5 Summer Dresses Worth the Splurge

Sequins and Stripes 7/1 5:49A liz

shop this look : Marie Oliver Yvette Dress , The Liv Necklace , Andrea Gomez Bella Platforms , Cesta Raffia Tote I m what I like to call somewhat of a novelty shopper. I gravitate towards pieces that...

Ep. 5: What Makes a Great Chicago Cocktail Bar

Chicago Magazine 7/1 1:00A Sarah Steimer

Amy and John discuss their favorite cocktail bars in the city, what makes a great mixed drink, and what makes Chicago's scene so approachable.

Walk to the Beach for Less Than $500,000

Chicago Magazine 6/30 1:00A Sarah Steimer

Who wouldn’t want to live by the lake, especially during the summer? But the question to ask is: Can you afford it? Today we’re checking out properties currently available that are just a short walk (or bike ride) to the beach for under $500,000....

Has a Chicago Mayor Ever Been Assassinated?

Chicago Magazine 6/26 1:00A Lynette Smith

Yes. In fact, it’s happened twice. The first murdered mayor was Carter Harrison. On October 28, 1893, two days before the closing of the World’s Columbian Exposition, the 68-year-old former lawyer and real estate baron was relaxing in his mansion...

6 Products for Dreamy Summer Skin

Sequins and Stripes 6/24 6:31A liz

6 products I swear by for dreamy summer skin! We are heading out of town next week and all of these products will most definitely be in my suitcase. Our summers don t require much effort in terms for...

Summer Jewelry

Sequins and Stripes 6/22 1:15A liz

shop this post: Jennifer Behr Roma Necklace in Citrine , Jennifer Behr Turquoise Drops , Ben Amun Bracelets , Chan Luu Mother of Pearl Bracelet , Jennifer Behr Aegean Earrings , Jennifer Behr Roma...

How to Coexist With Coyotes

Chicago Magazine 6/20 5:26A Sarah Steimer

After his video and images of coyote pups in Graceland Cemetery went viral, the author offers insight on these longtime Chicago residents.

Slow Burn

Chicago Magazine 6/19 2:43A Lynette Smith

Although we were one of only three tables seated in the restaurant, it had become clear that no amount of waving would bring a server, so my wife took it upon herself to go into the kitchen. She soon emerged with our waiter, who wasn’t bothered...

Embracing Santa Fe Summer

Chicago Magazine 6/17 3:40A Chicago Magazine

Earth-toned adobes, hikes that lead to towering cliffs and former ancestral homes, an art scene that’s so vibrant it spills out of museums and into city-wide events and venues, cuisine that is an art form of its own… Chicagoans will experience a...

Ep. 4: Summer Patios and Seasonal Dining

Chicago Magazine 6/17 1:00A Sarah Steimer

John and Amy discuss their favorite spots for outdoor dining in Chicago, the dishes and drinks they look forward to each summer, and the best places for seasonal cooking.

Five Condos in Adaptive Reuse Buildings

Chicago Magazine 6/16 1:00A Sarah Steimer

This approach is a great solution as it preserves Chicago’s architectural heritage, promotes sustainability, and can even help revitalize the surrounding neighborhoods.

Peering Inside Chicago’s Original Art Colony

Chicago Magazine 6/12 5:41A Sarah Steimer

In Chicago’s Fine Arts Building: Music, Magic, and Murder , author Keir Graff traces the many legacies of the city’s vibrant culture hub.

Kumiko’s Potato Salad

Chicago Magazine 6/11 1:00A Lynette Smith

Kumiko’s Julia Momosé is a master of thoughtful, impeccably balanced cocktails inspired by her native Japan. Her potato salad calls for the same level of care, from pickling petite cucumbers in shio koji (fermented rice) brine to prepping both...

The Four Best Frozen Drinks

Chicago Magazine 6/10 1:00A Lynette Smith

1 Hurricane at Daisy’s Po-Boy and Tavern It’s better than many of the ones we’ve had in New Orleans. With two types of rum, passionfruit, orange juice, and pomegranate, it’s potent and tart and goes down almost too easy. $15. 5215 S. Harper Ave.,...

What to Wear + Where

Sequins and Stripes 6/5 11:37P liz

what to wear to the pool with the kids Let s catch up on a bunch of what to wear + where suggestions from the past couple of weeks! A collection of fun outfit styling suggestions to help you get...