Harvest Turkey Orecchiette
It’s officially that odd time of year when it’s not quite fall and not quite summer. Its sall, or fummer. It’s hot as hell all day but the sun goes down and it’s chilly. So dinner time ideas are...
View ArticleThirsty Thursday – Ice Cream Cone Shots
Going back to being a kid, ice cream is all about the crunchy waffle cone, chocolate fudge and of course the colorful sprinkles! Well you are an adult now so might as well add your favorite liquor to...
View ArticleThirsty Thursday- Swedish Alcohol
Preparing for a trip also means you need to prepare for what you plan on eating and drinking! With that said, I did some research into what Swedish alcohol and cocktails typically are made of. Here is...
View ArticlePerfectly Perfect Stuffed Chicken Breast
I cook a lot of chicken you guys. It’s the only meat I really make at home for dinner. My boyfriend jokes he’s going to turn into a chicken one day. But when you make it that much, you learn ways to...
View ArticleSweden Trip- Best Restaurants and Bars in Stockholm
As you may know, my mom and I recently went to Sweden for a friend’s wedding! We decided to make the trip a mini vacation and stay in Stockholm for 3 nights. While we were there we enjoyed some amazing...
View ArticleSpider Green Chicken & Potatoes
On my travels I ate a lot fo really unique dishes. I tried to gain as much knowledge as I could and apply it to meals I made at home. My most favorite meal on my trip was in the city of Rapallo at the...
View ArticleThirsty Thursday- Chicago Cubs World Series Inspired Cocktails
Even though I am a White Sox fan, I think it is only right to give a little honor to the Chicago Cubs for winning the World Series last night. After 108 years it is FINALLY their year. Congrats to the...
View ArticleSweden Trip Review- Stockholm
Flying through SAS, going to Sweden, was very relaxing. The food was actually really delicious as well! Since I already had a cold I doped myself up with zquil and sudafed and was knocked out for 7.5...
View ArticleThirsty Thursday – Coffee Cocktails
Happy Thursday everyone! I know some of you can already use a drink…or three. The holidays are coming up soon and something that really saves me from going crazy is spiked coffee. A little coffee and...
View ArticleNational Baklava Day
Baklava is by far my favorite dessert in the entire world! If you don’t know what Baklava is shame on you! Baklava is a rich sweet pastry that is made with layers of phyllo dough, honey, butter and of...
View ArticleThirsty Thursday- Candy Cane Cocktails
Yes, candy cane cocktails! Say that three times fast Candy canes are the candy of Christmas and I figured why not add a little alcohol to the mix and spice up the sugary treat even more. With that...
View ArticleGingerbread Cocktail Roundup
Countdown time. Christmas is days away and I know you already have your shopping done…right? For me now all I have to worry about it getting my food together. I do lots of cooking and cocktail making...
View ArticleThirsty Thursday- Glow in the Dark Drinks
Did you know that tonic water glows under black light? What a unique way to ring in the New Year with glow in the dark cocktails. Here are 5 recipes that will make for the perfect NYE cocktail! Aurora...
View ArticleBrie & Artichoke Soup
Soups on! I could really eat soup all year round, but there is nothing like a hot bowl of soup on a cold day. Since we have no shortage of cold days in Chicago, better get some good soup recipes. I...
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