The voters have spoken! Thousands of readers took the time to tell us what they find best about the North Shore and Chicago. This year, over 90,000 verified votes were cast in over 11 categories in our annual Best of 2014 awards, and we couldn’t be prouder you responded in such numbers. Here are […]
Evanston is the perfect blend of urban and suburban. It’s filled with funky, trendy shops and restaurants that cater to forward thinking North Shore denizens, especially those that like to eat well. You can easily reach the Dempster Street shopping district via the “L,” or walk from the nearby Metra stops at Davis or Main […]
Chicago real-estate consultant Rhea Campbell recently returned from a nine-day vacation in Thailand. Campbell, her husband and their six-year-old son flew business class and they stayed at upscale hotels in Phuket, Bangkok and Chiang Mai. Campbell and her family take about five trips every year, visiting places like Italy’s Amalfi Coast, Punta Cana and Monterey, Calif. If you’re not envious already, consider this: […]
Winnetka’s northernmost commercial district is a home shopping destination. We love the furniture and furnishings, but the fashion offerings are also worth a trip to the ‘hood. Bedside Manor Contemporary and traditional bed and bath—this venerable store in its new location has linens plus all the extra goodies: beautiful pillows, candles and robes. But the […]
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Memorial Day through Labor Day—summer is here! You may be staring down 12 weeks of open space on the calendar, but trust us, it’s going to go fast. Fill it up with fun! We’ve got great guides to get you going, tons of things to do and places to go, and as always, recommendations […]
Denver in the summer is all about being outdoors. Whether that’s biking, hiking in the mountains or exploring neighborhoods like Larimer Square and the River North (RiNo) Art District by foot, in the Mile-High City, your body has to work harder to get oxygen and your metabolism increases. So even indulging in Little Man Ice Cream after […]
Memorial Day through Labor Day—summer is here! You may be staring down 12 weeks of open space on the calendar, but trust us, it’s going to go fast. Fill it up with fun! We’ve got great guides to get you going, tons of things to do and places to go, and as always, recommendations every […]
Golf isn’t just a four-letter word. It’s a terrific life sport that you can learn to play as a kid and keep on going right until they close the coffin lid. Golf is perfect for family bonding or a girls’ or guys’ day out, and thanks to the plethora of options on the North Shore, […]
We Chicago area residents know the drill: Spend nine months of the year wrapped in fleece and complaining about the cold and three months outdoors. Every. Single. Minute. Possible. Here’s a compilation of some of the North Shore’s best events—some familiar, others worth getting to know. And don’t forget to check our events calendar often […]
