CONTENTS 10 REASONS TO MEET EXPLORE CHOOSE CHICAGO IS HERE TO HELP CONVENTION EVENT VENUES FACILITIES 10 REASONS TO ATTEND WHAT’S NEW FEATURED PARTNERS FESTIVALS & EVENTS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTS RESOURCES ONLY IN CHICAGO SPOTLIGHTS AFTER-HOURS GROUP TOURS DINING IN CHICAGO’S SPECIAL NEIGHBORHOODS EVENT VENUES MEET WELL Galit neighborhood gathering spot and one-of-a-kind dining destination. Art-filled Tryzub Ukrainian Kitchen cooks traditional fare with a modern twist in the heart of Ukrainian Village. Order a plate of pierogis, handmade daily in the kitchen, or opt for the chicken Kyiv with creamed parsnips, peas, and carrots. white cheddar, as well as pappardelle tossed in a mushroom ragu. AVONDALE The industrial cool of Avondale is an urban blend of old and new. Among the new is contemporary American restaurant Eden , open all day long. Get coffee and a breakfast burrito pre-conference, then end your day with a dinner of seasonal fare made with ingredients from the on-site greenhouse. Husband-and-wife team Beverly Kim and Johnny Clark have garnered James Beard Awards and Michelin stars for their inventive contemporary Korean cuisine at Parachute . Esoteric wines pair well with haemul pajeon seafood pancakes and pork bossam accented with kimchi. LOGAN SQUARE The undeniable energy of Logan Square comes from its hip cocktail bars and live music venues. At Lonesome Rose , dig into creative Tex-Mex tacos and burritos, with options for omnivores and vegetarians alike. Be sure to check out Golden Teardrops , the restaurant’s hidden basement bar. Executive chef-owner Joe Frillman uses vegetables from his brother’s local farm to create the inspired pasta dishes at Daisies . The menu changes with the seasons, but has included ravioli filled with truffle ricotta, sweet corn, and lakefront views galore. For dinner, try the seasonal American fare crafted by acclaimed chef Lee Wolen at Michelin-starred Boka . Standout dishes include veal sweetbreads and poached Alaskan halibut, or go for the eight-course tasting menu. Galit earned a Michelin star for its bright Middle Eastern flavors. Lamb kebabs, wood-roasted cabbage with saffron mudjara, and silky-smooth hummus are accompanied by fluffy pita for dipping. attract baseball fans to the two-story Big Star Wrigleyville that overlooks historic Wrigley Field. UPTOWN Historic Uptown is known for its nightlife, with an array of vintage theatres and clubs. Before hitting the town, experience the luxurious tasting menu at Brass Heart that offers unique takes on international cuisine, with seasonal dishes like the striped bass with green apples. You’ll find some of the best Ethiopian cuisine in the city at Demera Ethiopian Restaurant . Use the pancake-like injera to scoop up shared dishes that include the vegan quosta (spinach slow cooked with onions, tomatoes, garlic, and ginger) or the spicy ye-beg wot (tender cubed lamb served in a rich berbere sauce). Be sure to order the buna (coffee) that’s roasted in-house and served in a traditional clay pot. WRIGLEYVILLE Sports fans find plenty to love in Wrigleyville, from Chicago Cubs baseball at legendary Wrigley Field to sports bars and souvenir shops. At spacious Smoke Daddy , gather the group for a crowd-pleasing feast of tender brisket, baby back ribs, and smoked pit beans in sight of the stadium. Mexican street food, like al pastor tacos and queso fundido, along with frosty margaritas, LINCOLN PARK Get outside in Lincoln Park, known for its charming streets, loads of green space, and GALIT
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