
Creating Beautiful Invitations and Save the Dates for a Wedding with basic invite
*Sponsored Content from basicinvite.com As many of us in the events industry know, it's engagement season and there are a variety of events are planned around an upcoming wedding. From engagement parties to bridal showers, a save the date for a wedding and even...
Winter 2019-2020 Issue
Where to go for New Year’s 2020, Signature Seasonal Cocktails, Doubletree partners with Diveheart, an organization for adults and children with disabilities…

15 Catering Options $15 or Less
Have to feed your group on a budget? We've found 15 catering options in Chicago for $15 or less before tax and gratuity/delivery fees. Options start as low as $3.63 and include locations for day-of ordering. Click the images to visit their catering websites for more...

Spring/Summer 2019 Issue
The Most Anticipated Hotel Opening of 2019, Industry News, Featured Industry Pros, New Views and More! [googleapps domain="drive" dir="file/d/1brh7Qr2c-use8B12Ll5K4kkhw4JtE8tR/preview" query="" width="640" height="480" /]

Choose Chicago 2018 Annual Meeting Review
We've summarized Choose Chicago's 2018 Annual Meeting Stats that every Chicago Events & Hospitality Professional should know. See below for the quick review or you can read the full report here. [googleapps domain="drive"...

Creating Beautiful Invitations and Save the Dates for a Wedding with basic invite
*Sponsored Content from basicinvite.com As many of us in the events industry know, it's engagement season and there are a variety of events are planned around an upcoming wedding. From engagement parties to bridal showers, a save the date for a wedding and even...
Winter 2019-2020 Issue
Where to go for New Year’s 2020, Signature Seasonal Cocktails, Doubletree partners with Diveheart, an organization for adults and children with disabilities…

15 Catering Options $15 or Less
Have to feed your group on a budget? We've found 15 catering options in Chicago for $15 or less before tax and gratuity/delivery fees. Options start as low as $3.63 and include locations for day-of ordering. Click the images to visit their catering websites for more...

Spring/Summer 2019 Issue
The Most Anticipated Hotel Opening of 2019, Industry News, Featured Industry Pros, New Views and More! [googleapps domain="drive" dir="file/d/1brh7Qr2c-use8B12Ll5K4kkhw4JtE8tR/preview" query="" width="640" height="480" /]

Choose Chicago 2018 Annual Meeting Review
We've summarized Choose Chicago's 2018 Annual Meeting Stats that every Chicago Events & Hospitality Professional should know. See below for the quick review or you can read the full report here. [googleapps domain="drive"...

Labor Day Party Ideas
Labor Day is more than just a three day weekend. It's a great reason to relax and throw a party. Here are ideas for hosting a great Labor Day Party THEMES & DECOR FOOD & BEVERAGE

Labor Day Cocktails
Labor Day is basically Summer's Last Hurrah. Make it tasty with these beverages! Blackberry Soda Recipe from Imbibe Magazine 1 cup granulated sugar 1 cup water 1/2 cup fresh lemon verbena leaves, loosely packed 2 pints fresh, ripe blackberries Ice cubes Soda water...

Fall Conventions in Chicago
Conventions are happening all the time in Chicago, but fall is definitely one of the busier seasons in Chicago. Stay on top of what's going on by checking out this list of Fall Conventions from Choose Chicago.

Easy and Delicious Hors d’Oeurves
Having a house party? Selecting interesting appetizers before the main show isn't always easy, especially if you've had enough of the mini sausages and egg rolls to last you a lifetime. Here are 7 great recipes for delicious hors d'oeuves everyone will love! (Click...

Read of the Month
Sometimes it can be challenging to try to work with people who think differently, however that doesn't mean it's a bad thing! This month's read is "Collaborative Intelligence: Thinking with People Who Think Differently" Expand your horizons and grab this month's...

Read of the Month
The Read of the Month for June 2015 is from the Founder and CEO of the famous KIND Bars. A must read this summer! Available on Amazon.com

Prepare to Host Amazing Barbecues this Summer!
With the 4th of July right around the corner, there's no better time to prepare to become a grilling extraordinaire. Learn how to grill like a pro, offer refreshing salads and sides and create amazing condiments to wow friends and family this summer. Featuring...

Great Summer DIY Projects
What's summer without a little fun? Try some Do-It-Yourself activities that will amp up your summer! Peg Board Wall Organizer Leaf Art! Create Outdoor Seating Faux Ceramic Napkin Rings Copper & Wood Side Table

Wines for Summer
REDS Inman Family 2014 Endless Crush Rosé of Pinot Noir Russian River Valley Boeger 2013 Walker Vineyard Zinfandel (El Dorado) WHITES 2014 Paolo Saracco Moscato d’Asti 2013 Domaine Vacheron Sancerre Blanc Joseph Cattin 2013 Pinot Blanc Alsace SPARKLING & ROSÉ...

Summer Cocktails
Summer in the City means it time for excellent drinks. Your friends will want to visit you more if your drinks are better, so here are some great summer recipes to enjoy! (Click the images for the recipes) Berry Mojito Zen Sangria (Non Alcoholic) Pimm's Cup Michelada...