The fireplace will be the centerpiece of the living room. It's an important design element. Today I am sharing some inspiration for the fireplace in our new home. If you …

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 …

Chicago is the "city of neighborhoods" and this collection of Chicago neighborhood guides will help you explore some of Chicago's most iconic neighborhoods. These guides are the result of living …

Sharing the kitchen design inspiration for our new kitchen! A couple weeks ago I shared that we are moving to a larger home in Wicker Park! Today, I am sharing …

A complete 3 day Chicago itinerary to help you plan your visit to the Windy City! All the must-see sights, things to do, and restaurants to try. I've lived in …

This easy Ice Cream Pie recipe is made with layers of Open Nature® Scandal-less Cookie Dough and Chocolate Caramel Light Ice Cream with chocolate fudge sauce and it’s topped with nuts, waffle …

This list of 200+ things to do in Chicago includes all the best museums landmarks, annual events, parks, bars, restaurants, live music venues, shops, and more. It's all neatly organized …

It isn't a secret that cheese is one of my favorite foods, today I am sharing a list of favorites. Cheese: A delicious source of joy during my days stuck …

I have gotten some questions about what I am packing in my hospital bag, which online courses I've been taking, and how we are preparing for the arrival of our …

A guide of what to do in Streeterville, a small neighborhood next to both downtown Chicago and the lakefront. Where is Streeterville Streeterville is located along Lake Michigan and just …

Today I am teaming up with Jewel-Osco to share how I have been using their Primo Taglio® products to make my life a little easier. Like many people, we have been …

It isn't an easy time to be an American, but together we can build a stronger more equal America. I have been using my Instagram account to speak out and …

Checking in with everyone during these strange strange times. We celebrated Charles's 40th birthday with a small group of friends on Saturday March 7th. We went out to one of …

A guide of what to do in Lakeview, Chicago. This large neighborhood includes the smaller neighborhoods of both Wrigleyville, the Southport Corridor, and Boystown and runs beside Lake Michigan. When …

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 …

With a baby on the way, we need a little more space. So we are moving! When I shared our mini nursery, I let you in on a secret... we …

A guide of what to do in the Gold Coast, a Chicago neighborhood along Lake Michigan known for luxurious shopping and dining. The Gold Coast is one of the best …

Working from home means eating lunch at home. I am sharing a collection of quick and easy weekday lunches that you can make and enjoy without taking too much time …

An easy banana chocolate chip muffin recipe made with ripe bananas and basic pantry staples. This is a delicious grab and go breakfast and a fun weekend baking project. People …

A guide of what to do in River North. This Chicago neighborhood is located directly across the river from downtown/The Loop and is a hub of restaurants and nightlife. Charles …

Today I am taking a look back and sharing some of my favorite recipes from the 8+ years of thekittchen.com! The funny thing about having a blog is that sometime …

Want to see the space we created for the baby? Today I am sharing a peek at her nursery space. Our goal was to invest in furniture that we can …

A collection of 7 easy quarantine cocktails to make your time sheltering at home a bit more bearable. Happy hours with friends at our favorite bars have turned into virtual …

Here are 15 recipes inspired by Chicago restaurants - these meals were so good that I needed to learn how to make them myself. If you live in Chicago, I …

A guide of what to do in Dumbo, the Brooklyn neighborhood located "down under the Manhattan Bridge overpass" including where to eat, shop, and explore. Dumbo is a small neighborhood …

Sesame Peanut Noodles with Chicken is a lunch that is perfect for meal prepping and bringing to work. Rice or buckwheat noodles coated with a slightly spicy peanut sauce and …

A guide of what to do in Williamsburg, Brooklyn including where to eat, shop, stay, and hang out! Go to Williamsburg to enjoy a more relaxed pace and less crowded …

It's infertility awareness week and today I am opening up about what I wish I had known about IVF before I was in the middle of it. What I Wish …

These Macaroni and Cheese Recipes will help you find new ways to prepare one of the ultimate comfort foods. This list has everything from simple stovetop recipes to ways to …

A guide of what to do in the Meatpacking District - all the best things to do, must try restaurants, and places to shop in this NYC neighborhood. This small …

An easy recipe for a blueberry crumble with a blueberry goat cheese filling topped with a crispy crumbly oat topping. The addition of goat cheese gives a flavorful twist to …

An easy recipe for reduced fat carrot cake cupcakes with cream cheese frosting. It's a lightened up version of a classic dessert. This recipe was one of the first recipes …

Wondering what to make with shredded chicken? This collection of 20+ recipes with shredded chicken will help you save time and get dinner on the table. What to make with …

A guide of what to watch during quarantine, quarantine projects to help keep you busy, virtual art experiences, free online courses, and more! Charles and I have family in countries …

Today I am talking about my husband Charles. He was the one who came up with the idea for this website and who supported my decision to start blogging full …

A guide of what to do in Lincoln Park. This residential neighborhood in Chicago is known for its namesake park, wonderful restaurants, and locally owned boutiques. The main hub of …

These buffalo chicken meatballs are made with red onion, celery, garlic, blue cheese, ground chicken, breadcrumbs, and buffalo sauce. They are so tender and have just the right balance of …

Let's tackle what to make with leftover chicken. Having leftover chicken on hand is such a timesaver because it can quickly be transformed into many different meals. Today I am …

Some foods get a national holiday, but grilled cheese gets a whole month. Today kicks off National Grilled Cheese Month, 30 full days devoted to one of my favorite foods. …

Over the past few days I have been compiling and sharing lists of Chicago businesses to support right now. I am trying my best to do what I can to …