Chicago was an absolute blast.
Super fun city. Tons of delicious food. An entire day spent at the Art Institute. The bean and Millenium Park. Oh yes, and lots of shopping. I really appreciate everyone's advice, I definitely feel like I hit all the best spots. I am so glad I took Jill and all of the Top Chef's advice and went to dinner at Avec. From the artichoke crostini, to the strip steak with raisins, and the famous chorizo stuffed dates, it was absolutely delicious. I actually had two of my favorite dining experiences while in Chicago (those folks seriously know how to eat (&drink!!)). My other favorite dinner was at Province, which was sort of a Spanish/ South American style where you can order either small or large plates. We of course chose to get a bunch of small plates (at both restaurants) so we could try a bunch of the delicious sounding dishes. I seriously felt like a Top Chef judge all week with all the delicious food the BF and I were stuffing ourselves with.. Oh, and all the wine and cocktails. Don't even get me started on those.
By the time we made it back home on Thursday I could not even stand the idea of eating or drinking any more. I was craving a major detox. However, it would not be the middle of March without a Saint Patricks Day celebration. And so I did what any other twentysomething does after spending an entire week eating and drinking, I sacked up, put on an all green outfit, and spent Saturday hanging out by the beach and bar hopping. I guess life doesn't get much better? By yesterday I was officially done, and am now swearing off drinking until Las Vegas (which is less than two weeks away). And I am REALLY cracking down on finding a new job. I swear.
(After having drinks on the top of the John Hancock building)In other bloggy news... The BF (who has obviously been reffered to repeatedely here) found my blog. Yes I kept it a secret from him. Is that weird? Do people in your "real life" read your blog? For some reason I was really embarassed, and now feel slightly awkward at the idea of him reading this. I know it's not a big deal.. but still.
6 comments:
I've never been to Chicago, but it sounds incredible!
About the boyfriend finding the blog, I always feel kind of weird when someone from my life finds out about my blog. Even if I told them. What'd he say about it?
I'm glad you had a good trip. I know my mom found mine. She actually sent me an e-mail asking if it was OK if she read it. I would have felt bad saying no, but it still feels a little odd.
What a fun trip! So glad you enjoyed Chicago and Avec!
I have never been to Chicago but would love to go. Glad you had a great time!
How fun! Chicago is on my list-I just want to wait until I can go during nice weather!
I just found out my mom told the people I babysit for about my blog!
Ah! I would love love love to go to Chicago!
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