Lifestyles

Here’s looking at you, Morocco

Richard Mack and Jill Buckner describe themselves as two photographers with one vision. Last May, they spent five days lugging heavy equipment through exotic marketplaces loaded with piles of fresh dates, olives and spices when they visited Marrakesh and Casablanca.

Go big on Thanksgiving by thinking smaller

Everything about Thanksgiving is big; extended tables to fit more family, gargantuan birds that are roasted and served next to vats of mashed potatoes and gallons of gravy.

10 S N E 1? 4 reasons tennis is a sport anyone can love

Tennis for the “10 and under” crowd has had a renaissance this past year, thanks in part to new rules and regulations defined by the United States Tennis Association (USTA).

Life made easier and more fun: There’s an app for that

Stress less and have more fun with these “mom-approved” apps designed to make your life easier, simpler and hassle-free.

‘Nutrient Power’ at Dominican University Nov. 4

River Forest — The American Nutrition Association will present a lecture titled “Nutrient Power — Advanced Therapies for Mental Illness, ADHD and Autism” Nov. 4 at Dominican University.

William Walsh, Ph.D. will present starting at 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 4, at Parmer Hall, Room 108, …

Debate on a plate: Obama and Romney’s favorite dishes

I am a political junkie. I am totally addicted to fact checking, fundraising and good-spirited debates. I love the competitive nature of the field, the grandstanding and even the not-so-subtle missteps every campaign inevitably brings.

Pulling for pork: More meat-lovers want choicest cuts

The other white meat, pork, is as popular as ever. And more and more people are coordinating with local pig farmers and roasters to get the freshest, best-tasting pork possible.

Homespun: Mum’s the word, Celebrate fall’s bounty with pumpkin planters

As the bright red, yellow and orange of October settles over the city and leaves litter streets and sidewalks, memories of family traditions draw near. The autumns of my youth were marked by the beginnings of school years, Friday night football games and our annual homecoming parade.

Pet of the Week

Name: Ryan Species: Feline Breed: Domestic Shorthair/mix Age: Cat Gender: Male Color: Brown/Black Age: 4 years 8 months 20 days Ryan is a sponsored pet. An ACL sponsor has generously donated $25 to assist Ryan on his way to a new home. This amount will …

Treat yourself to a ghostly — and grown-up — Halloween feast

In the frenzy of sourcing costumes, school snacks and trick-or-treat supplies for the little goblins in our lives, the grown-up side of Halloween can get lost in the murky mist. Dabbling on the dark side of holidays, however, isn’t something that should be solely reserved for candy-craving children.