by Ben Lalez | Jan 28, 2026 | Lifestyle
Hey Chicago wine lovers! We’re back this week to talk about some of the very best wine bars in Chicago. The city’s wine scene is pretty diverse, and this means this list is going to include some upscale lounges as well as some laid-back places where you don’t have to...
by Ben Lalez | Dec 15, 2025 | Lifestyle
Hey Chicago! The Ben Lalez Team here, and you know we’re constantly looking for ways to get through the winter quickly. This week, we’ve put together this guide to every public ice rink in Chicago (and a few nearby spots worth the short trip). So sharpen your...
by Ben Lalez | Jan 21, 2026 | Lifestyle, Real Estate
Yes, we’re still thick in the middle of winter, but doesn’t it feel like we’ve turned the corner at least a little bit now that we’re into the new calendar year? And if you’re someone who doesn’t enjoy traditional winter activities like skiing or snowboarding, you’re...
by Ben Lalez | Dec 3, 2025 | Lifestyle
Well, December is finally here in Chicago. And with the polar vortex making its appearance this year, summer seems like a distant memory already. But here at The Ben Lalez Team, we refuse to let winter dictate how much fun we have during the winter months. We’ve...
by Ben Lalez | Nov 26, 2025 | Lifestyle
It’s that time of year when we’re about to flip to the last page of our calendars (yes, some of us at the Ben Lalez Team use paper calendars), so that means another long winter ahead. But December does mean it’s the month of holiday cheer, so we thought we’d help you...
by Ben Lalez | Nov 19, 2025 | Lifestyle
Hey Chicago! At the time of writing this article, Chicago is gearing up for its first major winter storm of the season. We thought it would be the perfect time to talk about what to do and where to find help in the event of a disaster striking the city. But first,...
