Updated August 2023! Enjoy! We’ve put together a list of great U-pick apple orchards, which are the closest in proximity to the North Shore area. In recent years a few of our beloved orchards have permanently closed so please always call ahead to make sure...
Sheet pan dinners are a secret weapon for busy weeknights. We love this salmon and potato version from Joanna Keohane of The Family Food Kitchen, but you can also swap the salmon for chicken or tofu, and use whatever veggies you’d like. Says Joanna:...
Summer can feel fleeting, but making a few classic summer dishes can create memories that last well after fall. One of the classics? Lobster rolls. This version from Leigh and Alston, the moms behind Habitual Hostess, are miniature, so perfect for bringing to a...
Hello friendly faces! It’s that time of the week! We’re back with a new CNSM Meet a Mom spotlight brought to you in part by Mary Gifford of Gifford Law. This week we’re are excited to introduce you to Northbrook mom of two grown and flown twin boys and the founder and...
This story was contributed by Elizabeth Lim of The Local Mom’s Network’s Beach Cities Moms. The first time I ever considered flying with kids, I remember thinking it sounded absolutely bizarre to hold the baby on my lap for an entire flight. “What?” I...
Skip the oven this summer with this assembly-only app from the talented moms behind Habitual Hostess. Below, you’ll find two versions, a sophisticated melon and prosciutto combo and a watermelon feta option that vegetarians will love. Melon, Prosciutto,...