There are so many places to enjoy in Chicago, especially when it comes to food. Grand Lux has always been one of my favorite restaurants since I first moved here about 7 years ago. There's a wide variety of delicious food and the decor is beautiful. My family...
So I'm just gonna be upfront -- today's my birthday so I decided I should do something cake related. One of my friends really loves cupcakes and my other friend has decided to use cupcakes for her wedding. They're kind of a big deal. And so is Sprinkes, a luxurious...
Rooftop Review: Plymouth Restaurant Summer is the best time in Chicago for a reason -- beautiful weather, great views and awesome food. Rooftops are a Chicago favorite. While there are many greats to choose from in the downtown area, it's nice to get the tucked away...
I had the pleasure of meeting with Randy Dill, founder of ChicagoNonProfit.org. This is a wonderful organization that Randy himself describes as "The Nonprofits Chamber of Commerce," facilitating resources, information and services between nonprofit organizations,...
In case you didn't know, BBJ is at the top of table design & linen service in the city of Chicago. If you ask about it, most event planners in Chicago bring up their name. I had the privilege of getting some really great information from Executive Sales Manager,...
Many still correlate Chicago first and foremost with the notorious Al Capone. As such, midwesterners are all too familiar with the Speakeasy notion. So if you're looking for somewhere original and classy to go, check out Untitled 111 located at 111 W Kinzie Street...
I am working on the PR committee for a charity event with the Greater Chicago Food Depository (http://www.chicagosfoodbank.org/), an incredible organization that helps feed not just homeless people, but hungry people in the Chicago Area and over 20 of the top...
Once you have a roof over your head (aka a venue), the second-most important thing is the food. We've all experience a bad cafeteria or mass-produced food that tastes second-rate, even at a nice event. It's important to impress your guests and make...