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Surviving a Chicago Winter
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- November 08, 2008
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Baby, it's cold outside! (Well, if it's not yet, it will be.) Chicago winters are brutal and if you aren't used to them, you will probably want to die. But here are some tips to get you through winter from someone who has spent a lot of winters in the cold, snowy Midwest.
Fireplaces Are Key
If you don’t have one at home, the go to a bar or restaurant that does. Not only will you stay toasty warm, but they set the mood for romance…
You can find big crackling fireplaces at any of these great places:
Keefer's Restaurant
20 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL 60610
A steakhouse with woodburning fireplaces to keep you cozy and warm.
A steakhouse with woodburning fireplaces to keep you cozy and warm.
Celtic Crossings
751 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60610
This place has an “Irish cottage” feel with old Celtic art, a piano, and a woodburning fireplace that you can warm up at.
This place has an “Irish cottage” feel with old Celtic art, a piano, and a woodburning fireplace that you can warm up at.
Starbucks Coffee
210 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60610
If you’re craving a coffee, this Starbucks on the corner of North and Wells has a big fireplace in the middle with couches and comfy chairs all around it.
If you’re craving a coffee, this Starbucks on the corner of North and Wells has a big fireplace in the middle with couches and comfy chairs all around it.
If you have a car...
You’ll definately need one of these. Especially if you park outside. Brushing the 2 feet of snow off of your car, and then scaping the ice off of your window will be the worst part of your morning… but it can only get better after that.
Ace Hardware
1013 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
You can find a snow scaper/brush here if you don’t already have one.
You can find a snow scaper/brush here if you don’t already have one.
Get a Slanket!
Yes, this is the new thing. Blankets are great, but they have restrictions. You can’t move your arms as long as they are under a blanket… so if you’re wanting to eat popcorn or make Guidespot guides, you’re out of look. Unless you get a Slanket! It’s a blanket that you WEAR! Stay warm and go about your business. What a novel idea.
You can buy one (or more) at their website !
(The slanket is all over guidespot! See it at Ridiculous & Unnecessary Products & Inventions which is a very awesome guide, if I do say so myself.)
Driving through Chicago during winter
If you’re going to be driving, prepare for slippery roads. The city is pretty good about plowing right away, but there are a lot of roads in Chicago and you never know what you’ll run into. SNOW TIRES are very necessary.
Survival Map
Baby, it's cold outside...in Boston.
I found this guide after I made mine, but it’s got some more great tips for dressing for the winter!
Cuddle
If you don’t have a boyfriend or girlfriend, get one. Or just find a cuddle buddy amongst your friends. If you aren’t good with people, try a pet. Dogs and cats make good cuddlers as well.
Note: Naked cuddling will keep you warmer because you will exchange body heat.
You could host a cuddle party and get a cuddle train going like the people above. Don’t they look happy?
Start A Cuddling Meetup Group!
There are already 106 people just waiting to sign up… maybe you could charge $5 per cuddle session.
The WikiHow Guide to Cuddling
(In case you don’t know how.)
Get a warm coat, hat, scarf, and gloves.
Just because it’s freezing doesn’t mean you can’t look good. Outerwear is one of my favorite things to buy! (And if you want to keep your tootsies warm, invest in a pair of Uggs. They are heave for your feet.)
Burlington Coat Factory the
4520 S Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60609
You can buy a nice, warm, stylish coat here.
You can buy a nice, warm, stylish coat here.
Target Stores
2656 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Target is a great place to buy cute hats, scarves, gloves, and mittens to go with your new coat.
Target is a great place to buy cute hats, scarves, gloves, and mittens to go with your new coat.
Warm yourself up with a strong drink
Either of these whiskey bars will do the trick.
The Whiskey Bar & Grill
1015 N Rush St, Chicago, IL 60611
They are supposed to have good Mexican food too. So if you’re cold, eat some jalapenos.
They are supposed to have good Mexican food too. So if you’re cold, eat some jalapenos.
Whiskey Blue
172 W Adams St, Chicago, IL 60603
Owned by Cindy Crawford’s husband, Rande Gerber, you’ll find pretty decor, pretty faces, and perfected martinis. Oh, and whiskey.
Owned by Cindy Crawford’s husband, Rande Gerber, you’ll find pretty decor, pretty faces, and perfected martinis. Oh, and whiskey.
Go somewhere that isn't cold
The Bahamas will be warm and sunny this winter, and thanks to our terrible economy you should be able to get great deals on vacation and cruise packages.
Caribbean Travel
6735 26th St, Berwyn, IL 60402
Get a hold of these guys if you are serious about escaping to a tropical destination this winter.
Get a hold of these guys if you are serious about escaping to a tropical destination this winter.
Maui - a (great) affordable getaway
Or check out Hawaii… this guide has some great tips for traveling on a budget.
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Before I even read this I was going to comment with get a Slanket! haha I’ll be reviewing one soon :)
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This sounds like where I live. And I have to agree completely with all of these tips. If you are working outside, it is definitely a good idea to try to find ways to keep yourself warm – cuddling, coats, or warm drinks :)
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Haha. I was going to do a guide on tips for Chicago Winter. Looks like you beat me to it :) Thanks for the excellent tips. This is going to be my first winter here from So Cal. I gotta admit. El Guapo is a little nervous.
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