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Come with my bff and I to the trendiest piercing studio in Chicago – Rowan! 

Here's your plan for a trendy piercing session at Rowan Piercing Studio in Chicago

Trendy Piercing Shop 👂

Visit Piercing by Rowan Studio in Chicago for top-notch ear piercings by licensed nurses, trendy hypoallergenic jewelry, and cool merch like tote bags and keychains.

Ear Piercing

✅ Before you go
• There are 3 locations: West Loop, Lincoln Park, and Tribune Tower

💪 Pro tips
• Save 20% on hypoallergenic jewelry when you mention The Nudge and book your piercing appointment here: https://heyrowan.com/pages/piercing#illinois
• They also have the cutest merchandise including tote bags, sweatshirts and even keychains to hold your earrings! 
• Be sure to follow them on instagram for new arrival updates and any questions: @heyrowan 

Piercing by Rowan Studio

Have you heard that the trendiest piercing shop has finally opened up on Michigan Ave? 

Rowan is an inclusive shop that specializes in all piercings in the ear.

My bestie and I were ecstatic as we picked out one

of their many studs which are all hypoallergenic and premium metals

The staff was phenomenal as they created such a fun atmosphere for both my BFF and I,

Rowan has only licensed nurses who are professionals when it comes to piercings,

infection prevention and easing our nerves.

What I loved most about Rowan is how they accommodate

Be sure to check out Rowan and send this plan to

a friend who's looking for a trendy piercing spot in Chicago.

Here's your plan for singing karaoke and enjoying $5 happy hour drinks at Brando's Speakeasy. Watch the video 👇

Happy hour deals, strong drinks, and a night of singing your heart out—Brando’s in the Loop is the perfect spot for karaoke lovers and anyone looking for a lively night downtown. 🎤🍸

Karaoke + Happy Hour 🎤🍻

Sing karaoke and enjoy $5 cocktails, wine, and flatbreads at Brando's Speakeasy—a lively Loop spot perfect for date night or after-work fun.

Karaoke & Happy Hour

✅ Before you go
• Make a reservation to snag a table here: https://brandoschicago.com/loop/about/

💪 Pro tips
• Happy Hour runs daily from 5-7pm! This is what’s included for $5: 
Caramelized onion flatbread 
Thai Peanut Flatbread
Old Fashioned
Espresso Martini
Moscow Mule
High Noon
Paloma
Modelo
Lagunitas IPA
House Wines

Happy Hour + Karaoke

I think I found my new favorite happy hour in the loop.

Come along on date night while my boyfriend and I went to Brando's Speakeasy.

then we went to the bar to grab their happy hour drinks.

It's every day of the week from 5:00 to 7 p.m. and they have $5 drinks.

My boyfriend got a beer and I got a Moscow mule.

we decided to explore the bar a little bit more.

there was this quieter area that was perfect for conversations,

and cheers to our new favorite happy hour deal.

Here's your plan for grabbing fresh açaí bowls and smoothies at Playa Bowls before a lake day. Watch the video 👇

Check out recently opened Playa Bowls in Lakeview East for a yummy bowl, smoothie, and more on your way to the lake!

Best Açaí Bowls for sunny days

Stop by Playa Bowls in East Lakeview for fresh, delicious açaí bowls and smoothies—perfect for grabbing on your way to a sunny lake day in Chicago.

Açaí Bowls & Smoothies

Mon - Fri: 7am - 9pm, Sat - Sun: 8am - 9pm

Quick info ℹ️ 🕑

Customize your bowl at Playa Bowls with açaí, pitaya, or mango bases and delicious toppings—perfect for a healthy treat in East Lakeview.

Açaí Bowls

✅ My Reccos
• Pura Vida Açaí bowl, Nutella Açaí bowl, Goji Pitaya Bowl, Power Açaí bowl

Browse by base 🥣
• Açaí: The acai berry is renown for its vast range of energy-boosting, cell-healing, immune-stimulating properties. This jewel is what got this whole party started!
• Pitaya: This vivid fruit is a tropical orb of phytonutrient-packed, metabolism-stimulating, digestive-aiding, body-detoxifying gold.
• Mango: Alphonso Mango is sourced from India. Vitamins A, C, K are present in Alphonso mangoes, as are minerals like Magnesium, Manganese, Phosphorus making them a very healthy fruit.
• Also included options are coconut, green, banana, and oatmeal. 

What do I order? 🍓🍍🍌🫐

Lakeview East just got the ultimate sunny day vibes.

and more are basically made for these last few warm days.

and they're perfect lake day fuel while the weather's still on our good side.

So grab Playa Bowls on your way to the lake

to relax and take advantage of these warmer days.

Here's your plan for celebrating Pink Flores Bakery & Cafe's grand opening with tasty drinks and community vibes. Watch the video 👇

Please join Pink Flores Bakery and Cafe for their grand opening 09/07 at 10AM! 

Grand Opening for Pink Flores 

Visit Pink Flores Bakery & Cafe in Pilsen for their grand opening. Arrive early due to limited parking; it's a block away from the Pink Line for convenient transit.

Public transit access

✅ Before you go
• limited parking make sure to get there by 10AM

💪 Pro tips
• a block a at from the pink line

Transportation

Pink Florist Cafe and Bakery is a Latina-owned cafe opening in the heart of Pilsen.

and them explaining how Andrea's dreams are coming true

and I can't wait to go back to try everything else.

The grand opening will be happening on September 7th at 10:00 a.m.

Here's your plan for drinks, live music, and dinner with amazing Chicago River views. Watch the video 👇

If you’re looking for the perfect mix of amazing food, cocktails, and unbeatable vibes on the river, River Roast is a must. The menu is packed with flavorful dishes that are perfect for sharing, and the drinks pair beautifully with the views. What stood out most for me was the ambiance, lively yet relaxed and a patio right on the Chicago River. It’s the kind of spot that makes any meal feel like a special occasion.

Dinner at River Roast 🍷✨

Enjoy dinner, cocktails, and riverside views at River Roast in Chicago. Perfect for happy hour, live music, or a night out with friends.

Dinner and Drinks

✅ Before you go
• Grab a reservation here! https://www.opentable.com/river-roast

💪 Pro tips
• Happy Hour runs Monday- Friday 4:00-6:00. I recommend getting the $9 featured cocktail! 🍹 
• Live music happens on Thursdays from 5:00-7:00pm! 🎤🎵
• They also do weekend brunch Saturdays and Sundays 11:00am- 3:00 pm! 🍳🥞🧇

Dinner and Drinks at River Roast 🍔🍴🍷

and views of the Chicago River is the perfect way to spend a Chicago night.

which is located right on the Chicago River,

headed downstairs where we first listened to live music,

and then headed out to our seats on the patio.

4 to 6 p.m. and we took advantage and got a glass of sangria for only $9.

I think our favorite was this pork belly,

I loved all the thoughtful details the restaurant put into their presentation,

I highly recommend what you see on the left here,

which are the golden goblets that were crisped to perfection.

Here's us cheering with our peach martinis,

which were probably our favorite of the whole evening.

We stuck around during and after sunset to

get these beautiful nighttime views of the city.

I highly recommend checking out River Roast either for