Six Snaps

Relaxing 2013 away in Palm Springs

And ringing in 2014 with the best.

Is this an issue that this was my first meal of 2014?

hangin' with this nugget

farewell breakfast

49er Faithful. 

xx

Chocolate Festival

WARNING: If you are hungry and/or love chocolate, it might be best to not read this post.

On Friday we had a friend in town, so we decided to show her around our favorite spots along Southbank, starting at Borough Market, with our hearts set on ending at the Chocolate Festival. Steph and Kels got started early on the chocolate hype at Borough with their cute little cupcakes! 

We were not let down once we reached the Festival…

What would this even taste like?!

Chocolate espresso beans, of course.

goodies in our bags for later, we kept walking along the river until we reached Big Ben, were overwhelmed by tourists, and decided it was time for a pint! 

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Kara's Cupcakes

If you appreciate desserts, especially cupcakes, Kara's Cupcakes is the place for you. Desserts aren't really my thing because I normally find myself only truly wanting one or two bites of something, not an entire cake or pint of ice cream, so Kara's mini cupcakes are the perfect size for me! 

cute cupcakes for pride weekend!

a sweet vanilla birthday treat from a lovely friend 

she had key lime pie...say whatttt

xx

A Week in Review...ish

Just as I found myself feeling settled in at home, starting to unpack, getting back in to my normal routines, catching up with family and friends, and visiting my favorite local spots, I'm on a plane yet again! Off to NYC tomorrow morning for shopping, museums, and visiting friends and family.

Picking up fresh flowers for around the house

Catching up with my girl Sara over brunch at La Boulange will never get old, especially with lattes served in bowls the size of our heads.

Reminded of how amazing my neighborhood is! 

Lunches at the Grove

Mini sweet treats from Kara's Cupcakes! 

Packing while still fully not unpacked is always interesting...

stay tuned for NYC posts! 

xx

Dose

Dose Market is a indoor market that features local Chicago foodies, artists, clothing & jewelry lines, and one of my favorites from the day, a local flower shop. Just $10 to get in, which includes 2 free cocktails for those 21+, Dose is a once a month must! If you love fashion and food, or like to support all things local, check out Dose. Come with an empty stomach & cash because you'll be tempted by all the delicious treats!

Gorgeous arrangements from Pistil & Vine

Absolutely loved the display at Femme du Coupe

And her adorable dress! Pardon my stalker shot.

the cutest caprese slider I've ever tasted from The Slide Ride! Follow them on Twitter or their website to see where they will be each week.

Chatted with Catherine Cooper, the head chef & owner of four month old Bon Macaron

(the pink Margarita was deeeee-lish!)

having fun with Tres Awesome & their gorgeous handmade flower props

Get Dosed next month, on May 12th! Hope your Sunday was just as fabulous as mine! 

xx