As I drove my kids to school recently, I marveled at the breathtaking beauty of the fall trees — the brilliant oranges, yellows, and reds at their peak right now as we move into November. Blink, though, and it’s gone! Having lived in Chicago much of my life, I know how fleeting this season is […]
Everybody has their personal MVP dish at Thanksgiving dinner. The turkey! The potatoes! The stuffing! The cranberry sauce! The pie! Sadly, the humble vegetable side dish often gets lost in the starchy/meaty/sugary blaze of glory and rarely gets the love it deserves. Don’t get me wrong, I’m all in for the indulgent side of this […]
The only thing better than a special meal shared with family and friends is one that you don’t have to cook yourself — or clean up after. These clever city and suburban restaurants serve up that most elusive of all combinations: a killer private room or space for personal dining, plus swoon-worthy food. The Albert […]
The countdown to Thanksgiving has officially begun. If you’re in charge of the meal, you’re probably already frenetically scouring recipes, making schedules, and engaging in seemingly endless coordination with friends and family. Given how many items are already on your Thanksgiving to-do list, why not give yourself a breather when it comes to the culinary […]
Whether you’re entertaining out-of-town guests or simply need a break from the hustle and bustle of the season, here are 17 plays in Chicago you won’t want to miss this month and beyond. “Twelfth Night, or What You Will“ Nov. 7 to Dec. 16 William Shakespeare wrote this rom-com 416 years ago, and yet, like […]
Looking to be properly spooked this Halloween? There are plenty of places in the Bay Area to search out the paranormal, from haunted hotels to eerie beachside residences. For Famous Phantoms San Francisco happens to be home to a fair number of hotels haunted by celebrity ghosts. The regal Palace Hotel is said to be […]
Looking to be properly spooked this Halloween? There are plenty of places in the Bay Area to search out the paranormal, from haunted hotels to eerie beachside residences. For Famous Phantoms San Francisco happens to be home to a fair number of hotels haunted by celebrity ghosts. The regal Palace Hotel is said to be […]
Looking for something to titillate your senses on All Hallow’s Eve, aside from the massive sugar rush? Try one of these books that (aside from the last two) have published this year. Some are slightly unsettling, others are downright bone-chilling — and all are certain to make you want to sleep with the lights on. […]
The North Shore Wine & Spirits Event, held Nov. 10-11, 2018, supporting Holiday Heroes, offers a unique holiday experience to taste wines and spirits from around the globe at Art Center Highland Park (1957 Sheridan Road, Highland Park). After finding the perfect wines and spirits, you will be able to purchase bottles and cases to […]
On the hunt for the perfect present for your impossible-to-buy-for dad or too-cool-for-school husband? These eight über-stylish Father’s Day gifts are a guaranteed slam dunk. 1. Yeti Roadie 20 Cooler Way cooler than your average cooler, the Yeti Roadie 20 is sweatproof, leakproof, and keeps 14 cans cold for days. $200, Chicago Fly Fishing Outfitters, […]
