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Chicken Sausage, Spinach and Banza Lasagna

By thechicagogoodlifeJanuary 25, 2020January 25, 2020
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Our Chicago Winter Bucketlist

By thechicagogoodlifeJanuary 9, 2020February 29, 2020
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Gift Guide: Chicago Experiences for Everyone

By thechicagogoodlifeDecember 2, 2019December 2, 2019
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A Chicago Girl’s Gift Guide

By thechicagogoodlifeNovember 25, 2019February 9, 2020
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Best Places for Holiday Photos (indoor & outdoor)

By thechicagogoodlifeNovember 20, 2019May 22, 2020
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Want to hear some magic? @panerabread has now ma Want to hear some magic? @panerabread has now magically combined two of their classic menu items into one delicious dish! The broccoli cheddar soup AND mac n‘ cheese! 🙌🏼 It’s delicious and didn’t last long in our house. It’s available now at all store locations & perfect for a fall weeknight dinner! 🧀🍝 🥦. How can you really go wrong with any cheese n’ cheese?! If you’d try it, let me know 🙋🏼‍♀️ #ad #panera #panerabread #panerapartner
2020 👉🏼 2017. Same place, same tractor ride 2020 👉🏼 2017. Same place, same tractor ride but 3 years later & a world of difference. We returned back to @goebbertspatch yesterday & I could tell he was smiling under that mask all day 😷. I’m glad we went. But I’m even more glad for all the white pumpkins I bought. Fall decor mode turned 🎃🍁 Where are some other pumpkin patches & apple orchards you’ve been to? #goebbertsfarm #chicagomom #chicagokids #sharetheeverymom #wearamask
Moms Friday Kitchen Menu on Fridays: frozen, lefto Moms Friday Kitchen Menu on Fridays: frozen, leftovers or takeout. Sorry not sorry. :) Who’s with me 🤷🏼‍♀️ Tonight’s dinner is brought to you by @benihana frozen meals that I found at Target. It’s a taste of @benihana without leaving your house, which after this week, I’m so okay with 🙌🏼✅ #ad #benihana #fridaynightdinner #athome #experiencetheoriginal
I never met a plant I didn’t like 🌱 the probl I never met a plant I didn’t like 🌱 the problem is the other way around 🤔 @semillaschicago is Latina owned & 100% amazingness. I even left with a new plant baby to love ❤️ I am taking all your favorite Latinx owned shops now in stories to share tomorrow. Or let me know below👇🏼 📍Pilsen, Chicago #latinaownedbusiness #choosechicago #pilsenchicago #pilsen #hispanicheritagemonth
It’s been a day. A week. But here’s a reminder It’s been a day. A week. But here’s a reminder that early voting officially starts tomorrow in IL. We are now 40 days before the election. Check 👉🏼elections.IL.gov 👈🏼 for early voting sites 📅 Go vote. If not for you, for our kids and the future #blacklivesmatter #vote2020 #rockthevote #voteforchange #vote
If I can’t go to an island right now, let me fin If I can’t go to an island right now, let me find the closest thing to it 🌴🏖🙋🏼‍♀️ @islandpartyhut is on the river & tucked away between Lakeshore Drive & Columbus. Drinks, beautiful views, music, outdoor games, etc. Kind of like a real vacation, without the actual travel part 😎 I added it to my 2020 Fall Bucketlist: Covid Edition that is now on the blog! Link in bio 👆🏼#chicagobucketlist #explorechicago #chicagogram
I like big boats and I cannot lie ⛵️ With two I like big boats and I cannot lie ⛵️ With two days of summer technically left, my friends & I crossed off one last thing on our summer bucketlist. Going on an @chicagoeboats! Nothing like some time momma free time & Vitamin D ☀️ We left from Rockwell on River & had the best day. You can bring your own food, drinks & they run through October! Use code Christine20 for $20 off your next cruise #hosted #chicagobucketlist #happymom #momentslikethese
60 days until Thanksgiving! I know it’s crazy. # 60 days until Thanksgiving! I know it’s crazy. #AD It might look a little different this year, but @butterballturkey has these snacks to go right now to give you a little taste of what’s coming (whether it’s big or small!). These Premium Snacks are like a mini Thanksgiving meal made with 100% all-natural turkey breast. Now available at @jewelosco. Now tell me, what’s your favorite Thanksgiving tradition? Honestly, I live for our Friendsgiving every year #butterball #butterballturkey
“My mother told me to be a lady. And for her, th “My mother told me to be a lady. And for her, that meant be your own person, be independent” RBG. May we all raise our girls to be just that. Independent, strong & willful 💫 Between the passing our RBG & watching Lenox Hill, my Friday night was an emotional one. I hugged the kids extra hard this morning. But today is a new day ❤️ #strongwomen #rbg #womeninspiringwomen #sharetheeverymom
10/10 would recommend kayaking to a friend 👍🏼 The @urbankayaks night tour on the Chicago River is an hour & the views are second to none 🌃 save 📌 for your fall Bucketlist now! #kayaking #chicagoriver #chicagoriverwalk #chicago
Big hair. Big mood. Even bigger empanadas 🙌🏼 Big hair. Big mood. Even bigger empanadas 🙌🏼 Tip: pick up @cafetola empanadas in Avondale & eat along the river. Also peep Milas new necklace. Sorry, she said she’s not linking it for ya 😉 #Avondale #eeeeeats #latinaownedbusiness #infatuationchi #chicagofoodauthority
I tried to think of a good caption but all I can t I tried to think of a good caption but all I can think of “top 5 best dish I’ve had in 2020”. We visited @kiegolchicago in Uptown for a date night recently & absolutely blown away by the traditional Oaxacan food. Everything from ceviches, tamales & tiayudas. The owners are from the state of Oaxaca in Mexico & serve some of the most traditional items from the region. It’s BYO, patio seating, take reservations & several vegetarian options available. Pictured here☝🏼: homemade blue corn tortilla stuffed with corn truffle, chihuahua cheese, beans all served in a red sauce. Thanks @sassyconfetti for the recommendation 😍 #hispanicheritagemonth #mexicanfood #312food #oaxaca
Tomorrow kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month & norma Tomorrow kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month & normally we would watch the parades & celebrate. However, everything has been cancelled this year. But Hispanic Heritage Month is most definitely not. 🙌🏼 As we raise our multiracial children, it’s important for them to know their heritage. This includes learning Spanish, eating traditional food & learning about all of their heritage. This is why it is so meaningful for us. ❤️ We want to take this month to highlight Chicago Latinx owned & operated restaurants, businesses & more every week. The goal is to discover new places & people all across the Chicagoland area! Week 1: Restaurants & bars Week 2: Stores & spas Week 3: Entrepreneurs Week 4: Latinx bloggers & content creators I’ll be sharing on my feed & in stories a few times a week! If you would like to be included, let me know or tag the the brand below👇🏼 #multiracialfamily #hispanicheritagemonth #sharetheeverymom #interracialfamily (Pic is from last September, but highly recommend Cranes for Apple picking!)
Hey Chicago it’s a W 🐻🎉👏🏼 We were Hey Chicago it’s a W 🐻🎉👏🏼 We were in the loop today for the first time in 6+ months. There was probably more pigeons than people 😳. Crazy to see. Hope Sunday was good to you! #downtownchicago #visitchicago #lovemycity #chicagobucketlist #chicagogram
Pasta & wine get me every time 😍 There’s a N Pasta & wine get me every time 😍 There’s a NEW pasta lab in town and it’s called @empolichicago. Everything chef @chefjairzinho makes is FRESH, from local Midwest produce. Everything from sauces, different kinds of pasta to butter & caviar. A kit comes with the homemade pasta, sauce, Parmesan & basil. It’s pickup & delivery only. Ok, what’s everyone up to today? This weather needs to exit itself out 😂 #eeeeeats #pasta #homemade #infatuationchi #datenight
If there is one thing we all need to keep up in a If there is one thing we all need to keep up in a post Covid world is drive-in movies 🎥. Who’s with me?! My favorite thing we did all summer was seeing Shrek at the drive-in @chitownfutbol. Kids loved it. snacks are brought to the car & it’s the perfect social distant fun. Honestly, it gave me all the childhood vibes & I loved it. 😍 Playing this weekend is Finding Nemo, Lion King and Mean Girls. And Black Panther is coming soon! Thanks to @toyotausa for helping create the best experience with The Highlander🚗 & the massive trunk perfect for a picnic. #toyotapartner #toyota #toyotaatthedrivein #driveinmovie #chicagobucketlist
Throwing it back to pre-mask & indoor dining days Throwing it back to pre-mask & indoor dining days 2019 😊 One year ago, this community came together & donated almost $1000 of back to school supplies with @c2cchicago in those boxes right there.😍 Today, we are excited to announce we are partnering again for a ✨Social Distance-Social Impact✨ Day October 3rd! Our goal is to collect 100 boxes of winter items like coats & accessories for babies to teenagers! We all know our winters are brutal & we want to make sure our children are warm & prepared! When: October 3rd from 11am-1pm Where: At @c2cchicago warehouse on 4141 W. George Street. We will be outside collecting items! What: Gently used or new winter coats & accessories sizes newborn to age 12, in a bag or box 📦 So as you clean out your closets this fall, save those winter items to donate ❤️❤️ For more information on the amazing things @c2cchicago does for the community, please head to their website. When dropping off items, please wear a mask & maintain distance. Thank you! Hope to see you there! Drop a 📦 if you can donate 🤗 #donate #chicagoland #cradles2crayons #chicago
AD Hi! I’m here to provide you with all the basi AD Hi! I’m here to provide you with all the basic fall necessities 🍁🎃 Whether you are hosting a small picnic or want to kick off fall at home, here is an idea! 🍁 Pick up all the fall snacks from @hostess_snacks like Caramel Crunch Donettes, Iced Pumpkin CupCakes or Pumpkin Spice Twinkies 🍁 Pumpkin candle 🍁 Head to the dollar store & pick up pumpkins & fall decor 🍁 Make oat milk pumpkin spice coffee & the recipe is: -8oz coffee -3 tbsp oat milk -1 tsp 100% pumpkin purée -1/2 tsp pumpkin spice -1/2 tsp vanilla -1/2 tsp 100% pure maple syrup -1 cinnamon stick Boil all the ingredients together except the oat milk. Froth separately. Once boiled, remove cinnamon stick and pour into glass. Add your frothed milk! Sprinkle with cinnamon. Enjoy! If you want to create this at home or make this fall board, save this recipe for all your fall needs 🍁 Live your Mostess™️ #hostesssnacks #hosting
Rain, rain go away. Please try & take Covid away 🤷🏼‍♀️ #wishfulthinking #fableticspartner This month’s @fabletics outfit is loungewear which is perfect as I prepare for my Chicago hibernation. Anyone else? You can get 2 leggings for $24 deal with VIP membership sign-up in my bio or stories now! http://liketk.it/2W994 #fabletics #myfabletics #chicagomom
Soaking in all of the last of summer sunshine on o Soaking in all of the last of summer sunshine on our little city patio... Who am I kidding? I’ll be out here in a faux fur sipping margaritas all winter long🍹 I may have just ordered a small heater too 😂 I linked all the Overstock patio decor which is now on sale in stories or at http://liketk.it/2Oot4 So patio dining year around or what?! 🙋🏼‍♀️🙋🏼‍♀️ #cityliving #chicagoweather #citylife #outdoorspace
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