Oktoberfest? Try Argtoberfest at Argus Brewery

Munich, Germany is the official start of and home to Oktoberfest. Oktoberfest has been officially underway since September 19 this year, and will continue through the first Sunday in October… which is coming up this weekend! You don’t have to be in Munich to enjoy the festive feelings and Chicago’s own Oktoberfest events. One I’m particularly… Continue reading Oktoberfest? Try Argtoberfest at Argus Brewery

Bacon AND Beer? Get Excited for the Bacon and Beer Classic

I’m a huge fan of festivals that combine an appreciation of craft beer with small bites for a satisfying experience all around. When those small bites all center around the theme of bacon… I’m in heaven. The Bacon and Beer Classic happens yearly in New York City, Seattle, Indianapolis and of course… Chicago! You won’t have… Continue reading Bacon AND Beer? Get Excited for the Bacon and Beer Classic

How to Survive a Chicago Summer Festival (in Style)

Fellow Chicagoans… Festival season is upon us (click here for a pretty definitive list)! I’m a huge fan of music festivals like Lollapalooza, and have a few I plan to attend this year (Pitchfork, Lollapalooza and Piqniq). The Top 5 Chicago Summer Festival Necessities 1. Camelback. The Camelback (or whatever off-brand strikes your fancy) is the… Continue reading How to Survive a Chicago Summer Festival (in Style)

Free Lollapalooza Tickets

The title is a little click-baity but it isn’t untrue. The secret to free Lollapalooza tickets is to VOLUNTEER at the music festival. Ok, you’ll have to pay a $10 application fee, and commit some time, but it’s a small price to pay for being a Lollapalooza insider (and not paying a hefty three day… Continue reading Free Lollapalooza Tickets