Apple Cider Moscow Mule

Did someone say November? That’s right, the season where you can eat everything you find that is “fall” flavored and not feel an ounce of guilt because it’s only temporary…or at least that’s what I tell myself after I buy the entire shelf of pumpkin flavored items at Trader Joe’s. Opps. Oh and did I mention Steve doesn’t like pumpkin

The Big Announcement!

 HOLY SMOKES IT’S FINALLY HERE!! THE BIG ANNOUNCEMENT!  Seems like yesterday, I wrote in my planner “start your own company” (yes, I actually used to write that in my planner in college…) and today is finally the day!  I’ve always wanted to find a way to combine my two favorite things, cooking and party hostessing, into one business opportunity. So

Fall for a Cure

Top: Ann Taylor (c/o) / Jeans: Ann Taylor (c/o) / Boots: Old Navy / Hat: H&M / Nail Polish: O.P.I.-Kerry Blossom Some people use makeup to cover up their under eye bags but I’m all about the hats covering up the bad hair after a whirlwind of a weekend.  I mean where did Monday go?..or heck what happened to last Friday? 

Chicago Guide: Wicker Park

Wicker Park? Where’s that?  If you’re not from Chicago or familiar with the Chicago neighborhoods you may have never heard of Wicker Park. It’s a neighborhood a little southwest of downtown and a little hidden gem that most locals like to explore. From the delicious dining options (by far where some of my favs are!) to the endless shopping boutiques,

Falling for Plaid

Dress (c/o): Jmclaughlin | Booties: Old Navy (old, similar here) | Plaid Top (c/o): Jmclaughlin | Wool Hat (c/o): Jmclaughlin | Watch (c/o): Daniel Wellington  It’s official. Fall is here. No literally, today is the first day of fall. Now I typically wait all year long for summer. You know that little kid jumping up and down at the ice cream shop waiting