Here in Chicago winter can be harsh on the closet. The sidewalks and roads are covered in salt not to mention slush and ice, giving shoes and clothes (especially coats) a serious beating. Practically everything is covered in a layer…
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In November, the corner of Ohio & Rush was suddenly abuzz… NYC’s legendary Shake Shack finally made it to the Windy City! Dubbed a modern-day “roadside” burger stand, this luxe fast-food joint has taken NYC, most of the World, and…
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It’s the time of year when Hubby and I only crave soup. When the wind is blustering outside and the damp snow is falling, nothing warms the soul like a steaming bowl of soup. It’s practically liquid summer. Especially when…
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Chicago is a city full of surprises.Often people visit without knowing what to expect and yet slowly and surely find themselves falling for the charms of the Windy City. As a native Chicagoan, I’m not surprised — our city is…
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Back in December I had the grand fortune to win a gorgeous bouquet from Kalla, an artisan floral delivery service currently exclusive to South Florida and Chicago (but expanding to more cities!). With all the flowers I feature on this…
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Sed Bona, a snippet of the Latin phrase “Pauca Sed Bona“, means “quality over quantity”. It means that having more isn’t always best. It means empowering yourself to do fewer but better, more beautiful, and more fruitful things
