Best Local: National Oyster Month

Celebrate September with Oysters at These Best Local Seafood Spots

Close-up of fresh oysters on the half shell, garnished with sprigs of parsley and served with a lemon wedge on a white plate. The oysters are glistening with their natural juices.

It’s time to get shuckin’ — September is National Oyster Month! Chicago and the Chicago suburbs have the seafood joints to satisfy your itch for this tasty mollusk. Celebrate the …

Livin’ La Vida Local: National Yoga Month 2013

Celebrate September by Visiting Best Local Yoga Spots in Chicago

 

A group of six people on yoga mats in a studio, performing the Warrior II pose with arms extended, facing a bright window and a brick wall background.

Namaste! Start stretching and posing this September to honor National Yoga Month in Chicago. Newbies and pros alike have plenty of Best Local yoga studio options near our

Livin’ La Vida Local: Chicago’s Top Best Local Restaurants In 2013

This Year’s New Best Local Hot Spots in Chicago and the Suburbs

Close-up of steamed fish rolls topped with black bean sauce, sliced chili, and garnished with julienned vegetables on a white plate. The dish is arranged neatly with sauce drizzled around.

It’s almost impossible to keep up with all the new restaurant openings in Chicago. To help, we rounded up some of our favorite Best Local spots that opened …

Livin’ La Vida Local: National Spumoni Day 2013

Celebrate Spumoni with Best Local Spumoni in Chicago and the Suburbs

Three scoops of Neapolitan ice cream—strawberry, vanilla, and chocolate—served in a bowl with a red cherry on top.

Ever had spumoni? Try this Italian dessert—a molded ice cream made up of three fruity and nutty flavors—it’s the week of National Spumoni Day! Indulge in this creamy treat …

Livin’ La Vida Local: Snack on S’mores in Chicago and the Suburbs

Celebrate National S’mores Day 2013 at Best Local Spots Near CSN Apartments

Three smores made with toasted marshmallows, melted chocolate, and graham crackers are arranged on a brown ceramic plate set on a wooden surface.

It’s the iconic trio of graham crackers, chocolate and gooey marshmallow: the s’more. Sink your teeth into some this Saturday, August 10, for National S’mores Day. Stop in …