Vinegar is a natural solvent that can be used to clean the house without the use of harsh chemicals. These chemicals are not only unhealthy to breathe, but they’re also not good for the environment.
You’re not going to believe that Chicago welcomed in the “official” start of summer this past Wednesday, as our weekend temps will be more like spring temps! But, that might not be such a bad thing for this weekend’s outdoor festivals!!
Bucktown and Wicker Park: Do you miss the 90s? Well, you’re in luck! Kel Mitchell (yes, that Kel Mitchell!) of Nickelodeon shows such as “All That” and “Kenan and Kel” will host a 90s-themed bar crawl this Saturday in Wicker Park. Wear your best 90s outfit or dress as your favorite 90s character! The crawl is scheduled from 2 to 9 pm and will stop at 11 bars.
Fixing up your home is a great idea when you’ve decided to put your home on the market. However, you need to be careful with the types of projects you take on and what you decide to invest your time and money in. While some projects may bring in a high ROI, many others won’t let you recoup all that money spent.
Bar food is always a toss-up. You never know if you’re going to happen on a hidden gem or wish you had decided to eat at home instead. This week took me to a very surprising hidden gem! Finley Dunne’s Tavern (3458 N. Lincoln) is an unassuming sports bar in Lakeview.
The majority of residential real estate contracts typically come with a contingency that allows the buyer to have the home inspected by a professional before the deal is sealed. Buyers usually pay for this service themselves, while sellers simply allow them to book a few hours to inspect the home from top to bottom. So, if the buyer is arranging – and paying for – a home inspection, why should you as a seller pay to have your own pre-inspection done?
We can all benefit from safety awareness around our homes. Although all of us are at risk of falls, older Americans are especially vulnerable. Falls are the leading cause of reduced independence in people over 65, with 1 in 4 falling every year. More than 25,500 older adults died from falls in 2013 alone.
Lakeview: Houndstooth Saloon is celebrating their 11th anniversary this weekend! Houndstooth has been serving up Southern-inspired American food, an extensive draft beer list, and craft cocktails since 2006. On Saturday night, they’ll celebrate their birthday with their customers by offering 11-cent (yes you read that right, 11 CENTS!) Smirnoff cocktails and $1.11 Bell’s Brewery drafts. Stop in for cheap drinks and good, down home Southern food!
I’ve officially found a new favorite restaurant obsession. Middle East Grocery (1512 W. Foster Ave.) is a charming restaurant and grocery store combination in the heart of Andersonville. I stopped in on a beautiful Saturday afternoon, looking for a quick and easy lunch.
In the summer, we often don’t feel like cooking; even less like eating. There are some easy salads to put together and meats to cook, that require minimal effort. Even if it’s too hot to grill outside, there are ways to cook inside that don’t heat up the house.
