Michael Laungani - Sports & Recreation Contributor

Being the exteme sports junkie that I am, I had to recommend this extravaganza for my event pick this week!  All the best ski and snowboard brands, all the ... read more >>

As the grand finale to this week's Chicago Fashion Focus, the City of Chicago has teamed up with Gen Art to present Gen Art's annual Fresh Faces in Fashion ... read more >>

In case there is any doubt, don't let the color pink confuse you. This event will definitely appeal to both girls and guys! Bright Pink is renowned for holding ... read more >>

They're not the Fantastic Four superheros, but in Chicago's drink world, their concoctions may make you think you have superpowers! It is the Final Four of Metromix's ... read more >>

Gen Art presents the e-boutique launch of Shorty Clothing, with a virtual runway fashion show featuring Shorty's 2009 Fall/Holiday collection and virtual ... read more >>

Every now and then I come across a restaurant I think hits it out of the park serving quality food with unique ingredients and providing a superb ambiance with ... read more >>

There are only a few open to the public events a year that I consider to be a MUST GO, and this is one of them. Six years running, this Garden of Eden fashion show ... read more >>

As an avid v-ball player and fan, I'm making this one of my first Sports and Rec picks on TheChiGuide. The Association of Volleyball Professionals (AVP) presents ... read more >>

Did your spring break days in Mexico change your perspective on tequila forever? Wish you didn't fear it as much as you did?  Well this Thursday, you ... read more >>

Not to be confused with the Hotel Coral Essex (of Revenge of the Nerds fame), The Cedar Hotel is not a hotel at all, though the sign and the building above ... read more >>