🫘 Week 67: Spilled Beans!
Our event is on Thursday and we cannot wait!
Good morning, Cool Beans!
Is patio season finally here? Don’t say it too loud… we don’t want to jinx it. We’ve officially started romanticizing life again — long walks on the The 606, choosing to walk to the gym instead of driving, and soaking up every bit of sunlight like it might disappear tomorrow (because… it might). So this week, we have a little challenge for you: do at least one thing outdoors. Sit in the sun, go for a walk, grab a coffee and wander with no destination. Chicago is finally giving us a taste of spring — let’s not waste it before the grey sneaks back in.
Find Simona’s coolest picks for Chicago, this week:
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🤤 If you are craving something new: If you’ve been craving a cozy, no-frills Italian spot that actually delivers, Pizz’Amici is one of those places to have on your radar. The atmosphere feels very cozy and curated — the kind of place where you immediately settle in and don’t feel rushed. We tried the caponata with focaccia and it was good, full of flavor and a great start to the meal. The pizza, however, leaned a bit too spicy for our taste, so just something to keep in mind depending on what you order — but overall, still a solid spot for a relaxed night out.
🕺🏻 If your feet can’t stop (won’t stop) moving like Michael Jackson: Toy Tonics is bringing the energy to Chicago with Chicago Jam on April 18th. Hosted at Serum, with a lineup with Kapote, Sam Ruffillo, Tommaso, and Mayya. Expect a mix of house, disco, and underground sounds — the kind of night where you show up “just for a bit” and somehow end up dancing until close. Tickets here!
🎤 If live music is your vibe: If your idea of a perfect night involves live music and a laid-back crowd, catching Tobacco City live in Chicago is the perfect choice. They’re performing at Lincoln Hall on April 16th. Their concerts tend to feel intimate and unpretentious — the kind of night where you grab a drink, sway along, and end up staying longer than planned just because the vibe is that good. Click here for tickets!
🛋️ If the couch (or the armchair) is calling your name: Until April 26th at the CIBC Theatre you have the chance to go see Hamilton. This musical has made a real mark, telling the story of America's beginnings with hip-hop, R&B, and classic theater songs. Alexander Hamilton’s journey unfolds with sharp writing, energy, and unforgettable performances that bring a nation’s early struggles to the stage. Click here for more tickets!
🎭 If you feel artsy: Close to the Ground by Marina Kuchinski is now on view at the Lee E. Dulgar Gallery. The exhibition brings together mixed media sculpture, ceramics, and installations that explore the blurred boundaries between humans and animals, touching on themes of transformation, vulnerability, and our connection to the natural world.
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This Thursday we have our April event! 🚀
We’re beyond excited to be hosting it at TXA TXA Club, which is one the most bookmarked place in Chicago! We will have an exclusive menu for out community, you cannot miss it! ❤️🔥 RSVP here and block your calendar for April 16th at 6pm!
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