“Where’s Wallace?”

Where’s Wallace – The Berghoff

Best Western River North Hotel

I grew up in Chicago and, let me tell you, it’s hard to think of a more iconic restaurant that’s been a staple in Chicago as long as The Berghoff has. The bar opened in 1898 and besides a short stint in ‘06, this establishment has been open ever since. As you might guess, it

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Where’s Wallace – Lou Mitchell’s

Lou Mitchell restaurant, Best Western River North, Chicago hotel

“Where can we get a good breakfast?” I don’t know how many times I’ve been asked that as a concierge! Guests want a good meal for breakfast , of course. But often what people really mean when asking me is, “Where can I have an experience while getting breakfast in Chicago?” “Where can I go

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Where’s Wallace – Macy’s Magical Store

Wallace at Macy's Chicago

As a kid, I remember going to Marshall Fields on State Street in Chicago and how exciting and enchanting the store was during the holidays.  With this week’s trip to now-Macy’s on State Street, the store is honestly more magical than ever. Greeting you are reds and greens, golds and silvers, and bells and ribbons

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Where’s Wallace – Adler Planetarium

Here we are at Adler!

When you’re visiting Chicago, you want to have plenty of time to explore the city.  But why stop there?  Why not explore our planet, solar system and galaxy!  No, Chicago doesn’t offer charter trips to the moon (yet).  Instead, Chicago showcases a premiere attraction that allows individuals and families to survey space and our solar

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Where’s Wallace – Chicago’s Chinatown

Welcome to Chinatown Wallace

      Chicago is known for it’s distinct and diverse ethnic neighborhoods.  One of the city’s more popular and exciting places to explore is Chinatown.  Did you know that it is actually the second largest Chinatown in the country?  Located just a few minutes south of the loop, Chicago’s Chinatown can easily be reached by the CTA Red Line train. 

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Where’s Wallace – Chicago Architecture Boat Tour

Chicago Architecture River Tour

     Do you know what Chicago building is so large that at one point, stock boys used roller skates to navigate its700 ft long corridors?  Well, the tour guide of the Chicago Architecture Foundation River Cruise could tell you.  And you wouldn’t even need roller skates to see it.  Instead, you can take in all of the splendor

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Where’s Wallace – Behind the Walls of Wrigley

Home of the Cubs

Baseball season in Chicago…ahhhh.  Chicago may have two teams, but if you ask me, there’s only one ballpark!  Built in 1914, Wrigley Field is the second oldest ballpark in the majors and besides being home to the Chicago Cubs, it has also played host to the Chicago Bears, Chicago Blackhawks and hosted 5 World Series games (but

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Where’s Wallace – Learning About Apes at Lincoln Park Zoo

Wallace Explores Gorilla Behavior

Lions, Tigers and Bears, Oh Wow!  This month I took a visit to Lincoln Park Zoo, located in the heart of downtown Chicago.  This urban oasis is a world of wildlife set amongst the shadows of skyscrapers.  Open 365 days a year, Lincoln Park Zoo is one of the country’s last remaining FREE zoos!  Boasting

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Where’s Wallace – Roasting Coffee

Coffe Roasting with Wallace

We want you to have a good nights sleep so you can start your day feeling refreshed and ready to go.But if you’re like us, sometimes you need an extra boost to get going.That’s why each morning we offer complimentary granola bars, tea and coffee in our lobby.But did you know that the coffee we

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Where’s Wallace – At the Top of Chicago

High Above Chicago

Mayor Daley has proclaimed January 27th the first ever Concierge Day in Chicago!And why not?The city’s conciergesoffer more than five million referrals each year to Chicago’s various cultural attractions, restaurants, nightspots and shopping suggestions.Chicago’s concierges love to share their passion for the city with all who visit.So it’s only appropriate to designate a day to

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Rivernorth, Chicago Hotel