How is the Real Estate Market?

This is a question I receive frequently.  Despite what you see in the paper or on the news, Chicago, just like other large urban markets, doesn’t follow national trends as closely as smaller or less diverse markets.  While some neighborhoods have an abundance of inventory, others are doing great and homes that are priced correctly are selling quickly.  [...]

The Chopping Block – Lincoln Square – 4747 N. Lincoln

773.472.6700Two weeks ago my wife and I participated in a Couple’s Cooking Class at this great little Cooking School in Lincoln Square.  I have to fess up, she started working there last month as their Event Sales Associate, so we there was some incentive to check it out and take a class.  It was a [...]

Uncommon Ground – 3800 N. Clark St.

773-929-3680 Located at the corner of Clark and Grace, this unique concept far exceeded my expectations.  I should have looked on Zagat before I left, because I would have expected the great experience.  Our visit: I was confused and surprised when I arrived at the restaurant because at first it seems as though it is [...]

Photographer

If you are ever in need of a photographer, check out Melissa Downham.  She doess a lot of weddings and corporate events, but would be great to use for any special occasions as well.  Her web address is www.melissaphotography.net.  Thought I would pass this along.