When you think of pizza in Wicker Park the first place that probably comes to mind is Piece. While I love Piece as much as the next Chicagoan, there is a new contender in town that you definitely need to check out. Craft Pizza is the newest Wicker Park pizza joint brought to us from Scott…
Weekend Recap
Hi friends! It sure feels good to be back in the blogging world this week! I’ve missed you all! Even though Mondays mean having to go back to work, I love catching up with all of you and hearing about your fun weekends! This weekend had the perfect weather here in Chicago and made coming…
Thursday Things – Best Outdoor Patios
It’s no secret I’m a huge fan of al fresco dining. I live for the days I am able to sit outside for meals. Unfortunately, in the midwest the days are few and far between when it is actually outdoor patio season so I try and take advantage of the days we do have. Today,…
Stella Barra
Stella Barra Pizzeria is the newest Lettuce Entertain You restaurant in Chicago which opened in late 2013. Stella Barra’s original two locations are both in California – Hollywood and Santa Monica. The Chicago location is located in the Lincoln Park neighborhood and is connected to another Lettuce Entertain you hot spot, Summer House Santa Monica….
Weekend Recap – Louisville
Good morning afternoon blog friends! How was your weekend? Mine was one of the best weekends I have had in a long time! This weekend I traveled to Louisville to host a bridal shower for almost sister-in-law, Faith. I can’t wait to share all of the details with you today. How cute is our bride-to-be?…
Siena Tavern
Siena Tavern is the brainchild of Top Chef Season 5 contestant Fabio Viviani and is part of Dienamic Hospitality Group which are the guys behind Public House and Bull and Bear – two other Chicago favorites. Siena Tavern quickly made a name for itself when it opened in early 2013 in the River North neighborhood and with my…
Weekend Recap
Hi friends!! How was your weekend? Mine was pretty uneventful due to some cancellation of plans, but it turned out to be perfect because I got a ton of errands done and was able to be outside and enjoy the beautiful weather! I even wore shorts on both Saturday and Sunday – finally! Flowers are…
Five on Friday
It’s on Five on Friday time! Linking up with Christina, April, Darci, and Natasha today. {one} It was so good to finally see the sun this week! Yesterday it even got up to 91 DEGREES!!! It felt so good to finally feel the warmth of the sun. When I was out walking around at lunch, I…
Tuesday Tastes – Best Tacos
Tacos are definitely my food of choice when eating at Mexican restaurants. Since yesterday was Cinco de Mayo, I thought I would round up some of my favorite tacos from around Chicago (in no order). 1. Al Pastor from Taco Joint 2. Taco Al Pastor and Taco de Pescado from Big Star via 3. Tacos…
Green Street Smoked Meats
Green Street Smoked Meats is the newest West Loop hot spot serving up some delicious BBQ. The restaurant was created by restauranteur Brendan Sodikoff of Au Cheval, Bavette’s, and other well known Chicago establishments. Kevin and I ate here last month with some friends of ours. The restaurant itself is kind of hidden and is off an…