We call breakfast the most important meal of the day, but going to bed with an empty stomach can be as bad as skipping your morning meal! We don’t think of needing fuel for sleep, but there are many processes taking place while we sleep that restore us.

There’s something magical about fall. The crisp air, the warm colors, and the cozy atmosphere all create a sense of comfort that makes people want to linger a little longer.

As we begin to transition into the fall season, this weekend kicks off the myriad of Oktoberfests taking place in Chicago this year. Come join us on our adventures as we welcome the hoisting of the steins season!

As your family makes the adjustment to ramped-up school and activity schedules, the best way to de-stress the body and mind is with relaxation and movement.

"If a family turned their large dining room into a beer hall, it’d look something like Himmel’s." The Infatuation, 10/14/24

Among kids aged 5 to 18, desire to read is at the lowest levels since 2005. Only about one third of respondents’ report reading in their free time and reading daily. Of course, this is disturbing because reading is fundamental to becoming (and remaining) a well rounded person.

Mortgage rates are on the move again—and this time, buyers and sellers alike have reason to pay attention. A drop in interest rates can shift the market in powerful ways, opening up opportunities that might not have been available just a few months ago.

We’re looking at a warmup in temps for this weekend. Not sure how many more we’ll have like this so may I suggest that you take advantage of this weekend’s outdoor events and enjoy some fun downtime with family and friends!

As you raise a giant mug of bier at one of Chicago’s many Oktoberfests this fall, you might want to consider the history of the German-American experience in Chicago.

“We really wanted a menu that spoke to Chicago.” Ryan Craig, Levy Restaurants Executive Chef, Soldier Field.

Do you ever get home from vacation only to find yourself depressed? Even just a long weekend away can be so much fun that coming back makes your everyday life feel mundane. While the “post vacation blues” usually passes within a week or so, it’s possible to avoid it altogether. Here are some ways to make your return easier.

When it comes to selling a home, bathrooms play a bigger role than many sellers realize. Buyers are often looking for clean, modern spaces that feel open and functional—even if the square footage is limited.

I’m filling in for the incomparable Sue Moss this week. Labor Day may signal the end of summer, but the fun’s just getting started for a myriad of Chicago fall festivities!

Formed by the North Branch of the Chicago River on the west and the North Branch Canal on the east, Goose Island is a 160-acre artificial island, and while it’s now synonymous with good times and cool young people, thanks to the success of Goose Island Brewery and the area’s nightlife.

The festival that started so many others is back! The 45th annual Taste of Chicago begins this Friday, September 5 through Sunday, September 7 in Grant Park by Buckingham Fountain, on Jackson and Columbus Drives.

I’m sure if you’re like me you are harvesting more tomatoes than you can possibly eat. Sometimes I feel like I’m turning into a tomato! Here are a few easy ways to preserve these delicious tomatoes so you can enjoy them even when the snow arrives...

As summer fades and the crispness of fall approaches, it’s the perfect time to shift gears and prepare your home for the changing seasons.

Make the most of your extended Labor Day Weekend with these top events that come with no shortage of ways to soak up the summer season’s final days while honoring the American worker!

Technically, summer is over, and the kids may be back in school, but Chicago’s iconic museums continue their free days throughout the fall and winter seasons!

In celebration of this week’s National Dog Day, Dean’s Team Chicago is featuring a restaurant that not only allow dogs on their patios, but cater to their needs with their own special menu.

Even if you have no immediate plans to put your home on the market, you should keep curb appeal in mind when doing upgrades in front of your home and landscape. Before buyers even go inside, they are already forming opinions. Here are a few things to avoid, thereby improving your curb appeal.