the (politically) windy city

i've always loved chicago - the prevailing old-school architecture, the amount of sheer concrete cliffs towering all around you; there's just a lot to see (and a lot to be taken back by). on the first day of the year we showed some friends around, did the skydeck, and just enjoyed the immensity.

later that same day, they had to leave, and a friend, JD, blew in from CA. he introduced is to by far the most upper-class restaurant i've ever eaten at, the chicago firehouse. when we arrived, the lady at the door asked to take our coats - it was then that remembered JD saying it was a more 'dressy' place. whoops. i took off my hat...

amazing steak, seafood and service - a dinner i doubt i'll be able to forget. thanks man. good times, yet again.