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Houston’s reputation for culinary excellence benefits everyone who calls the Bayou City home. You don’t even have to be in or near downtown to find world-class cuisine to satisfy any tastes. If you live or work in Houston’s Energy Corridor business district, keep this list of quality restaurants in mind. Aka Japanese This Energy Corridor restaurant’s all-day weekend happy hour brings the crowds on Saturdays and Sundays. But Aka Japanese is a great option for quality, fresh sushi and Japanese dishes any day of the week. Aka is affordable, especially when you’re ordering a lunch special. A post shared by BB’s Cafe […]

Located 25 miles north of Chicago in Lake County, Deerfield is a highly livable community with fast, convenient access to all the city has to offer. In 2015, Deerfield ranked fourth of 342 places to live in Illinois on a a HomeSnacks.net list. If you’re moving to the Chicago area or live downtown and are looking to move to the suburbs, here are some reasons to consider Deerfield. Jobs After opening a tax-increment-financing district in 1982, business development in Deerfield soared. Today, the village is home to several leading technology and medical companies. Baxter International, CF Industries, Consumers Digest, the […]

Do you seize on any opportune excuse that presents itself in order to avoid working out? If you have fitness goals that you’re determined to meet, you can’t let rainy weather or lethargy keep you from hitting the mat, weights, or treadmill. Here are some tips for finding that fitness motivation you’re seeking. 1. Get comfortable working out from home Getting to the gym is often the single-largest obstacle standing between a person and a workout. If you identify with this struggle, try exercising from home more often and see whether you can better stay on top of your fitness. […]

While it faces tough competition from other pet-loving parts of the country, Seattle is widely considered one of the country’s most pet-friendly cities. Some neighborhoods, including Lake Union, Capitol Hill, and Ballard, are especially amenable to man’s best friend. If you’re looking to spend quality time out and about with your pet in the coming months, keep this list of dog-friendly bars and restaurants in Seattle in mind. Bad Jimmy’s Brewing Co. One of many brew houses in the Ballard Brewery District, Bad Jimmy’s has a charming atmosphere made more enjoyable to patrons through its welcoming attitude to dogs. The […]

Denver’s culinary scene is more diverse and thriving today than ever before, but it’s been impressive for a long time. In this post, we celebrate nine long-running Denver restaurants considered emblematic of the Mile-High City dining experience. The Avenue Grill The Avenue Grill might serve San Franciscan fare, but it is definitely an iconic Denver restaurant. For 30 years, the Avenue Grill has been a mainstay in Denver’s North Capitol Hill neighborhood. Its fresh sourdough, savory clam chowder, and famed martinis are just a five-minute walk form AMLI Park Avenue. A post shared by The Brown Palace Hotel & Spa […]

Most families have to live in small apartments at least once in a lifetime. However, small-space living comes with a bunch of challenges. Many families have trouble adapting to these spaces without some sort of plan for doing so. If you and your family live in a small space, here are four ways to help you better cope with the situation. 1. Double-duty furniture According to Apartment Therapy, choosing furniture that serves more than one purpose will help you adjust to small-space living. When you’re decorating your new apartment look for items like storage benches that double as seats for […]

Austin’s humid subtropical climate means the Texas capital enjoys short, mild winters. It also means that summers are long and warm, with unpleasant heat waves shocking residents’ systems from time to time. One of the most effective, not to mention enjoyable, ways to find relief during a heat wave is with a cooling dessert. Here are some well-known cool treats to enjoy the next time you’re melting under triple-digit temperatures. A post shared by 512 SNO (@512sno) on Jun 9, 2017 at 5:52pm PDT Adventurous Sno Cone from 512 SNO 512 SNO may operate out of a bright blue trailer […]

It’s summer everywhere. The weather’s warm and people are out as long as the sun is. The festival season has not calmed down in the slightest, outdoor food events run the gamut, and athletic competitions abound. There’s also a few events on the quirkier side, such as a waiter’s race in Atlanta and the yearly (and fantastic) Sawdust Festival, a Southern California art exhibition, learning space, and market all rolled into one. Check below for more events near every AMLI apartment community around the country. Atlanta July 14: Waiters’ Race Atlanta service professionals are invited to race for a trip to […]

Hardwood flooring is unmatched in its ability to lend beauty, elegance, and value to the inside of your home. As beautiful as it is, it can quickly succumb to damages inflicted by your children and pets. Use these four easy steps to keep your wooden floors looking their best. Clean the floor daily Your kids and pets may drag in all sorts of debris like pebbles, sand, and dirt on the bottoms of their feet. This debris can grind into you wood flooring and cause scratches, streaks, and other unsightly damages. You can protect your floors and help them look […]

In an age where most of us look at digital screens from the moment we wake up until the moment we go to bed, winding down and shutting off your brain can be harder than ever. According to National Sleep Foundation research, nearly 50 percent of Americans have trouble sleeping at least one night a week. If you have trouble getting to bed at a reasonable hour or are not getting the quality sleep you need, here are some tips for winding down and resting easy. Power down electronics 30 minutes before bed Laptop and smartphone screens are not relaxing for your eyes, even if […]