Adventures of a girl on a budget
I lived in Chicago for three years and still feel like there’s so much I didn’t have a chance to explore. The city is huge, which can be overwhelming. For foodies it is heaven, with boutique brunch spots, authentic Mexican cuisine, and new places popping up all the time. Sometimes it seemed hard to keep up with the ever evolving restaurant scene. If you are wondering about things to do, check out my posts for various activities throughout the city. I also have included restaurant reviews and a few reviews for hotels (for when I needed a staycation). I hope they help you plan an exciting trip to the Windy City!
I first heard of BIG & little’s from a friend one day during a discussion on where to get good tacos for lunch. It was then that I put it on my mental To Do list, since finding the best tacos ever is an ongoing quest of mine. My next encounter with the restaurant came while casually […] Read more…
I have fond memories of going to the aquarium as a child. Whether I was on a school field trip or just out with my family, there was always something new to explore. When my boyfriend came home with a certificate he had won for two free passes to the Shedd Aquarium here in Chicago, […] Read more…
Asian cuisine happens to be one of my favorite and I always jump at the chance to have it. When I first saw a deal for Boba tea and Bao, I was not at all familiar with this particular style of asian cuisine, but was definitely intrigued enough to find out. I got a craving for […] Read more…
I am a huge shoe lover. I always have been. Back when I was in high school, my parents first caught onto my addiction and tried to cut me off, but to no avail. I can remember going to buy new shoes and hiding them in the front closet so my parents wouldn’t know and […] Read more…
Apple Picking Season! Alas, it appears summer is officially over. As the Fall heralds in colder weather it also brings with it a slew of fun and affordable activities. One of my favorite seasonal outings is apple picking! Growing up, my family made it a tradition to go apple picking together every year around the […] Read more…
From the title, you might think I have been out robbing a bank. Well, you would be wrong – although I do have a Bonnie and Clyde fantasy that has yet to be fulfilled. The bank vault that I visited is actually part of a restaurant in Wicker Park, Chicago called The Bedford. Located underground, The […] Read more…