Few cities are more authentic than Chicago. The proof is in the people, the food, and the culture. The skyline is beautiful, and there is always something to do. The one aspect of this that does not fit the bill is the winter in Chicago. The weather can fluctuate to extremes. You can have all of the seasons in one day. A walk in shorts and a hoodie can turn into curling up on the couch with a million blankets and a parka. A morning stroll with a coffee can turn into logs burning in the fireplace. Chicagoans attack every winter with fortitude, and this is what fosters our authenticity.