I'm a 33yr old Marketing Professional from Chicago. It's super important for me to mostly avoid touristy things when traveling and I strive to explore as a local would.

I've got an Anthony Bourdain travel mindset if that makes sense :)

Super open to suggestions for coffee shops, day trips, restaurants, bars, live music, party options, and any mind-expanding opportunities!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To meet other like-minded travelers and hopefully begin offering my apartment to Chicago travelers looking for the same!

Interests

• music festivals
• cooking
• beer
• meditation
• poker
• philosophy
• film
• museums
• exploring new places
• coffee shops

Music, Movies, and Books

Thee Oh Sees, Mac Demarco, Atmosphere, Ty Segall, Mos Def, Move D. Big fan of underground hip hop, punk/rock music, deep house/techno, jazz, and a wide variety of live music.

Some Favorite movies: 25th Hour, Donnie Darko, Pulp Fiction, There Will be Blood, Mullholland Drive.

Books: again, several! Let's chat :)

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Lived in Tokyo right out of grad school with no plans and relying on money from playing online poker...

Amazing or stupid? There's a fine line.

Teach, Learn, Share

English

What I Can Share with Hosts

A bedroom in the Logan Square, Chicago neighborhood and seven years resident experience.

Countries I’ve Lived In

Italy, Japan