The Kittchen Turns 10
I've been doing this for 10 years! This website turned from a hobby into a career and then into something that I can pursue while focusing on motherhood. I can't …
I've been doing this for 10 years! This website turned from a hobby into a career and then into something that I can pursue while focusing on motherhood. I can't …
One of the most surprising things about living in Wicker Park is the incredible number of coffee shops in the neighborhood. There are six coffee shops on one side of …
Here is an update on our dining room! It isn't done yet - but we just got a new table, chairs, and lighting fixture. It's getting there! I should call …
Out of sheer exhaustion, I created the most fun and easiest dinner. It was Friday. Charles and I were low on sleep since Gwen has been going through some serious …
I didn't think that we would be massive spiderweb outside the house people... but I guess we are. Today I am sharing our fall decor and halloween decorations. My family …
Doughnut Ice Cream Sandwiches are a show-stopping treat that is quick and easy to prepare! I've teamed up with my friends at Hudsonville Ice Cream to share this recipe made …
A guide of what to do in Wicker Park, Chicago - this hipster neighborhood will seem familiar if you are a fan of High Fidelity since much of the 2000 …
I love pizza, which is perfect since I am surrounded by pizzerias now that we live in Wicker Park. You can find Chicago-style, Detroit-style, New York-Style, New Haven-Style, Neapolitan, and …
Gwen has a mini playroom, a little nook across from the kitchen, where we store many of her toys. I am excited to share the space with you! The Mini …
Spritzes are the perfect summertime cocktail. They are cold, refreshing, and so quick and easy to make. Plus, they require few ingredients and you can make them individually or by …
After wallpapering four spaces in my new home, I am sharing what you need to know about installing peel and stick wallpaper before you commit to a project. Overall, I …
While we moved into a larger home, it has a much smaller primary closet. Further complicating matters, the primary bedroom is small. We really wanted to avoid buying a dresser …
Our Primary Bathroom was one of the first rooms that we completed in our new home. I love how it this modern primary bathroom design turned out. When Gwen was …
I make this Easy Vegetarian Lasagna often. It is one of Charles's favorite meals. Whenever I make this lasagna, I make an extra - or two - to store in …
Today, I am sharing our primary bedroom design with you! To me, it's a space that is calming. I feel relaxed when I am there. The design is a perfect …
I just finished up 28 weeks of Invisalign. I've gotten so many questions about the process so I thought I would answer the FAQs here. Plus, I am sharing 14 …
Gwen has a better wardrobe than me. Shopping for baby girl clothing is just too much fun. I get questions about Gwen's outfits all the time, so I thought that …
I have written about Wicker Park before, but now that we live in the neighborhood, I love it even more. Plus, I have discovered some local gems. Here are a …
I've been quiet around here this year, and there is a reason why. During quarantine and all the many crises that that occurred during that time, people got meaner. People …
It's Gwen's first birthday and we are celebrating by making easy Ice Cream Parfaits with some of our favorite Hudsonville Ice Cream flavors! I love the idea of making ice …
I am so excited to share Gwen’s Nursery design with you! Charles gave me full creative control of Gwen’s Nursery. No need to run anything by him. Anything I wanted. …
My Instagram contacts wanted a post about affordable summer dresses... so here it is! All of these summer dresses are very affordable - two are under $30! They are all …
Today I am sharing an extensive list of things to do in Maine. As a Maine native, I have always been proud of my state's unique culture and way of …
Learn how to make a Negroni Slushy and impress your friends with a frosty boozy summertime treat! If the city of Chicago had an official drink of summer, it would …
Mother's Day is just around the corner so I am gathering up some Mother's Day Recipes to help you celebrate the holiday. Here are easy and crowd pleasing recipes for …
One of my favorite parts of our new home is the pantry. We worked with Inspired Closets Chicago to create a beautiful and functional pantry. I already showed you our …
Caprese Eggs Benedict is an easy to make twist on traditional Eggs Benedict made with roasted tomatoes, mozzarella, pesto, and poached eggs. It's one of my favorite breakfasts to make at home …
I know that this is one of the rooms that readers are most excited to see! It was also the first room to be completed. Today I am sharing the …
Today I am talking about how we decided to move to Wicker Park. It is the fourth Chicago neighborhood that I have called home! Charles and I have each lived …
These easy Easter recipes will make entertaining easy. This recipe collection covers brunch, appetizers, main courses, desserts, and cocktail recipes. I chose recipes that are impressive but easy so that …
I wanted to share a few things that I love about our new home - I thought that it might be helpful to those of you who are renovating or …
Is anyone else spending so much time cooking during quarantine? Charles and I used to travel several times a month, so even though I am a food blogger, I would …
Today I am excited to share an interview with Victoria Fulton and Faith McClaren, the authors of the YA horror book Horror Hotel. It was a fun quick read - …
This is a photo we took in Iceland. It's also the photo that the TikTok user @joyceandlove has stolen to use as her profile picture. The person behind the @joyceandlove …
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 collection of 21 winter soup recipes will keep you warm and fill you up. The temperatures have dropped, and soup season is in full swing. These hearty soup recipes are …
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Jewel-Osco. All opinions are 100% mine. Usually, I am not big on celebrating Valentine’s Day, but this year I think …
Gwen turned 6 months old on January 8th. We made it through the newborn stage and the 4-month sleep regression (which went on for 8 weeks). Now she's sleeping through …
Today I am sharing one of my favorite cooking hacks with you: cooking two meals using the same base ingredients! It’s all about saving yourself some time, money, and effort …
This easy Overnight Baked Ice Cream French Toast takes just minutes of active preparation time and is the perfect breakfast to make when you have house guests or a special …