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Hit the streets of the Windy City with Country Home’s own tour guide, graphic designer Mary-Beth Majewski. Having grown up in Chicago, she directs us to the hot neighborhoods of Andersonville, Bucktown, and Lincoln Park for quirky shops, fun finds, classic style, and some tasty eats.
White Attic
Mary-Beth loves this tiny store packed with refurbished dressers, chests, cabinets, and desks—each hand-painted in pastels and cool white. “The detail work on the furniture is unbelievable,” she says. Also find candles, ceramics, and comfy throws.
5408 N. Clark St., 773/907-9800
Scout
A shop with such a wide array of antique goodies, you won’t know where to start! Luckily, owner and pro “scouter” Larry Vodak will show you around and delight you with tales about each enticing find.
5221 N. Clark St., 773/275-5700;
www.scoutchicago.com
M. Henry Chow For Now
Indulge in the best brunch in town at this earthy eatery. With vegan options as well as some meatier choices, there’s something to please everyone’s palate. For an extra-delectable treat, try the breakfast bread pudding, made only on weekends.
5707 N. Clark St., 773/561-1600
The Painted Lady
The epitome of “shabby chic,” this shop gives discarded furniture a new life by refurbishing and repainting pieces by hand. Delicate dinnerware, glassware, lighting, and vintage linens also fill the stylish store.
2128 N. Damen Ave., 773/489-914
Larkspur
Bountiful bouquets done right! Brimming with fragrant blooms, this floral shop creates the perfect arrangements for special occasions as well as the walk-in customer.
2123 N. Damen Ave., 773/489-2898;
www.larkspurchicago.com
The T-shirt Deli
If you’re hankering for a made-to-order tee, this is the place. Choose from a rainbow of colors and an array of fonts, then design your personalized message. You get your freshly made shirt sandwich-wrapped for authentic deli style.
1739 N. Damen Ave., 773/276-6266;
www.tshirtdeli.com
C’est Moi
Step into this European-style shop and you’ll immediately want to nestle into their luxe pillows and colorful linens. French-inspired home décor and gift selections line the walls, making it a heavenly stop for the home lover.
2129 N. Damen Ave., 773/269-2116;
www.cestmoi.us
And here are even more neighborhood shops and restaurants Mary-Beth likes to visit in Chicago:
Bucktown Area
Verde Design Studio Ltd.,
Reclaimed, sustainable furniture, custom upholstery designs.
2100 W. Armitage Ave
773/486-7750.
Pavillion,
2055 N. Daman Ave.; 773/645-0924; www.pavilionantiques.com
Bleeker Street Antiques,
1946 N. Leavitt St.; 773/862-3185
Hot Chocolate,
Great desserts!!
1747 N. Damen Ave. ; 773/489-1747; www.hotchocolatechicago.com
Milk and Honey Café,
Organic lunch/brunch, fabulous sandwiches.
1920 W. Division St.; 773/395-9434; www.milkandhoneycafe.com
Uptown
American Barn,
Order custom flooring and furniture pieces made from salvaged barn wood.
3808 N. Clark St.; 773/327-1560; www.americanbarncompany.com
Galway Arms,
Cozy chic new-generation Irish pub/restaurant, no TV, fireplace with upholstered chairs in the back/upscale neighborhood crowd.
2442 N. Clark St. ; 773/472-5555; www.galwayarms.com
Forest Park/Oak Park area
Forest Park Emporium,
7345 W. Madison St., Forest Park; 708/488-1618
Todd & Holland Tea Merchants,
For tea lovers.
7311 W. Madison St. , Forest Park ; 800/747-8327;
www.todd-holland.com
Frank Lloyd Wright Home & Studio,
951 Chicago St., Oak Park; 708/848-1976; www.wrightplus.org
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