New in Town: Experience Cryotherapy at CryoPure Spa in Highland Park

If you’re looking for a cryotherapy spa to cool off at this summer, downtown Highland Park has the place for you. CryoPure Spa, created by husband and wife duo Tom and Paige Polakow, celebrated its grand opening June 18. Research has shown that cold-based nitrogen therapy offers numerous benefits, including pain reduction, improved sleep quality […]

Discover Your Backyard Persona With This Simple Quiz

So far, we at Techo-Bloc have shared before and after pictures of beautiful backyard makeovers as well as design ideas for your own outdoor space. But, if you’re still not quite sure what works best for your home, we’ve made it easy to find out with our backyard persona quiz. With just eight easy questions like […]

Luxury Cars Go Green as Consumers Become More Eco-Conscious

Less than a decade ago, a hulking Hummer was the ultimate automotive status symbol. Unapologetically large and capable of guzzling massive amounts of gasoline in a single mile, the Hummer was the very antithesis of eco-conscious. Now, the brand is defunct and consumer culture has done a 180 degree turn toward the luxury hybrid. When […]

Luxury Cars Go Green as Consumers Become More Eco-Conscious

Less than a decade ago, a hulking Hummer was the ultimate automotive status symbol. Unapologetically large and capable of guzzling massive amounts of gasoline in a single mile, the Hummer was the very antithesis of eco-conscious. Now, the brand is defunct and consumer culture has done a 180 degree turn toward the luxury hybrid. When […]

NBC’s ‘Grimm’ Star Claire Coffee Wows in Summer’s Easy, Breezy Fashions

Whether you’re headed to a summer barbecue or exploring the newly revitalized Navy Pier, this summer’s top trends make it easy to stay cool and comfortable while still looking glamorous. NBC’s “Grimm” star Claire Coffee models the season’s latest and greatest fashions while exploring one of Chicago’s most iconic summer hangouts. (For more on Claire, […]

Best of 2016 Winners!

For the sixth year in a row, our audience has spoken — this year louder than ever before. With more than 168,000 votes across 11 categories, what follows are the best businesses and services in Chicago and around the North Shore. Share your thoughts with us on social media using the hashtag #Bestof2016.