Denver foodie finds
Don’t do Denver without a car—I truly don’t recommend it. But if you do find yourself traversing this amazing city on foot or by…
Seasons 52 summer menu has a little something for everyone
Seasons 52 is one of my favorite restaurants, not only for its flavorful food, but for the fact that each dish is under 475 calories and still tastes great. And don’t miss the mini indulgences—they’re worth every calorie! My favorite remains the cannoli, but don’t miss the new almond or blueberry indulgences;…
Lesser-known Andersonville haunts to check out
Andersonville is a great Chicago neighborhood: Tons of bars, restaurants, boutiques and unique shops to keep you busy. But for all the times I’ve been there, I tend to go toward the “usuals:” Kopi Cafe, Hopleaf, Andies, Ann Sather. And there’s so much more to this neighborhood, which is celebrating its 50th…
Public Chicago and the Pump Room: A fresh combo for spring
The Pump Room and its neighboring hotel, the Ambassador East, always seemed uber chic and probably only available to the moneyed set. I’m sure I’ve imagined posh waiters who sneered and a hotel lobby that did not invite shoe scuffs or anything above a hushed ambience. Well, I’m not sure if that ever…