Windy City earning its reputation today. On a much more positive note, the sun was shining.
We headed out in the morning and walked down to the river along Michigan Avenue taking in all the sights on our way to our architectural boat tour.
The boat in the background is our ride for the tour. As the boat glides down the river, we are given the history and architectural significance of the many buildings that make up the skyline of the city. Some old, some brand new (one opened just weeks ago). I would highly recommend this tour to architectural buffs and people just along for the great views. The staff were energetic and knowledgeable which made it even better.
Following the tour we head onto Michigan Avenue again past the Chicago Tribune on our way to our lunch reservation.
Lunch today is at the famous Frontera Grill, Mexican cuisine done very well by well known Rick Bayless. We ate far too much, washed it down with too many Margaritas and left happy and ready for a siesta!
From here we walk further in the general direction of home and found a must stop at the most amazing Eataly. Seriously need one of these in Vancouver. In my opinion, this one is not as good as NYC but still so over the top with goodness.
From here a bit of retail therapy kept us busy until we arrive back at the hotel for a wee bit of r&r in preparation for our Alinea dinner tonight.
With our best duds on, we Uber over to the restaurant with anticipation high. Upon arrival we are escorted in to a long communal table that is illuminated and has beautiful baskets of flowers suspended over the table. Once all the guests arrive (16), the 'show' begins. We are presented with small bites to get us started and the servers bring watering cans out to 'water' the plants to welcome their spring menu. From that moment forward we are taken on a journey for three hours of wonder. The food - spectacular, the atmosphere whimsical and the staff were engaging and attentive and absolutely fun. I will write a full blog on the evenings 16 courses and our adventure but for now I will say the most fun I have had eating ever.
We didn't leave the restaurant until well after 1AM and were sad to leave even then. Thank you Alinea!
Until next time.