In the time it takes to cook a pot of rice, you can have this dish ready. The spice blend provides a complex curry flavor without heat, so it’s family friendly. For those who want a little fire, put a bottle of Sriracha hot sauce on the table—perfect accompaniment. Quick Chicken Curry Prep Time: 5 […]
As many North Shore men and women know, there’s something about afternoon tea that can transform. Anyone can do lunch, but tea is a truly special occasion, and it can be an unforgettable celebration with—and of—friends and family.
Times are tough, and as a result, more families are eating in to save money. But let’s face it: Preparing meals for kids — three times a day, seven days a week — well, that’s tough, too. Luckily, many North Shore restaurants offer programs that allow your children to eat for free so you can […]
Add a little spice to your life
I’ve been spending time with “The Posse,” a trio of divorced moms who live on the North Shore and love to go out. These women have been on their own for several years and have discovered the best hot spots for a single woman to hang—fun joints that draw a good crowd and aren’t […]
$ Who doesn’t love to come home to dinner just minutes from the table? Say hello to beef stew. This recipe is my favorite and I love that it can be made in as little as 2 hours or started earlier in the day with a slow cooker. Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 2, […]
It’s National Pizza Week, and Make It Better would like to point out there’s far more to pizza on the North Shore than a knock at the door and a cardboard box. Here are a few suggestions on where to go when you’ve simply got to have a pie:
There are times when a girl needs a piece of red meat and nothing else will do. When that occasion arises, I recommend that you head over to Pete Miller’s in Wheeling.
When the number on the thermometer is smaller than your pants size, you know it’s cold. We need bowls of warm chili to counteract all that is unpleasant outside. So send us your recipes! We’re looking for three kinds: Traditional meat (Texas, Cincinnati or your famous Riverwoods Red Chili) Chicken or white (sometimes called California […]
This new offering in Northbrook is an offshoot of the original Zapatista in downtown Chicago, with plans to open in Naperville in the near future.
