Comments on: Chicago Trip

By: Cynthia

Cynthia — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 07:27:50 +0000

Ben, it’s been a few years since I’ve been to Chicago and your pics brings back so many good memories and makes me miss the city all over again. I used to enjoy the Taste of Chicago too. Glad that you and Jon went and had a great time.

By: The Duo Dishes

The Duo Dishes — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 00:44:16 +0000

Yay Chitown! We love that city. So much fun.

By: joan nova

joan nova — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 01:43:41 +0000

Great travelogue, Ben. Your photography really shines, especially on the skylines!

By: Crystal

Crystal — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 20:53:43 +0000

I love your pictures I live in Illinois, about 45 minutes away from Chicago and haven’t yet discovered it enough. LOL

By: Adam

Adam — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 13:05:58 +0000

Wow, beautiful trip dude. I am really impressed with the Chicago architecture, and that shot of the waterline is amazing. You had me confused it was some ocean scene down south or west That would be really cool if you moved there, you def seem to fit into the wild city sights and sounds. I’m glad you guys had a blast. And I love the diverse food they’re rocking.

By: Capricornio

Capricornio — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 03:22:29 +0000

Espectaculares imágenes amigo…cuanto las he disfrutado. La vivencia en la comunidad hispana y cada monumento, por supuesto que las comidas no se quedaron atrás. Permiteme dejarte un saludo afectuoso y seguir esperando por la tu web en español!

By: Teresa

Teresa — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 19:58:19 +0000

What a wonderful trip mijo. Is it my imagination or does Chicago have a large Hispanic community? How cool is it to find a statue of Benito Juarez right there for you to photograph? All your photos were expertly taken. Beautiful shots. And by the way, you are such a good looking young man. So, you’re thinking of moving to the windy city, huh? Isn’t Chicago one of the worst hit cities with the economic crisis? Make sure before you make the move. But I must say, the scenery is great. Or maybe you just take fantastic pictures? :p

By: Natashya

Natashya — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 16:46:20 +0000

What a wonderful trip you guys had. Great photos too. Pride day is very big here in Toronto too, but it has been a few years since I have made it down for the parade. (I guess I am getting too old for the crowds!)
Looks like you had a great time and wonderful food, thanks for sharing with us!

By: Erika Nelson

Erika Nelson — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 15:08:10 +0000

Nice pictures. I lived in a suburb of Chicago (I am about 8 blocks away from Chicago) and I had yet to go to the Millennium Park. I have to make an effort to go in the near future. As for restaurants, I would recommend trying these: Frontera Grill (owner Rick Bayless) really excellent Mexican food, very busy though. For a more Mexican style in a Mexican community try Nuevo Leon on 18th St (Pilsen Neighborhood), Fogo de Chao (Brazilian Food) on River North, Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba (Spanish Food) on Lincoln Park or for the food and a more vibrant crowd try Cafe Iberico on River North. Kiku Japanese Steakhouse on Naperville.
There are plenty more, but I figure those would give you a taste of the variety that you can find in Chicago and its neighbors.

By: Leela@SheSimmers

Leela@SheSimmers — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 14:32:19 +0000

Looks like you guys had a great time. Great pictures, by the way.
After living in Chicago for a while, sometime I forget what a magnificent city it is and it takes a post like this to remind me how lucky I am.