Every once in a while, I just want to eat appetizers for dinner. Well, these Asian chicken wontons are perfect for that occasion (and perfect for you next party.) Plus, they’re fun to make. Not only are they super light and fresh, they are satisfying enough to help you forget they are actually pretty healthy. So, let the wonton making, begin! This recipe makes 50 wontons + extra filling for next time! </br> Place one wonton wrapper in the palm of your hand. Scoop about a ... [ Read More ]
Avocado Berry Smoothie Bowl
With Chicago summer in full swing, we all need something to cool down with. This smoothie bowl is the perfect (and easiest) way to help you wake up on the right side of the bed! If you haven't tried avocado in a smoothie before, you're missing out (even if you think you don't like them!) It adds a beautiful creaminess to the smoothie bowl that makes it even more delectable. Obviously, this recipe is very flexible. You can use whatever berries you like and you can arrange your toppings to your ... [ Read More ]
Wholly Guacamole Tour & Festival Recap!
Last night, I rocked out at the Live Wholly Tour and Festival event hosted by Wholly Guacamole at the Elbo Room in Chicago. The concept is just too cool! Basically, Wholly Guacamole is traveling across the country to Nashville, Chicago, New Orleans, Los Angeles, and Minneapolis in search of the best musicians. In each city, a line up of contestant compete in an open mic competition to win $500 and the chance to go on to the final round to win $10,000 and open up for a big music act at the ... [ Read More ]
My Top 5 Hair Secrets REVEALED
If I got a dollar for every time someone asked me about my hair, I would be able to quit my job and live on a private island somewhere off the coast of Europe. Okay, maybe I wouldn't be able to live THAT large, but I'd make some extra money for sure! Having a good hair day isn't nearly as hard as you think and today I'm going to share with you 5 tips to help you achieve your #hairgoal moment every single day. Tip #1: Wash your hair once a week. Yes, you read that correctly. I only wash my ... [ Read More ]
A Mediterranean Feast with Wild Garden
Earlier this week, I received a box of products from Wild Garden to test out (I guess my job does have its perks). I've always want to cook Mediterranean food, but to be honest, after purchasing all the herbs/spices that I would need to make the marinades, I end up spending way too much money. Since Wild Garden's marinades and sides have everything you need, I was instantly inspired and ready to take on a Mediterranean dinner! For my Mediterranean feast, I decided to make 4 different ... [ Read More ]
The Ultimate Kids Birthday Party (for my 30 year old Husband)
This past weekend, my husband, Dan, turned 30 years old! Planning a birthday party while almost 9 months pregnant is not an easy task to begin with. When I asked him what he wanted to do, he was really vague and just said he wouldn't mind hanging out with me and a few friends at his favorite adult arcade, FTW (For The Win) in Streeterville. Since it was a big milestone birthday, I knew I had to make it special for him. Dan has always been a little kid at heart, so I thought, "why not throw ... [ Read More ]
My Pinterest Perfect Baby Sprinkle at Cafe Spiaggia
This past weekend, I experienced one of the most beautifully put together gatherings of my entire life at Cafe Spiaggia. The best part? This little soiree happened to be thrown for me to celebrate the upcoming birth of my little girl. Now I have to be honest, from the day I found out I was pregnant, I never intended on having a a Baby Shower. Not only is it considered somewhat taboo in the Jewish religion (we love our superstitions), but I also just got married a year ago and had a ton of ... [ Read More ]
Sweet and Tangy Watermelon and Pear Slaw
Supposedly, spring is right around the corner (although I'm still waiting to see some signs of it here in Chicago)! Since warmer weather brings happy people wanting to BBQ, there is going to be a desperate need for a fresh and light salad to accompany all your yummy meat! Make sure you’re prepared for your next BBQ with this insanely easy and tasty side dish. I promise you will impress all your friends with this unique looking salad and once they give it a try, they’ll be even more ... [ Read More ]
The Truth about the 2nd Trimester (and some products I live by)
Let me set the stage for you. As I sit here writing this post, I'm laying in bed propped up by 4 pillows. I'm in my underwear (which are starting to become a little tight) and a once baggy pajama shirt that is now a little snug around my midsection. I have intense back pain because I had a meeting this morning that went a little longer than planned (I had to sit for a consecutive two hours). Oh, and to top it off, I have a baby that is kicking me constantly because she doesn't like the ... [ Read More ]
The Instagram Change & What it Means for you (and how to save your account)
What is the Change: Today, Instagram has announced that they will officially be changing their algorithm affecting the way posts are displayed on your feed. Since it's inception, Instagram has always shown photos in chronological order (thus the name INSTAgram). Now, rather than showing you the posts in chronological order, the new algorithm will sort the posts for you based on the "the likelihood you'll be interested in the content, your relationship with the person posting, and the ... [ Read More ]
