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Lots of things to do this month! There’s a mix o Lots of things to do this month! There’s a mix of family friendly & adult things. 🫖 Peter Rabbit Tea at Peninsula 4/7-30th @thepeninsulachi 🪺 Chicago’s Biggest Easter Egg Hunt in the Chicago Women’s Park & Gardens 4/8 🌎 Litter Cleanup with the Shedd at Ping Tom Park 4/8 @shedd_aquarium 🪄 Family Magic show 4/16 @chicagomagiclounge 🎶 Candlelight 100 Years of Warner Bros. at Music Box 4/20 @fever_us @musicboxchicago 🍹Rooftop Happy Hour at The Kennedy Hotel M-F 4-6pm @kennedyrooftop 🛍️ One of a Kind Spring Show 4/28-29 @ooakchicago 🎥 39th Latino Film Fest 4/13-22 @chilatinofilm 🍷 IO Godfrey Wine Fest 4/22 @iogodfrey #chicagobucketlist #chicagothingstodo #chicagoparent #choosechicago #do312
Come get ready with me to get my skin spring ready Come get ready with me to get my skin spring ready with a hydrafacial at @facefoundrie! I try to get hydrafacials when the seasons change, just to remove dead skin, brighten my face and add some hydration. My skin gets so dull in the winter! I also add on a collagen mask which helps with hydrate my skin and leave GLOWING! I see @beauty_by_rikki_ & she’s amazing. Mention me for $10 off your first time services. 📍 West Loop, Bucktown & Naperville soon! #chicagospa #chicagobeauty #chicagoblogger #chicagomom #chicagosalon
Sittin’ Pretty @moonflowerbar I tried some new Sittin’ Pretty @moonflowerbar I tried some new cocktails @moonflowerbar, including this Sittin’ Pretty. Jasmine infused gin, peach, white vermouth, Milkis and plum powder. One of my fav cocktails right now 🥰 #chicagobar #chicagodrinks #chicagococktails #infatuationchi #drinksdrinksdrinks
DAILY BRUNCH! 🍳 @breakfasthousechicago They no DAILY BRUNCH! 🍳 @breakfasthousechicago They now have 6 locations, with it’s latest opening up in Belmont Cragin! They are serving up breakfast and lunch dishes daily, with big portions! I tried a bit of everything from the house hash, French toast and one of my favorites, Diego’s fried chicken sandwich marinated in the chef’s own buttermilk recipe, topped with a fried egg and jalapeño sauce! So good! Definitely shareable! AD #chicagofoodie #chicagofoodauthority #312food #chicagobrunch #chicagobreakfast
When I see sun, I see fun (it’s like a sliver of When I see sun, I see fun (it’s like a sliver of sun today, but I’ll take it) Happy hour @bargoachicago ☀️🍹🌴 Mon- Thu: 5-6pm Sun: 3-5pm Gimlets, daiquiris, whiskey sours, beer & wine all on HH menu + small bites. 🍹Sea Foam- not on happy hour but so good. Tequila, mint, habanero bitters topped with salted watermelon foam! 🍹Shimmering sands- mezcal, apricot, pineapple & pickled lime cordial #chicagohappyhour #chicagococktails #chicagobar #chicagorestaurants #rivernorthchicago
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
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