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Holiday Gift Guide 2014: 56 Great Local Finds
By Gina Bazer, Lynn Okura Bey, Heiji Choy Black, Carly Boers, Carrie Schedler, and Lena Singer
Whether you’re shopping for the foodie, culture vulture, fashion addict, or kiddo on your list, you’re sure to find a great gift among these 44 goodies—all of which were designed or made right here in Chicagoland. Read more
Laura Letinsky’s Urban Garden
By Heiji Choy Black and Lena Singer
CONSTANT GARDENER: Laura Letinsky—an artist and all-seasons urban gardener—kicks off spring with a gathering of green thumbs (and has tips to help you get growing) Read more
Holiday 2012 Gift Guide: Made in Chicago
By Megan Lovejoy, Seth Putnam, and Lena Singer
Locavores, rejoice! The season’s perfect presents—from fine jewelry to modern furniture—were made or designed right here in Chicago. For everyone on your list, buy something from home for the holidays. Read more
Singles 2012: Most Eligible Chicagoans
By Carly Boers, Amalie Drury, Noah Isackson, Esther Kang and Lena Singer
What do a Chicago Bear, an indie rocker, two A-list chefs, and a WXRT DJ have in common? Each is ridiculously talented, for starters—and all are looking for love Read more
Midwest Foodie Destinations
By Ann Christenson, Noah Isackson, Lena Singer, and Jennifer Tanaka
WILL DRIVE FOR FOOD: Craving a road trip? These five towns have it all: great scenery, lots of things to do for the whole family, and—here's what's new—amazing restaurants and artisanal foods, beers, and wines that will keep you happy no matter what you're hungry for. Best of all, they're all reachable by car. Find out who our winners are, listed by distance from Chicago. Read more