One of my favorite dishes of all time is Bibimbap. If you haven't heard of this Korean staple, I feel bad for you! Basically, Bibimbap is a signature Korean Dish that actually means "mixed rice". It's traditionally served as a bowl of warm white rice topped with a variety of sautéed and fresh vegetables. It's usually topped with a fried egg and some sort of protein (like beef, pork or tofu). Once assembled...you take in all it's beauty and vibrance. Then, you mix it all up and eat it. ... [ Read More ]
Grape-Nuts Waffle w/ Peach and Cranberry Compote
If you ask any nutritionist or personal trainer, they are going to tell you that breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day. Whether you like it or not, if you want to maintain a healthy lifestyle, you really need to start your day with a solid breakfast. One of my favorite ways to start out my morning is using my waffle maker! Since today is #WaffleDay (yes that's a thing), I figured I would share one of my favorite nutritious and protein-packed recipes. My latest ... [ Read More ]
A Plea to Chipotle (for all those cilantro haters)
Cilantro. The word alone makes me cringe. If you're a cilantro hater like me, you know exactly what I mean. The stuff literally tastes like a deadly combination of soap, dirt and your worst nightmare. But guess what? It's not your fault! A study conducted by Cornell University proves that us cilantro haters can't help it! It's actually hard-wired into our DNA and there isn't much we can do about it. You need to know, that you're not alone. It's thought that 10-20% of the population also has ... [ Read More ]
Everything Erica’s Ridiculous Garlic Bread (Using Door to Door Organics)
I'm about to change your life (yes food can do that). Remember that Italian Farm to Table dinner party I threw last week (you know, the one where I made that crunchy chicken milanese)? Well, it's time to get ready for part two... Today I'm going to show you how to make the most wild garlic cheesy bread in all the world. And the best part is the entire recipe was made using farm friendly ingredients from my favorite company, Door to Door Organics. Get ready to wow your guests! Start ... [ Read More ]
Vanilla Yogurt Bread
This may be surprising to some of you, but I have a confession to make - I am not the world’s most confident baker. I clearly have a handle on savory food, but sweets leave me all sorts of dazed and confused. Now, Im determined to change that. I’ve decided to step outside my culinary comfort zone and try to perfect my baking skills because I think it’s my duty as foodie to explore all realms of food. This beautiful vanilla yogurt bread was a great start. You can pair it with any glaze, ... [ Read More ]
Chicken Milanese w/ Roasted Tomatoes (Using Door to Door Organics)
One of my favorite Italian dishes of all time is a crunchy chicken milanese. I decided I would give it a try and make it myself this week and it turned out to be easier than I ever could have imagined. It all started when I received my weekly box of Door to Door Organics food box. I was sent the most beautiful fresh arugula, some unbelievably sweet local cherry tomatoes, Gunthorp Farms chicken breasts and a crusty loaf of Red Hen Bread Ciabatta Olio Bread. It seemed like it was the perfect ... [ Read More ]
A Fun, FOODIE Mother/Daughter Weekend in Chicago!
This past weekend, my amazing Mom came to visit me in Chicago. Not only was it so great to spend time with her, but I finally got to share my passion for food with her. She got a glimpse into my new career as a food blogger, my inspiring friends and life that I've built in this incredible city over the last two years. We had a whirlwind of a time and got the opportunity to eat at some amazing spots. If your mom is coming to town, I highly suggest you go to these 6 spots I'm going to tell you ... [ Read More ]
Ahi Tuna Salad
I love ahi tuna. I think it’s mainly because it’s super tasty and satisfying, but doesn’t make me feel heavy (so I am able to keep powering through my day). Also, having it be one of my favorite raw foods, the crisp coolness of the fish makes it my go-to in the summer. When I first started working with tuna, I felt extremely intimidated. Restaurants just make it look very simplistic and elegant in their preparation. Not saying I don’t trust myself, but this is just one of the many ... [ Read More ]
Rustic Apricot Tart
I don’t know about you, but when summer hits, I get this overwhelming urge to make pies for everyone (is that weird?). I just think they are so stinkin' cute and the perfect gift to bring any host when you go to a summer BBQ. I know what you’re thinking, pies are so much effort. Believe me, I couldn’t agree more. To make pie's a bit easier, I've created a recipe that will give you all the delicious flavor of a pie without all the extra time it usually requires. And let's face it, by not ... [ Read More ]
Restaurant Review: Del Frisco’s Steakhouse (FREE FOOD OFFER)
Last week, I had dinner at Del Frisco’s Steakhouse with the best friends you could imagine. Simply put, this evening was truly perfect. I hadn't gotten the chance to catch up with my friends in a while, so I decided to plan an intimate evening with them and attempt to dine al fresco (since we haven't had much outdoor time this summer). I really wanted to get together for a nice meal and chat about life (and obviously food). After serching high and low for rooftops in the city, I came across ... [ Read More ]
