This comprehensive Kennebunkport Travel Guide is written by a local and lists where to eat, where to stay, and what to do in Kennebunkport. Is there anything more idyllic than …
I am very excited to announce that I have launched a new website: City Guide to Chicago. I have been working on City Guide to Chicago for three months, and …
These incredibly delicious Superfood Salad Bowls with crispy chicken, beets, butternut squash, rice, goat cheese, and ranch dressing are a delicious way to pack vegetables into your meal. The inspiration …
This easy to prepare Asparagus Salad is bursting with fresh flavors. Cooked asparagus, grape tomatoes, mandarin oranges, and red onion are placed on top of mixed greens and then drizzled …
Raspberry Lemon Scones have a light fresh lemon flavor and whole raspberries. They are loaded with flavors that I associate with spring. The best way to serve them is with …
A guide of what to do in the West Loop Chicago. This neighborhood is home of many of the city’s best restaurants and it has a lively nightlife. When I …
A Scrambled Egg Grilled Cheese is an easy make brunch that combines two of my favorite foods. This is the ultimate breakfast sandwich, and one of my go-to breakfasts to …
There are vacations, and then there are adventures. I like to consider myself more of an adventurer than a leisure traveler. Today I am sharing some of my favorite adventure …
Yesterday I ran into an old colleague from my first job in Chicago. He immediately grilled me, asking what I am doing these days and even wanted to know the …
On a cold February day, my neighbor hosted a soup swap. It was a fun get-together and an easy way to meal prep healthy meals for the week! What is …
After lots of research, I am sharing my picks for the best burgers in Wicker Park. One of the things that we love about Wicker Park is that there are …
If you are a longtime reader, you probably know the answer. But, I still get asked this question frequently so I am sharing my thoughts. Dreams vs. Reality First off, …
While my home office is definitely not completely decorated, I thought that I would give you a sneak peek. Before we moved into our Wicker Park townhouse, we lived in …
As it turns out, making salads at home costs more than you might expect. On Sundays, I prepare salads for Charles to eat for lunch during the week. And, with …
Sunday Scaries: the anxiety and dread of knowing the weekend is coming to an end. For me, it’s knowing that during the weekdays I have Gwen solo all day and …
These are the products that I discovered last year and don’t want to live without. I’m including everything – snacks, skincare, fashion, and furniture. Just a quick note – this …
2021 was tough. I am cautiously optimistic about 2022. Even though the year had its share of hardships, there are moments of 2021 that I will cherish forever. 2021 was …