Discovering health, wellness and the little things in Chicago.
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 ...
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, ...
Well hello there internet world, it's been a few weeks since I last blogged but I'm back! I apologize for the lack of posts and yummy photos plastered on my blog but with a ton of work and a week long vacation in southern California, I've amped myself up to get back to the blog life. "A new year means a new me" is what I often find on most social media sites or hear when I'm out passing by ...
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 ...
From flying back to Chicago from Kansas last Tuesday, dealing with numerous flight delays and getting back into the swing of a three-day school week, I ended up not going to Whole Foods or Trader Joe's once. Very proud of myself as I pretty much live through those stores weekly in order to get my odds and ends for the week. Almond milk, snacks, veggie burgers, etc. Thankfully, my mom sent me a ...
