For months I've been working on a large ongoing project as an on air host and producer for devHour TV. I am so excited that I can finally share more of the details (and some footage) with you. devHour TV is a Chicago based company that has revolutionized the way that people learn about restaurants. Essentially, it's a robust data base of all of Chicago's restaurants and contains high quality photos and video content about each one. In addition to the incredible amount of restaurant coverage the ... [ Read More ]
Archives for June 2014
QUICK Oven Roasted Tomato Sauce
I don't know about you, but I have a complete complex about using jarred tomato sauce. Not only does the sauce go bad really quickly after opening it, but unless you buy one that's pretty much flavorless and pure, it can be filled with tons of disgusting additives and GMOS. That's why I came up with my own recipe that you can prep in the same time it takes you to open a jar (plus some cooking time). I guarantee this sweet and spicy roasted tomato sauce will convince you to leave the jarred ... [ Read More ]
Rustic Potato & Goat Cheese Tart
Since starting this blog, I've been volunteered to cook for one too many dinner parties and get togethers! Normally, I don't mind the cooking (I actually love it), but feeding lots of mouths can get really expensive. Over the course of the last year, I've found that one of my favorite challenges is making unbelievably decadent dishes on a budget. Recently, I made this totally over the top potato, onion, tomato & goat cheese tart. The recipe is inspired by Yotam Ottolenghi's, Surprise Tatin, ... [ Read More ]
3 Reasons You Should be Using Instacart
As many of you know, in addition to being a huge foodie, I am the self-proclaimed queen of technology. I love checking out all the newest phone apps and when I find one that is food related, I enter this crazy state of excitement and feel the need to share it with everyone I know! Today, I am thrilled to share my newest app obsession. This time, the app that caught my attention is called Instacart. Instacart is essentially a personal shopping and grocery delivery service that can get your ... [ Read More ]
Buffalo Chicken Lasagna
Yes. You read the title correct. Today, I am going to share with you an incredible buffalo chicken lasagna recipe. For the first time in my entire life, I am actually totally and utterly proud of myself. This recipe literally came to me in a day dream when my boyfriend asked me to think of something fun and new for dinner. I would go into the dream, but then you might think I'm a little strange... so let's just pretend I'm a complete genius, okay? The recipe starts with a delicious buffalo ... [ Read More ]
Homemade Buttermilk Ranch
I have a total obsession with ranch dressing. Believe it or not, this dressing is actually a pretty healthy option if you're going for a low carb diet. The problem? Most bottled ranch dressings have added sugars and GMOs making this not as healthy as you might think. I'm really making a conscious effort to understand what goes into my body when I'm cooking at home. I feel like when I eat out, I really can't control the ingredients that the restaurants use, but at home, I can control ... [ Read More ]