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!
Going to the movies has always been a favorite pastime of mine. There is something magical that happens in a movie theater when you can be completely lost in a story, another world, or even time period. However, movie tickets have only gotten more and more expensive over time. Going to a free advance movie […] Read more…
When I saw a deal for a restaurant called mEAT, it didn’t take me long to figure out what they specialize in. What I didn’t know was they way they serve their delicious meats: on skewers. Not only does this new restaurant serve up gourmet skewers, but they also cook up some amazing appetizers, sides, and […] Read more…
As an adult, I have become very fond of wine. So much so that it is honestly my preferred adult beverage (after margaritas of course). When I saw a deal for a wine bar close to my house, I jumped at the chance to sip on exotic wines from all over the world. The Vibe Webster’s […] Read more…
I am a lover of anything wrapped in dough and baked until crispy. So naturally, I am a huge fan of empanadas, those little pockets of joy that are stuffed with meat or veggies and baked to golden perfection. In Wicker Park, 5411 Empanadas is churning out a variety of empanadas in all different shapes […] Read more…
I don’t think I’ve ever met a person who enjoys spending time at the airport. Between the early arrival times, security hassles, airline delays and annoying procedures, there isn’t really any reason to look forward to a trip to the airport (aside from the final destination, of course). In an effort to change this universal […] Read more…
In addition to May being my birthday month (yayy!), it also happens to be National Burger Month! There is nothing quite like sinking your teeth into a juicy burger with all the fixin’s, right? In fact, one of the best descriptions I have heard of how amazing a good burger can truly be, is from Marshall, […] Read more…