Can you picture it? Colorful produce as far as the eye can see, stalls full of fresh-cut flowers, and plenty of tasty treats from local vendors — finally! The farmers’ market scene in Chicagoland has begun for the summer. Check out our comprehensive list of markets throughout the city and North Shore — whether you’re […]
Father’s Day is approaching fast! If you are still searching for the perfect gift for your father or father figure, check out these eight great gifts that you can pick up from local shops in Chicago and the North Shore. Backyard BBQ Store BBQ Rub and Spice Backyard Bundle, $89 Help the dad in your […]
Celebrate the moms and mother figures in your life while supporting local, primarily female-owned businesses throughout the North Shore and Chicago. From classic chocolate and flowers to spa days and wine sets, this local gift guide has 10 great gifts to show appreciation for the moms in your life. Kohler Chocolates Lincoln Park Kohler Original […]
Here’s some great local finds that are both beautiful and sustainable. Adele Coverlet; from $517 Bella Notte, Novato Designed, cut, sewn and dyed in Novato, this 100% organic cotton, single-layer, damask-weave coverlet is embellished with a subtle pattern and silk-velvet edge. Tinted Organic Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30; $20 Olita, San Rafael Shield skin from […]
One of the amazing things about living in the Bay Area is the easy access to locally grown and sustainably sourced ingredients. The region is home to many excellent food purveyors who practice sustainable agriculture and are also family-owned. Here in Marin, a hotbed of farm-fresh food and eco-friendliness, you don’t have to wander far […]
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner — help make this holiday a sweet one with these gifts from Chicago-area shops and small businesses. Love Zoom Balloon$54, Luft Balloon This balloon “bouquet” is the perfect way to shower your loved one with love. Even better, the latex balloons are made in the U.S. and are […]
February — which it is worth noting, is the shortest month of the year — is Black History Month in America, and traditionally when you’ll see Black-owned restaurant roundups like this one (written by a white food journalist, no less). But you’d be a fool to give short shrift to any of these terrific places, […]
These must-have products from Bay Area brands and shops will keep you looking good from head to toe. Sexy Glow Shimmer Powder; $36 Margarita Cosmetics, Tiburon This versatile shimmer powder from Moscow- and Marin County-trained beauty and skincare expert Margo Martynko can be used on its own or mixed with lotion. Helix AM/PM Eye Gel; $52 […]
‘Tis the holiday shopping season! Sure, it can be easy to hop on Amazon to do your holiday shopping, but we encourage you to remember to support your local shops whenever possible, especially during the holidays when competition is so high. We’ve made it easy for you with our list of Chicago small businesses to […]
Although holiday shopping can be exhausting, it’s actually good for you. A Harvard Business School study found that giving gifts, money or donating to others increases our happiness more than spending that money on ourselves. So, go ahead and spoil the ones you love this year. Not only will it lift your mood, but your […]
