Last week, we shared a cupcake recipe that Emily—a member of our merchandising team and in-house recipe curator—makes in the fall, and especially as part of KitchenAid’s annual Cook for the Cure campaign. Cook for the Cure gives people around the country a chance to support the fight against breast cancer, simply by baking. Just snap a pic…
The start of October, with its fall colors and crisp air, can evoke a variety of feelings. This time of year is always special to me, because once the weather changes, it’s all about baking in my house! I love to bake sweet treats to share with family and friends, and in October I love to make cupcakes.…
Stop by Abt to try out the new Bose Sleepbuds noise-masking earbuds Getting regular, quality sleep is one of the best things a person can do for their health—both physical and mental. For light sleepers, even the most minor outside noises can mean a restless night. Running a white noise machine can minimize those disturbances, but for many…
After very successful Xbox Madden 18 and FIFA 18 tournaments, one thing is definitely clear: people love our video game tournaments. So with the basketball season just around the corner, we’ve decided it’s time to give our basketball fans their chance to shine. On October 6th, join us for our first NBA 2K gaming tournament. Players will be…
Join us on September 20th as we welcome our friends from Miele to ring in the arrival of autumn with an Oktoberfest-inspired celebration. Our guest chef will be giving demonstrations of Miele kitchen appliances, like the Speed Oven and the Combi-Steam Oven, utilizing their unique features to quickly and conveniently cook up tasty regional cuisine. Attendees will get…
We know that going back to school or going away for the first time can be stressful for both your mind and your wallet. And while we can’t be there to help you ace your first test or tidy up your room, we can help make your transition easier by giving you the chance to win one of…
Early this year, we hosted our first FIFA 18 gaming tournament. While we knew it was a popular game, it still came as a bit of a surprise to us that competitive FIFA proved to be way more popular than our earlier Madden 18 tournament. So with World Cup fever in the air this summer, we thought it…
The area’s premier country music festival is returning to Chicago for the summer, and we’re excited to once again be a part of the action. Next weekend, the Windy City Smokeout is rolling into town for a three-day celebration of the best in BBQ cooking and country music. We’ll be hanging out at the fest all three days with…
Skullcandy entered the portable audio scene in 2003 to shake up the world of boring black speakers and uninspired headphone designs. Today, they’re known for an expansive lineup of stylish, well-built products that won’t break the bank. They’ve been called makers of “the world’s coolest ear bud”—crafted with style cues like faux-alligator skin and rhinestones—and their headphones can…
On June 28, MartinLogan and ABT are joining forces to unveil MartinLogan’s new line of ground-breaking Dynamo subwoofers. This next-generation lineup combines the brand’s legendary audio prowess with a suite of new technology, including wireless connectivity, wireless control via a Bluetooth app, and wireless Anthem Room Correction (ARC™). Attendees will be among the first in the world to audition…
