Thank you so much for the beautiful oak serving board! We can’t wait to use it during the many dinner parties you’ll be invited to this winter. Looking forward to celebrating with you at our wedding!

For a kitchen gift you received before your wedding

How did you know we were dreaming of those crystal champagne flutes?! They’re by far the most beautiful glasses in our home and we’ve never felt fancier. You’ll have to come over soon so we can toast to you! So excited to see you in June.

For drinkware you received before your wedding

We had a blast dancing the night away with you at our wedding. We also can’t thank you enough for the espresso maker. Our mornings have never been brighter! We can’t wait to see you in Austin next month… all caffeinated up!

For a coffee gift you received after your wedding

Where have you been hiding those killer dance moves? Thank you so much for rocking out at our wedding. And we absolutely love our new cast iron skillet and cookbook! We’re already cooking up a storm. Hope to see you soon in New York!

For cookware you received after your wedding

Thank you so much for the beer-brewing kit! We hope to be sipping backyard IPAs with you in no time. We missed you at the wedding, but know you were there in spirit. Can’t wait to see you when we’re back from our honeymoon!

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Holly & Chris

We are happy you will be in Chicago to celebrate with us.  As you probably know, we love our food, drinks and sports so if you need recommendations for anything let us know!

Things To Do

The Art Institute of Chicago

Enjoy a visually stunning exhibit of Van Gogh works set to music.

Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit Chicago

There are plenty of activities on the Chicago River to enjoy -- take an architecture cruise, rent a kayak or electric boat or just walk along the River.

Chicago Riverwalk

Travel south to Pilsen to enjoy one of our favorite restaurants in the city.

S.K.Y.

Travel up to Uptown to enjoy one of our favorite BBQ restaurants.  Be sure to order the duck special.

Sun Wah BBQ

For a pizza night out, we usually go to Coalfire.

Coalfire

If you are looking for a drink and a pastry, have a look here.  If nothing suits, there are plenty of options along Randolph at Time Out Cafe, Beatrix or elsewhere.

Good Ambler

Beatrix is our frequent breakfast/brunch place.  Chris loves the lemon pancakes and Holly usually has the chicken enchiladas.  This location is located in the Aloft hotel, but there are several other locations around the city.

Beatrix

Yolk is another breakfast/lunch place we frequent, but this one is for days when we are ready to EAT.  Prepare to get huge portions and large soda glasses with that great ice the internet won't stop talking about.

Yolk - Marina City

Chris loves his donuts and this place, along with Stan's Donuts and Doughnut Vault, are often on our list.  Each place has several locations so check the website to find the closest location to your hotel.

Do-Rite Donuts & Chicken

You must get here early, when it opens, to likely get in, but one of the places in Chicago where Chris gets the frequent customer discount.  He loves the omelets.

Au Cheval

Chris makes many trips here to find classic and new music.

Reckless Records

A bookstore in our neighborhood which supports literacy work in Chicago.  Take a visit!

Open Books

Holly has loved visiting the Field Museum since she was a kid -- including a visit to SUE (the dinosaur) and the Egyptian mummies.

Field Museum

Re-live Chris's law school days by eating some Korean fried chicken covered in Seoul Sassy sauce.

Crisp

A local favorite known for its creative flavors.  There are a few locations around the city, but this is the one in our neighborhood.