One on One with Gabe Kapler, the San Francisco Giants’ New Manager
On November 13, 44-year-old Gabe Kapler became the San Francisco Giants’ 17th manager.
The 12 Best Cookbooks of 2019 (Plus 2 Memoirs!)
We downsized this year, moving from our big old house with seemingly infinite amounts of storage to a still-spacious-but-half-the-size new home a few blocks away. This entailed giving away half of our books, and even with that we have a generous amount in storage. Somehow, I have managed to shoehorn my (downsized!) collection of 350 […]
11 Nonprofits Making a Major Impact in Chicago
Chicago is famous for plenty of reasons — it’s home to some of the country’s best pizza, beautiful Lake Michigan, ludicrously sub-zero temperatures … and the list goes on and on. What you might not know about our fair city, though, is that Chicago is a hotbed of charitable activity. In fact, a 2015 study […]
Local Treasures Gift Guide: Shop Holiday Gifts From Chicago-Area Businesses
This holiday season, take more time to slow down, be where your feet are, and enjoy the magic around you. When you shop local, not only does your money stay in your community and help create local jobs, but you also help the environment due to less transportation and packaging. That’s why this Local Treasures […]
2019 Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts Everyone on Your List Will Love
‘Tis the season for holiday shopping. It may be the most wonderful time of the year, but if your list is a mile long and your ideas are a mile short, stress can take over. Luckily, your hunt for the perfect present ends here. We’ve searched near and far for the ultimate gifts for everyone […]
2019 Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts Everyone on Your List Will Love
‘Tis the season for holiday shopping. It may be the most wonderful time of the year, but if your list is a mile long and your ideas are a mile short, stress can take over. Luckily, your hunt for the perfect present ends here. We’ve searched near and far for the ultimate gifts for everyone […]
2019 Holiday Gift Guide: 9 Gifts for Foodies That Are Perfect for Cooking and Entertaining
I love a good gift, don’t you? A gift with a little thought behind it, rather than the last-minute gift card grabbed at the grocery store checkout. Something that says, you are SEEN. You are KNOWN. Chocolate always, always works for me in this way. We’ve compiled some special gifts for loved ones who like […]
2019 Holiday Gift Guide: 14 Gift Ideas for Her
From local jewelry to gifts that give back, our picks are sure to delight. So go ahead and spoil that loved one in your life. FEED x Lingua Franca Tote, FEED, $198 A holiday exclusive, this one tote provides 100 school meals to fight childhood hunger with each purchase. Diamond Sunrise Arc Ring, Mineralogy, $280 In […]
2019 Holiday Gift Guide: 7 Gifts for Kids (That You'll Love Too)
Disclaimer: this gift guide for kids is tech-free. And that is a good thing, as we choose gifts that kids will love, and some that will even bring the whole family together. El: The Chicago Transit Adventure Board Game, Transit Tees, $40 If you have a child that loves the El, this new game is […]
2019 Holiday Gift Guide: 7 Gift Ideas for Him
Not sure what to buy for the men on your list? They’ll love these ideas, which include some Chicago-made products and classes with their favorite celebrities. Chicago Athletic Association Sweatshirt, The People’s Garment Co., $40 This super-soft sweatshirt is designed and made in Chicago, and you can shop The People’s Garment Co. products at Chicago […]
