/Chi Town/

This photo was taken by Stephanie Kaplan

The Windy City, The Second City, or Chi Town. Whichever name you want to call it, Chicago is one of my favorite places to visit in the good 'ol U.S of A. It's like no other city I've ever been to. 

Last year, I got the opportunity to work at the American Beauty Show 2014. 

I had such an amazing time, I just have to share a few of my favorite moments with you. 

One place you have to go while you're there is Three Dots and a  Dash!

Not a lot of people know about this gem which makes it so unique. One of my friends from Chicago told me that we were going to a fun bar and that I just needed to trust her. I laughed as she looked at me with all seriousness. With that, I agreed and we began our journey to the most interesting bar I have ever been to. 

You walk down a random alleyway to be met by a row of tiki torches guiding the way to a secret door. When you enter the bar, you are greeted with a wall full of skulls hanging above the steps leading you down to the sitting area. It is full of lush greenery!

  You are transported to Hawaii Cira 1940's, and it's a warm 78 degrees inside.

It is simply magical!

Here are some pictures from last year.

Photo's courtesy of :Kalie Calder + Google Plus Three Dots and a Dash 

Also, a great place to get real Chicago style deep dish pizza is from Lou Malnati's. 

Here I am last year. Can't you see the excitement on my face! 

Look at this delicious slice of authentic Chicago Style Deep Dish Pizza!!!

Photo Courtesy of: The Delicious Life

Things I am looking forward to for this trip to Chicago!

Bar + Food

1. Have a drink at The Signature Lounge .

It is located on the 95th floor of the John Hancock Center Building. The views must be amazing.

2. Eating at GT Fish. It's a little pricey but totally worth it! 

3. Get a delicious doughnut at The Doughnut Vault! 

Parks + Monument 

1. Visit the Bean/Cloud Gate!  

2. The Navy Pier!

3. The Willis Tower!

Let's take this city by storm!