Southern France Patisserie

So thankful for this delectable drop off from one of the best kept secrets in Chicago! It's one of my greatest pleasures to have the fortune to work with foo...

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The Excitement of “Firsts”

Mini Whipped and I trekked to Drury Lane Theatre in Oakbrook to review the musical Camelot. It was an afternoon we will likely both remember forever. One of th...

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Come Meet Martha Stewart With Me?

Watch a cooking demonstration, get an autographed sneak preview copy of Martha's book and hang out together! Who's in? I have been impressed with Martha Stewar...

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Culinary Discoveries of the Summer

A few things that I'm excited about this summer. Once again, I have been a delinquent blogger. Well, I have been too busy enjoying summer. And, dealing with my...

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Movie Review: Won’t Back Down

I have a 4-year-old and live in Chicago where public school teachers are currently on strike. For me, there is no better time to think about the state of our na...

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What I Learned at Jury Duty

For the first time in my life, I fulfilled my civic duty acting as a standby juror. At the end of last week, I drove to the suburbs to report for jury duty at ...

ChicagoFood Experiences11 Comments

A Visit to Lakeview Pantry

"Thank you for showing your daughter the power of her generosity." -Christina, Lakeview Food Pantry From looking at this unassuming facade, it is hard to k...

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Pinkalicious: The Musical

This week, you can delight a pink lover in your life by treating them to the show Pinkalicious: The Musical. Keep reading to find a pinkerrific ticket deal. Yo...

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Tank Noodle Restaurant – Chicago

There are times when I get a sudden pang inside followed by an urge. The message floats to my brain, " I need Pho from Tank Noodle Restaurant." Vietnamese food...

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Swamp Water? No! Vietnamese Sweet Treat

Most of the time, I have a lot more fun deciding which Vietnamese desserts to buy than I do consuming them. There is a wonderful Vietnamese eatery in Chica...

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Johnny Casserole to your door

Homemade one-pot comfort food dishes delivered to your door with a fine baguette by a man named David who calls himself Johnny? Right up my alley. Our kitchen ...

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Fuerza Bruta

If you live in Chicago or nearby, check your calendar and then make plans to see this show.  I am still flying high from the energy of last night's performance...

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