Ladies, leave the men at home. “Girls Night: The Musical” is in fact a girls night destination. Now playing at The Club (a basment venue located at Chicago’s Division and State), the crowd is nearly all women—bachelorettes and birthday girls, moms looking for a little fun, and even a grandma or two. The show is […]
I love this recipe for a few reasons. It is extremely simple; it is seasonal; and who doesn’t love making fresh pasta and serving it to friends? The flavors of this recipe are very reminiscent of the pappa pomodoro dish we experienced just a few week’s ago in Tuscany with Gourmet Destinations. Hey, culinary travel […]
It’s time to get medieval.
Whether you are backpacking in Birkenstocks or hiking in heels, be sure to check out these apps for all your outdoor exploring this summer. These apps are knowledgeable and easy to use when stargazing with a loved one, camping with the kids or hitting the trails for that morning jog. So get out, enjoy the […]
I never knew there were Cirque Du Soleil groupies. Me? I’m a newbie. Until Cirque’s current run here in Chicago, I had yet to attend a performance. But apparently, the people sitting next to me had, and their hoots and hollers have me thinking the current tour, “Dralion,” is one of their favorites. Running nearly […]
Sonoma County’s Healdsburg is a village of 11,000 people, centered around a 19th century town square — the ideal home base for your Sonoma adventure. To truly stay off the beaten track, travel to Healdsburg on a weekday and avoid the crush of day trippers from San Francisco. Suzan von Lengerke of Lake Shore Travel […]
One word offered up by my friend summed up our experience at the opening performance of “The Blonde, the Brunette and the Vengeful Redhead.”
“But it’s the X-Flight! Please, please take me with you! I have to go to Great America!” It’s been a while since I’ve made the trek to Great America. The family vacation to Walt Disney World raised the bar, and it was going to take the promise of a revolutionary coaster—the X-Flight—and a couple of […]
Do you know why golf is so great? It’s a life sport—you can learn to play as a little kid and keep on going right until they close the coffin lid. It’s a great family outing, but also a perfect afternoon getaway with buddies. You can make new friends by joining a league, and keep […]
Summer’s a fabulous time to read a great book.
