For over 20 years, Chicago’s Little Black Pearl has been a positive community contributor through its initiatives in arts and education. It has also been one of the…
When Rachel Dickerson walked into The Chop Shop restaurant one overcast afternoon last July, she immediately caught our group’s attention. We were attending a networking brunch, and Dickerson’s…
Growing up, D’ Cher Whitaker was enamored with her “super jazzy” grandmother and her overflowing jewelry boxes. Dazzled by the pearls, statement necklaces and jewels her grandmother would…
For most college students, on-campus jobs are simply a means to help pay for school; or keep a few bucks on hand for late-night pizza runs. For Paula…
Want to skip the crazy lines and mall parking lots during Black Friday? You’re in luck. Chicago’s Black-owned businesses are offering GREAT opportunities to shop small and buy…
The holidays are upon us. It’s that time of year where we focus on our blessings, spread a little more love and make a greater effort to give…
Decidedly chic, yet inviting- The Indigo Room is a welcome addition to Chicago’s Loop. The spacious, unisex salon offers a full array of services from hair styling and…
“I’m an adamant believer. I’m going to make an amazing product. I’m going to put my heart and soul into it, and when you eat it, you can’t…
Rachel James has always had a serious love for fashion and beauty. After graduating from Chicago’s International Academy of Design and Technology in 2012, James, who’s also a…