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How to throw the best (and easiest) Friendsgiving

By thechicagogoodlifeNovember 13, 2018November 16, 2020

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🚨 #MURKYBEFORETHETURKEY GIVEAWAY 🚨 @sassyco

🚨 #MURKYBEFORETHETURKEY GIVEAWAY 🚨

@sassyconfetti and I decided to give #takeouttuesday a different spin this week!

Most restaurants in Chicago are doing to-go cocktails or walk-up windows in light of new dining restrictions and we want you to have your own socially distanced t-day 🦃 bar hop!

Today’s giveaway you will get 4 different gift cards to four different Logan Square restaurants who have to-go drinks you can order curbside or for delivery 🥡! Do it with your pod, solo or go for stroller crawl with the fam.

🍹 $25 to @gretelchicago
🍹 $25 to @renochicago
🍹 $25 to @daisieschicago
🍹 $25 to @lostlakelovesyou

Most of these places are also doing holiday themed cocktails so let the merry season begin 🎄 🕎! giveaway closes 11/27 & will be announced via stories.

to enter:
1. follow myself and @sassyconfetti
2. like and save this post
3. tag your friends (1 line = one entry)
4. BONUS 5 entries if you add this post to your story (must be public so we can see)

Good luck!! #chicagogram #chicagococktails #cocktailstogo #choosechicago

MAMAS THAT STILL MASK UP Because science, less ma

MAMAS THAT STILL MASK UP

Because science, less makeup & more smizing with our eyes 😜

#wearamask #sharetheeverymom #maskup #momsofinstagram #chicagomoms

THANKSGIVING WEEK IS HERE! 🦃 Different, but

THANKSGIVING WEEK IS HERE! 🦃

Different, but we still have to be thankful right? Below is a list of everything that keeps me going every day!

❤️Our health and safety
❤️Two little smiling faces every day (ok fine sometimes Manny too 😆)
❤️COFFEE has kept me going all year round, especially during these quarantine months! I am so excited @tchibocoffee_usa is here because it’s my favorite fancy everyday coffee. You can find it online or at a retailer near you!

Using emojis, what are you thankful for??

AD #TchiboCoffee #EuropeanCoffee #FresherByDesign #coffee #coffeelover

Caption curated by Noah “Hi. I’m Noah. This is

Caption curated by Noah “Hi. I’m Noah. This is Mila. We have gifts for you. Mommy made them. Ok bye” 😭

What he’s really trying to say is the Chicago Family Gift Guide is NOW on the blog!! 🎁🎄Which includes these shirts from the local business @chicagomidwestmade in Pilsen. Everything on the guide are businesses here or made right here in IL.

And now Noah wants to know what’s the best thing you ate all weekend? 😆 Haha #chicagokids #chicagofamily #chicagobusiness #chicagomom #chicagohome

Surviving & thriving on wine walks, coffee & @fabl

Surviving & thriving on wine walks, coffee & @fabletics everything 🙌🏼 #fableticspartner

Receive 2 leggings for $24 deal with VIP membership sign-up. Link in bio ☝🏼

#fabletics #moveinfabletics #momlife #momlifebelike #theeverygirl

Happpppppy birthday Manny! 🎉 Tonight we picked

Happpppppy birthday Manny! 🎉 Tonight we picked up @tzucochicago to go for our celebration. Our kids will be the waiters. Frozen will be our background music. But we are making it work.

I can’t tell you how excited @mrealivasquez is for this meal. He’s been following @chefcarlosgaytan for awhile now as he’s the first Mexican Chef to receive a Michelin star in 2013 & 2014. ⭐️ 🇲🇽

Now for all the margaritas! #tzuco #chicagoeats #312food #chicagogram #chicagofoodstories

HOLIDAY KICKOFF GIVEAWAY CLOSED🎄 The holidays

HOLIDAY KICKOFF GIVEAWAY CLOSED🎄

The holidays are officially here at the CGL headquarters & we are kicking it off with a giveaway for 2 tickets to @shinelightshow2020! We went last week & loved the drive-in holiday light show experience!

We can’t to share everything over the holidays like gift guides, virtual Santa visits & more this season. There’s already lots posted on thechicagogoodlife.com & you can follow along #CGLGoodHolidays for all fun this year 🎉

To enter:

1. Follow @shinelightshow2020 & me 💁🏼‍♀️
2. Like and save this post 📌⁠⠀⁠
3. Tag your friends (1 line = 1 entry) 👯‍♀️
4. BONUS 5 ENTRIES if you add this post to your story (must be public so we can see) 🤳🏻
5. Winner will announced SUNDAY, 11/22 via stories

#chicagothingstodo #chicagobucketlist #chicagoismyboyfriend #chicagomom

The holidays in the city are here! There is someth

The holidays in the city are here! There is something about the holiday season in the city. The lights, decorations and energy is my favorite 😍

I’ve partnered with the car-sharing platform called @shareavail to help bring you around the city this holiday season.

It’s like Airbnb but for cars & provides an affordable option to borrow a car at your travel destination. So whether you are not comfortable taking public transportation yet or want to check out all the holiday lights across the city, @shareavail is a great option for you. Some perks are:

🚙 No second driver fees
🚙 All covered by Allstate Insurance
🚙 18+ can rent without any fees or deposits
🚙 NO cancellation fees!!!

It’s contactless, cars are sanitized between each use (they provide a detailed checklist of the cleaning for you at pickup) & if you use code THECHICAGOGOODLIFE, you get $50 off your first booking (valid through 12/31)! 🚙 AD #ShareAvail #chicago #chicagohome

🚨 TAKEOUT TUESDAY GIVEAWAY CLOSED 🚨 Today’

🚨 TAKEOUT TUESDAY GIVEAWAY CLOSED 🚨 Today’s #takeouttuesday with @sassyconfetti and I is brought to you by @ryechicago that’s opening this Friday!

This spread would be the perfect addition to Thanksgiving or even the day after. Here’s what you get:

🥯 Pastrami - by the pound
🥯 Bagels - by the bakers dozen
🥯 Labneh - by the 8oz container
🥯 Pastrami Beet Cured Cold Smoked Salmon - by the pound

To enter:

1. Follow @sassyconfetti, @ryechicago & me 💁🏼‍♀️
2. Like and save this post 📌⁠⠀⁠
3. Tag your friends (1 line = 1 entry) 👯‍♀️
4. BONUS 5 ENTRIES if you add this post to your story (must be public so we can see) 🤳🏻
5. Winner will announced THURSDAY, 11/19 via stories 🗣#eeeeeats #312food #chicagogram #chicagorestaurants #chicagofood

Chicago’s quarantine part 2 now activated. But

Chicago’s quarantine part 2 now activated.

But I’m prepared now. I bought nail polish remover, baking supplies & wine is on the way.

How are we feeling? Describe your mood in emojis below 👇🏼 #artofchi #chicagojpg #chicagogram #chicagoshots #chicagoeveryday

Catch me outside.... while snacking on some @ghcr

Catch me outside....

while snacking on some @ghcretors popcorn that is🍿😄 @ghcretors is handcrafted, small batch popcorn & this cheese & caramel blend is highly addictive! You’ll want to keep away from the kids & keep this snack for yourself 😎 #ad #cretorspopcorn

Dining out 2020 😷🥶 Quite literally. Outsid

Dining out 2020 😷🥶

Quite literally. Outside & cold. But we’ve been colder Chicago. Supporting our favorite local restaurants while we can, cold & all 💙 #312food #chicagofoodscene #chicagofoodauthority #chicagofood #chicagogram

A Midwest Battle of the cheese! AD This Sunday, th

A Midwest Battle of the cheese! AD This Sunday, the Chicago Bears face the Minnesota Vikings, so why not have it be a battle of the local cheese made with milk from @midwestdairy too! 🧀 🏈 IL vs MN edition.

You can make this snack board with the following:

🏈 Add IL cheese like Caputo or Marcoot Jersey Creamery
🏈 Add MN cheese Redhead creamery, Eichtens or Cannon Belles
🏈 Wings, candy, meats and crackers

*there’s lots more Midwest cheese to choose from, these are just a few examples! You can check @WholeFoods for more.

And GO BEARS!!! 🐻🐻

@dairygood #NourishingWhatsNext #SupportLocal #UndeniablyDairy #cheese

If you were looking for a sign, here it is...order

If you were looking for a sign, here it is...order from @kiegolchicago tonight & you’ll thank me 😜

Have you tried it? It’s sooo good. Traditional Oaxacan cuisine (homemade blue corn tortillas 🙌🏼), yummy mole & BYO.

And if you’d like anymore BYO places for the future, I have a huge list on the blog. Just search BYO! 🍷 ✨#chicagopatio #312food #uptownchicago #chicagofoodauthority #chicagorestaurants

Catch flights, not feelings. And by flights, I mea

Catch flights, not feelings. And by flights, I mean just long walks in different neighborhoods. Only type of travel these days...😜

On the blog this week are some great spots to take photos at throughout the city 📸 Whether it’s holiday photos or engagement, I rounded up 16 indoor and outdoor spots. Including the DePaul Quad which is actually where we took our engagement photos. Link in bio!
#artofchi #chicagojpg #depaul #lincolnparkchicago #chicagogram

🚨 TAKEOUT TUESDAY GIVEAWAY CLOSED 🚨 Round ✌🏼 Let #goodandsassy buy you breakfast from two of the best local spots!

@sassyconfetti and I are continuing are #takeouttuesday this month & giving away a breakfast package!

A $25 dollar @eatcba gift card & a $25 dollar @brewbrewchicago gift card.

To enter:

🥯Follow @sassyconfetti & me
🥯Like and save this post⁠⠀⁠⠀ 🥯Tag your friends (1 line = 1 entry)
🚨 BONUS 5 ENTRIES if you add this post to your story (must be public so we can see 😊) 🥯Winner will fast! Within 24 hours and announced via my stories.  
#chicagofood #chicagolocal #chicagobusiness #chicagofoodauthority

Another episode of Coffee with Christine coming at

Another episode of Coffee with Christine coming at you. ☕️

Something I’ve been thinking about is the month of November. It’s usually my favorite month. Friendsgiving, endless family birthdays (Mila turns 2!) Thanksgiving & the feeling of the holidays approaching. I look forward to it this year.

But this year is different. No big celebrations. No parties. Not seeing my friends or all of our family. I actually had a moment the other day about it.

But I have to say, looking at the positive of it. November will be more time spent the kids. Buying things we need rather than want. Planning small & simple. Not running on empty from party to party.

Simplifying my life this month is something I actually look forward to. This is forcing us to condense everything, cut out the unnecessary.

So what I’ll be doing? Pouring a big cup of @tchibocoffee_usa to warm my soul all November long. It’s new to the Chicagoland area & delicious. It’s that fancy everyday coffee you need right now. You can find it at Tonyi’s, Jewel, Pete’s Fresh Market & more! AD #TchiboCoffee #EuropeanCoffee #FresherByDesign #coffee #coffeelover

That Bears game sucked, but this weather doesn’t

That Bears game sucked, but this weather doesn’t! 🙌🏼

We had the most productive day everrrr! What’s one thing you go done today?!!

Happy Sunday 🍁 #happysunday #chicagoweather #chicagolife #theeverygirl

I take back everything I said about you 2020 🎉💙
#nowtheworkbegins #letscelebrate
#bidenharris2020 #kamalaharris
#chicagogram

Keep your friends close & your flatbreads closer 🍕 AD This election requires all the comfort food. Who’s with me?! 🙋🏼‍♀️

@panerabread has NEW flatbreads in all stores now. There is:
🍕 Margherita
🍕 Chipotle Chicken and Bacon *my fav! 👏🏼
🍕 Cheese

They are have a crispy dough & then finished on a pizza stone. They are topped with yummy, clean ingredients 🙌🏼

You can also make it a meal and pair it with any of your favorite soup or sandwich!

Which would you try?? #panerapartner #panerabread #panera

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