Chicago's skyline is probably one of the most beautiful things I have ever seen. Every time I look at it when I'm driving home from work, it literally takes my breath away. As a result, since I moved here, I've been searching for a great restaurant at the top of one of the many sky scrapers. After asking around, a few friends recommended I head over to Citè located on the 70th floor of the famous Lake Point Tower (rumor has it Oprah used to live in that building). I am headed off to Mexico for ... [ Read More ]
Archives for November 2013
Happy Thanksgiving: 5 Things I am Thankful For
Happy Thanksgiving to all of you and your families! I wanted to take this opportunity to express the 5 things I am most thankful for (besides my blog, which you all know means more than anything to me). 1) My Parents: Where would I even be without them? I literally don't think I could have more supportive and loving parents. I am so proud of the way they have raised me and l can only hope to raise my kids half as well. They've always believed in me, talked to me like an adult (even when I was ... [ Read More ]
Fun with Chopped Salads
I try to keep my diet mainly low carb (although lately I haven't been to good at it). As a result, chopped salads are a life saver for me. I love the combination of lots of different ingredients and the ability to make all different kinds if salads and switch it up so I'm not getting bored. Since the Get Healthy Challenge is coming up (and there will be a lot of chopped salads), I figured I'd give you a run down of some of my favorites. Remember, as long as it's low carb, you can basically ... [ Read More ]
Recipe: Butternut Squash Soup with Calvados
It's starting to get chilly out! Chicago saw it's first snowfall today and I felt inspired to pass along my DELICIOUS Butternut Squash soup laced with Calvados. I got the inspiration for this recipe from the "New England Soup Factory" in Needham, Massachusetts. I've altered it a little bit to suit my tastes and I think you'll really love it :). Oh, and if you don't know Calvados is, it is a delicious apply brandy from France that adds an incredible depth of flavor to this soup. This soup ... [ Read More ]
2 Ingredient Recipe: Chia Seed Pudding
Last weekend, Dan's cousin, Erica, came to visit us. Although it's so fun just having her around, admittedly, her best contribution to the weekend was her Chia Seed pudding recipe. This 2 ingredient treat makes the perfect breakfast and gives you amazing sustainable energy to get you through the morning. It's sort of reminiscent of a tapioca (except SO much healthier). 2 Ingredient Recipe: Chia Seed Pudding This 2 ingredient treat makes the perfect breakfast and gives you amazing ... [ Read More ]
Honey Sesame Chicken and Broccoli w/ Jasmine Rice
Who doesn't love delicious Chinese take-out (especially on a cold winter night)? My favorite dish is sesame chicken and broccoli over rice! I literally live for the delicious crispy chicken covered in sweet, sticky sauce. Despite how amazing it tastes, let's face it, this stuff is loaded with sugar, fat and pretty low quality ingredients. Last night, I found myself craving some Chinese sesame chicken and was determined to create a my own version (since I'm trying to eat healthier). Not only ... [ Read More ]