Discovering health, wellness and the little things in Chicago.
As I am slowly starting to get back on the blogging track, I thought this would be a great opportunity to get back into doing What I Ate Wednesday's as a few of my favorite food bloggers do. While sharing with you the wonderful things I've been chowing down on lately, I also want to introduce you to one of the newest products that's hit my foodie shelf. The shelf I keep stocked with all of the ...
If you are in downtown Chicago and head toward Lake Michigan, beyond the retail shops, you will find Fig & Olive (104 E. Oak St.) — a Mediterranean cuisine-inspired restaurant with an open lounge and bar. A seafood-heavy menu, well-lit dining room and seasonal garden terrace attracted me to the Mediterranean joint. I’ve come to find that if a restaurant has a vibrant décor, natural light and ...
Just when I thought I could not be more involved with hummus and anything chickpea related, I decided to make these homemade baked falafels. By viewing a few different recipes online such as ones from Just A Taste and Minimalist Baker, I was able to whip up a unique mini falafel recipe. Instead of pairing it with tahini sauce or tzatziki, I threw mine with some Heidi Ho Organics' Chia Cheeze sauce ...
When I think of the ultimate festive fall item that is always being roasted in my oven, you can bet your money that it's a sweet potato. I usually dice my sweet potatoes up in the oven with a few dashes of 21 Seasoning Salute from Trader Joe's, coconut oil and maybe some nutritional yeast. Within 20 minutes, I have perfectly baked wedges or fries that pair nicely with a veggie burger, salad, ...
When looking for fast food, proximity is often important, leading students to venture into Chipotle or Five Guys. Another important aspect is price. Healthier food usually comes at a greater cost than a $1 burger from McDonalds. Luckily, LYFE Kitchen (1603 Orrington Ave.) offers food with no artificial ingredients, has quick service and unique flavors, all without the large price tag. After ...
This past weekend my friend visited from Michigan and we spent a great time brunching on some of the finest foods in Rogers Park and the Chicago area. During the short two day weekend, we went to Uncommon Ground and Beatrix. At Uncommon Ground, I had the amazing smoked maple Gunthorp Farms chicken hash. It came in a hot skillet with two fried eggs on top of the most tender chicken I have tasted ...
