Splash Magazines – Adding Style to Your Life

October 3, 2024

Local Novato, CA Coffee With a Cop Day a Great Success

October 2, 2024 0

I admit I had mixed emotions when I accidentally discovered National Coffee with a Cop Day while researching the local details for my annual National Coffee Day coverage. Honestly, my first thought was, “Is this […]

Picture Books Thrive – 17th Annual CARLE HONORS Literary Legacies

October 1, 2024 0

It was a thrill to step foot into the New-York Historical Society and into the magical world of picture books for 17th Carle Honors, the annual gala to benefit The Eric Carle Museum of Picture […]

ATP Atelier – Maj-La Pizzelli’s Philosophy of Smart Luxury

September 28, 2024 0

Maj-La Pizzelli is a genius when it comes to combining the best of both worlds – Scandinavian design with the famous “Made in Italy” trademark for her brand ATP Atelier she runs with business partner […]

El Tapeo Restaurant in Oakbrook Celebrates Spanish Tradition and Culture with Panache

Restaurant Reviews

October 2, 2024 0

El Tapeo, 2100 Spring Road in Oakbrook, translates colloquially as Let us go for Spanish Tapas. Tapas are those delightful traditional small hot and cold plates so popular across Spain. There is, of course, controversy [...]

“Waitress” Serves Up Sweetness

Music & Arts

October 1, 2024 0

There is a popular expression that goes like this: “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade”. This oft used phrase succinctly encapsulates the philosophy that even the worst situations can be turned around. It encourages [...]

Entertainment

Fidelio is a Triumph at the Lyric Opera

September 29, 2024 0

Beethoven’s Fidelio at the Lyric Opera of Chicago is absolutely superb. The opera, Beethoven’s only foray into the genre, is renowned for its themes of justice, liberty, and the power of love. This production, conducted [...]

Entertainment

HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD Weaves a Magical Spell

September 29, 2024 0

Hogwarts in HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD. Photo by Matt Murphy. Fortunately for Chicago area theatregoers, HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD is settling in for a four-month residency at the Broadway in Chicago [...]

Entertainment

Noises Off – Laughter On at Steppenwolf Theatre Company

September 29, 2024 0

Ensemble member James Vincent Meredith, Ora Jones, and Vaneh Assadourian in Steppenwolf Theatre’s revival of Noises Off. Photo by Michael Brosilow. Steppenwolf Theatre Company, the nation’s premier ensemble theater company, opens its 49th season with [...]