Many of us who lived or worked in the Ravenswood area still miss the late, great Zephyr Cafe. While nothing has taken the place of that great ice cream parlor, Rosemary Lucas, a former Zephyr manager, opened Tiztal Café with business partner Teresa Zepeda in 2008, bringing Zephyr’s family-friendly atmosphere and creatively customed, unusual blends to this cozy Mexican restaurant, serving breakfast and lunch every day.

Now that fall is here and winter is just around the corner, most of us will be closing windows and turning on the heat. Now that we can’t let the fresh air in, we need to focus on keeping the air inside as fresh as possible. Here are a few tips for detoxifying your indoor space.

Lighting plays a pivotal role in shaping the atmosphere and functionality of any living space. From setting the mood to enhancing the overall design aesthetic, the right lighting can transform a room from dull to dynamic.

This weekend we are half-way through October which means our holiday season here in Chicago will officially kick-off on Halloween. In fact, many Halloween festivities have already begun! Here’s what’s on the schedule for this weekend.

It looks innocent enough, but across the street from Millennium Park, the historic, 131-year old Congress Plaza Hotel, 520 S. Michigan Avenue, the host of presidents and gangsters, has been named ‘Chicago’s most haunted hotel,’ by ghost experts throughout the world.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and in Chicago, many businesses are creating special events and donating funds toward a cure.

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Navigating the complex world of home financing can be a daunting task, especially for first-time homebuyers. One crucial step in the process is obtaining a mortgage pre-approval, a preliminary assessment by a lender that determines your eligibility for a home loan.

Another gorgeous autumn weekend is in store for us so be sure to fit at least one of this weekend’s events into your schedule!

This week marks a turning point in the annals of Chicago history. As Wikipedia sources tell it, The Great Chicago Fire burned from October 8–10, 1871.

”Come for the food, stay for the scare!” seems to be the overriding theme of The Dandy Crown Restaurant this Halloween season.

With the cooler temperatures of fall coming in, it’s time to heat up the stove and let the oven do a good share of the work for your meals! Roasting is one of the easiest ways to cook vegetables.

Transform your home into a spooky spectacle this Halloween with easy do-it-yourself decorations that won't break the bank. From eerie lighting to ghoulish garlands, this guide will show you how to create a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere on a budget.

This first weekend of October kicks off the Fall Festival Season here in Chicago. It’s a time of celebrating all things Fall such as cooler temps, football, wine, beer, apples, and endless Oktoberfests!

Boasting “the largest collection of Chicago Cubs World Series memorabilia in the city,” Streeterville’s Chicago Sports Museum at Water Tower Place, 835 N. Michigan Avenue, is home to all things Chicago sports, offering interactive experiences pitting yourself against Chicago’s living legends, including Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bears.

As a lifelong Chicago sports fan, who was lucky enough to cover and report on every sport Chicago has to offer, Harry Caray’s restaurants in Chicago and suburbs hold a special place in my heart.

The older I get the worse my memory seems. It is a daily challenge to keep important things in the front of my mind. Recently, I was mortified to find out that I had not only forgotten my son’s wedding anniversary but their 25th! Here are a few ways to strengthen your memory and (maybe) avoid big mistakes like mine:

In today's world, where environmental concerns are at the forefront of global discussions, practicing water and energy conservation at home has become increasingly important.

The temps may have cooled down but not our festival season here in Chicago! In fact, we’ll be celebrating with food, jazz, food, a run/walk, and did I mention, more food. Yep, this last weekend of September is going to be filled with culinary delights.

Sprichst du deutsch? During this season of Oktoberfests and harvest festivals, everyone converges around Lincoln Square (Lawrence, Lincoln and Western Avenues) for good times, music, dancing…und Bier!

The inspiration for Chef Stephanie Izard to create the West Loop’s Duck Duck Goat are the Chinese American restaurants and recipes that Chef Izard has enjoyed throughout her lifetime.