If you open a new restaurant in a location where numerous places have failed, you have to create something totally different. Farmhouse Evanston co-owners TJ Callahan and Ferdia Doherty, who earned a prestigious Michelin Star at their Farmhouse Restaurant in Chicago, have done just that. Opened in July in the 5500-square foot, first-floor space in […]
After numerous delays, Farmhouse Evanston finally opened in mid-July.
Once a CPA and business executive, Marlene Franke is putting aside two decades of work in the financial world to produce custom-tailored professional suits for women inspired by 1950s fashion. After launching downtown last fall, Franke is now crafting these custom suits in the North Shore. Her spring-summer 2013 collection, entitled “Pinnacle,” features several styles […]
Glenview and Northbrook devotees of The Dailey Method no longer have to trek to Kenilworth for their favorite classes. Owners Leanne Kurtzweil and Katy Kerr are bringing a new Northbrook location to Willow Festival, opening August 15. Their new location boasts a 2,800-square-foot, first-floor space right across the way from Whole Foods Market. The Dailey […]
Shop for treasures and support local artists at Andersonville Galleria’s first suburban location in Evanston. You’ll find jewelry, fine artwork, photography, ceramics, handmade scarves and even gourmet foods from more than 40 local artists and vendors. After five successful years at the original location, owner Holly Elzinga decided to bring the charm of fair trade […]
Highland Park’s Jill Balick and Susie Schuster have hit on a genius idea. Cookie Fries are tender shortbread that’s crinkle-cut and fry reminiscent. They’re available in five flavors, and packaged in classic “to go” cartons. Dipping sauces like salted caramel, marshmallow and raspberry come on the side. Great for party favors and a real conversation […]
Don’t have time to run your pooch over to the groomer? Certified dog groomer Susan Gottlieb will come to you with her new mobile dog grooming business, Cleanhound Grooming. This grooming station on wheels includes hydro-massage baths, shampoo and conditioning treatments, blowouts, pedicures and de-shed treatments—and she tops it off with a cute bow or […]
Rock this stylish bracelet to show your support for the causes you believe in. Adding a “shining little glimmer of hope into the lives of all who wrap the [bracelets] around their wrists” was the concept Nicole LaCross had in mind when creating her Chicago-based company, Wrist Wishes. LaCross was inspired to start the company […]
This Aspen-based luxury cosmetics and skincare boutique comes to Highland Park on the heels of the closing of Saks Fifth Avenue. The store will offer high-end brands, such as Laura Mercier, Tom Ford, La Mer, Bobbi Brown, Dior and many more. Known for their super smart, professional staff and standout customer service, Cos Bar is […]
Ann Taylor got a facelift and is ready to show it off at Westfield Old Orchard. The new concept store is styled after a modern home, with crystal chandeliers and tufted furniture to better showcase the store’s merchandise, which Head Designer Lisa Axelson describes as “light, modern and feminine.” Designed for the fashionable working woman, […]
