The plans are made, the table’s set, and you’ve agreed under duress to make a turkey for the extended family. But you’ve neither the time nor inclination to fuss with all the side dishes and desserts, and you want to step it up a bit from the Jewel pumpkin pie and a can of cranberry […]
Being grateful is well, great — great for your health, great for your kids, and great for everyone around you. Studies show grateful people are less depressed and stressed and report higher levels of happiness and optimism. It also improves your overall mental health. So how do you encourage gratitude in your family? Start at […]
It will officially start feeling like the holidays this weekend with the return of seasonal favorites like “A Christmas Carol” at Goodman Theatre and Christkindlmarket. But if you’re not quite ready, don’t worry! “Don Giovanni” opens at Lyric Opera of Chicago, wndr Museum hosts a fall-themed event, and more. Christmas Around the World and Holidays […]
There’s nothing we enjoy more than a day spent wandering between artist and vendor booths, especially when it’s time to start the process of purchasing holiday gifts. Here are some must-visit markets to add to your to-do list. SOFA CHICAGO Oct. 31 to Nov. 3 The Sculpture Objects Functional Art and Design Fair at Navy […]
Five epic adventures for Father’s Day.
Can we all agree? The Chicago dog is top dog. But if you love hot dogs, and want to impress friends and family this Memorial Day weekend, we’ve got five hot dog recipes from around the country that put a gourmet spin on the classic backyard barbecue fare. Here are five fun ways chefs prepare […]
Dads — how do we count the ways we love them? At Better, we love our dads and husbands for being the best fixer-uppers, protectors of the Wi-Fi, expert s’more makers, paper-airplane connoisseurs, champion dish washers, top-notch homework helpers, tireless workers … the list goes on. This Father’s Day, thank the dad in your life […]
Even if your mom is endlessly practical and will swear until the cows come home that she’s over the moon about a new vacuum cleaner or coffee mug, sometimes you just need to take matters into your own hands and indulge her with something a bit more fun. Here are six foolproof, on-trend gifts that […]
Mom deserves only the best on Mother’s Day. Here’s where to wine, dine, pamper, and surprise her this year. Stay Kimpton Gray Hotel The Kimpton Gray Hotel is treating moms to a charcoal skincare gift basket from Scratch Goods, a local woman-owned company that makes food-grade skincare. Goodies include a jade roller, charcoal face mask, and […]
Whether you’re celebrating with friends or family, here are a few ways to enjoy St. Patrick’s Day weekend around Chicago. St. Patrick’s Day Whiskey Dinner March 15 Chicago Start the weekend with a five-course dinner — each course featuring a “distinct and rare whiskey” — at Chicago q. St. Paddy’s Pancakes at Cupitol March 15-17 […]
