Temperatures are rising, and for some people that means it’s time to hit the road again—on a bicycle. Anyone who has driven Sheridan Road on a weekend knows just how popular biking is on the North Shore. But some people are really getting in gear and signing up for week-long biking trips, from the wine […]
Summer is always a great time to get away. Whether it’s a quick drive north or a plane ride away, there are plenty of attractions and festivals that are worth the trip. These eight fests (plus a bonus, close-to-home option) offer something for everyone: music and food, a state fair, art and garden shows and […]
Biking is one of summer’s most fun calorie busters. Hopping on a bike path offers the best of both worlds—it’s a safe I-got-the-kids-outside-in-fresh-air-and-away-from-Wii alternative, and you can squeeze in a workout. In fact, a one-hour ride at 12-14 miles an hour will knock 550 calories off your 140-pound frame. Moms love multi-tasking. If you’ve grown […]
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Have plans this weekend? If your options are the same as all the weekends of the past five years—mediocre movies, pricey restaurants or catching up on Facebook—ponder the following as a fun, inexpensive night out: art openings. What used to be considered hobnobbing with the rich and famous has morphed into an innovative night out […]
Cooking on vacation? You must be kidding! For many, an essential ingredient to being on vacation is freedom from kitchen duty. Yet, the popularity of cooking TV shows and a yearning for authentic travel experiences has a growing number of travelers spicing up their vacations with cooking classes and culinary tours. Here’s a taste of […]
As it turns out, I’m fortunate that my parents couldn’t afford new furniture for the rambling old Georgian colonial home where they raised five children.
Teatime is brewing. Most of our days are filled with work, chores and other responsibilities, but sometimes it’s good to slow down a little. Our suggestion? Take time out for afternoon tea, a leisurely luxury that’s steeped in tradition and perfect for Mother’s Day. A cup of tea infuses a bit of calmness into our […]
There’s no reason a Chicago weekend of museums, shopping and a show shouldn’t include plopping onto a plush bed that you won’t have to make the next morning. Several new hotels recently opened around town, from simple to swanky. The Langham 330 N. Wabash Ave. 312-923-9988 The blocky Mies van der Rohe skyscraper (the former […]
Can’t wait to get away and enjoy some sun and sand? Take your vacation to the next level this year with three destinations perfect for the adventurous family or even those sticking to a budget.
