Fall 2015 Guide to Chicago

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The City of the Big Shoulders, as poet Carl Sandburg once famously dubbed Chicago, is flaunting some serious culture cred this fall with openings of boutique hotels, restaurants from celebrity chefs, and a major architectural event. Fans of fall foliage won’t want to miss a brand-new hiking trail, too, snug in the heart of the city. Never before has the Windy City been this prepped to be a style setter. Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming season in Chicago.
HOTEL OPENINGS AND RENOVATIONS



Fresh off a $15 million renovation Hotel Allegro is a Theater District property that has been restored to to its glam 1920s roots. Climb the staircase, marvel at the the spacious lobby, and sit for a drink at the new bar—even if you’re not staying here: the chandeliers, light fixtures, furnishings, and art (including the 10'x6’ Lady Lucent of Awakening by Chicagoan Sarah Raskey) completely channel the Jazz Age and Art Deco period.

Another new facelift is at the former Conrad Chicago, which recently became part of Starwood Hotels & Resorts’ Luxury Collection brand and transformed into The Gwen, A Luxury Collection Hotel. Tucked into the Mag Mile shopping district, the hotel was inspired by Gwen Lux, a pioneering Chicago-born sculptress whose work was influential in the early twentieth century. Accordingly, the design of The Gwen harkens back to the grandeur and glamour of Chicago in the 1930s.

Sporting Gothic and Art Deco touches, with a bit of old-school prep, the Chicago Athletic Association has become one of the buzziest hotels in town. Located across from Millennium Park, the hotel was originally a private member’s club dating back to the 1890s, and it was reborn in its current incarnation in May thanks to Commune Hotels & Resorts. Chicago’s second Shake Shack is in the hotel, as is Cindy’s, a rooftop eatery overlooking the park. The celebrated firm Roman and Williams was tapped to do the rooms, complete with marble baths and custom bed frames.
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Virgin Hotels’—yes, from Sir Richard Branson’s Virgin empire—first and only property opened in the Loop back in April. Behind its gold doors are five eateries: among them, Miss Ricky’s, a retro diner dishing up late-night bites like Sriracha chicken waffles; and the Commons Club, perfect for day drinking. Design candy in each of the rooms includes a sliding-door concept dividing the sleeping and dressing areas, a vanity, and guests get access to the hotel’s Lucy app. There’s also a spa with a hammam as well as a 26th-floor rooftop bar.
RESTAURANT & BAR OPENINGS



Of the crop of celeb chefs descending upon Chicago this fall, Danny Meyer is among the newest to step foot in the city, on the heels of his first Shake Shack, which opened last year. His latest project,GreenRiver opens in Streeterville this month. A veritable lesson in cocktails and Chicago history, the drinks list, built by a mixologist formerly of The Aviary, is organized by raw materials and includes concoctions named after Irish-American notables 1871 and 1930. Acadia alum Aaron Lirette is at the helm in the kitchen, so expect great things from the food menus as well.

Critical darling Grant Achatz will open Roister any day now, too, in Fulton Market next to the Aviary and Next. While details have been mostly under wraps, some info has leaked, including that it will be nothing like Achatz's other restaurants, and an open flame will fuel some of the dishes. Other chefs with Chicago roots debuting new eateries this fall are Top Chef winner Stephanie Izard, with her Chinese-inspired, 100-seat concept Duck, Duck, Goat joining her wildly popular Girl & the Goatand Little Goat; and Rick Bayless, continuing his crusade to educate on food throughout Mexico with a West Loop concept (Cruz Blanca Cerveceria) that includes a microbrewery.

Speaking of Bayless, one of his protégés, Anselmo Ramirez, has set up shop in off-the-beaten-path Albany Park, on the city's northwest side, at Ixcateco Grill. Recipes on the short—but deeply imaginative—menu stem from his family’s kitchen, in Guerrero, Mexico. Food Network devotees, take note: “Sandwich King” Jeff Mauro plans to slap together some pretty amazing ‘wiches at his first restaurant. Pork & Mindy’s is set to open in Bucktown later this year with many meat-heavy options shoved between slices of bread.
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In October, Boka Restaurant Group—which includes Izard’s Girl & the Goat—will introduce Swift & Sons, a steakhouse in the Fulton Market District. Tucked into a former cold-storage facility with lots of concrete and raw materials woven into the décor, only responsibly raised meats are on the menu, and the name links back to the neighborhood’s roots as a meatpacking district, with Gustavus Franklin Swift being one of the pioneers.

Like Eataly? Richard Sandoval’s Latin version, Latinicity, will be about half the size of the Italian-foods emporium (that’s still pretty big) and feature twelve food stalls, a restaurant, and a bar. It opens in October inside Block 37, a shop-and-dine center in the Loop.

Long Weekend in Adelaide and the Barossa Valley

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Once overshadowed by Australia’s flashier eastern metropolises, like Sydney and Melbourne,Adelaide is ready for its close-up. The laid-back capital city of South Australia enchants with its vibrant culinary scene, world-class arts festivals, ample parkland, buzzing nightlife, perfectly gridded and pedestrian friendly downtown, and accessible escapes to some of the country’s most celebrated wine valleys. It is, in short, an opportune place to spend a relaxing but event-filled long weekend.
DAY 1: ADELAIDE



Spend the morning learning about the rich history of South Australia at the complex of museums along the northern edge of Adelaide's city center. The South Australian Museum holds an impressive collection of artifacts from Australia's Aboriginal people, including boomerangs, paintings, and bark canoes. The nearby Migration Museum, which tells the knotty history of immigration to Australia, is a good complement to these galleries. Afterward, marvel at paintings and sculptures from some of the country's most renowned artists at the Art Gallery of South Australia.


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A few hours of museum-going can build up an appetite, so the next stop should be Adelaide's famedCentral Market (closed Sunday and Monday; hours vary on other days). Established in 1870, this landmark site is one of the largest food markets in the southern hemisphere. Wander through stalls teeming with regional fruits and vegetables, freshly caught seafood, kangaroo meat, local cheeses, and gooey pastries. For lunch, you can either nosh on grub from the vendors here, or cross the street to Paul's Seafood on Gouger. This Adelaide institution has been serving scrumptious King George whiting—a flavorful white fish that is popular in South Australia—for more than six decades.



Set aside a few hours in the afternoon for shopping excursions through Adelaide's trendy boutiques. Not to be missed is Rundle Mall, a pedestrian-only shopping street lined with major international brands and local designers. If you need a sugar-fix, make a beeline for Haigh's Chocolates at the intersection of Rundle Mall and King William Street. This century-old, family-owned confectionary shop whips up tasty chocolates with unique flavors like wattleseed crunch and lemon myrtle cream.
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As one of Australia's emerging culinary hotspots, Adelaide has seemingly endless outstanding options for dinner. A solid choice is Street ADL. This casual eatery has an energetic vibe, an extensive wine and cocktail list, and a menu that might include such creative dishes as salt-and-pepper kangaroo tail and crocodile hot dogs.
DAY 2: THE ADELAIDE HILLS



Mere miles outside the city center are the Adelaide Hills, a pastoral region of rolling green countryside, idyllic towns, and scenic vineyards. Here, you can take bushwalks through lush forests, browse through quaint country stores, and, if you're lucky, spot a koala in the wild. Note that since the sights in this area are spread out, it's best either to rent a car or hire a tour guide from Adelaide.



Start the day at Cleland Wildlife Park, roughly fifteen miles southeast of Adelaide. Here, kangaroos and emus roam free in certain areas, while spacious enclosures house iconic native species like wombats, echidnas, Tasmanian devils, bandicoots, and dingoes. But the true highlight of any trip to Cleland is the opportunity to hold a koala—one of the few places in Australia that affords this experience.

After you've had your animal fix, drive to the nearby Waterfall Gully parking lot, where you can embark on a moderately challenging 2.3-mile hike up to Mt. Lofty. The trail winds past gushing waterfalls and striking gorges on its way to the summit of the most prominent peak in the Adelaide Hills. At roughly 2,300 feet above sea level, the summit offers stunning views of Adelaide and the Southern Ocean.

Be aware that the trails to the summit are steep. If you'd prefer to skip them, it's an easy drive from Cleland to the top of Mt. Lofty. Keep your eyes peeled along the way for wild koalas in the high branches of the eucalyptus trees. At the top, you can grab coffee and lunch at The Summit, a café with floor-to-ceiling windows that overlook the valley.



Dedicate the afternoon to exploring the charming town of Hahndorf, roughly fifteen miles east of Mt. Lofty. The oldest surviving German settlement in Australia, Hahndorf still retains much of its Teutonic heritage, both in its architecture and its food. Along the town's Main Street, you can sample regional cheeses and beer, taste local vintages at winery cellar doors, and shop for such gifts as cuckoo clocks and wool sweaters.