Easy Chia Seed Pudding

Sequins and Stripes 9/8 2:22A liz

I m on a mission to eat more fiber and this easy chia seed recipe is so yummy. Chia seeds aren t my favorite texture but when my soon to be sister-in-law whipped this up my feelings changed! A great...

What’s Brewing Beyond The Beach

Chicago Magazine 9/2 6:36A Chicago Magazine

The beautiful beaches and emerald Gulf waters of St. Pete-Clearwater provide the perfect backdrop for indulgently lazy beach days. After a relaxing day and a legendary sunset, this vibrant and eclectic community comes to life. St. Pete-Clearwater...

Local Style Chips

Chicago Magazine 9/1 1:00A Lynette Smith

Mash-ups thrive in today’s culinary landscape, so it was only a matter of time before someone put the flavors of a Chicago-style hot dog, deep-dish pizza, giardiniera, and Italian beef into chip form. “I love potato chips and I love Chicago food,...

Why Is Our Skyline Visible From Across the Lake?

Chicago Magazine 8/27 1:00A Lynette Smith

When I lived in Grand Beach, Michigan, on the other side of Lake Michigan, I could usually see the three tallest buildings in Chicago from the beach at the end of my street. On rare occasions, I got the entire skyline. But at 43 miles away and...

Lula Cafe’s Baked French Feta

Chicago Magazine 8/27 1:00A Lynette Smith

Sure, you could cheat and use store-bought marinated olives in this riotously herbal, satisfyingly salty broiled feta dish, a longtime standard at Lula Cafe. But as one might expect from the mind behind a restaurant powered by ingredients and...

Where We Go for Korean Food in the Chicago Area

Chicago Magazine 8/26 2:28A Sarah Steimer

After diving into his review of Mister Tiger, John gives us his rundown of where to go in Chicago and the suburbs for Korean barbecue, pochas, noraebang, and more. Plus, Amy gives us the scoop on a fantastic steakhouse dessert.

Peter Orner Loves Stories that Lead to Questions, Not Answers

Chicago Magazine 8/26 1:00A Sarah Steimer

In The Gossip Columnist’s Daughter , the author melds fictional characters with true Chicago events — namely, the 1963 murder of Karyn “Cookie” Kupcinet.

Cultivating Plant Connections: The Chicago Botanic Garden is Growing a Healthy, Beautiful,...

Chicago Magazine 8/25 1:00A Chicago Magazine

Content oversight provided by Studio 1847 Most visitors arrive at Chicago Botanic Garden to find the beauty one might expect — lavish backdrops for the perfect snapshot, chef-led cooking demos filling the air with delicious aromas and serene...

Asian Chicken Salad Recipe

Sequins and Stripes 8/14 1:56A liz

A few months ago I had an impromptu wine and chat with three of my friends. The plan was to just hang for an hour, have a glass of wine and sit by my girlfriend s pool. Well two hours later we were so...

Coffee with Liz • August 8, 2025

Sequins and Stripes 8/10 2:15A liz

What are your kid friendly Charleston recs? I have a family friend guide to Charleston right here ! It has great day suggestions, too. Do you think you ll be a blogger/influencer forever? I don t...

Pre-Fall Shopping Favorites

Sequins and Stripes 8/8 12:32A liz

Veronica Beard Barn Jacket , Sezane Claud Necklace , Doen Printed Skirt , Hunter Bell Stripe Allegra Skirt , Loeffler Randall Hair Clip , Liffner Suede Micro Tote , Me+Em Baby Tee Cardigan , Chocolate...

Why Does Chicago Have Elevated Trains?

Chicago Magazine 8/7 1:00A Lynette Smith

Two reasons: money and geology. In the early 1890s, as Chicago prepared for the World’s Columbian Exposition, there was a rush by private companies to build a public transportation system here. The first elevated train line was opened in 1892,...

Martha’s Spatchcocked Lemon Chicken

Sequins and Stripes 8/6 3:07A liz

I m always looking for ways to jazz up my protein during the week and Martha Stewart s Spatchcocked Chicken is one of my favorite ways to do so. It is light, fresh, flavorful and a hit with the entire...

What’s for Sale in Rogers Park?

Chicago Magazine 8/4 1:00A Sarah Steimer

Rogers Park is one of Chicago’s most diverse neighborhoods, closely reflecting the overall demographics of the city.

Brian Behan

Chicago Magazine 7/31 1:48A Chicago Magazine

After 17 years at the Chicago Board of Trade, Brian Behan sought a more fulfilling path and transitioned into real estate—a move that proved to be a perfect fit. A top-producing agent with @properties Christie’s International Real Estate, Brian...