Chicago Vacations Today is Looking for Contributors
by Leo
Filed under General Chicago
Are you a writer interested in Chicago city travel, nightlife, restaurants or things to do in Chicago, or a blogger with a interest in Chicago travel? Then I believe your search for writing job ends here.
I am looking for experienced bloggers for ChicagoVacationsToday.com for regular contribution.
Articles should be only about Chicago city travel and recreation including nightlife, restaurants, events and fun things to do in Chicago. These articles should be useful to Chicago locals and visitors planning a trip to Chicago city.
Length of Article: Between 400 and 500 words.
Candidates should have following:
- You must be passionate about Chicago.
- You must have good knowledge about Chicago city and/or interest in Chicago tourism.
- You must have ability to write articles with a good command and understanding of the English grammar.
- You must be able to write original, informative content with proper research on selected topic.
- You must be able to source your own images. You are free to use Flickr with proper copyright guideline. Guideline about images, size, copyright text etc, will be provided once we assign work.
- You must have basic knowledge of HTML
- You must be proficient in WordPress.
How to Apply:
- Tell us why you would like to write for ChicagoVacationsToday
- Send us links to your at least two writing samples.
- Send us links to two stories you think would suit ChicagoVacationsToday
- If you have your own blog, then please send a link.
Payment Detail:
Payment is $10 per post. Amount is subjected to increase once we start making profit.
Payment will be issued via PayPal on monthly basis.
Please email me at blogger@chicagovacationstoday.com
DO NOT use comments section to apply. Make sure to use email: blogger@chicagovacationstoday.com
Writers will be selected after reviewing their writing skills and other eligibility criteria.
Thanks
Wishbone
by Leo
Filed under Cajun, Restaurants
Cuisine Type: Cajun, creole, southern
Address: 1001 Washington St, Chicago, IL 60640
Phone: 312.850.2663
Web Site: www.wishbonechicago.com
Hours of Operation: Lunch: Monday to Friday 11am to 3pm
Dinner: Tuesday to Thursday 5pm to 9pm
Friday and Saturday 5pm to 10pm
Brunch: Saturday and Sunday 8am to 3pm
Reservations: Reservations suggested. Reservations not allowed for weekend brunch.
Payment Methods: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Best Known For – Hoppin’ John, Smoked beef brisket
Cost / Price – $8 to $15
Wishbone Restaurant Review:
Situated at a distance of one block from Oprah Winfrey’s studio and a couple of minutes from downtown City Hall and United Center, Wishbone restaurant is truly a hub for all kinds of people.
Vermilion Restaurant
by Leo
Filed under Indian, Latin American, Restaurants
Cuisine Type: Indian, Latin American
Address: 10 W. Hubbard St, Chicago, IL 60610
Phone: 312.527.4060
Web Site: http://www.thevermilionrestaurant.com/
Hours of Operation: Lunch Monday to Friday 11.30am to 2.30pm
Dinner: Sunday to Thursday 5pm to 10pm
Friday and Saturday 5pm to 11pm
Reservations: Reservations suggested
Payment Methods: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Best Known For – Mysore lamb chops, , artichoke pakoras served with an eggplant chili coconut sauce
Cost / Price – $18 to $33
Vermilion Restaurant Review:
Minimalist and fashionably sparse design, subdued lighting and modern furnishings combine to create an upbeat and vibrant yet a very sophisticated and a classy look. Vermilion Restaurant offers a delicious Continue Reading…
Twin Anchors
by Leo
Filed under American, Restaurants
Cuisine Type: American
Address: 1655 N. Sedgwick, 60614
Phone: 312.266.1616
Web Site: www.twinanchorsribs.com
Hours of Operation: Monday to Thursday 5pm to 11pm Fridays 5pm to 12am; Saturday noon to 12 am; Sunday noon to 10.30pm
Reservations: Reservations not accepted
Payment Methods: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Discover
Best Known For – Twin Anchors® Baby Back Ribs, giant grilled shrimp with garlic butter or cocktail sauce
Cost / Price – $11 to $24
Located in the historic Old Building, Twin Anchors restaurant has become an institution ever since it was founded in 1932. Housed in a building that dates back to 1881, Twin Anchors restaurant boasts quite an Continue Reading…
Tru Restaurant
by Leo
Filed under American, Restaurants
Cuisine Type: American
Address: 676 N. St. Clair St, Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: 312.202.0001
Web Site: http://www.trurestaurant.com
Hours of Operation: Monday to Thursday 6pm to 11pm
Friday 6pm to 11pm and Saturday 5pm to 11pm
Reservations: Reservations suggested
Payment Methods: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Best Known For – prime beef tartare with parmesan, spiced cervena venison
Cost / Price – $95 to $145
Tru Restaurant Chicago Review:
The first thing as you step into Tru restaurant you notice the sophisticated style and elegance where artistic expression merges with culinary excellence to offer a truly memorable experience. Impeccable service, Continue Reading…
Trattoria No. 10
by Leo
Filed under Italian, Restaurants
Cuisine Type: Italian
Address: 10 N. Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60602
Phone: 312.984.1718
Web Site: http://www.trattoriaten.com/
Hours of Operation: Lunch: Monday to Friday 11.30am to 2pm
Dinner: Monday to Thursday 5.30pm to 9pm
Friday and Saturday 5.30pm to 10pm
Reservations: Reservations suggested
Payment Methods: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Discover
Best Known For – Garganelli pasta with steak, Hawaiian big eye tuna
Cost / Price – $16 to $34
Trattoria No. 10 Restaurant Chicago Review:
Elegant and classy, Trattoria No. 10 restaurant has been a local favorite since it is known for serving authentic Italian delights in an unpretentious manner. An eye-catching décor adds to the cheerful and Continue Reading…
The Italian Village
by Leo
Filed under Italian, Restaurants
Cuisine Type: Italian
Address: 71 W. Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60603
Phone: 312.332.7005
Web Site: http://www.italianvillage-chicago.com/
Hours of Operation: Monday to Thursday 11am to midnight
Friday and Saturday 11am to 1am
Sunday noon to midnight
Reservations: Reservations suggested
Payment Methods: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Best Known For – chicken marsala, Veal cutlet parmigiana
Cost / Price – $13 to $24
The Italian Village Restaurant Chicago Review:
This traditional Italian restaurant serving authentic delicacies is truly a landmark in Chicago. Designed to look like a replica of a small Italian town, The Italian Village restaurant in Chicago offers a warm and a cozy Continue Reading…
The Gage Restaurant
by Leo
Filed under American, Irish, Restaurants
Cuisine Type: Irish, American
Address: 24 S. Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603
Phone: 312.372.4243
Web Site: www.thegagechicago.com
Hours of Operation: Sunday 10 am to 10pm; Monday 11am to 10pm; Tuesday to Friday 11am to 2am; Saturday 10am to 12am
Reservations: Reservations suggested
Payment Methods: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Best Known For – peppered angus hanger steak, ‘The Gage’ USDA prime burger
Cost / Price – $20 to $38
The Gage Chicago Restaurant Review:
This popular restaurant is Chicago’s first downtown gastropub, which offers an irresistible combination of drinks and food. The range of food specialties is extremely diverse and offers something for all kinds of tastes and palates.
The Berghoff
by Leo
Filed under American, German, Restaurants
Cuisine Type: German, American
Address: 17 W. Adams St, Chicago, IL 60606
Phone: 312.427.3170
Web Site: http://www.theberghoff.com/default.aspx
Hours of Operation: Lunch: Monday to Friday 11am to 4pm
Saturday 11.30am to 4pm
Dinner: Monday to Saturday 4.pm to 9pm
Reservations: Reservations suggested
Payment Methods: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Best Known For – wiener schnitzel, Jagerschnitzel
Cost / Price – $11 to $20
The Berghoff Chicago Restaurant Review:
The Berghoff restaurant is definitely one of Chicago’s most notable landmarks, since the restaurant is housed in one of the original buildings that was constructed in the Loop after the Great Chicago Fire. Continue Reading…
Tavern at the Park Chicago Restaurant
by Leo
Filed under American, Restaurants
Cuisine Type: American
Address: 130 E. Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601
Phone: 312.552.0070
Web Site: www.tavernatthepark.com
Hours of Operation: Monday to Thursday 11am to 10pm
Friday 11am to 10.30pm
Saturday from 12pm to 10.30pm
Sundays closed
Reservations: Reservations suggested
Payment Methods: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Best Known For – chopped steak cheeseburger, chicken pot pie
Cost / Price – $12 to $31
Taveran at the Park Chicago Restaurant Review:
Tavern at the Park refered as being an eatery at the Millenium Park, however the restaurant located across the park in downtown Chicago. At Tavern at the Park Chicago Continue Reading…

