Daytripper: Lovely Lincoln Park

For a fun-filled family day, take a trip to Lincoln Park. Below are some of our favorite places in this great north-side Chicago neighborhood. Sweet Mandy B’s Pop into Sweet Mandy B’s for an afternoon treat! Cindy Levine‘s adorable sweets shop is one of the most delicious old-fashioned comfort shops in Chicago. Well-known for its […]

Daytripper: Shopping Oak & Rush Streets

Chicago’s Oak Street, just off the main drag of the Mag Mile, is the city’s premier destination for designer finds. Here’s a quick guide down this glamorous avenue and a few of its neighboring streets. First stop: lunch (and parking). Ditka’s Restaurant You’ll need sustenance for your afternoon shopping expedition, so stop by this outpost […]

Daytripper: Barrington

The town of Barrington is seeing a renaissance, with new shops and restaurants opening their doors in the charming downtown area.   This is only heightening the sense of community. “There’s a homey feel, and it’s nice being able to walk through town and know the store vendors,” says chef Mary Rose Hoover. “There’s a […]

Day Tripper: Glenview

From its parks to its museums to its retail, Glenview is kid-tested, parent-approved. “It’s a fun and family-oriented place,” shop owner Stella Chun told us. We heartily concur. Here’s how to spend a day in Glenview. For breakfast, try… Orange Known for their egg dishes (the Eggs Benedict and specialty omelets are favorites), they also […]