Spring/Summer 2019 Issue
June 28, 2019
The Most Anticipated Hotel Opening of 2019, Industry News, Featured Industry Pros, New Views and More!
Tag: Event
Live Event Review: How to Get More Convention Business
April 6, 2019
Chicago Planner Magazine’s first quarterly panel with our partner, Convene on Tuesday, April 2, 2019: “How to Get More Convention Business.” Featuring Robert Haas with PCMA, Barb Harris with CTC DMC, Julie Mullins with Choose Chicago, and Benjamin Smock of Chicago Concierge … More Live Event Review: How to Get More Convention Business
Our Top 25 Picks for Chicago Restaurant Week 2019
January 22, 2019
With nearly 400 options for restaurant week, Chicago Planner Magazine is sharing our Top 25 go-to spots for Restaurant Week 2019. Aba 302 N. Green St. 3rd Fl. Chicago, IL 60607 | (773) 645-1400 | Dinner @ $48 Aba is one of the most beautiful restaurants in Chicago, with higher-end Mediterranean fare. This Instagram-friendly spot gives you the feeling … More Our Top 25 Picks for Chicago Restaurant Week 2019
July/August 2018 Issue
July 2, 2018
July/August 2018 Issue: Best Rooftops & Patios for Groups of 40+ | Pet-Friendly Hotels in Chicago | Industry News | Summer Cocktails | How to Save Money on A/V & More
Labor Day Cocktails
August 26, 2015
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 (Hines uses Fever Tree) Want to get saucy this holiday weekend? Add … More Labor Day Cocktails
Venue of the Month: The Drake Hotel
March 4, 2015
ABOUT THE VENUE February’s Venue of the Month is the legendary The Drake Hotel. Not only does this luxury property afford its guests easy access to the city’s most exclusive shopping, nightlife, and dining but it has a timeless story that is woven into the very fabric of this great city. Princess Diana, Queen Elizabeth and the … More Venue of the Month: The Drake Hotel
5 Tips for Improving Your Sales
February 20, 2015
Sales Isn’t a Dirty Word. Event Planning is often times as much a sales job as it is a planning and organizational job. Yes, you have to be creative and think on you feet, but many times you have to sell your clients on the best ideas and processes to ensure the event actually becomes the true experience … More 5 Tips for Improving Your Sales
Pay Attention to Food Allergies
January 14, 2015
Start of the year right by educating yourself. Picking the ideal menu is always fun, however, people do have food allergies and they can be serious. While some of this information may see obvious, it never hurts to brush up on your allergy knowledge. Nothing will make a client happier than by you making the … More Pay Attention to Food Allergies
Chicago Planner Magazine Hosts Oscar Party at Studio Paris, Benefitting Ronald McDonald House
February 13, 2014
The Chicago Planner Magazine is excited to be hosting it’s official Launch Party – an Oscar Viewing Party. Not only do you get to dress up for this red carpet event, but you can make a difference while you do it! This event will benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities. Tickets are on sale now … More Chicago Planner Magazine Hosts Oscar Party at Studio Paris, Benefitting Ronald McDonald House
Venue of the Month: The Driehaus Museum
February 12, 2014
VENUE OF THE MONTH: The Driehaus Museum LOCATION: 40 E. Erie St. – Chicago, IL 60611 MAXIMUM CAPACITY: Board Room Set Up for 20; Seated Dinners for up to 100 VENUE TYPE: Museum, Historical Building There are many venues to enjoy in the City of Chicago. Part of what Chicago Planner Magazine is looking to … More Venue of the Month: The Driehaus Museum