Let's face it, brunch is always on my mind when the weekend rolls around. I'm sure most of Americans can agree with me. Who doesn't love waking up on a Sunday morning, putting on a fancy outfit and meeting up with friends and family to enjoy pancakes, eggs and whatever else your heart desires? A side of hash browns, bacon, fruit... and don't forget the iced coffee! Sunday brunch is the one day ...
New in the Neighborhood: Snap Kitchen
When one of my best friends told me a new grab 'n go café was coming to Chicago that had vegetarian and vegan options with fresh juices, my heart may have skipped a beat. I've heard of healthy fast food services before in the city such as Chefmade and Kitchfix but had never heard of Texas-based Snap Kitchen until last month. Naturally, I followed the company on Instagram and had to find out what ...
The Loyola Phoenix: Fig & Olive
If you are in downtown Chicago and head toward Lake Michigan, beyond the retail shops, you will find Fig & Olive (104 E. Oak St.) — a Mediterranean cuisine-inspired restaurant with an open lounge and bar. A seafood-heavy menu, well-lit dining room and seasonal garden terrace attracted me to the Mediterranean joint. I’ve come to find that if a restaurant has a vibrant décor, natural light and ...
What I’m Loving Lately: Spots in Chicago
Every month that I'm living in this city, I am constantly reminded of how grateful I am to be living here. As cliché as it may sound, I often forget the amount of wonderful opportunities that surround me. I've heard it said again and again but how many people get to take the bus down Michigan Avenue to get to class? You may be reading this thinking taking the bus isn't too thrilling but honestly, ...