When it comes to summer, there’s one golden rule of thumb – bottom line, always wear sunscreen. After burning one too many times, I’ve become a big advocate of sunscreen and faux tanning methods. Everyone’s skin tone is different: I have extremely sensitive and fair skin. Your level of protection will vary, but always use… Continue reading Guide: Sunscreen for Every Occasion this Summer
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CheapWeek: Connections are Everything
Connections are everything, and that was pretty characteristic of the awesome things that happened this week. Always put your best foot forward when meeting new people (and maintaining old friendships) – you never know where they could lead! 6/8 – Farmer’s Fridge, Quirky and #Foodiechats Farmer’s Fridge is very close to my heart after being… Continue reading CheapWeek: Connections are Everything
Salads in the Loop – AND A GIVEAWAY
This article has been several weeks in the making. I contacted several restaurants and chains with locations in the Loop (and River North, hereafter referred to simply as “the Loop”), and all of them gave me an opportunity to try their products for free in exchange for an honest review of their salads and their… Continue reading Salads in the Loop – AND A GIVEAWAY
#CheapWeek: 5/4 – 5/10
5/4 – BMA and Maggiano’s This week was a busy one for me, especially as far as professional development goes. On Monday, I attended the Business Marketing Association (BMA)’s event “An Afternoon with the Stars” at 1871. I love 1871, because it’s such a cool community of entrepreneurs and startups. Just being there makes me… Continue reading #CheapWeek: 5/4 – 5/10
Henry’s Swing Club Gave Me Free Food When I Wrote a Haiku about Balls
My love obsession with DMK’s Restaurants started almost a year ago. Right before the Chicago Marathon, DMK started their own “sorta” marathon to capitalize on the buzz and to advertise the opening of their new location – Henry’s Swing Club. The “sorta” marathon started at DMK’s original location, DMK Burger Bar in Lakeview. The idea was… Continue reading Henry’s Swing Club Gave Me Free Food When I Wrote a Haiku about Balls
#CheapWeek: 4/19 – 4/26
Sometimes I do some pretty cool things that don’t necessarily warrant an entire blog post. So, moving forward, #CheapWeek will be a review of the fun things I did and ate in Chicago the previous week. This is your insider’s guide to how a real “Cheap Ass” lives. 4/19 – Chef Week Kickoff Party People – embrace the… Continue reading #CheapWeek: 4/19 – 4/26