Chicago Monthly Musts – May

1. Bloomingdale’s New Shoe Department  // 2. Check Please 5 Finalists // 3. Farmers Markets 4. Brindille // 5. Billy Sunday // 6. Dec Rooftop + Lounge

Here is what’s on my radar for the month of May. Have you yet to try any of these? If so, please share!

1. Bloomingdale’s new shoe department – This slice of heaven is located on the 3rd floor at 900 N. Michigan and rather breath taking! They just completed renovation and quite the stunner. Tip: They seriously have the best sales and are wonderful about returns. (Gold Coast)
2. Check Please Audition and Finalists Special – Currently narrowed down to 5 contestants for the show’s newest host. This special broadcast will show the behind the scenes and auditions footage on WTTW Friday, May 17th at 8:00 PM. FYI – finalist is to be announced May 29th! (The comfort of your own home)
3. Farmers Markets – Popping up this month! (All over the city)
4. Brindille – Referred to as “Naha’s sexy little sister” by Urban Daddy. This new French restaurant just opened in River North a couple weeks ago. Inventive cocktails and Parisian entrees. Foodie must. Have yet to try! (River North)
5. Billy Sunday – Not necessarily brand new (opened in January) but I keep hearing awesome things about this little spot. Their meals in jars sound intriguing and rumor has it the cocktails are well worth the hike to Logan Square. Sorry, but LS is far for me! (Logan Square)
6. Dec Rooftop + Lounge – Opening this month on the 12th floor of The Ritz Carlton. Actual date TBD. I am always up for a rooftop! Supposed to have an amazing view and an ice cream cart. Yum! (Streeterville)

Anything on your radar for the month of May?  Anything we should all be aware of (restaurants, events, stores, etc.)? Leave a comment or shoot me an email.


And in case you missed it, be sure to check out April’s Monthly Musts too 🙂


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