It is the most wonderful time of year — baseball season! As the days warm — although here in Chicago it takes a little longer than other places — fans will start making their way towards the “Friendly Confines” in order to take in America’s national pastime. In fact, according to Baseball Reference, almost 3…
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Best Places to Eat Near the Chicago Theatre
Step inside the Chicago Theatre, and it’s easy to see why it was called the Wonder Theatre of the World upon its opening in October of 1921. Built as an upscale movie house, the theater felt influences from the French Baroque style, with a replica of the Arc de Triomphe above the marquee. Inside, the…
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A Neighborhood by Any Other Name: What Place Names Say About Chicago
What’s in a name? We call each other by names, but what do our names say about us? On its own, a name doesn’t mean anything. It only gets emotion and power through its history. Did your name belong to your grandfather? What’s your family history? At Giordano’s we take history seriously, especially Chicago history.…
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A Pier Beyond Peer: The Legacy of Navy Pier
Navy Pier wields a powerful force. Each year, millions of visitors gravitate to this spot. Crowds simply cannot resist the allure of Navy Pier. But what produces this effect? Surely scientists have studied this phenomenon. Well, it’s not complicated (or paranormal). Navy Pier just rocks. Jutting 3,300 feet into Lake Michigan, this Chicago landmark demands…
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Best Places to Eat Near Lincoln Park Zoo
Chicago loves to eat. Food isn’t just gut-filler in Chicago — we take it seriously. Meals give us moments in our lives that we share and remember. Memories come from great food. Thankfully, Chicago’s got the best food around — and don’t forget it! Right now, Chicago’s undergoing a restaurant revolution. Chefs from around the…
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Movies Filmed in Chicago
Chicago loves to show its cinematic side. If you got it, flaunt it. Chicago’s breath-taking architecture make it a prime choice for many directors. The imposing presence of Chicago’s buildings demand attention. Plus they look stunning on screen. Chicago’s buildings, adorned with Roman columns and ornate facades, draw you into their spacious and dizzying interiors…
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Famous Chicagoans: Who’s Your Favorite?
Chicago has birthed a lot of talent — from actors and musicians to writers and political figures, many big names call Chicago home. We’ve compiled an exciting list of some of the famous people who started their lives in the Windy City. Whether you grew up in the same neighborhood or they star in your…
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Strange (But Delicious) Pizza Toppings
Tired of the same old pizza toppings? Yes, we all love the standard varieties: pepperoni, ham and pineapple, vegetarian — but how about something new? There’s a wild world of pizza out there. Don’t let pizza prejudice hold you back. We at Giordano’s have scoured the world’s craziest pizza concoctions and discovered some real wacky…
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Architecture That Every Chicagoan Should Be Proud Of
Whether it is Chicago’s status as a sophisticated, world-class city by the lake, its famous skyline, beloved sports teams, different seasons, or famous deep-dish pizza, Chicagoans have much to appreciate about their city. If you live, work and play in the Windy City, you should add the city’s architecture to your list of things to…
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Thrilling Facts and Feats of Chicago
Chicago has guts. A city beloved for pushing boundaries, the Windy City has never shied away from a challenge. Chicago’s long and fascinating history reads like an adventure novel. In all the tales of succeeding against the odds, some interesting facts emerge in the familiar stories. Various spellbinding events have punctuated Chicago’s rich past: Constructing…