The holidays tend to bring out the best in people, from attitude to fashion. People like to feel good from the inside out. Sometimes procrastination gets to us, while other times the cab driving by hits the biggest puddle possible and turns your blowout into more of a tsunami look. Whatever the case may be,…
The winter holiday season is perhaps one of the most joyous times of the year. Family, friends and feasting are the main focuses. Some traditions call for everyone to gather in the kitchen and around the dining room table, while others focus on the time together and the meal presented before them. For the latter…
If you live in the city and love Japanese and Korean food, you may consider visiting the northwest suburbs. Many Japanese and Korean companies have made Schaumburg and Hoffman Estates their North American Headquarters. As a result, neighboring suburbs have a large Japanese and Korean population. Many consider Arlington Heights Little Japan. In addition, another…
I tend to find myself out and about traveling for various reasons, without fail, 10 out of the 12 months in a year? sometimes more. Mountains last week, Great Plains this week, back to the city very soon. As much pleasure as I find in the mountains and the escapes from reality? it is videos…
Forest Park, Illinois is known well for neighborhood dining, but in the past it was known for its many Irish pubs. In fact, Forest Park has its own St. Patrick?s Day parade which is quite popular. Some of the Irish pubs and as some like to call, the ?old-man? bars have closed? but there are…
Madison Street, which runs thru Oak Park and Forest Park, is full of boutiques, antiques, restaurants, bars and anything else under the sun. With the holidays coming up, this street is a festive place to do your holiday shopping, and eat some fabulous food. Their annual Holiday walk is an event not be missed. On…
For some men, getting a haircut is put-off as long as possible? others look forward to the experience. Fortunately, for a mens haircut, Chicago offers everything from the classic barbershop experience, to a sophisticated lounge experience that will make you want to hang around for awhile. If you are one of those men that views…
Whether you?re looking to get your hair done for a special occasion or just want to bond with your best friend over a glass of champagne and fabulous hair, blowout hair salons are all the rage. Luckily, several of these salons have begun to pop-up around Chicago ? and they?re leaving heads full of beautiful…
These restaurants near O Hare airport and Rosemont are a short car drive. If you have a layover or are staying a few days and want to experience some great and unique food, then these places will not disappoint. AGOSTINO GUSTOFINO 2817 N Harlem Ave, Chicago, IL 60707 (773) 745-6464 This family owned Italian restaurant…
