ll get a sore neck craning up at all those marvels. Oh and wait ‘til I get to the food…
The Magnificent Mile; that’s what they call it (but it’s Michigan Avenue in your guidebook) and I can see why, as recognized retailers line this well-kept street that is arguably the centre of town. Home to The Chicago Tribune, turquoise water flows beneath you as you cross bridges that intertwine and link avenues seamlessly together. Staying on Michigan Avenue at the upbeat Hard Rock Hotel, we could see the super-shiny silver ‘Bean’ from our bedroom. Its correct name is ‘Cloud Gate’ which is creative yet cute since, thanks to its mirrored reflection, you can wave at yourself, everyone else and watch clouds graze past on a clear blue-sky day. Set in Millennium Park, Chicago loves the outdoors and offers visitors plenty of breathing space away from the drama of Chicago Fire and Chicago P.D (new TV shows available in Qatar on OSN). After you’ve enjoyed some park life, fuel up for the day ahead on the best pancakes in town located across the street at Wildberry –and don’t forget the maple syrup!
Chicago's iconic 'Cloud Gate' sculpture – better known as the 'Bean'.
The boardwalk at Navy Pier
If you love to sight-see by foot then this is your town (but you can also tour it by boat or bus). Located
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