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Fab Recipe: Caramel Apple Rose Puff Pastry

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Fab Recipe: Caramel Apple Rose Puff Pastry // Ambrosia Apples // Photo: @fabsooparkFlowers are so basic… but Caramel Apple Roses are definitely not! I’ve never been a big flower person and my husband knows never to buy me any. Even at our wedding, I wanted the least number of flowers possible. Yes, they are beautiful to look at and pleasant to smell, but they never last very long….

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Fab Review: El Carrito

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Tacos from El Carrito// Photo: @vansventures

Influenced by Mexican street food, El Carrito serves an array of traditional and creative tacos as well as other popular Mexican dishes including tortas, elotes, tamales, and more. Located in West Rogers Park, El Carrito is a hidden gem.

This family-owned business is a casual spot with a focus on fresh and high-quality ingredients. Everything is made from scratch daily and the handmade tortillas are made to order. So yum!

I love venturing out to new places in the city so I was excited to try El Carrito. Oh, it’s BYOB so don’t forget to bring your favorite drink!

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Fab Happenings: Top 5 Doughnut Shops in Chicago

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Stan's Donuts // Photo: @fabsoopark

Donut judge. I frequently think to myself, D.I.E.T. (Did I eat that?) This is especially true when it comes to doughnuts. I don’t know about you but I can’t resist these deep-fried, doughy treats especially if they are glazed and filled with chocolate, fruit, or custard. #thestruggleisreal…

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