Ooooooh baby. If you have not been to La Sirena Clandestina in the West Loop, you need to hurry up and cancel whatever brunch plans you did have this weekend and reserve here instead. Brazilian inspired dishes and a gorgeous atmosphere. I’ll let the photos do most of the explanation as to why. What a… Read More West Loop Brunch: La Sirena Clandestina
A round-up of some of my favorite taco spots in Chicago! Rubi’s at Maxwell Street Market – University Village Starting this list with the best. For real. Best tacos I’ve ever had, and I love their definition of a quesadilla (taco with a huge slab of grilled queso inside). They make the corn tortillas fresh… Read More 6 Awesome Taco Spots in Chicago
Amsterdam is honestly one of my favorite cities I’ve visited so far. It’s got great history, but it still feels modern, accessible, and fun! If you’re planning to go, here’s some things that are helpful to know ahead of time and that I recommend: Trams are the best – they run almost non-stop and get… Read More Tips When Traveling to Amsterdam
The Last Crumb (De laatste Kruimel) A delightful little bakery that’ll remind you of Grandma’s. Delicious quiche and fresh juice, plus all the pastries and pies you can imagine. Sit out back on the itty bitty terrace for a canal view. Broodje Bert A lot of food for a small price – Broodje Bert is… Read More Sit Down and Eat in Amsterdam!
One of my favorite things to do while traveling is to sample the street foods of the city I’m in. I feel like it’s a great way to taste local flavors and also an easy way to try lots of different foods, since street food tends to be great as a sharing snack! Here’s my… Read More 4 Street Foods to Try in Amsterdam
No, not Heineken. Although I will openly admit that the beer tastes wonderful when it hasn’t been shipped all the way across an ocean. And of course there’s always a time and a place for a Heiney. BUT I want to focus on two other places in Amsterdam that I believe are worth your time… Read More Two Places You Must Have a Drink in Amsterdam
Ah, Brussels. Chocolate, fries, waffles, and beer. What else could you want? Brussels is a unique city and definitely worth a visit. Here’s a few things to keep in mind before you go! 1. It’s small, so you can either enjoy Brussels at a leisurely pace, or you can book a day trip to a… Read More 6 Tips When Traveling to Brussels
