Four Ideas for a Night that’s Anything but Plain Roses are great – until you find out she’s allergic to pollen. Chocolates are classic – until you remember she’s vegan (there goes $30). Lingerie is romantic – until you accidentally buy one size to small and she spends the rest of the night in tears. [...]
Entries Tagged as 'Holidays'
Best BBQ Wine Picks for under $20
September 1st, 2009 by Staff – Comments (0)
Photo by: Kim Bohstedt Toast to the Red, White…Pink and Bubbly this Labor Day Labor Day is a weekend to kick back and relax and enjoy one of the last celebrations of summer. Whether its steaks, burgers or brats, we all have our favorite BBQ fare to celebrate the long weekend, but some party-throwers get [...]
How to Make The Perfect Italian Steak
August 26th, 2009 by Staff – Comments (3)
Bring Florence to Your Very Own Kitchen Grilling the Perfect Italian Steak is an easy and great way to enhance your Labor Day Holiday. Chef Abraham Aguirre, from Grotto Italian Steakhouse in Oak Brook has tips on how to prepare this succulent dish. Chef Abraham suggests preparing a Porterhouse Steak which lets you enjoy the [...]
Free Chocolate Fondue and S’Mores on Mother’s Day!
April 30th, 2009 by Staff – Comments (0)
Free Chocolate Fondue and S’Mores on Mother’s Day! The Reagle Beagle treats mothers and kids on May 10th! Chicago’s very own Reagle Beagle bar on 160 E. Grand is offering a special treat to Moms and their kids on Mother’s Day, May 10th! Every Mother that comes in will receive a free order of the [...]
Treat Mom To A Fancy Brunch Without Breaking The Bank
April 29th, 2009 by Staff – Comments (0)
Treat Mom To A Fancy Brunch Without Breaking The Bank Chef Subido Provides Simple, Yet Elegant Dishes At Wave For Mother’s Day Brunch This Mother’s Day, May 10th, Wave’s Executive Chef Kristine Subido will be serving up a two-course meal along with a dessert bar. For only $35 per person, such indulgent treats as ricotta [...]
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a Shamrock Treat
March 17th, 2009 by Staff – Comments (0)
Here is a simple and delicious treat to make your kids go crazy on St. Patrick’s Day. We made a simple batch of Rice Krispie Treats, added green food coloring and cut it into a Shamrock shape. It is the perfect green dessert for a green inundated holiday! For Rice Krispies recipes click here Happy [...]
Gobs of Green: St. Patty’s Events
March 17th, 2009 by Staff – Comments (0)
How could you not look forward to green river, green beer and green people? To put you in the mood for the river being dyed here is a video from a past St. Patrick’s Day. Need something to do tomorrow night? Check out this list of restaurants and the specials that they are offering! Chicago [...]
Beef and Irish Stout Stew
March 10th, 2009 by Staff – Comments (0)
Since it is March I was in the mood for Mom’s traditional Irish stew. I remember loving the delicious flavors of the beef mixed with all the unique spices. So in the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day, this month, we wanted to celebrate the culture of the Irish. Below is a recipe for traditional beef [...]