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Chicago Tribune
12-08-2025
- Business
- Chicago Tribune
Restaurant Jackman & Co. opens, pays tribute to Glenview founder
There's a very good reason why Ballyhoo Hospitality decided to open its newest restaurant, Jackman & Co., in Glenview. 'Glenview chose us,' explained founder and CEO Ryan O'Donnell. 'They came to Ballyhoo and asked if we would do a restaurant in Glenview. Glenview is a great village and I do have lots of friends who are there.' O'Donnell added that he, his wife Anna, and their children live down the street in Wilmette. The chain already had restaurants nearby in Wilmette, Winnetka, Highland Park, and Lake Forest. O'Donnell noted that he took into account Glenview's plans for redevelopment of the downtown area. 'We created a deal together that allowed us to put a business plan in place that made a lot of sense,' O'Donnell explained. 'They gave us grant money and they also secured a loan.' The Village Board reported the details of the agreement in an e-newsletter sent to residents in September 2023. It included the fact that the redevelopment agreement required the village to prepare the site for construction. It also provides a $1.75 million grant. In addition, the village and Ballyhoo have a loan agreement for $2.25 million to be paid back to the Village at 2% interest over the next 15 years, per a village spokesperson. There is also an intercreditor agreement that details how the village would assume responsibility to pay off Ballyhoo's portion of a second loan from a private bank. It further noted that a 'reverter clause' states that if Ballyhoo doesn't fulfill its obligations, ownership of the land and building would revert back to the village, per village information. O'Donnell noted that Jackman & Co. is fully owned by Ballyhoo Hospitality. The restaurant was named in honor of Edwin Stanton Jackman, a 'founding father of Glenview,' O'Donnell said. 'He was a steel magnate who delivered steel to the railroads back in the 1800s.' Jackman donated a bear fountain to Glenview that has become a beloved symbol of the village. It is also the mascot of the new restaurant named in Jackman's honor. It took a year for Ballyhoo to construct the new building on the space at 1749 Glenview Road. The 5,800-square-foot restaurant seats about 170 inside and 50 outside. O'Donnell reported that Jackman & Co. is a 'British-inspired gastropub that meets the Midwest.' Executive Chef Matt Lehto was not available for an interview. The menu includes British comfort food and Indian aromatics, with such menu items as red Thai curry prawns, battered fish and chips, and British beef roast with duck fat potatoes and Yorkshire pudding. The cocktail list includes such playfully-named selections as 'The Queen Doesn't Need a Passport,' which combines vodka, blackberry, thyme, and lemon. London dry gin with italicus and dry vermouth are served in 'A Happy Marriage.' The bar features an extensive selection of whiskeys. Nonalcoholic selections include, 'If These Walls Could Talk,' a mocktail of strawberry, cardamom, lemon, and ginger. Ballyhoo Hospitality officially started in 2018 but its first restaurant, Gemini, was opened in 2009 in Lincoln Park. There are currently 15 Ballyhoo restaurants in Chicago and suburbs. O'Donnell said that he chooses the location and format of each Ballyhoo restaurant by instinct. 'I don't have a grand plan and I don't usually preplan what I want to put and where,' he said. 'I look for opportunities with different neighborhoods and communities that I like and that I spend time in. I like to be part of the communities that I know will support us.' Myrna Petlicki is a freelance reporter for Pioneer Press.
Daily Mirror
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Celebs like Dawn O'Porter and Angellica Bell love Lulu Guinness' kitsch bags – and they're now £100 off
Lulu Guiness' kitsch and quirky bags have been a huge hit with celebrities like Dawn O'Porter, Angellica Bell and Angela Scanlon and they now have £100 off in the brand's summer sale As any fashion lover knows, an accessory can really complete your outfit. Whether it's a statement piece of jewellery or a great pair of shoes, the right accessories can turn even the most basic outfits into something special. One of the easiest – and most practical – ways to give your outfit a quick stylish update is with a handbag, and a colourful, fun and quirky bag will instantly take your look from boring to bold in seconds. The go-to brand for countless celebs on the lookout for kitsch bags is Lulu Guiness, which has been a top pick for everyone from Kate Middleton to Louise Thompson. The bags have recently been given a spotlight at Wimbledon, where countless famous faces were snapped carrying the playful designs. From Angellica Bell's red phone box bag to Dawn O'Porter's greenhouse shoulder bag, Lulu Guinness' designs were spotted all over courtside. And now you can get your hands on your very own version for less, because the brand has launched a huge summer sale with up to 70% off. The discount means you can save almost £100 on plenty of the designs carried by celebs at the event, with some of our favourites still in stock - plus the code EXTRA15 will bag you an additional 15% discount. Angellica Bell's phonebox bag Angellica Bell showed up at Wimbledon on two different days carrying the Lulu Red Lulu Calling Phonebox Clutch, which was the perfect British-inspired addition to her courtside outfit. The bag is usually priced at £345, but is now on sale for £241, saving you more than £100 on the satin clutch bag. Dawn O'Porter's greenhouse bag Dawn O'Porter paired her green house-shaped shoulder bag with a co-ordinating pink and green ensemble at the event, and it was the perfect addition to her colourful outfit. Although Dawn's exact bag is now sold out, you can pick up this Sea Blue No.12 Portobello House Handbag for £249, rather than £345 in the Lulu Guinness sale. Angela Scanlon's birds nest bag The perfect example of how a quirky accessory can elevate your look, Angela Scanlon paired her simple co-ord with the playful Bird Nest Bag, taking it from simple to showstopper in a matter of seconds. The bag is made from rattan, twigs and vines with a hidden egg in the bottom, and although it's usually priced at £345, but you can now get your hands on it for £241. Laura Whitmore's bird cage bag Keeping with the avian theme, Laura Whitmore was spotted carrying the Black Birdcage Collectible Clutch Bag to Wimbledon. Laura opted for the black version, although the bag also comes in a pastel blue shade, and is now £241 down from £345. Although the Lulu Guinness bags have become the go-to for whimsical, quirky accessories, there are also other brands offering similar playful picks. At The Cambridge Satchel Company you can pick up The Heart Bag for £225, whilst the Meri Meri Pink & Ivory Striped Cake Bag might have been designed as a child's bag, but there's no reason it wouldn't make the perfect cute clutch.
Time of India
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
PVR Inox to bring live Wimbledon finals to select Indian cinemas
Synopsis PVR Inox is set to screen the Wimbledon Finals live in select luxury cinemas across Mumbai, Gurugram, and Bengaluru on July 12th and 13th. This marks the first time the iconic tennis tournament will be shown in Indian theaters, offering a unique viewing experience. The venues will feature Wimbledon-themed events and a special British-inspired menu.
Cosmopolitan
28-05-2025
- Cosmopolitan
Pubs, vintage markets and more: Why Deal, Kent, should be your next long weekend location
If you were to describe your ideal weekend staycation, the chances are Deal would tick every single box. We're talking brilliant pub gardens with draft beer on tap. A Saturday morning market with antique glassware and vintage leather jackets. Long beaches that stretch as far as the eye can see - in both directions. So next time you're planning a long weekend away (but are keen to jump in the car rather than go anywhere near an airport) consider this quaint coastal town in Kent - which is so lovely, we almost didn't want to tell you about it. While hotels have their place and B&Bs come with the added bonus of someone frying your eggs for you, nothing comes close to having your own place during a weekend away with friends. Step forward: Keepers Cottages, a selection of hand-picked places in the county, perfect for making yourself at home. We stayed at Farrier Beach Cottage, a beautiful Grade II listed building situated between the seafront and the town centre. It had two well sized bedrooms, and all of the charm you'd hope for from a mid-1600s cottage, but with a Soho House-styling twist. We're talking a wood burner, exposed beams and panelling, as well as comfy armchairs you can squish into as the evening draws in. It also has a secret weapon in the shape of an enclosed courtyard out back - the perfect sun trap if you get lucky with the Kent weather. The cottage comfortably sleeps four, and has the perfect kitchen/dining set up for your own cooked meals. Although when you see what's on offer on the restaurant front, that maybe doesn't matter so much... Farrier Beach Cottage is available from £755 for seven nights, or £575 for two nights. Find out more information here. A charming spot set back from the beach, you'll be hard pushed not to order one of everything from Frog and Scot's sharing plates menu. A mix of Asian / British-inspired dishes, we genuinely could've eaten everything on offer - we're talking crispy tempura scallops, a melt-in-the-mouth katsu pork dish, crab arancini balls and homemade foccacia. The decor is equally photogenic, while we were blown away by the whisky soda cocktail. Another round, please! The Port Arms Truly, what is nicer than an afternoon spent sat by the sea, with a cold pint in hand, watching the world go by? The picnic tables in front of The Port Arms - but also served by a couple of other pubs - is a great place to settle in and enjoy some great British weather (read: try not to blow away in the wind.) A shabby chic pub slap-bang in the middle of the high street, which serves exceptionally good cocktails and food. The decor mixes together high and low - think farmhouse table with velvet banquette - while the menu ticks all the right boxes, whatever you're in the mood for. From a pan-roasted rack of lamb, to charred leeks, fat chips and skate wing, to a cherry and almond tart. Wash everything down with a dirty martini or two and a classic negroni - go on, we insist. For your morning caffeine fix, head to Popup Cafe - a great spot with a Scandi vibe and incredible coffee and pastries. We had an almond croissant to write home about, as well as a piece of banana bread and two iced oat lattes. Yes please. Whether you hit up Deal Castle or Walmer Castle and Gardens, be sure to carve out some time for a bit of history within your weekend. Walmer was an artillery fort originally constructed by Henry VIII, and has gorgeous and well kept gardens, while both castles overlook the sea. If you're lucky enough to have beautiful sunshine during your weekend away, you're spoilt for choice when it comes to coastline. The pebble beach stretches for three whole miles between Kingsdown and Sandwich, so whether you settle down with a picnic blanket or enjoy a leisurely stroll along the promenade, this is not an activity to be missed. It's a well known fact that you can't go to a British seaside town without heading to the arcades. And thankfully, Deal has enough 2p machines to see you through a whole afternoon.. So indulge in some good old fashioned nostalgia and see if you can win enough raffle tickets to take home a cuddly toy. If you happen to be in Deal on a weekend, the Saturday market is a great way to start your way. Whether you fancy a sausage roll or a Flat White, be sure to browse the various different stalls after you've fuelled up. There's an amazing selection of vintage leather jackets (very Hailey Bieber) as well as antiques and homeware. Also, a flea market sometimes takes place in the village hall. See you there! Dusty Baxter-Wright is an award-winning journalist and the Entertainment and Lifestyle Director at Cosmopolitan, having previously worked at Sugarscape. She was named one of PPA's 30 Under 30 for her work covering pop culture, careers, interiors and travel, and oversees the site's Entertainment and Lifestyle strategy across print, digital and video. As a journalist for the best part of a decade, she has interviewed everyone from Louis Theroux and Channing Tatum to Margot Robbie and Ncuti Gatwa, while she has also spoken on Times Radio and BBC Radio. You can find her on Twitter and Instagram here.
Zawya
30-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Dubai real estate enters a new growth phase as market nears pre-2008 highs
Dubai, United Arab Emirates - As Dubai's property market surges toward pre-2008 peak levels, real estate developers are adopting a more calculated approach to expansion in 2025, pivoting from aggressive growth. [1] LEOS Developments, in the past 18 months, has launched nine distinctive projects across Dubai, each reflecting a shift toward diversification, sustainability, and design-led living. With rising prices, saturated prime districts, and increased competition for investor attention, industry leaders are recalibrating strategies to spread risk and maintain long-term value. This strategic approach is most visible in newly emerging districts. For example, in Dubailand, where average price-per-square-foot rose 38% in 2024 according to primary data, LEOS recently unveiled Weybridge Gardens 4, a mid-rise residential development offering 294 units, including private-pool sky villas and wellness-inspired rooftop amenities. The project exemplifies a wider trend of lifestyle-driven housing designed for a new generation of investors seeking returns without compromising on quality or innovation. In Greenwood, LEOS is developing Kensington Gardens, part of a 3.95 million square meter master community designed around sustainable infrastructure, wellness, and British-inspired architecture. With over 90% sold, it reflects the growing demand for lower-density alternatives to Dubai's more saturated hubs. These projects form part of LEOS' broader over AED 5 billion pipeline, which spans multiple districts and market segments, from urban residences in JVC to wellness-first communities like Knightsbridge in Meydan's District 11. This portfolio diversification is not just a growth strategy, but a response to shifting investor priorities of stable returns, livability, climate-adaptive infrastructure, and more recently sustainability. Sustainability in amenities such as solar panel systems, smart water infrastructures, and biodiversity strategies, as seen in the Knightsbridge project, respond to both environmental mandates and evolving investor expectations. As Dubai's market continues to evolve, LEOS Developments is positioning itself not only as a prolific builder, but as a forward-thinking player redefining how and where investment value is created in the city. Press contact: Selena Abu-Ras, Account Executive, selena@ About LEOS Development LEOS Developments is an award-winning international property and lifestyle developer. Born in the UK in 2013, LEOS has been expanding its presence in the Middle East with the release of world-class residential communities in Meydan, Jumeirah Village Circle, Jumeirah Village Triangle, Dubailand & Greenwood. The company is renowned for its innovative British designs and specialises in residential, commercial, and mixed-use real estate, offering services ranging from land sourcing to asset management. With nine projects currently underway in the UAE, LEOS continues to solidify its reputation for delivering exceptional developments. With a proven track record in delivering quality developments, LEOS has transformed old courthouses and built premium residential properties in sought-after locations like Mayfair, London. Its mission is to create an exemplary standard of living for residents by delivering quality properties that integrate successfully with the environment and community, bringing British and European quality standards to the UAE real estate market. [1]
