Hello friendly faces! It’s that time of the week, time for CNSMoms’ Meet a Mom spotlight brought to you in part by Mary Gifford of Gifford Law*. This week’s Meet a Mom feature is the lovely Lindsay Meltzer, Highland Park born, raised and returned...
Cookies for breakfast? Why not, when they’re filled with fiber and protein-rich almond flour and free of added sugars like these! This recipe from our food contributor Kathleen Ashmore is a perfect “Back to School” choice—make them on a Sunday for a grab-and-go...
L’Shana Tova to all who celebrate. This Roast Chicken with Thyme and Honey, from Leah Koenig’s The Jewish Cookbook, is one of those go-to meals that works as well for holiday dinners as it does for family meals all Fall long. Says...
When mornings start cooler and evenings seem to come sooner, no pick me up sounds better than a warm latte! These are a few of our favorite spots when you crave a caffeine buzz. Newport Coffee House, Evanston This long running shop roasts their own beans and offers...
It’s GAME TIME and moms from around The Local Moms Network have your small gatherings covered with their absolute favorite football recipes! From French Onion Dip to Chicken Chili, here are a few to try this fall! (EVERYONE loves a good dip! To make these...
We love this veggie-filled dip from celebrity nutritionist Joy Bauer’s Yummy Yoga book as a quick and healthy after school snack or a fiber-rich addition to Taco Night! This unique book matches recipes kids can make (and eat!) and whimsical illustrations of produce...