The 50 Most Powerful People in Chicago

By David Bernstein, Elly Fishman, Esther Kang, Penny Pollack, Matt Pollock, Carrie Schedler, Bryan Smith, and James Ylisela Jr.

Things have shaken up like never before in our annual list of the most influential Chicagoans. Starting at the top. Read more

This year’s 20 hottest spots include three brewpubs, a wine bar, a piano lounge, and even a tiki room. Read more

A truly classic wedding could run you $50,000 or more, easy. Read more

By Rachel Bertsche, Carrie Frillman, Melissa Maleske, Lauren Williamson, and Claire Zulkey

Create your perfect day with 35 handpicked places to shop and celebrate in and around the city. Read more

To keep costs down significantly, you’ll have to be more inventive than simply holding your nuptials on a Friday instead of a Saturday. Read more

You’re going to want to start with a good wedding planner. Read more

No one’s going to expect a poofy dress or staid ceremony, so kick back and have fun. Read more

By Carly Boers and Carrie Schedler

Chicago is in a golden age of bread making. Here is your ultimate guide to all its rising stars. Read more

Chicago magazine’s biennial list of outstanding metro-area doctors. Read more

By Nina Kokotas Hahn

Try these eight active pursuits in Instagram-worthy settings—all within a one-tank drive of Chicago. Read more

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