We have been staying at Christina's place most of the time that we come to Chicago (3-4 times a year). It is stylish, very well stocked with kitchen equipment if you want to cook for yourself. If you prefer going out there a very good restaurants in the immediate neighborhood, and lots more a couple of stops on the Blue line which is a short walk away. Christine has consistently been a very gracious hostess. And there is a bonus, the apartment is one floor up from a great shop that makes its own chocolate.