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Festival Fashion, Baking Tips, & More We're Buzzing About This Week
Okay, so baking may not exactly be our strong suit, but these rhubarb treats are so enticing… Read More
Grab The Girls & Get Grilling...With Sangria, Of Course
If your idea of grilling is plugging in the George Foreman, then read on. On Saturday, June 22, Epic is holding a "Girls Gone Grilling" class on its spacious rooftop lounge. But forget heavy steaks and chops. You'll learn how to properly clean, marinate, and grill shrimp instead (hello, ladies who lunch… Read More
Jun 15, 2013 8:00 AM
Festival Fashion, Baking Tips, & More We're Buzzing About This Week
Okay, so baking may not exactly be our strong suit, but these rhubarb treats are so enticing we're totally ready to get creative in the kitchen. Barefoot Contessa, watch your back. (Miss Renaissance)
Are you bumming because you missed last weekend's Simply Stylist event? Catch yourself up with the… Read More
Jun 14, 2013 11:30 AM
Sunday Plans That May Not Include Dad (He'll Understand!)
Yes, you should definitely be thinking about what to do for pop this Sunday (read: Father's Day!). But after what may be a boozy brunch, we suggest you stop by one of our new fave salons, Smith & Davis, for its first annual summer bazaar event.
Over a dozen local vendors will be showcasing their… Read More
Jun 12, 2013 3:00 PM
A Killer Workout & Pro-Dating Tips? This. Is. Happening.
The Bar Method just opened a new studio in the Gold Coast, which means there’s one more spot in the city to help you land a hot body — and a hot date. On Thursday at 7:30 p.m., the sleek studio is hosting a special event with Bela Gandhi, founder of Smart Dating Academy. After working up a good burn… Read More
Jun 12, 2013 11:30 AM
Want To Have A Picnic With Jewel This Weekend? The Deets Are Here
When we were in high school, there wasn’t a day that passed without us pondering: “Who will save your soul, if you won’t save your own?” In college, we were empowered by the notion that our hands — though small — were our own. And today, we still think of Jewel as a poet, an inspiration… Read More
Jun 10, 2013 11:30 AM
Get On Stage At The Lyric Opera — No Singing Skills Required
Sure, Second City is where comedy legends like Tina Fey got their start, but the Lyric Opera’s history isn’t too shabby either. Did you know that the Lyric’s stage is where Maria Callas made her American debut, and where Judy Garland once sang? So, imagine taking all that star power and history… Read More
Jun 8, 2013 8:00 AM
Recipes, Shoe Giveaways, & More We're Buzzing About This Week
Calling all foodies! R29 fave resto Longman & Eagle is hosting the blogger behind the new book Whole Larder Love for a signing and demonstration tomorrow from 4 to 6 p.m. Learn about setting up a home garden, hunting and fishing, and even sourcing ingredients from the wild. (Longman & Eagle… Read More
Jun 7, 2013 11:30 AM
Tonight: A Book Signing With The Editor Of Bon Appétit (Get Grilling!)
TGIF, dear readers! Like us, you're probably already thinking about what you're going to toss over the coals this weekend. So, if you're looking for a little inspiration, be sure to take a look at our Lazy Gal's Ultimate Guide to Grilling — but don't stop there. Tonight Bon Appétit editor-in-chief… Read More
Jun 18, 2013 1:40 PM
Jun 4, 2013 11:30 AM
Drink Up On A Wednesday? It's For A Good Cause
As much as you try to be good until the weekend (i.e. copious amounts of veggies and lots of H20), this is the time of the year when alfresco cocktails become tempting on the other days of the week, too. We're encouraging you to cut yourself some slack this Wednesday, June 5, as it's time for another… Read More
Jun 3, 2013 11:30 AM
An Exclusive R29 Discount To A Food Event You Can't Miss
Chicago is no doubt a foodie town, so when it comes to figuring out where to chow, the world (or at least, the city) is your oyster. But come this Saturday, June 8, you don't have to narrow it down to just one restaurant. Bon Appétit magazine is hosting an afternoon and evening "Grub Crawl" to some… Read More
Jun 3, 2013 6:00 AM
8 Chicago Street Festivals You Can't Miss This Summer
Nothing marks summer in Chicago quite like the beginning of festival season. For four glorious months, there’s more food, art, booze, and music than this city sees in an entire year. Between the Old St. Pat’s block party and the North Side’s Market Days, there’s definitely a cool fest to fete… Read More
Jun 1, 2013 8:00 AM
Food Trucks, '70s Style, & More We're Buzzing About This Week
When the temps go up, our desire to cook goes way down. But, we're totally on board with this summer salad recipe — even better? It's a no-lettuce version. (Cheeky Chicago)
Our favorite Chitown DIY queen just got the Everygirl treatment, and we've got major apartment envy. Check out the color-filled… Read More
May 29, 2013 3:00 PM
Kate Boy Is Coming To Chicago — Get Out Your Ambient Socks!
There’s nothing more intriguing than a little mystery, which is why we’re hooked on electro-pop band Kate Boy. The group’s chanteuse, Kate Akhurst, sacrifices personal identity for a shadowy, unisex persona that doesn’t distract from the group’s dreamy tunes.
The quickly rising band is… Read More
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