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Part 5 of finding tropical like places around Chic

Part 5 of finding tropical like places around Chicago to brighten up this month @mimastasteofcuba in Irving Park is serving up empanadas that were my favorite (they were packed with meat), Cubano sandwiches, ropa vieja, tropical and frozen drinks that transport away from this gloomy march. Check it out and follow me for more! #chicagorestaurant #chicagofood #irvingpark #chicagogram #chicagofoodauthority

About that Lolla lineup…. 🙋‍♀️ 🫶 One

About that Lolla lineup…. 🙋‍♀️
🫶 One of my best memories is finding @mrealivasquez solo air guitaring to Metallica in a crowd. I expect a repeat this year to RHCP, Manny 🎸 PS- kids under 10 are still free with an adult ticket & there are kid bands that perform. Last year, we saw @cielitolindofamily #lollapalooza #chicagofamily #chicago #lolla #chicagosummer

Part 4 of trying to find the tropical like places

Part 4 of trying to find the tropical like places in Chicago! @carnivalechi front bar has gotten a complete remodel! It’s bright, fun and they have lots of events coming up including the Copa Carnival, Easter brunch and their weekly Sunday brunch! Check it out and follow me for more! #chicagorestaurant #thingstodochicago #choosechicago #do312 #chicagogram

Some weekend options for you!! Friday: @drunksha

Some weekend options for you!!

Friday: @drunkshakespeare and happy hour/dinner at @labriolachicago or @venteuxchicago before show. Both happy hours are good deals!

@artinstitutechi is free until 3/24!

Saturday: @chicagovintagefestival in Ravenswood. Stop by some @maltrowchicago places after shopping. Many are family friendly, but don’t serve food! Sometimes there are food trucks parked outside.

Indoor @greencitymarket at @rockwellontheriver
Free Character story time with Belle from Beauty and the Beast @timeoutmarketchicago. Then grab food there after! @soulandsmoke has my kids fav Mac n cheese!

Sunday: Stout Festival at @gooseisland (tickets selling fast! First session sold out) or @gpconservatory flower show! #chicagobucketlist #chicagothingstodo #do312 #chicagoevents #choosechicago

No strikes out here. Except for the rained out Sox

No strikes out here. Except for the rained out Sox game ⚾️

#toyota #springtraining
#toyotagrandslam #tundra
#toyotapartner
@toyotausa

We came, we saw, WE HIKED a mountain! 🏔️ @s

We came, we saw, WE HIKED a mountain! 🏔️

@sassyconfetti & I took our @toyotausa #tundra to hike the Lookout Mountain in Arizona! The uphill/downhill shift logic & 14 inch touchscreen came in handy getting up to park this mountain!

We are now off to the Cubs Spring Training game! AD #toyotagrandslam #arizona
#toyota #springtraining
#toyotapartner

We are taking on the Spring Training with @toyotau

We are taking on the Spring Training with @toyotausa in ARIZONA for the next week! @sassyconfetti and I will be heading the the Cubs game, Sox game and hitting lots of local attractions in our @toyotausa Tundra, which is perfect to get up these hills. Any suggestions on where to explore and eat, let us know ⬇️ Can’t wait to share more from the games all week ☀️⚾️ AD #toyotagrandslam #letsgoplaces #tundra #springtraining #toyota

Green river is always a winner ☘️💚 View tod

Green river is always a winner ☘️💚
View today from @swissotelchi #chicagoriver #chicago #chicagostpatricksday #chicagogram #chicagogram

Part 3 of finding tropical like places in Chicago…We visited the Mariscos restaurant, @baharestaurante in Belmont Cragin. The ceviche was delicious with fresh seafood and cocktails are tropical (and strong!). Its perfect place to bring little sunshine this March. Check it out and follow me for more! #belmontcragin #chicagofoodauthority #312food #chicagoeats #chicagofoodie

HAPPY INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY!!!! Here are a f

HAPPY INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY!!!! Here are a few of my favorite women owned businesses in Chicago. I wanted to take today to give them some extra well deserved love! 🫶

I know there’s many many more to be included, so tag your favs in the comments 💥

@kidochicago
@lillabarnclothing
@bubblesacademy
@semicolonchi
@genevieveboutiquechi

@micorazoncafe.pilsen
@stockyardcoffeehouse
@brownsugarbakeries
@chicagofrenchpress
@you.are.legendary
@salonvchicago
@facefoundrie

@southportgrocery
@thedearbornchi
@mitocaya
@lesudchicago
@erischicago
@moonflowerbar
@thedandycrown
@nobodysdarlingbar

#chicagowomenownedbusiness #chicagobusiness #choosechicago #chicagorestaurants #chicagowomen

🌸 Make your own paradise 🌸 but in Chicago PA

🌸 Make your own paradise 🌸 but in Chicago PART 2! Next is taking a tropical garden walk through the @gpconservatory 🌴🌺

One of the largest in the nation, free to enter  (but you need to reserve ticket in advance online) and they currently have a Spring Flower Show running through March. Check it out and follow me for more. @choosechicago @enjoyillinois @chicagobucketlist #chicagobucketlist #chicagoinfluencer #chicagothingstodo #garfieldparkconservatory #choosechicago

Bob Chins for the win 🦀🫶 @bobchinnscrabhouse

Bob Chins for the win 🦀🫶 @bobchinnscrabhouse had my first visit & did not disappoint.

Crab legs, jumbo shrimp scampi, calamari, calamari and of course, the rolls 🥰 #seafood #bobchinns #infatuationchi #chicagolandarea #eattheburbs

St. Patricks day themed tea time is here at @lhchi

St. Patricks day themed tea time is here at @lhchicago 🫖 ☘️.

It starts with a basket of soda bread, scones and Irish shortbread. Followed by the second course, this adorable tower filled with sweet and savory treats. I loved the corned beef roll, cucumber sandwiches and more. We left with to-go boxes because it’s a good amount of food! Each guest also gets their own tea kettle of their choice. $85 per person and there is a kids menu with separate pricing. It’s here only this month! Thanks for hosting mw @lhchicago!

And thanks @streeterville_mama for joining me! 🫖

#chicagohotels #chicagorestaurant #chicagodowntown #chicagofoodauthority #312food

☀️ NEW SERIES ALERT ☀️ Make your Own Parad

☀️ NEW SERIES ALERT ☀️ Make your Own Paradise, but in Chicago. I’m on the hunt for more tropical 🌴 places to make us all feel a little less cold this March. It might be cocktails, shows, things to do, restaurants and more! Anything to help bring Spring Break to us! 🌸

Starting with @bargoachicago This Indian- Portuguese fusion restaurant has fun cocktails like this called Sea Foam or Toes in the Sand. They also have daiquiris on happy hour! Its a really great after work drink spot in River North! They also make their own tajin, which is really really good!

Check it out and follow me for more! #chicagobars #chicagorestaurant #chicagofoodauthority #312food #rivernorthchicago

Hello MARCH!!! 👋 some things to do this month!

Hello MARCH!!! 👋 some things to do this month!

🌸 Garfield Park Conservatory flower show. All month long @gpconservatory FREE but reserve tickets online
🏢MSI Free Days 3/1, 3/6, 3/14 @msichicago
💚 Green Book Exhibit @ihmec (highly recommend!)
☘️ Chicago River Dying 3/11
🛍️ International Women’s Day Market 3/12 @artifacteventschicago
💃🏼 The Tina Turner Musical 3/14-4/2 @broadwayinchicago
🐠 Ritmo del Mar at Shedd Aquarium 3/25 @shedd_aquarium Latin music like Cumbia, salsa and more!
⚾️ Cubs Opening Day 3/30 @cubs

Anything else, add it below! #chicagobucketlist #chicagothingstodo #do312 #enjoyillinois #chicagofamily

On Tuesdays, we all should all Paco Taco 🌮 @pac

On Tuesdays, we all should all Paco Taco 🌮 @pacos_tacos_chicago #tacotuesday #chicagotacos #chicagomexicanfood #infatuationchi #eeeeats

🗣️PARENTS & CAREGIVERS 🗣️did you hear th

🗣️PARENTS & CAREGIVERS 🗣️did you hear that storm last night?! 🌧️ it means spring is coming. Which means summer is close & it’s time to start thinking about those two stressful words. “Summer Camp”

So let me try to help a bit!

I’m working with @galileocamps again to share our first camp experience last summer. @galileocamps is a STEAM camp that is hands-on, project based and incorporates outdoor like water day each week, skits, songs & more! Noah came home with a project every Friday (hello catapults, launchers and contraptions!)

You can sign up for a week at a time & registration is now open! I have a 15% off code for new campers & returning. 10 locations across the city & burbs.
Code GOODLIFE15

#chicagomom #chicagoparent #chicagocamp #chicagokids #chicagofamily

10/10 would recommend working & caffeinating @cafe

10/10 would recommend working & caffeinating @cafe_deko_20 #chicagocoffee #chicagocoffeeshops #infatuationchi #312food

St. Patricks Day Events & Experiences that all sti

St. Patricks Day Events & Experiences that all still have tickets left! ☘️☘️

🫖 London House St. Patrick’s Day tea time @lhchicago
🚤 Chicago fire boat river dying cruise @chicagofireboattours Early tour is family friendly, later one isn’t as much.
☘️ Shamrock Block Party @shamrockntheblock all ages welcome!
👨‍👩‍👧 Irish American Heritage Center @iahcchicago family friendly!
🎉 Northwest side Parade 3/12
🎊 Southside Parade 3/12
☘️ Lady Gregory’s Irish Specials - celebrating from 3/2-19 @ladygregorys
🍻 Charm’d Popup bar all month long @charmd_bar great for a night out
🍳 Frontier Brunch 3/11 @frontierchicago out with friends!
☘️ Family Gallagher Way family celebration 3/12
@gallagherwaychi

I’ll be sharing more in stories as I see things available! #chicagostpatricksday #chicagoriver #stpatricksday #chicagoevents #chicagobucketlist

New Exhibit Alert! 🚨 The Green Book Exhibit at

New Exhibit Alert! 🚨 The Green Book Exhibit at the @ihmec in Skokie is here until April (also free admission this Friday!).

This book turned exhibition includes artifacts to historic footage, images, & firsthand accounts that illustrate how Black Travelers moved across the country with help from the Green Book during the Jim Crow era.

There’s also a ton of Chicago references! Including this Sutherland sign from a former hotel known for its jazz scene & hosting Civil Rights meetings in Kenwood!

#illinoisholcaustmuseum #choosechicago #chicaglandarea #chicagothingstodo #chicagohistory

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