Of course, cookbooks are all about good food, and the best ones are a thrill to read as well as cook from. And then there are the memoirs and novels where food is the protagonist — and occasionally, the antagonist. These books are so evocative, you can taste the words on every page. The best […]
Writers Theatre’s new show, Adler Planetarium’s latest temporary exhibit and the Macy’s Flower Show all open this weekend. You can also celebrate Irish-American Heritage Month and St. Patrick’s Day with a concert in Evanston or join in a celebration of Iceland throughout Chicago. “Arcadia” Opens March 16 Glencoe The first production in the new Writers Theatre […]
Feel like you’ve been there, done that when it comes to Caribbean getaways? Think again. If you haven’t experienced ultimate luxury at one of the islands’ most exclusive haute resorts, you’re missing out. From butler service and private pools to toes-in-the-sand, oceanfront dinners, get royal treatment that’s just right for you with one of these […]
Goodman Theatre is bringing the play that inspired “Hello, Dolly!” to life with the help of a Northwestern grad. Kristine Nielsen, who plays Dolly Gallagher Levi in “The Matchmaker,” hasn’t been back to the Chicago area in more than 30 years, but says she “leapt at this chance” to work with the Goodman. “I credit […]
Step 1: Actually book a vacation! Americans forfeit more than 400 million paid vacation days each year, according to Cait DeBaun, spokeswoman for Project: Time Off, an organization working to change the way the U.S. workforce thinks about vacation. “America’s vacation problem stems from a work martyr complex among employees and a culture of silence […]
The Museum of Science and Industry’s new exhibit, JCC Chicago’s Jewish Film Festival, Northlight Theatre’s latest production and the Chicago Flower & Garden Show all open this week. Plus, the DuSable Museum of African American History begins a new series on race and the media. “Brick by Brick” Opens March 10 Chicago This new temporary […]
There would be no spectacular new home for Writers Theatre, which will put this location firmly on the national theater map, without Michael Halberstam, the theater’s artistic director. His artistry, passion and charm led the organization from small community theater in the back of a bookstore to national prominence. Any time spent with Halberstam is quality time indeed. […]
In the world of local theater, the most anticipated opening in March and April isn’t a play — it’s a new venue. Writers Theatre opened the doors of its new Jeanne Gang-designed building in Glencoe in February. The beautiful structure features two performance spaces and promises to be an accommodating home for this consistently outstanding […]
Ravinia Festival has announced its 2016 Season, which features some acts making their Ravinia debut — including Diana Ross — as well as some standbys like the fan favorite Tony Bennett. Tickets go on sale April 26 for the general public, while donors get to submit their requests March 9. We’ve gone through the Ravinia calendar […]
Start your weekend with a birthday party for Chicago, an event at Kohl Children’s Museum for grown ups or a wine and beer tasting at the Winnetka Community House. Plus, hear from athletes on equality in sports and catch a show by The Woman’s Club of Evanston that will support local youth. The Woman’s Club […]
