The American Craft Exposition is returning to Evanston’s Harry Crown Sports Pavilion on the Northwestern campus this weekend for the 27th time, and it’s a splendid opportunity to view fine handmade furniture, glassware, textile art, clothing, jewelry, and mixed-media pieces by more than 150 juried artists…
The New York International Gift Fair just announced the winners of the Accent on Design ”Bloggers Choice” Awards for top home, gift, and lifestyle products…
A honey company and the North Lawndale Employment Network put ex-offenders to work as beekeepers in the shadow of O’Hare.
LET THEM EAT CARPACCIO: On the back of Mia Francesca, the modest Italian restaurant in Lake View, Harris has built a dining empire now on the brink of expanding to both coasts.
List Price: $5.495 million
The Property: Standing high on a Winnetka bluff in what’s known as the Ravines, this 50-year-old house offers a view to the west of the tree-filled ravine and to the east of Lake Michigan. On a gorgeous summer day like the one when we shot today’s video, it’s easy to see why Robert and Moya Chase haven’t wanted to move in the 35 years since they bought the home…
News that Sonic Drive-In might come to Uptown brings back memories of a life spent in fast-food joints and regional chain restaurants.
A Monumental Opening“Do you know why we named Maggiano’s Maggiano’s?” asks Rich Melman…
We don’t want to alarm you, but summer is dwindling. Here’s what to do before it’s too late. Plus, Morlen Sinoway’s weekend plans.
Three companies go to the world’s biggest developing market… and it’s the new kid that learns the hardest lesson. What it means for the new economy, and the new old economy.
How do you see our fair city? Take a look at the work of local photographer Joe Lekas for an Alice-In-Wonderland view of Chicago landmarks…
