Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching… don’t forget to stop by Nothing Bundt Cakes in Skokie for your sweetheart! Nothing says “I love you” like the handcrafted goodness of a Nothing Bundt Cake. This Valentine’s Day, share the love and if you’re lucky, they’ll share a piece. This cute boutique not only has delectable cakes, but […]
Be comfortable for your winter workouts by layering essential pieces from CheckGear, a new Chicago based athletic apparel company. The running tights will be a perfect weight for spring weather runs but now serve as a great base layer winter activities such as paddle and cross country skiing. Or, wear them under a tunic with […]
As a parent, I always wanted the home where the neighborhood kids wanted to hang out in. I thought it would keep my own children close, where I felt they were safest. I also love to entertain, and not just during the holidays. A week doesn’t go by without some friends or family stopping by […]
Patrick O’Neil has owned many restaurants in different towns over the years—from Evanston to Racine—but it’s Winnetka that has his heart. “I grew up here,” shares O’Neil, “and Winnetka has always been our most successful location.” So it’s not a surprise, then, that there are three O’Neil-owned restaurants forming a hospitality triangle around the downtown […]
Experience adventure and travel in style on the legendary Venice Simplon-Orient-Express. A work of art in itself and a true Art Deco icon, the train offers one of the most celebrated and romantic journeys in the world. Delightful vintage cabins, gastronomic cuisine and lively onboard entertainment make travel on this luxury train one of the […]
Start the New Year off in seasonal style: Shop brand-new retailers and dine at delectable new restaurants at Westfield Old Orchard in Skokie. With an inviting park-like atmosphere amid 130 specialty retailers, two theaters, and an array of dining choices, the Skokie shopping center is the North Shore’s premier destination to experience four seasons of […]
1. CHECK THE SEVENTH CONTINENT OFF MY WISH LIST Of the world’s billion annual tourists, less than .004 percent will set foot on the White Continent of Antarctica. Become a member of this very cool club on a 14-day adventure with Lindblad Expeditions aboard the 102-passenger National Geographic Orion or 148-passenger Explorer. An exclusive partnership with […]
Clayoquot specializes in remote experiences. Guests may choose to be taken to a pristine and secluded beach to learn how to surf, have a First Nations guide escort them on a day long hike to the “Wild Side” interpretive trail and Flores Island, take on a mountain fed rushing river in a kayak, or experience […]
With dropping temperatures, it is often easy to forgo fashion for function. To make sure that you look stylish while dressing appropriately for the season, senior marketing director of Westfield Old Orchard, Shannon Ridgeway, has a few tips to keep you toasty and trendy for fall and winter. 1. Layer Like a Pro “In order to […]
St. Kitts is a haven for many A-list celebrities—Oprah Winfrey, Sylvestor Stallone, Britney Spears and Regis Philbin all love to vacation here. To visit the island, it is clear why it serves as an oasis to so many: white sands, turquoise waters, lush rainforests and sprawling sugarcane fields (you’ll soon realize why locals refer to […]
