May 28th, 2010
The Willis Tower, or what you may know as the Sears Tower, is Chicago’s tallest building and therefore a Chicago icon! Our Chicago popcorn company features the famous building on our own popcorn gift tins, and most Chicagoans know the Willis as an integral part of the city skyline. You might recognize the building from a movie– the main characters visit the Skydeck in Ferris Bueller’s Day Off– or a TV show– Monk, Late Night with Conan O’Brien and other TV shows have featured the tower. You should get to know it up close and personal when you’re in Chicago.
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May 27th, 2010
Not everyone who enjoys our Chicago Popcorn is a Cubs fan (some Chicagoans claim the South Side’s White Sox as their favorite ball club.) And though the Sox’s U.S. Cellular Field may not receive the same kind of coverage its North Side neighbor does, “The Cell,” as it is fondly referred to by South Siders, is a must-see for baseball fans visiting the Windy City.
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May 26th, 2010
Like many big cities, Chicago has a large share of tourist destinations like museums, monuments and landmarks. How do you choose which ones to visit when you’re in the city? Well, if you ask our gourmet popcorn company, the Shedd Aquarium is one of Chicago’s most interesting and iconic attractions– and a great place to start. The Shedd is the second biggest aquarium in the country, and it shouldn’t be missed if you live in or are visiting Chicago!
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May 24th, 2010
Of course, our Chicago popcorn company thinks that our city is a scenic one. From the shores of the Lake to the incredible architecture, there is plenty of pretty scenery throughout the city! And clearly, Hollywood feels the same way. Through the work of directors like John Hughes, Christopher Nolan and Alfred Hitchcock, the entire nation has become familiar with the gorgeous city of Chicago.
In fact, Chicago Magazine just took the time to rank what they consider the top 40 movies filmed in Chicago. From Public Enemies to Ordinary People, there is something for every Chicago movie fan, whether you love a hard-boiled detective flick or a sweet romantic comedy. We’ve pulled the ones we think illustrate our city best– see if you agree!
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May 20th, 2010
You can buy popcorn online from the comfort of your home, but some parts of Chicago–the Windy City performing arts scene for instance–needs to be experienced first-hand. Chicago’s theater community is renowned throughout the country and is one of the biggest attractions in the city. There are more than 200 theater companies and playhouses currently operating in the Chicago, and the sheer volume of Windy City performing art can feel a little intimating at times. Hopefully, this short list of some of our favorite theaters (both big and small) will help you next time you come in town for a visit.
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May 5th, 2010
Chicago’s place on the lake definitely makes the city memorable for tourists, and one of the top tourist attractions is undoubtedly Navy Pier. But this iconic Chicago location has a long history filled with many different uses– it wasn’t always the fun-filled attraction it is today! Our gourmet popcorn company loves to highlight Chicago’s icons, and today, we’ll explore the storied past of Chicago’s most recognizable public place.
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May 4th, 2010
Our gourmet popcorn company has become obsessed with all things iconic in Chicago– from our city’s most famous buildings to our favorite tourist stops. But somewhere in the mix we forgot one thing that makes Chicago a great place to live, especially around this time of year… The Lake! From lounging on the beach to joining a volleyball league, living on the “third coast” is great for the most active or leisure-loving citizens of the Chi.
Lake Michigan Fast Facts
Lake Michigan is…
- The only Great Lake located entirely within US borders.
- The second largest Great Lake by volume, and the third largest by surface area.
- The largest lake by surface area residing entirely within one country.
- The fifth largest lake in the world.
- Bordered by Illinois, Indiana, Michigan and Wisconsin.
- Almost 1000 feet deep at its deepest point.
- About the same size as the State of West Virginia.
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May 3rd, 2010
Featured on our very own popcorn gift tins, the John Hancock Tower is one of the most recognizable sites in Chicago. When you visit Chicago, you definitely want to see the city from the top of the Hancock! As one of the tallest buildings in the United States, and located right on Michigan Avenue, the views are incredible and seeing them is integral to the Chicago experience. Then back at home, when you see the skyline on your “NUTS ON CLARK” popcorn tin, you can always recall your stay here in Chitown.
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April 29th, 2010
We consider Chicago-style gourmet popcorn to be one of our city’s great treasures, but Chicago has a wealth of beautiful architecture, too. Frank Lloyd Wright is arguably the most recognizable name in architecture and design in the United States, and some of his most influential work was created while he lived in the city and suburbs of Chicago.
When visiting or living in Chicago, a tour of the great architect’s work is a great learning experience and will introduce you to various neighborhoods of the city. As we cover all the best attractions of our home city, the architecture of Frank Lloyd Wright can’t be overlooked!
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April 27th, 2010
Yes, we’ve talked about the Cubs 2010 season and how seeing Wrigley is one of the top 10 things to do in Chicago. But what does Wrigley Field really have to offer to tourists in Chicago, other than its close proximity to our flagship gourmet popcorn store?
Wrigley’s Sports History
Wrigley is of course known to baseball fans as the home of the Chicago Cubs since 1916. But fewer know that for most of its existence it was a multi-sport facility, acting as home to Chicago’s NFL franchise, the Bears, from the 1920s to the 1970s. It is the oldest ballpark in the National League and the second oldest in use in Major League baseball, behind only Fenway Park, home of the Red Sox in Boston.
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