From the archives: December 27, 2006
From hot chocolate and cozy fireplaces to skiing or ice-skating, discover Chicago's top 10 things to do before the spring thaw.
On this page:The Top 10, More Winter Favorites.
The Top 10
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Galway Arms
Read Reviews2442 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614 (map)
When snow wages terror on Chicago streets, there's no better place to be than inside this pub by the fire.
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Mccormick Tribune Ice Ring Inc
Read Reviews55 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60602 (map)
Free admission, cheap skate rental and a grand view of Michigan Avenue make this a fantastic date spot.
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Medici
Read Reviews1327 E 57th St, Chicago, IL 60637 (map)
Craving hot chocolate? From a cinnamon-y Mexican version to creamy cocoa with whipped cream, this is a favorite sipping spot.
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Soupbox/Icebox
Read Reviews2943 N Broadway St, Chicago, IL 60657 (map)
There's nothing like a steaming bread bowl full of hot soup on a freezing winter day. Free tastes, too.
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Villa Olivia Ski Area
Read ReviewsRoute 20 and Naperville Rd, Bartlett, IL 60103 (map)
The best downhill skiing in the Chicago suburbs. Worth bragging about?
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Walker Bros Orig Pancake House
Read Reviews153 Green Bay Rd, Wilmette, IL 60091 (map)
No matter the weather, a line spills out the door at this Wilmette spot known for its warm baked apple pancakes.
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Palm Court at the Drake Hotel
Write a review140 E Walton Pl, Chicago, IL 60611 (map)
Grab the girls for afternoon tea and finger sandwiches at this posh Mag Mile hotel restaurant.
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O M On The Range Yoga Studio
Read Reviews3759 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60613 (map)
You won't know it's 20 degrees outside inside this Ravenswood studio that specializes in hot Bikram yoga.
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Green Mill
Read Reviews4802 N Broadway St, Chicago, IL 60640 (map)
Cold nights call for cool jazz in one of the snug booths at this Uptown institution.
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Ruby Room
Read Reviews1743 W Division St # 45, Chicago, IL 60622 (map)
Get your chakras cleansed through crystal readings, do yoga and beautify with an arcona facial at this offbeat spa.
More Winter Favorites
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Fireplace Inn
Read Reviews1448 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60610 (map)
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Cork & Kerry
Read Reviews10614 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60643 (map)








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