Discovering health, wellness and the little things in Chicago.
Every month that I'm living in this city, I am constantly reminded of how grateful I am to be living here. As cliché as it may sound, I often forget the amount of wonderful opportunities that surround me. I've heard it said again and again but how many people get to take the bus down Michigan Avenue to get to class? You may be reading this thinking taking the bus isn't too thrilling but honestly, ...
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 ...
Since I write for my school's newspaper, The Phoenix, I will now put my Chicago restaurant reviews under the category "Loyola Phoenix". Taken straight from what I put into the paper, I will include the articles I write bi-weekly. Enjoy! College students are always on the hunt for the cheapest eats without traveling far distances. Most of us will spend our nights too busy to go to the dining ...
As my quest for new healthy eateries in Chicago continues on, I’ve been meaning to try more places that accommodate both vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. While on vacation in Washington D.C. this past June, I heard of a neat spot called Le Pain Quotidien that has locations in major cities including Chicago. Although I never ate there during my visit, I knew I must stop in to the Gold Coast ...
Before coming to Chicago for school, I had a list of restaurants (vegan and vegetarian friendly) that I was waiting to try. Some of them are still lingering on a Post-It note on my computer because they're quite a hike away but the one that is always the closest and quickest to eat at is Native Foods Café. You can pretty much find Native all over the place (California, Chicago, Oregon, Colorado). ...
On Saturday morning I made the trek to Chicago at around 8am and through a rain storm and heavy traffic, I finally made it into my dorm during the late afternoon. I always try to pack healthy snacks/breakfasts/lunches when I'm going on a road trip or long car ride just so I don't starve during the trip and end up with nasty options on the side of the road. I started my morning off with ...
