1. Holly Suzanne Fine Art.
At this very moment, I am in love with Holly Suzanne's "Glamour Girls." Ms. Holly Suzanne describes the series as "flirtatious fun" and it is exactly that. I keep wondering over to her website to dream about a purchasing one of these super fun mixed media pieces to put in my home.
2. Chobani Pineapple Greek Yogurt
I cannot stop eating this stuff. On a recommendation from my mama, I purchased one. Immediately after I finished the 6 ounce container of goodness, I knew this item would be a "regular" on the old grocery list. The yogurt is gluten free and comes in at 2.5 grams of fat and 160 calories for the entire container and, most importantly, it is FILLING. The sugars are a little high for my taste, but it is so tasty I can justify it!
3. Chicago Magazine
The subscription was an impulse purchase, but it turned out that I really enjoy reading about the new restaurants and about the people behind all the Chicago action. No, I don't expect any of the articles to win a Pulitzer Prize, but it is a few steps up from the "glossy magazines" that I crave while in line at Target.
4. La Yunta Torrontés
It was described to me as the "white sister to Malbec." Well, this sister has some style. Made from the Torrontés grape, this wine has a very balanced citrus flavor that can be enjoyed on a hot summer's day. And this refreshing beverage won't break your piggy bank. You can expect to pay $10 - $15 per bottle.
5. Starbucks Natural Fusions Ground Coffee, Cinnamon Flavor
I feel like every month I am all about the coffee . . . yeah, it is true. This month I have been all about Starbucks cinnamon flavored coffee. It is a medium blend coffee with just the right amount of cinnamon flavor - definitely not an overpowering taste. The best part is that to get the cinnamon taste, Starbucks uses natural ingredients, including real cinnamon. With recent studies coming out about the great benefits of cinnamon, you can toast to your health each morning!
6. The Art Institute of Chicago Lunch Hour Gallery Talks
It is impossible for me to express how much I love ARTIC. I have been a member for nearly four years. A couple of months ago I realized that I was not frequenting this beautiful building nearly as much as I should. My work/life balance currently needs some work; no pun intended. To help get me to a more balanced place, a friend and I started attending the gallery talks that ARTIC holds regularly over the lunch hour. For a girl that NEVER takes a lunch (I told you I need to work on my work/life balance), this is a HUGE step. Not surprisingly, I am completely addicted to these talks. The talks make me feel like I am taking this incredible art history course with a brilliant professor, but there is no homework and no final - just pure enjoyment. I highly recommend you attend at least one. The calendar is on ARTIC's website.
7. Now Sweet Almond Oil
My skin tends to be on the dry side. I do a good job keeping my face moisturized, but a terrible time with the rest. An esthetician recommended that I use a moisturizing oil at night after I get out of the shower. One trip to Whole Foods (the people there are so knowledgeable about EVERYTHING) and I have the most moisturized skin and a new favorite product.
8. Tazo Chai Tea Concentrate
Rainy days make me crave chai tea lattes. It is a known fact. If I am at work, it isn't a problem, because I can just trot over to the nearest Starbucks. When I am at home, nothing can make me go out into the rain. So, I keep a box of Tazo Chai Tea Concentrate on hand to satisfy my rainy day cravings.
9. Lake Shore Bike Path
The northern part of the path is seriously busy, but if you start at the museum campus and go south you are in for a smooth ride. There is nothing better than riding along the lake front. NOTHING.
10. West Elm Sales Associates
I can't make a decor decision to save my life. The people at West Elm are always so so so patient and nice. I cannot say enough good things about these people. Go in and look at all the pretty things and tell them I said "hello."
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