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24/02/2026

Three Cities Social Founder Draymond Washington stopped by WGN TV to share more about the new weekday coffee conversation series, What Chicago Taught Me!

The series kicks off tomorrow, Wednesday, February 25, with Kevin Boehm, who will reflect on what Chicago has taught him about hospitality, leadership and building something meaningful.

Tickets are still available and 100% of proceeds benefit Giving Kitchen supporting food service workers in crisis.

We hope to see you there!

Candid conversations with influential Chicagoans. Three Cities Social Club presents “What Chicago Taught Me” a weekday morning coffee series featuring the movers and shakers of our city…

19/02/2026

We love when a trend story comes together!

When Avli Winnetka expanded and added the North Shore’s first vinyl-inspired listening lounge, we flagged it to the fab Ally Marotti at Crain's Chicago Business. Around the same time, Three Cities Social was building out a dedicated vinyl room in its new Wicker Park clubhouse.

That sparked a bigger conversation and Ally zoomed out to spotlight the full rise of listening bars across Chicago, featuring spots like Charis Listening Bar and Parachute Restaurant.

The story was not only shared online, but in print and on the Crain's Daily Gist podcast.

So proud to see both MRC partners included in this one. Analog is back and hospitality is leading the way!

Read the full article here: https://www.chicagobusiness.com/restaurants/chicago-listening-bars-gain-popularity

18/02/2026

We're excited to share that MRC partner Three Cities Social is launching a new weekday morning coffee conversation series called What Chicago Taught Me.

Hosted by Three Cities founder Draymond Washington, the series invites guests to reflect on how Chicago has shaped their personal journeys, creative practices and professional paths.

Kicking off the series on Wednesday, February 25 at 10 a.m. is Kevin Boehm, Boka Restaurant Group co-founder and author of The Bottomless Cup.

One hundred percent of ticket proceeds will be donated to Giving Kitchen!

After each conversation, guests are invited to stay, tour the River North clubhouse and co-work for the day.

If you’re interested in attending one (or all) of the coffee chats, you can find the ticket link here: https://tinyurl.com/4pc6ejfc

14/01/2026

We’re honored to represent Avli Winnetka as their upcoming expansion takes shape. Recently spotlighted in NS Magazine | Modern Luxury, the project introduces a renovation, new culinary direction and a vinyl-inspired bar concept unlike anything else on the .

13/11/2025

We loved seeing Locavore Farm's Rachael Jones on ABC 7 Chicago sharing her seasonal Candied Citrus & Herb Garnishes, the prettiest (and tastiest) way to preserve seasonal herbs from around the farm!

Don't miss the farm this holiday season! Tickets to the Friendsgiving Feast on Saturday, November 22 and Christmas on the Farm on Saturday, December 13 are still available!

Thanks, Tracy Butler!

Locavore Farms in Grant Park puts iconic farm-to-table meals at a gorgeously long table.

06/11/2025

We’re excited to be partnering once again with our friends at 4 Star Restaurant Group!

Don't miss out on the Thanksgiving feast at The Smoke Daddy!

From house-smoked whole turkeys and glazed hams to cornbread stuffing, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, and homemade pies, it’s a complete Thanksgiving spread, ready to heat and serve.

Orders are due by Friday, November 21 at noon via the website, with pickup available at Smoke Daddy Wicker Park, Smoke Daddy Wrigleyville, and Crosby's Kitchen (Southport + Niles).

04/11/2025

We’re honored to partner with Three Cities Social, a member-based, modern social club redefining what community looks like in Chicago.

With its flagship location in River North, the concept's second space is now open in Wicker Park (1643 N. Milwaukee Ave.), giving Chicagoans a new kind of member-based community built around real connection, culture, and belonging.

Three Cities isn’t a coworking space or another membership bar. It’s a third space where people meet, share experiences, and build friendships that last.

Members get access to both spaces and a curated calendar of 20+ monthly events, from small dinners and creative workshops to local excursions and volunteer days.

The concept was founded by Draymond Washington, a former professional soccer player and Merrill Lynch alum who wanted to make it easier for adults to build real friendships and a sense of belonging beyond work or nightlife.

We're excited to share the Three Cities' story as it continues to bring people together and redefine what community means in Chicago!

📸: Wicker Park space, now open!

07/10/2025

It’s National Taco Day, Chicago!

At La Josie and El Solazo, every tortilla is made in-house and pressed fresh daily. Tacos are filled with the finest ingredients and creative combinations inspired by regions across Mexico.

Come for the tacos, stay for the cocktails. Both restaurants boast two of the city’s most impressive agave programs, featuring more than 100 selections of tequila, mezcal, raicilla, bacanora, and beyond!

¡Salud!

01/10/2025

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! 🩷

All month long at Mastro's Restaurants, you can sip for a cause. The restaurants are proud to support the National Breast Cancer Foundation with two “pretty-in-pink” creations: the Pink Dragon (cocktail) and Prickly Pear No-Rita (mocktail).

For every cocktail or mocktail sold, $1 will be donated to the foundation.