A few weeks ago, I took an unforgettable trip (with some unbelievable women) to Guadalajara Mexico. If you had asked me to tell you anything about Guadalajara before my trip, I don't even know that I would have been able to place it on a map. Shame on me. When I tell you that Guadalajara IS Mexico, it's actually an understatement. Not only is it the second largest city in Mexico, but it's actually considered to be the cultural center of the country. It's where Mariachi was started and just ... [ Read More ]
Chicago-Style Deep Dish Pizza
Let's face it, every once in a while, you get a craving for an over-the-top, carb-loaded, Chicago style Deep Dish Pizza. Unfortunately for the majority of people, getting to Chicago to satisfy this craving isn't always in the cards. Even if you're from Chicago, waiting for hours in the crazy lines just doesn't feel like the "local" thing to do, right? Well, today I'm going to show you how you can easily make your own version at home! Do you want to know what makes this recipe even easier? ... [ Read More ]
Sweet Potato & Sausage Breakfast Burritos (Make-Ahead and Freeze!)
Since becoming a new Mom, my mornings have become extremely hectic. From the moment my daughter Elia opens her eyes at 6am, it is pure and utter chaos. As a result, unfortunately, breakfast started to take a backseat to other things. It wasn't long into this whole, "Mom thing", that I realized a lack of a healthy, hearty breakfast, actually gave me less energy and made it much more difficult to get through the day. To be honest, it was even more stressful because I knew even if I did have a ... [ Read More ]
My Whole 30 Shopping List Survival Guide
In February, I completed my first ever Whole 30! Even a few months out from finishing, I feel better than ever and the results were honestly astounding (you can read more about them here). I seriously can't WAIT to do another one and am actually planning one for later this month! Ever since I finished, I've gotten hundreds of questions from you about how to prepare for it. Since I'll be starting up again, I thought it would be fun to share my shopping list of essentials that I know I will ... [ Read More ]
How to Start a Blog in 10 Easy Steps
Despite my passion for food and being a Mom, the number one question I get asked is, "How did you start your blog?" and "How can I start my blog?" Since I have this complex where I need to answer every single person that reaches out to me, I figured it would be easier for everyone if I just got my words down on paper (okay, the internet) and shared my steps with you! Believe it or not, starting a blog is actually really easy and I encourage everyone to do it! I think there is some mystique ... [ Read More ]
Latest Obsession: Argo Tea Ready-to-Drink Bottled Teas
If you know ANYTHING about me and my husband, you know we are both self-proclaimed tea-a-holics (yes, I invented and am claiming this word). It doesn't matter the time of day, the two of us are always making tea at home or planning our next trip out to grab a cup from one of our favorite spots, Argo Tea. I always say if you want to find me, check the Michigan ave location of Argo Tea, haha! Recently, I discovered Argo’s Bottled Teas and I simply HAD to share with my fellow tea lovers. First ... [ Read More ]
A Travel Agency For Kids is Opening in Chicago!
What if I told you that on March 18th, your kids could get a round-trip ticket to Planet of Evil Unicorns, Stinky Broccoli Forest or Cotton Candy Swamp? Well, get their bags packed, because it's happening! Let's face it, now more than ever, kids aren't being given the opportunity to stretch their imagination. With all the screen-time distractions and video games, it's just going to keep getting more difficult. Well, Radio Flyer is set-out to change all that by opening up the first ever travel ... [ Read More ]
3 Mistakes Network Marketers are Making (and how to avoid it)
Over the past few years, network marketing has made a complete resurgence (and in my opinion, has gotten a little bit of a well-deserved makeover). Hundreds of thousands of women (and men) are flocking to this career path because of it's flexibility and the promise of making some pretty big money with a very low upfront investment --usually less than $200. The idea? Sell some products to your friends, family and acquaintances and while your at it, recruit some of them to join your sales team. ... [ Read More ]
A Foodie’s Guide to Telluride
Over the course of my life, I've had a few, "pinch me", moments that make me wonder what I did to deserve such a blessed and abundant existence. Those rare moments I'm speaking of happened to occur multiple times during my recent trip to Telluride, Colorado. Everything about this place is truly magical and unlike anything I've ever seen before. If you haven't heard of Telluride before, it's actually a former mining town turned luxury ski destination set deep in the Rocky Mountains. The area ... [ Read More ]
Real Fruit Tea: A product you NEED to try to believe
If you've been following me for a while, then you know I'm not a huge fan of posting product reviews. To be honest, they usually just feel gimicky and sponsored to me. Then I was introduced to Real Fruit Tea and there was NO way I couldn't tell you guys about it. On the surface, this tea seems like an ordinary jar you'd see in the grocery store aisle. Open it up though and your senses will be challenged and you'll be left saying, "hey, how'd they do that?" SPOILER ALERT: They have a ... [ Read More ]
