March is here, and although it may still be cold in Chicago, spring is just around the corner. Soon the flowers will bloom, we’ll shed our large winter coats, and begin celebrating all that the season has to offer. First up is that holiday that brings along some great Chicagoland traditions—none other than St. Patrick’s Day! Whether you’re…
Chocolate is a must during the month of February, and what better way than in a gooey molten lava cake. These lava cakes are perfect for a Valentine’s Day surprise for whomever it is you’re celebrating with! Having a fun spa night with your friends? Why not pair that with these delicious, luxurious, and chocolaty cakes for a…
The Super Bowl is only a few weeks away, and whether you’re hosting a party or just watching with your family, we’re here to help you get game day-ready. Of course, we can help you with the basics, like TVs, speakers, and sound systems, but that’s not all. I think we can all agree that the best part…
New year, new start! What appliance is going to help the new, healthier you? Vitamix. This one blender does the work of 13 household kitchen appliances. With this single machine, you can make recipes like smoothies, salsa, peanut & almond butter, hot soups, ice cream, baby food, and even pizza dough! Today we have a healthy green smoothie…
During the holidays come countless parties and family gatherings, and with them, tons of food. With all the hustle and bustle of prepping for and attending parties, it can be hard to find the free time to make something nice for just you and your family. Well, we’re here to solve that with this scrumptious Christmas morning treat…
We’re pulling this post out of the archives in preparation for the inevitable leftover situation we’ll all be facing the day after Thanksgiving. It’s one of our favorite recipes because it requires minimal effort, essentially zero cooking skills, and you’ll only need to buy one item. That makes it especially perfect after two days filled with Thanksgiving cooking…
The leaves are falling, the weather is changing, and everyone is wearing flannel. You guessed it—it’s fall, which means pumpkin EVERYTHING! Pumpkin is a great autumnal that can be used in seasonal treats in so many ways! Today we’re featuring an awesome pumpkin treat you can enjoy for a festive breakfast or a warm dessert. These pumpkin twists…
The start of October, with its fall colors and crisp air, can evoke a variety of feelings. This time of year is always special to me, because once the weather changes, it’s all about baking in my house! I love to bake sweet treats to share with family and friends, and in October I love to make cupcakes.…
With fall on the horizon and the new school year still fresh in our minds, we’ve been thinking a lot about childhood comfort foods. You know, the kinds of warm, satisfying foods you might have enjoyed in the lunchroom or on a lazy fall Saturday at home. And, let’s be honest, the kinds of foods that got us…
Cruise through the profile of any popular Instagram foodie from a big city and you’re bound to encounter a gallery filled with over-the-top desserts: Colossal cookies, ornate cakes, and overflowing frozen treats decorated like a child’s sugar-fueled dream. We’ve grown fond of the type of milk shakes made popular by a variety of Chicagoland establishments, which manage to…
