Skip to content
Hey Chicago
Hey Chicago
  • About
  • Contact
  • Things To Do
  • Where To Stay
  • Where To Eat
  • Latest News
  • History
  • About
  • Contact
  • Things To Do
  • Where To Stay
  • Where To Eat
  • Latest News
  • History

Struan Hogg

Born in Scotland, Struan fell in love with Chicago after visiting family in his teens and never looked back. As the founder and editor of Hey Chicago, he travels to the city regularly, spending his time walking its 77 neighborhoods, digging into local archives, and tracking down the untold history behind its architecture. Combining an outsider’s wonder with a deep respect for Chicago grit, Struan celebrates the community stories that make the Windy City unmatched.

11 Things People Get Wrong About Chicago (From People Who Actually Live Here)

by Struan Hogg

11 things people get wrong about Chicago, according to people who actually live here.

We Asked Locals For The Best Downtown Chicago Hotels. Here’s What They Said.

by Struan Hogg

Most first-time visitors to Chicago book the wrong hotel. They book the chain they recognize. They overpay for parking. They … Read more

The 17 Most Beautiful Streets In Chicago: From Iconic Vistas To Hidden Gems

by Struan Hogg

The 17 most beautiful streets in Chicago, from the Magnificent Mile to hidden residential gems. A local’s guide to the postcard views and quiet boulevards.

We Asked Locals For The Worst Things About Living In Chicago. They Didn’t Hold Back!

by Struan Hogg

We asked Chicago locals what they hate most about living here. The 13 answers were specific, hilarious, and accurate. From dibs to the L mystery drip.

20 Things Worth Doing In Chicago This May (From People Who Actually Live Here)

by Struan Hogg

The 20 things actually worth doing in Chicago this May, from people who live here. Festivals, food, lakefront, rooftops, plus a few even locals miss.

Chicago best thin crust pizza

We Asked Locals For Chicago’s Best Thin Crust Pizza. Here’s What they Said.

by Struan Hogg

Forget deep dish. We asked Chicagoans where to get the city’s best tavern-style thin crust pizza. The answers ran from Ashburn to Logan Square.

Best Chicago Tours

8 Chicago Guided Tours That Are Actually Worth Doing!

by Struan Hogg

Here are the 8 tours in Chicago that are genuinely worth booking, ranked by who they’re best for.

The Incredible True Story Behind Chicago’s Most Disturbing Museum Exhibit

by Struan Hogg

In a quiet corner of the Field Museum, behind a sheet of glass in the Rice Gallery, two maneless lions … Read more

We Asked Chicagoans Where They Actually Eat At 2am. The List Was Surprisingly Specific.

by Struan Hogg

We asked locals where they actually eat at 2am in Chicago. The list was surprisingly specific. Here’s where the city goes after the bars close.

masterpieces at art institute of chicago and stories behind them

15 Masterpieces You Need To See At The Art Institute Of Chicago (And The Stories Behind Them)

by Struan Hogg

The 15 must-see masterpieces at the Art Institute of Chicago, from American Gothic to Nighthawks, with the wild stories behind each one.

Older posts
Newer posts
← Previous Page1 … Page4 Page5 Page6 … Page10 Next →

hello@heychicago.us
680 North Lake Shore Drive,
Suite 110
Chicago, IL 60611

Useful Links

  • About
  • Contact
  • Things To Do
  • Where To Stay
  • Where To Eat
  • Latest News
  • History

Useful Info

  • Editorial Policy
  • Affiliate Disclosure
  • Privacy Policy
© 2026 Hey Chicago. All Rights Reserved.