Girl Scout cookies are hard to resist. And I love buying a few boxes of Somoas when the season comes around and sticking them in the freezer. But they’re not always available year – round! & They’re not healthy either. So try this healthy Samoa recipe out if you want to snack on these decadent […]

One ritual I love to integrate into my wellness routine is grabbin’ a cup of coffee or tea. Here’s a roundup of places you can head to in Chicago for a cup of your own. Intelligentsia The go – to spot when you want a classic quality cup of coffee. They care about their roasts, […]

Doughnuts aren’t something I would usually think to make at home, and I’m honestly not that much of a baker, so these doughnuts were the perfect, easy bake for me to try out. The maple glaze is the best part of these. You can also top these doughnuts with candied prosciutto for a nice garnish, […]

This is my all time favorite winter salad because it tastes like you’re eating dessert. A lot of variations of this salad use mixed greens, but in this rendition, by using just arugula, the sweetness of the toppings evens out with the bite that arugula has. Stocking up on pecans and cranberries will save you […]

There’s nothing like drinking a cocktail with some freshly squeezed fruit juice in it. As someone who gets congested when drinking beer, I tend to lean toward these types of cocktails, but reducing the amount of hard alcohol in each serving, over grabbing a hoppy beer. If you want tequila instead of vodka, try this […]

This bianco pizza is the first pizza I’ve ever made using fruit. And I have to say that it turned out pretty well. The cheddar and fig jam compliment each other well so the pizza isn’t too sweet. I’d probably slice the nectarines thinner than I did this time around. You can also add the […]

This Sunday I made a couple recipes, and nothing quite hit the spot. Until I decided to try to make a small one-serving soup recipe using staple ingredients. Usually when making soup, I’ll get excited about making a big pot of it and eating it for the week. But I always end up throwing some […]

The Jambon-Beurre sandwich is one of the most popular sandwiches in France. Or the ham and butter sandwich. It’s classically made with a thin baguette, lightly salted French butter and jambon De Paris. I added a couple additional ingredients like cornichon pickles and Gruyère cheese. A cute little cafe down the street from me makes […]

Christmas time is quickly approaching. Maybe your group is looking a little smaller this year. Well, no worries! This spicy chocolate covered candied prosciutto will be delicious for any group holiday gathering. The cayenne in this prosciutto gives the dish an extra kick and the dark chocolate elevates it to holiday – ready. With a […]

This recipe is perfect for entertaining around the holidays! This drink is punchy and warm. Consider this recipe the winter rendition on a classic whiskey sour. Serve to your friend who loves brown liquor and non sugary drinks. Ingredients Makes 2 cocktails 6 sage leaves, for muddling 1 ounce cinnamon syrup 1.5 ounce fresh lime […]

Juicing is my favorite way to get hydrated, cleanse my system and just to drink something fresh. Carrots are a great candidate for juice, for me at least, because I’m not the type to snack on a ton of raw carrots. An important difference to note when juicing though, is that the fiber is not […]

Aperol is an ingredient I had never dug out in the grocery store aisles, but I’m so glad I was able to finally start experimenting with it. It’s got a vibrant orange color and a citrus – flavored punch. Try out this simple spritzer for a bubbly treat. Ingredients (Per Each Cocktail) • Handful of […]