Confession: Being a Florida girl, I thought tangerines and navel oranges were the only citrus worth having. A sort of provincial citrus snob. But, diving more into healthy eating and plating art, blood oranges kept cropping up. The color & flavor profile definitely intrigued me. Easter & citrus season actually coincide well, and we volunteered to […] Read More
How to Segment an Orange
Segmenting (or supreming) citrus is a great way to remove the bitter taste of the pith & dress up any dish. This is a basic knife skill you can master with a bit of practice in one day! Use a sharp chef‘s or parring knife to get clean cuts. 1| Slice off the top and bottom […] Read More
ICP: Buzz Killer Espresso Review
Buzz Killer Espresso Review I’m sorry Oak Park, but there’s a new Park in my life- I’m quickly falling for Wicker Park. Adorable shops & cozy cafes have stolen my heart. Last ICP review was for another Wicker Park spot, Bru Cafe, and I had debated doubling down cafes on the same day (though Buzz is technically Bucktown, Bru […] Read More
Chicago April Events
April 2 River North Donut Fest Old Crow Smokehouse River North, Sat 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm Donut Tastings From Chicago’s Favorite Donut Shops & Bakeries, & 3 Drink Tickets Valid For Beer, Mimosas, Irish Coffee or Adult Hot Chocolate. Lots of freebies included with ticket. Use promo code: Chi20 for $15 off $50 ticket price. […] Read More
Easy Pasta Dish Pasta Al Pomodoro
In an effort to cook more but not spend hours in the kitchen, pasta dishes always seem like the best go-to. But how can you elevate the sauce jar dump to something truly savory? Pasta Al Pomodoro is an easy and light way to intensify your basic sauce. In just 30 minutes you can have […] Read More
