Finally, summer is upon us and farmers market season is back in full swing. Local markets bring us city (and suburb) folk fresh fruits and vegetables, music, baked goods, and more, and the markets offer the perfect way to support local farmers. Here’s our ultimate list of pretty much every farmers market in Chicago and […]
It’s a universal truth: you cannot run to Target for just a toothbrush and leave without a cart full of things you didn’t know you needed. If you are like us and are looking to not only simplify your life but also save money on frequent trips to the store, we have a list of […]
It’s a universal truth: you cannot run to Target for just a toothbrush and leave without a cart full of things you didn’t know you needed. If you are like us and are looking to not only simplify your life but also save money on frequent trips to the store, we have a list of […]
From family-friendly music festivals to food fests serving up delicious fare, here are five Chicago area festivals to check out this summer. Pride Month Throughout June This year, Pride Month is jam-packed with nearly a hundred different political, social, and cultural happenings reflecting the important influence of Chicago’s LGBTQ+ community. Chicago’s Boystown was America’s first […]
Americans are eating more meals on the go, and snacks such as energy bars are keeping up, morphing from guilty pleasure to meal replacement. The wellness trend plays a part, pushing bar brands to bulk up their products with protein, vitamins, and other nutrients consumers favor. We looked at one segment of the energy bar […]
Can we all agree? The Chicago dog is top dog. But if you love hot dogs, and want to impress friends and family this Memorial Day weekend, we’ve got five hot dog recipes from around the country that put a gourmet spin on the classic backyard barbecue fare. Here are five fun ways chefs prepare […]
When summer in Chicago finally arrives, we’ve got to soak up every last second of that sun and warmth while we can. Dine al fresco at these rooftops to get incredible food and cocktails plus your dose of vitamin D. Homestead on the Roof Dine beside the 10,000 square-foot secret garden above Roots Pizza in […]
Pictured: Flur’s Macarons (Photos courtesy of each bakery.) Sure, there are plenty of bakeries around town that serve one or two gluten-free items, but if you follow a gluten-free diet, wouldn’t it be great to be able to order anything on the menu? We tracked down the best 100-percent gluten-free bakeries in the Chicago […]
From must-visit restaurants to a unique doctor’s office you have to see to believe, here are some of the Chicago area’s best new businesses. Dining The Smith 400 N. Clark St., Chicago With locations in New York and Washington D.C., The Smith has now opened a new Chicago restaurant, which features favorite dishes like Smitty’s […]
“Game of Thrones” got it all wrong. Winter is over! And not a moment too soon — we welcome the budding trees and the spring rains with barely suppressed glee. (Side note: Did you know that there is actually a word that specifically describes the smell of spring rain? It is “petrichor,” the scent created […]
