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POP! GOES CHICAGO
As a weekly traveler, I am always excited when the new issue of American Way is available. I have even been known to steal the magazine from a neighboring seat pocket when I don't see one in my own seat pocket.

Having grown up in Rockford, Illinois, I was very excited about your article featuring Felicity Huffman and Chicago in the January 1 issue. I have been to Chicago many times, and it is one of my all-time favorite cities. I now live in Madison, Wisconsin, which I also love, but nothing quite compares to Chicago.

One place that I was sad to see left unmentioned by Ms. Huffman, and which, in my opinion, is the best draw in all of Chicago, is Garrett Popcorn Shops. There are ­several locations, but the original (and best) is located at 670 North Michigan Avenue. There is often a line to get into the store that extends well past an adjacent storefront or two. One reason is that the store itself is very small, and the mere fact that you make it to the front door doesn't mean you have almost reached the front of the line!

Ask anyone in line and they will tell you that Garrett is well worth the wait. The CaramelCrisp is unbelievable, and it's made fresh in the store as you wait. Try the CaramelCrisp alone or a combo of CaramelCrisp and CheeseCorn. There is nothing like it. If you haven't tried this Chicago treat, you're missing out.

Thanks, as always, for providing your travelers with a great magazine!

Kristi Hackenmiller, Madison, Wisconsin

Dear Kristi: We do appreciate the yummy-­sounding tip. Do they show movies too?

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