Linking up again this week with Jenn for another edition of WIAW. Today will be a look at my meals eaten on Monday. Breakfast was a fruit smoothie. On Sunday afternoon, Kevin had a craving for a strawberry smoothie so I whipped one up and it ended up being so good I recreated it for breakfast…
Archives for April 2014
Blue Door Farm Stand
Blue Door Farm Stand is a new cafe that opened a few months ago in Lincoln Park. It is a farm to table restaurant that uses fresh ingredients based on what is in season. They get all of their food from local farms in surrounding states. I mentioned a couple of weeks ago that Kevin…
Weekend Recap
Good Monday morning to you! Hope you all had a fabulous weekend! Mine was full of friends and family time which was so good for my soul. Friday: I kicked off my weekend with a fresh spring manicure. I always feel so much better when my nails are painted and let me tell you mine…
Five on Friday
Today I am linking up with Christina, April, Darci, and Natasha for another edition of Five on Friday! 1. Raise your hand if you are addicted to Scandal *raises both hands in the air*. I was a little late to the party and watched the first two seasons of Scandal on Netflix over Christmas break last…
Thursday Things – Nail Polish
With the spring like temps we’ve finally had this week, I’ve definitely loved not having to wear a heavy winter coat. I got my first spring pedicure of the season recently and have loved having bright pink on my toes again (too bad they are still covered by socks and shoes). I can’t wait until…
What I Ate Wednesday
Linking up again this week with Jenn for another edition of WIAW. Again, I will be sharing everything I ate on Tuesday. Breakfast: Fage 0% Plain Greek Yogurt + Strawberries + Raspberries + Quaker Granola with Almonds and Raisins Morning Snack: Watermelon Lunch: I saw this superfood salad kit on Megan‘s blog and knew I had…
Nico Osteria
Ever since I learned about the concept of Nico Osteria last winter, I knew this place had to be added to my restaurant list. Known for their seafood and Italian cuisine, Nico Osteria is part of One Off Hospitality Group which includes other famous Chicago restaurants such as Avec, Blackbird, The Publican, and Big Star. With names like…
Weekend Recap
Happy Monday, friends! Hope the start of the work week is a good one for you – Mondays are usually pretty rough for me. Why can’t the weekends by five days long and the work week only be two? I need more play time in my life. 🙂 Anyways, I had another low key, no…
Five on Friday
Today I am linking up with Christina, April, Darci, and Natasha for my first ever Five on Friday! 1. So thrilled that I officially launched my blog this week! I’m excited for this little adventure. Thanks for all of your love and support! 2. Spent Opening Day at US Cellular Field celebrating a White Sox win…
Holy Guacamole!
Today I will be sharing a recipe for the best ever guacamole! This recipe comes from a friend of mine, Chef Billy Parisi. I am a huge fan of guacamole and have seriously made a batch of this version for three weeks straight! Guacamole 3 medium diced avocados 1 small diced jalapeño, seeds removed (I…