This post is super late at going up so I apologize for my tardiness. We had a beautiful Memorial Day weekend in Chicago so I do want to share it with you all. FRIDAY | We had a low key night at home and I made Chicken Lime-Avocado Salads from Hello Fresh for dinner. We…
Archives for May 2016
Five on Friday
Happy Friday! I hope you all have a wonderful Memorial Day weekend! I’ll be taking Monday off from blogging so check back on Tuesday for my weekend recap. ONE | One of my favorite places to eat lunch outside in the summer is the courtyard of The Art Institute. The most beautiful flowers are in bloom…
Foods You Don’t Have to Buy Organic: The Clean Fifteen
Yesterday I shared with you “The Dirty Dozen” or produce that you should always buy organic. Today I am providing you with a list of fruits and vegetables that are okay to buy conventional because their contamination levels are low. This list is often referred to as “The Clean Fifteen”. Avocados 2. Pineapple 3. Cabbage…
When to Buy Organic: The Dirty Dozen
Lately I’ve been reading a lot about the health benefits of buying organic meat and produce. Since buying organic can definitely be more costly, it is important to know the most contaminated produce or “the dirty dozen” which are fruits and vegetables you should always buy organic. While you should always buy organic and grass fed…
Chicago Suburb Summer Festival Guide
Summer is officially here in Chicago which means we all deserve to celebrate after surviving another winter! Last week I shared with you a list of Chicago festivals and today I am sharing a list of summer festivals taking place in the surrounding suburbs. MAY Uncork Illinois Wine Festival – Oak Park, May 28, 1pm-9pm Barrington…
Weekending
Happy Monday! It was a beautiful weekend in Chicago and I spent a ton of time outside which was awesome. Here are some scenes from my weekend: FRIDAY | After work I stopped at my favorite nail salon for a manicure. Afterwards I walked over to Oak Park Brewing Company to meet Kevin for dinner. I…
Five on Friday
TGIF!! This weekend we are finally supposed to get our first real taste of summer and I am more than ready for 75 and sunny! My plan is to be outside as much as possible. Here is a little look at some scenes from my week: ONE | It was really nice out on Monday so…
Chicago Summer Festival Guide
Although the temperatures may not feel like it, this weekend officially kicks off summer festival season in Chicago. Neighborhood festivals are one of my favorite things about summer in Chicago and I have rounded up a list of some of my favorites for you today. Here is a list of some of my favorite ones:…
Chicago Suburb Farmers Market Guide
Yesterday I share with you my Chicago Farmers Market Guide so today I put together a guide to the Chicago Suburb Farmers Markets. I personally have visited both the Oak Park and Downers Grove markets and both are fantastic. I hope to check out more this summer! MONDAYS Hinsdale Farmers Market – 30 E. Chicago…
Chicago Farmers Market Guide
This weekend officially kicks off Farmers Market season in Chicago. Going to our neighborhood Farmers Market is a Saturday morning ritual for me throughout the summer and one of my favorite things to do. Here is your Chicago Farmers Market Guide for 2016: MONDAYS Loyola Farmers Market – 6540 N. Sheridan June 6–September 19, 3–7pm…