I'm originally from Long Island. The Chinatown Chicago is tiny compared to Chinatown NY.
Greektown Chicago has really good food! I highly recommend Athena's or Santorini's resturant.
The Greektown strip is on Halsted Ave, when you drive on it look east and you get a picture perfect view of Sears Tower.
Should be a really good time for you!
I will be flying to NY during Xmas to visit my parents, I may stop by your place to pick up the converter , does it need to be special ordered or are they readily available?
thanks
myles