Michael

Restaurateur; 46; married to Helen (co-owner of uncommon ground); Chicago resident for 25 years

What neighborhood do you live in?
St. Ben’s- It’s a very nice, quiet, tree-lined neighborhood with lots of families, just south of Lincoln Square.

What is your favorite thing about Chicago?
Chicago is a small-town big city, with lots of great pockets of very distinctive neighborhoods. The city has super friendly people and a great “green” focus from Mayor Daley and his administration.

Where do you like to go for fun?
Any of the city’s parks & museums - our favorite is the Museum of Contemporary Art.

What is your favorite place for hot dogs?
Hands down – Hot Doug’s.

Favorite summertime activity?
Spending the day at a Cubs game with my dad.

Favorite Chicago tradition?
The many art and street festivals. Our favorite is the Bucktown Art’s Festival.

Cubs or Sox?
Go Cubs Go!

Favorite place in Chicago?
The Lakefront and Millennium Park.

Where do you like to bring visiting friends or out-of-town guests?
The river architectural tour is our favorite short adventure – it’s very informative about Chicago’s architectural history.

Favorite hidden spot?
The first certified organic urban rooftop farm at uncommon ground on Devon!