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3 Secret Amenities You Need To Know About The American Club Resort: Trip Recap (Part 2)

in Eating In, Eating Out, Eats & Drinks, Events, Festivals, Health, Travel • December 17, 2014

Once a dormitory for immigrant employees with a pub, bowling alley and barbershop, The American Club remerged in 1981 as a full-service hotel. Today this Tudor-style redbrick building welcomes guests with gracious hospitality that has earned a Forbes Five-Star and AAA 5-diamond rating. Located in Kohler, Wisconsin, The American Club is primarily known for its luxury spa, fine dining and championship golf courses. However, part 2 of my review will focus on some of the other, lesser-known amenities. My weekend at Kohler, Wisconsin, included attendance at some of their best restaurants and activities of my choice. Each of the listed activities... Share this: Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email More Print (Opens in new window) Print Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr

My Hair Cuttery Look

in Beauty, Style • December 15, 2014

Tis the season for holidays parties, and of course I am overdue for a new haircut. Do you want to know a huge secret? My long, silky Asian hair is my pride and joy but lately, it has been a huge dry, static mess due to the cold Chicago weather. So when Hair Cuttery reached out to me about trying out their services, I happily obliged and squealed with happiness when I found out there was a location 5 minutes away from my house. I was lucky enough to do a walk-in yesterday as I was in the... Share this: Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email More Print (Opens in new window) Print Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr

Recap: What an Epic 29th Birthday Dinner at Ruxbin Chicago Looks Like

in Eating In, Eating Out, Eats & Drinks, Outfit of the Day, Style • December 11, 2014

BIRTHDAY GIRLS / TWINS WITH CHEF EDWARD LEE This past Sunday night, my twin sister, Hanna and I celebrated our 29th birthday and it was a blast! Every year, we overdo it with a a huge dinner with 20+ people but decided to keep things small and simple. We only invited one of our best friends who resides in Chicago, Dana (and her husband, Elliot), whom we have known since 6th school. We decided to have dinner at one of my favorite restaurants, Ruxbin, a 2011 Top 10 Best New Restaurants nominated by Bon... Share this: Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email More Print (Opens in new window) Print Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr

Ultimate Food and Restaurants Guide for The American Club Resort in Kohler, WI

in Beauty, Eating In, Eating Out, Eats & Drinks, Events, Festivals, Travel • December 9, 2014

In 1918, the American Club building itself was built as a dorm for all Kohler employees. Once a dormitory for immigrant employees with a pub, bowling alley and barbershop, The American Club Resort remerged in 1981 as a full-service hotel. Today this Tudor-style redbrick building welcomes guests with gracious hospitality that has earned a Forbes Five-Star and AAA 5-diamond rating, due to its campus of luxury destinations offering guests the latest in bathroom technology and design. Located in Kohler, Wisconsin, 60 miles north of Milwaukee, the Club is primarily known for its luxury spa, fine dining and championship golf... Share this: Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email More Print (Opens in new window) Print Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr

Fall 2014 FabFitFun Review + $10 Off Coupon Code

in Beauty, Events, Giveaways, Health, Style • December 1, 2014

The FabFitFun VIP Box is a quarterly subscription from FabFitFun.com. Each season, they send you a box of $100+ worth items within beauty, fashion and fitness categories for $49.99 per box. Each box comes with a fold out card detailing all the hottest items included along with it’s retail price selected by the FabFitFun team and Giuliana Ranic. Don’t forget to use my coupon code CFG10 to save $10 off your first box! This was the 2nd box I received from the FFF team and in my opinion,... Share this: Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email More Print (Opens in new window) Print Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr

Need a new, flavorful protein drink alternative after your gym session? Try a Protein2O!

in Beauty, Eating In, Eating Out, Eats & Drinks, Events, Health • November 24, 2014

As promised, I am following up my last post with more nuggets of wisdom from the Be Healthful retreat that I attended with the Chicago Food Girl. The venue was packed with the latest and greatest trends to hit the supermarkets (and even more companies willing to deliver right to your door). Protein2o_Final I am very open to trying new and different types of cuisine, especially if you tell me its health advantages first ;). In... Share this: Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email More Print (Opens in new window) Print Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr

Easy Vanilla Chia Seed Pudding with Toasted Coconut Flakes

in Eating In, Eating Out, Eats & Drinks, Health • November 19, 2014

Can you believe Thanksgiving is less than 2 weeks away? With the holidays approaching, I like to get a handle on my eating habits since the average weight gain between Thanksgiving and New Years Eve is around 5 pounds. Besides going to the gym and working out, I love making healthy and easy snacks that complements my lifestyle. Due to my busy schedule, I decided to create my own vanilla chia seed pudding – not only is it simple to make, it tastes as good as it looks! When I... Share this: Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email More Print (Opens in new window) Print Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr

Chicago Food Girl has been selected as one of the 10 finalists in SOHO House Chicken Shop’s #dirtylittlesecret burger contest! I’d love your help to get my “Sassy Bun” burger be featured on their secret menu!

in Eating In, Eating Out, Eats & Drinks, Events, Giveaways • November 13, 2014

Photo by Neil Burger Hi friends! I’ve been selected as one of the 10 finalists in SOHO House Chicken Shop’s #dirtylittlesecret burger contest! If voted the winner, my “SASSY BUN” burger will be featured on their secret menu for a month. To sweeten the deal, they are going to throw a mini launch party with 5 of my friends to celebrate the winning creation. The burger that receives the... Share this: Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email More Print (Opens in new window) Print Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr

EATS & DRINKS // Best Almond Flour Blueberry Muffins (Paleo, Gluten-free)

in Eating In, Eats & Drinks, Health • November 10, 2014

Happy Monday! I have a confession to make – since I started blogging in April, as much as I have enjoyed eating some of the best meals of my life from some of the most talented chefs in the country, I knew it would only be a matter of time I would have to start cooking healthier foods at home because eating good foods = tiny weight gain. I was craving blueberry muffins last weekend and decided to make a healthier version of it. Don’t say I didn’t warn you, these are delicious!

Fall Into LO’s Pomegranate and Pumpkin Refreshing Seasonal Cocktail Recipe + FREE GIVEAWAY

in Eating In, Eating Out, Eats & Drinks, Giveaways, Health • November 7, 2014

Happy Friday! Fall harvest is in full swing and so are my pumpkin cravings. Who doesn’t like a cocktail or two after a long week at the office? Thanks to LO Fruit Beverages, I was able to treat myself to a LO’s Pomegranate and Pumpkin Cocktail, a refreshing seasonal cocktail without the calories! One ten ounce serving of LO Fruit Beverage contains the same amount of calories (40), carbs (8 – 11 grams), and sugars (8 grams) as found in one whole fruit. Additionally, LO Fruit Beverage is a certified low GI (glycemic index) product, as... Share this: Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email More Print (Opens in new window) Print Share on Tumblr (Opens in new window) Tumblr