Chicago Culinary Bookstore Serves Up a Menu of Holiday Gifts

With world-class restaurants on virtually every corner, it’s no surprise that Chicagoans like to dish up top-notch nosh at home too. Now there’s a new foodie bookstore to cater to their discerning palates. Located on the hip Halsted Street shopping corridor in Lincoln Park, Read It & Eat carries everything from well-known encyclopedic reference cookbooks to […]

Quality Screen Time: Movies With Morals

The next time your children beg for some screen time, take control of what they’re watching. The following movies are smart, funny and contain a good dose of moral fiber that’s still easily digestible. Some have stood the test of time, while others are destined to become classics. Either way, you and your kids are […]

The Hottest Toys for the Holidays

It’s time to start making that list and checking it twice! We’ve rounded up the season’s hottest toys for everyone on your nice list. It’ll make holiday shopping child’s play. Peanuts Happy Dance Snoopy Good grief! The new Peanuts movie means a whole new generation has gone nuts about the Peanuts gang. This dancing Snoopy […]

2015 Gift Guide: Beauty

Stay gorgeous this holiday season with these beauty gifts to keep you looking and feeling great! 1. Holiday Blow Dry Package from BlowDry Boutique: Gift gorgeous hair with this package of six blow outs for the price of five. $150, Shop For Good 2. Ciaté Mini Mani Month: A daily gift that is packed with 17 polishes, 3 […]

Vote for Your Favorite 2015 Gingerbread House for Charity

Congratulations to Molly M., who received the most votes in our Gingerbread Building for Charity event. Molly will receive a $250 prize compliments of A. Perry Homes and will donate the money to Saints Faith, Hope & Charity Catholic School. Entranceways were lined and the roofs were frosted with care at A. Perry Homes and […]

2015 Gift Guide: Travel

Whether globetrotting or commuting, these great gifts will ensure your favorite traveler is stylish and comfortable. 1.Kaehler 1920 The Palmer Duffel: Featuring Horween Leather accents, this duffle, beautifully crafted in Chicago, is the perfect gift for the sophisticated voyager. $1,195, Kaehler Luggage, various locations  2. D. Porthault Blue Trefles Trio Zippered Cases: Keep things organized in your luggage […]

2015 Gift Guide: Jewelry

No outfit is complete without that perfect accessory. Find beautiful jewelry that’s great for gifting in our Shop For Good. 1. Long Crystal Strand Necklace: Perfect for women of all ages, this crystal necklace adds just the right amount of glitter and sparkle. $84, Juniper Boutique, Shop For Good 2. Burdeen’s Kohl Children’s Museum Bangle Bracelet: Moms will […]

2015 Gift Guide: Home

Everyone loves escaping the Chicago winter chill by ducking into a warm, inviting home. Spread the holiday cheer inside with these great gifts.   1. Neó Canapa Basket: Nautical with a modern splash, this hand-crocheted basket from Maze Home is made of natural hemp yarn and neoprene yarn. It’s perfect for stashing everything from toys to extra […]

2015 Gift Guide: Pets

Don’t forget your favorite four-legged friends this holiday season. 1. Canines for Veterans Gift Bucket: Give back this Christmas with this pet gift. A portion of the bucket’s sales goes to Canines for Service, which “rescues shelter dogs, rehabilitates military prisoners by teaching them how to train the dogs and revitalizes the lives of wounded veterans by […]

2015 Gift Guide: Teens

These gifts will be a big hit for the teens in your life. 1. Signature Leather and Vintage Chain Choker: Purchase this Mountain Hides necklace for the budding fashionista in your life. $180, Shop For Good 2. WeMontage: WeMontage turns photos (which we know your teen has plenty of) into removable wallpaper. Now your college student can decorate […]