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Month: April 2026

Lula Cafe Chicago Review: The Logan Square Original That Still Feels Essential

Lula Cafe Chicago Review: The Logan Square Original That Still Feels Essential

Back when Lula Cafe opened in 1999, Logan Square was a bit of a ramshackle neighborhood. Long before Logan Square’s exponential growth and gentrification, Lula Cafe started a true Chicago trend that hasn’t let up ever since – cozy and unpretentious neighborhood dining, sourced from local, fresh, and in-season ingredients at a reasonable price. Hundreds of restaurants have tried to capture the magic of Lula Cafe in the last 27 years, and only few have succeeded to have the level…

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Drinks and Mediterranean Bites at Zapote: Rosewood Mayakoba’s Lively Cocktail Bar

Drinks and Mediterranean Bites at Zapote: Rosewood Mayakoba’s Lively Cocktail Bar

There are four, interconnected although totally distinct, resorts in Mayakoba, Mexico. It is really tough to decide where to stay, and often prices and available deals dictate your choice. We recently stayed at Banyan Tree Mayakoba, which I chose for their super large and private villa offerings, as well as the multitude of different restaurants on the property. A close second option was the Rosewood Mayakoba. One of the reasons I chose not to stay at Rosewood was the spotty…

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