Valentine's Day is here! Did your special someone pop the question this year? A new engagement is exciting, not just for hte happy couple, but also for their friends and families.  An engagement party -  while certainly not a mandatory part of the wedding planning process - is a fun way to be introduced as an engaged couple and it creates and environment for families to meet and connect.  While there are some "rules" to plan an engagement party, there is also a tremendous amount of leeway in terms of what kind of party you throw.

It's important to know how to choose the right style of jewelry to wear before you spend a lot of money on bracelets, chains, necklaces and earrings. Accessorizing with these pieces is a great way to enhance your appearance and accentuate your best features. If not chosen properly, however, jewelry can draw attention to your flaws. Follow these tips for choosing jewelry that works for you.

The diamond has been a symbol of affection and devotion since Egyptian times. The hardest substance known to man, a diamond is a durable investment and an enduring symbol of love.

With Valentine's Day right around the corner finding the perfect gift can be quite a challenge.  Have you decided that you want to get that special someone an extra treat this year? Maybe your thinking you are ready to take your relationship to the next level and get engaged? Or maybe you're just happily in love and looking for a special Valentine's Day treat you know she'll love.  Either way we've put together some great tips when shopping for Diamonds to be sure you pick the perfect stone this year.

 

 

 

The early winter months are a dark time in the Midwest. Our fields are fallow and the farmers’ markets sparsely populated. It’s a time tough time indeed for locavores.

While Purple Asparagus incorporates as many local products into its programs as possible, during these dark days, we turn to some imported fruits for our school program. Starting in January and ending in early February, we tote a whole assortment of citrus fruits to schools all over Chicago.

We explain that citrus fruits are one big happy family starting out with the five orange siblings.