by Ben Lalez | Apr 30, 2026 | Lifestyle, Neighborhood Guides
Hey Chicago dog lovers! There are many cities where having a dog is sometimes inconvenient due to a lack of pet amenities and stricter bylaws, but thankfully, Chicago isn’t one of them. The Park District maintains 33 designated off-leash parks spread across the...
by Ben Lalez | Mar 25, 2026 | Lifestyle
Hey Chicago! This week, we wanted to talk about the comedy scene in Chicago because it’s something that we’re known for. If you’ve spent any time at all following comedians or watching sketch shows on TV, you’ve probably noticed that a huge percentage of...
by Ben Lalez | Feb 4, 2026 | Lifestyle
What’s up, movie and TV fans! When people think about Chicago in movies and shows, a few scenes usually come to mind right away. But you’d be surprised at how often Chicago inspires many scenes we see on the screen. We’re the Ben Lalez Team, and after spending years...
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 | Jan 7, 2026 | Lifestyle
Hey, coffee lovers! In the past, we’ve written about the best places to get coffee in Lincoln Park, Wicker Park, and Logan Square. Today, we’re going to be covering Lakeview. Lakeview has no shortage of coffee options, which is great, but it also makes it hard to know...
