Since we know that Chicagoans take their beer seriously and, well, why the hell not argue about it a little more, All About Beer has released an article about the 150 best places to drink a beer. A half-dozen or so Chicago joints show up on the rundown and since it sparked a bit of argument around the Chicagoist offices, we thought we'd open the floor to the Peanut Gallery and get your take as well. more ›

Fresh off successive (and meaningless) shutout defeats to Paris Saint-Germain (0-1) and Legia Warsaw (0-3) in the Sister Cities International Cup last week, Chicago Fire players are holding a fundraising event at Piece today from 5 p.m. -7p.m. more ›

Isn't that a thing of beauty? The only thing more beautiful than a growler is one full of beer. more ›

Fish on Fridays and denouncement of vices may be just for Catholics in the upcoming Lenten season, but luckily the preemptive celebration of Mardi Gras seems to span all religious sects. And this Tuesday’s celebration is set to pack an extra punch considering it’s not just Fat, it’s Super. If your presidential pick is pulling up the rear and you need a place to drown your sorrows, check out our choices for the best Mardi Gras bashes in town. more ›