Adventures of a girl on a budget
I lived in Chicago for three years and still feel like there’s so much I didn’t have a chance to explore. The city is huge, which can be overwhelming. For foodies it is heaven, with boutique brunch spots, authentic Mexican cuisine, and new places popping up all the time. Sometimes it seemed hard to keep up with the ever evolving restaurant scene. If you are wondering about things to do, check out my posts for various activities throughout the city. I also have included restaurant reviews and a few reviews for hotels (for when I needed a staycation). I hope they help you plan an exciting trip to the Windy City!
When you are walking down Green Street in the West Loop neighborhood in Chicago, you might not notice Green Street Smoked Meats at first. The entrance is located across from The Allis in the same alley with the entrance to High Five Ramen. If you walk down to the far end of the alley, a […] Read more…
I majored in History in college, and I am therefore a self proclaimed nerd. I own it completely and fully admit museums are some of my favorite places to spend my time. The beauty of a day at a museum is that you can never walk out without having learned something new. Such was the […] Read more…
Before I moved to Chicago, I did not understand how good a taco could be. Of course I had eaten tacos before – my mom made them for dinner sometimes in my youth. But her tacos fell far short of what Chicago has to offer (sorry Mom!). When I moved here, it was like a […] Read more…
I am always on the look out for cool places to eat and what’s a cooler way to eat than at a retro drive-in restaurant? Opened in 1948 and still owned by the same family, Superdawg Drive In is a unique and distinctive Chicago landmark located on the far north side of the city. The […] Read more…
On the Milwaukee strip in Logan Square, across from the Logan Square Theatre, sits a small European style grocer and deli. Inside, you can shop for local and imported items in order to prepare an excellent meal at home, or order one of their amazing sandwiches. Half Italian Grocer is a must for anyone craving […] Read more…
Now that Spring has sprung in Chicago, it is time to explore the options for eating outdoors! One of the best outdoor patios in Chicago is located on Damen Ave in Wicker Park. Here, just under the L train tracks, sits Big Star, home to some delicious grub and fantastic drinks. The Vibe One of […] Read more…