After a long work day, grabbing food and drinks with friends is the highlight of my day. Who doesn’t love a good happy hour with exceptional deals? No one wants to always just “work, work, work, work, work, work…”…
Fab Happenings: Top 5 Casual Lunch Spots in Chicago
There are endless possibilities when it comes to lunch options in a city as big as Chicago. Whether you are in the mood for a quick bite or casual lunch with friends, there’s something for everyone in every neighborhood….
Fab Happenings: Top 5 Brunch Spots in Chicago
In Chicago, we take brunch seriously (#brunchsohard). For many, the weekly ritual includes gluttonous amounts of runny yolks, thick-cut maple bacon, cheesy omelettes, fluffy pancakes, bottomless mimosas, and more. One of my favorite Instagrammers, Lisette (@lavila92), shares her top brunch spots and her mouthwatering pics. …
Fab Happenings: Top 5 Macaroni and Cheese in Chicago
When the temperature drops outside, there is nothing more comforting than macaroni and cheese. There is nothing in the world I would rather do than stuff my face with a bowl of ooey, gooey, cheesy goodness. From the instant packages they sell in stores to mom’s homemade version, I can’t seem to get enough of the stuff….
Fab Happenings: Top 5 Things I Ate in 2015 by Chelsias
New year, new me. That’s how the saying goes right? Well, I’m not sure it will be a completely new me, but if there is change in the air then I owe it all to this past year. As I reflect back on 2015, all I can say is that it was truly a year of a food awakening. …
Fab Happenings: Top 5 Things I Ate in 2015 by VansVentures
The New Year has come so quickly. As I reflect back on moments from 2015, the year was filled many firsts. It was my first year becoming active in the Instagram community and it was the first year I encountered a whole new community of people. I am so grateful to have made many friends and I hope the trend continues in the new year. …
Fab Happenings: Top 5 Sushi Spots in Chicago
Sushi is my favorite food to eat. I find myself craving it all the time, and I would eat it everyday if I could. Although the sushi scene in Chicago is not as vast as the coasts, there is a decent amount of Japanese restaurants that do it right….
Fab Happenings: Top 5 Cheap Eats in Lincoln Park
Lincoln Park has a thriving and diverse food scene. There are always new eateries and restaurants to discover. I truly believe that one could never get bored of eating out in Lincoln Park. One of the best parts about Lincoln Park, in my opinion, is that it is home to my alma-matter – DePaul University. With a huge student base all year round, Lincoln Park excels in fun and exciting cheap eats that keeps your food game strong without killing your wallet….
Fab Happenings: Top 5 BYOB in Chicago
Alexandra Medina (aka @chicagomunchies on Instagram) is a talented Instagrammer that I had the pleasure of meeting earlier this year. Not only is she in love with Chicago, she is in love with eating around Chicago, just like the ladies of Fab Food Chicago! Of course, knowing this, we simply had to collaborate….
Fab Happenings: Top 5 Empanadas in Chicago
I’ve always had a soft spot for empanadas. Growing up in the Philippines, I have so many memories of making the dough, filling, assembling, and frying these handheld beauties with my family. When my grandma was alive, it was one of the few things she would request from me. She ate a very healthy diet but would indulge on my homemade empanadas, once in awhile. They were time-consuming to make but it was worth it at the end. There is something magical about biting into the crisp flaky dough and the flavorful filling. Nevertheless, I always think of my grandma when I eat empanadas….