Blow by Blow 67 Oak Street blow-by-blow.com There are few more luxurious indulgences than getting a blowout. And this new salon makes it affordable: a shampoo, blowout and style cost $35. Stylists are also available to perform fancier coifs and updos, and the well-priced basic ... More

Barre Bee Fit 435 North LaSalle Street barrebefit.com Barre Bee Fit's Ariana Chernin and Jillian Lorenz first bonded over a shared passion for fitness. Now they've got their own army of fans thanks to their signature class— a 60-minute sweat fest that earned them a ... More

Alinea 1723 North Halsted Streetalinearestaurant.com Founded by Chef Grant Achatz and Nick Kokonas in 2005, Alinea features a seasonal tasting menu that offers between 18 and 22 courses. Be sure to make a reservation for this Michelin three-star restaurant—the tables fill up quickly! Ampersand ... More

CH Distillery 564 West Randolph Street chdistillery.com It was only a matter of time before the city's first grain-to-bottle spirits distillery opened its doors to patrons watching to get a glimpse of the distilling process—and sample the end product. Enjoy a range of made-on-site spirits ... More