No matter if you are planning to spend Easter with family or friends, there are plenty of options to have fun in Chicago this Easter.  Whether you want to take the kids egg hunting at events held in some of the best Chicago parks or enjoy the best Easter brunches with your mates (we all know Chicago food is great, but on even more so on special occasions), Easter is right around the corner and you should really decide what to do, since there are tickets to be bought and arrangements to be made. True, the holiday’s festivities are mostly kid-focused—and you’ll find plenty of Easter Bunny m ..read more

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson announced February 20th that the City of Chicago is suing six oil and gas corporations and their largest trade association for deceiving Chicago consumers about the climate dangers associated with their products.  Filed in the Circuit Court of Cook County, the complaint names BP, Chevron, ConocoPhillips, Exxon Mobil, Phillips 66, Shell, and the American Petroleum Institute as Defendants.  Investments to accelerate neighborhood-level resilience and climate mitigation in Chicago Chicago, like cities worldwide, must confront the realities of a changing clim ..read more

Good news for Chicago pizza lovers. Yelp has released the 2024 Top Pizza Spots rankings, and one of our beloved pie shops, Pequod’s Pizza, has ranked No. 1 in the top 100 best pizza places across the US.  The Windy City has been lauded as a foodie haven, and many reputable culinary publications like Bon Appétit, Conde Nast Traveler, and Food & Wine have all acclaimed Chicago’s food scene. You can find a variety of sensational dishes in over 8,000 restaurants spread across the city. Chicago style pizza, a slice of foodie heaven One of the most beloved Chicago foods, also known as Chica ..read more

The Thompson Center –  or, as it should now be known as, the Loop Googleplex — has a future without completely breaking loose from its past. Some major renovations are on the way before Google employees come to fill up the office spaces in 2026, but the feel of the building, as well as most of its original architectural traits will be retained. Google has acquired the building two years ago In 2022, Google announced plans to buy the Thompson Center for $105 million and use it as a second Chicago HQ to complement its Fulton Market offices. Now, almost 18 months later, before work is scheduled t ..read more

This February, acclaimed French restaurant La Grande Boucherie is bringing its Parisian dining concept to Chicago’s River North neighborhood, placing a high bet on the Chicagoans’ appetite for fine meals.  A 100-year-old glass mural from Paris that survived WWII The 10,120 square foot restaurant marks the brand’s first location outside of New York City, and  offers authentic French cuisine in a remarkable Art Nouveau interior. Boucherie has built a devoted following of locals and visitors since the opening of its first West Village location in 2016, and today La Grande Boucherie alon ..read more

Ping pong players consider their tables, paddles, and balls but ping pong nets are often the most forgotten part of the game. A strong, sturdy, durable, ping pong net is an important part of any ping pong match though. This is why you need a great ping pong net. When looking at ping pong net, whether you are looking for a replacement net or an upgraded net, you want to make sure you take a few factors into consideration. You want to make sure they are sturdy, stable, and that they conform to any regulations for the type of match you play. To help you decide between the best ping pong nets of 2 ..read more

If you love pool, you need a pool table. With a portable pool table, you will never have an excuse not to play again. Whether you are short on space or always on the go, these portable tables are a must-have for any pool enthusiast. It is also a great way to start a child’s love of the game. On this list, we will discuss the best 7 portable pool tables of 2024. These are the best-reviewed tables of the years and have features that owners love. We will also discuss some helpful tips on how to choose the best portable pool table for you and your family. Each portable pool table that is reviewed ..read more

Hiking is the ultimate activity for the lovers of the great outdoors. It can help you get up close to nature, break some sweat, and stay fit. However, hiking can be quite taxing on your body, especially if you are doing it on hilly terrain. You will lose a considerable amount of body water through sweating, which is why you need to hydrate properly before, after and throughout your hike. Whether you’re a veteran hiker or a rookie, it pays to have the right water bottle for hiking before you hit your trail. That’s why we’ve put together a review of the 8 best water bottles for hiking.  Bef ..read more

Dog lovers know that having a dog is one of the best and most rewarding experiences in life. Dogs are loyal, fun, wonderful animals that make the perfect companions for people. There is a reason they are known as “man’s best friend”. Dog lovers also know that there is nothing worse than having an undisciplined, untrained dog as a pet. This is why training your dog is so important. If you have had a dog beside you your whole life or you are someone who is thinking about getting a first dog, you should also think about how you will train that dog. That is why this list of the best dog training b ..read more

When it’s your turn to host poker night, you don’t want to look like a joker. Forget dealing and anteing up onto the same kitchen table where you eat breakfast. Whether it’s a folding table or an oak masterpiece, you want the right surface to match the occasion. The right poker table transports players to a different world: the far-flung game rooms of Vegas and Monaco, Atlantic City, and Macau. Break out the bourbon, the cigars, and the deck of cards—it’s time to go all in with one of our picks for the twelve best poker tables to buy in 2024.   FEATURED LISTING: 1- Triton Classic Folding ..read more