I believe that you need to serve something that can be considered an entree when you host a party. And at th

Confession: I am not a fan of potato salad with mayonnaise based dressings. This inspired me to play around wi

When I was having trouble deciding what to prepare for our most recent party, I asked my friend Maya what she

Judging  by the fact it is popping up on menus, and disappearing from grocery store shelves, farro is becomin

Recently my Mom called me, and after she was done scolding me for dying my hair pink, she told me that she had

Last weekend Charles and I had a low key brunch at one of my favorite restaurants, Summer House. When it comes

I've got something fun for you today. I have teamed up with six of my favorite Chicago food bloggers for a vir

In the summertime, my eating habits are extreme. I am either traveling and indulging in amazing meals at resta

I have always loved the Fourth of July. Charles and I got married over Fourth of July weekend three years ago,

What's Broccomole? It's a dip made with steamed broccoli, that can be compared to guacamole. And it is my new

Just when I thought that I was done posting avocado toast recipes, inspiration struck and I created a recipe

Looking for a dessert for the Fourth of July? These American Flag Cookie Pizzas are both patriotic and easy t

Cheesecake is a dessert that everyone loves. Right? No one says no to cheesecake. It's sweet cheesiness is irr

Lemon squares with a shortbread crust.

  Strawberry Peach Sparkling Rosé Sangria is the ideal summertime drink. It's a sweet fruity sparkling coc

You know those Sunday nights when you are completely exhausted from doing so much over the weekend? (And perha

I have created a super simple recipe for the perfect party food: Bacon Cheeseburger Stuffed Peppers. The conce

The abundance of Polish food in Chicago is just one of many reasons why I love this city. Chicago is home to t

When I asked Charles what we should serve at our rooftop party inside-on-a-45-degree-night-party, he immediate

When my European in laws came to visit from Singapore, I did the most American thing possible. I made brownies

I struggled with naming this post, since this recipe is the combination of several things: pico de gallo, cow

This quick weeknight meal is loaded with flavor, and vegetables! My husband recently requested that I make a B

Recently my friend Lauren and I were asked to participate in a twitter chat for Rioja Wine. Instead of just tw

Yup, I am a little obsessed with shaved brussels sprouts. They are crunchier than salad greens, and they last

Guacamole is something that everyone loves, it can be thrown together quickly, and it's a great appetizer to b

Doughnuts became Chicago's big food trend a few years ago, and it is only gaining steam. If you follow me on I

If you are making roast chicken, you should definitely be pairing it with gravy made from the pan drippings. 

  Is it just me, or are Mondays always a little bit more hectic? I feel like I spend my Sundays trying to pre

Looking for a lighter meal loaded with flavor? This walnut crusted chicken with a mustard sauce is fantastic s

As National Grilled Cheese Month comes to a close I thought I would share one more recipe with you. I am downr

I love the sweet and salty flavor combination, and these Sweet and Salty Hasselback Sweet Potatoes seasoned w

Have you tried a shaved brussels sprout salad yet? They have become popular in Chicago, and it's something I c

  What's more delicious than rice? Brown Butter Risotto, and it is easier to make than you might think. I cr

After I made Lemon and Garlic Roast Chicken, I made a big batch of simple Chicken Vegetable Soup. It was a chi

  Two Bean Bison Chili is a super simple one pot meal that can be made in just 30 minutes. This hearty chili

An easy recipe for mini quiches that you can fill with your favorite vegetables.