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Recipe: Shishito Peppers with Peapod + GIVEAWAY

in Eating In, Eating Out, Eats & Drinks, Giveaways, Health, Recipe • February 28, 2017

There seems to be a notion that food bloggers enjoy extrava gant home cooked meals 7 days a week and have all the time in the world to go grocery shopping. But in reality, there are only so many hours in a day. Hence my happiness when my friend introduced me to Peapod few weeks ago. Founded in 1989, they are the country’s oldest online grocery delivery... Share this: Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email More Click to print (Opens in new window) Print Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr

Fun Getaway to North Lake Tahoe, Nevada

in Beauty, Eats & Drinks, Health, Style, Travel • July 11, 2016

In desperate need of some R&R, I recently traveled west to Nevada/California. My boyfriend and I spent the first few days enjoying the outdoors in Lake Tahoe before making our way to The Biggest Little City in the World, Reno, NV. Lake Tahoe is one of the most popular destinations on the west coast and is famous for the wonderful scenery. Voted America’s best and most beautiful lake, there are many ways to enjoy the vast terrain. The cultural scene in Reno has some amazing art and music venues. Along with world-renowned food and wine, it’s one of Nevada’s best destinations. Check-out my photo journal below.

Matcha Green Tea Pancakes Recipe (Gluten-Free and High-Protein)

in Eating In, Eats & Drinks, Health, Recipe • February 24, 2016

Looking for an easy gluten-free pancake recipe? Since I’ve been eating healthier and cooking at home more, I developed my matcha gluten-free, high protein recipe a few weeks ago and since then, have been our go-to. One of the main ingredients is matcha green tea powder. Studies have shown that matcha has high levels of antioxidants... Share this: Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email More Click to print (Opens in new window) Print Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr

Noo Year’s Resolutions

in Eats & Drinks, Health • December 10, 2015

Looking for a noo lease on life? Making Noo Year’s resolutions is a great way to rejuvenate a monotonous work schedule, reboot a stale workout routine, or completely reinvent yourself for the upcoming year. In honor of noosa® yoghurt’s Do Noo campaign, which promotes a noo-style of yoghurt, I’d like to encourage you to step outside your comfort zone and try a noo approach to achieve those resolutions in the noo year. I’ve included a couple tips to help you achieve success and make 2016 your best year yet. Conquer Complacency It’s... Share this: Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email More Click to print (Opens in new window) Print Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr

Top 3 Urban Gardening Tips for Beginners

in Eating In, Eats & Drinks, Health • August 9, 2015

If you’ve been following me for a while, then you know last summer I really got into gardening. Living in the heart of a big city often means cramped living. I may lack a yard, but living in an urban environment doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice your love of gardening. Thanks to Burpee’s, the first name in home gardening, I was able to collaborate with them this year to expand my green thumb. They are a company of exclusive varieties of vegetables, herbs, seeds and flowers that are ideal for... Share this: Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email More Click to print (Opens in new window) Print Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr

A Chicago Food Girl Guide to Chicago’s Best Hair Experts

in Giveaways, Health, Style, Travel • July 13, 2015

One of the worst things in this world is waking up and having a ‘bad hair day’. How often have you woken up, started getting ready for work and realized that your hair just isn’t going to co-operate with you? Since many of you have asked who does my hair, here are my top go-to when it comes to hair in Chicago: Blow-outs I don’t trust anyone else with my blow-outs hair but Blohaute. What is it? It’s as simple as one, two, three. Book an appointment online and then wait for your dedicated style expert to... Share this: Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email More Click to print (Opens in new window) Print Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr

NOODLES & COMPANY ADDS MUSCLE TO ITS MENU WITH NEW BUFF BOWLS + RECIPE

in Eating Out, Eats & Drinks, Giveaways, Health • June 14, 2015

No carb-loving foodie wants to skimp on pasta, especially not at an eatery with a name like Noodles & Company. Yet the national fast-casual restaurant chain has given us permission to go sans pasta with its new BUFF Bowls. The entrées feature four of Noodles & Company’s most popular pasta dishes – in the nude! The bowls consist of an extra portion of veggies, topped with protein, and served on a bed of spinach in place of noodles. Without pasta, the emphasis is truly on the... Share this: Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email More Click to print (Opens in new window) Print Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr

Panda the Puppy and the Dyson V6 Mattress Vacuum

in Beauty, Health • May 1, 2015

I don’t know about you, but having a teacup morkie is a joy, except when you have to clean after her. Anyone that knows me well knows I have a huge dislike for cleaning. I love my Panda but every time I take my puppy outside, she brings in dust and germs inside. According to Dyson, bed mattresses contain anywhere between 10,000 and two million dust mites that churn out around 40 million droppings per day. To deal... Share this: Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email More Click to print (Opens in new window) Print Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr

Evolution Fresh Juice Cleanse

in Beauty, Eats & Drinks, Giveaways, Health • April 23, 2015

It’s spring… so bring on the green! And by that I mean a bottle of cold-pressed Super Green juice by Evolution Fresh. Not too sweet with just the right amount of tang, this smoothie is packed with nutrition thanks to the fruity flavors of orange, mango, apple, raspberry and pineapple, along with a cleansing spirulina blend. Sipping on Super Green is a great way to greet or close your day, though I personally prefer it as an afternoon pick-me-up while working from Starbucks with a friend. I was lucky enough to do a 3 day cleanse with them a few weeks... Share this: Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email More Click to print (Opens in new window) Print Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr

3 Tips to Get Flawless Skin This Winter

in Beauty, Events, Health, Style, Travel • February 27, 2015

Picture: I’ve been following Jean Kolb’s advice and going more natural. No makeup and loving it! Playing in the snow is fun, but we all know Midwest winters can wreck havoc on the skin. Since it’s important to prepare and protect pores from dry skin, we sat down with Jean Kolb, Director of Kohler Waters Spa at The American Club Resort in Kohler, Wisconsin, to get some insight on how to keep our skin looking flawless. Recognized with... Share this: Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email More Click to print (Opens in new window) Print Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr