I don’t know about you, but as soon as I get that first hint of fall in the air, all I want is pumpkin spice, campfires and cozy things. It’s the perfect season for a good reason; we have Oktoberfest, the changing colors, a new excuse to buy boots and coats, and the ultimate holiday, […]
The deceptively simple character of ramen — broth and noodles — hides complexity in technique and chef secrets in equal measure: Good ramen is easy; great ramen is hard. We talked with a few chefs to find out what makes their ramen special. North Bay Uchiwa Ramen Marin’s OG ramen house has been slinging tonkatsu […]
It’s officially the last weekend of summer! Whether you’re happy or sad to see the season go, there are plenty of opportunities to take advantage of the warm weather while it lasts. Don’t miss PAWS 5K run/walk for a good cause, an outdoor concert and art exhibition at the Brushwood Center, the North Shore’s best […]
Cathy Rath wears many hats: She’s a professor, a social justice advocate and organizer, a writing coach and tutor, and now, a novelist. There’s one thing that unites her passions, however, an unwavering commitment to social good. Rath is from New York, but was drawn to the West Coast’s activist environment in the 1970s. She […]
Is there anything more perfect than spending a beautiful fall weekend apple or pumpkin picking? Here is a list of orchards and pumpkin patches around Chicago and the suburbs to help you make your plans. Just don’t forget to check the hours, Covid-19 safety procedures and the U-Pick status before you head out. All Seasons […]
Whether you can give your time by volunteering, things by donating unwanted or unused items, or support through monetary contributions or attending a fundraiser — give back to these Chicago-area nonprofits and show your appreciation for their commitment to our city and suburbs. BreakthroughGive: Time and Support Breakthrough partners with those affected by poverty to […]
It’s been a brutal year-and-half for the restaurant industry as a whole, with the Covid-19 pandemic shifting how eateries operate and how customers patronize their favorite dining spots. A few of our favorites were forced to close, but others pivoted, finding ways to stay open, serve their communities, and employ their workers. We asked some […]
Art is like air for a Mill Valley single mother and budding glass artist, who has served as a docent at the di Rosa Center for Contemporary Art. She’s also worked in a variety of roles at Burning Man and has attended the desert festival 13 times. “There’s really nothing like riding your bike around […]
This is our favorite time of year at Better, and it’s not just because the leaves are about to paint the Midwest in beautiful hues of yellow and red. What we really love is producing this issue each year and celebrating the winners of our annual Best Of competition. We were blown away by the […]
OLE Health, a nonprofit community health center in Napa and Solano counties operating health centers in Napa, St. Helena, Calistoga and Fairfield, secured $520,000 in donations during its June 12 fundraiser, SALUD 2021. The nonprofit provides medical and dental care services to nearly 40,000 people per year, many of whom are uninsured or underinsured. The […]
