Beverage of the Month: Koval Distillery Premium Cocktails
This month, Koval Distillery has gone above and beyond in providing 2 amazing and delicious cocktails for our Beverage of the Month feature. Established in 2008, KOVAL produces organic whiskey, liqueurs and specialty spirits in Chicago's first distillery since the...
Spring Appetizers from Epicurious
Spring is a great time for appetizers! Challenge yourself to make some really fantastic and original recipes your guests will enjoy. Check out these delicious recipes from Epicurious!
Read of the Month: Zero to One: Notes on Startups or How to Build the Future
Feeling entrepreneurial? Or perhaps want to think more like potential clients who are? Then check out this book by Peter Theil available here at amazon.com
Mint Juleps at the Kentucky Derby? Eater Says Otherwise
For you Kentucky Derby fans, the Mint Julep is the signature cocktail to celebrate with. However, according to this article from Eater, they haven't served it there in over 18 years. But that doesn't mean you still can't enjoy them. Here is a recipe so you can...
Cinco De Mayo Recipes
Cinco de Mayo is a great time to make delicious foods and drink up on your favorite style of margaritas. Check out these recipes from All Recipes and enjoy!
Beverage of the Month: Koval Distillery Premium Cocktails
This month, Koval Distillery has gone above and beyond in providing 2 amazing and delicious cocktails for our Beverage of the Month feature. Established in 2008, KOVAL produces organic whiskey, liqueurs and specialty spirits in Chicago's first distillery since the...
Spring Appetizers from Epicurious
Spring is a great time for appetizers! Challenge yourself to make some really fantastic and original recipes your guests will enjoy. Check out these delicious recipes from Epicurious!
Read of the Month: Zero to One: Notes on Startups or How to Build the Future
Feeling entrepreneurial? Or perhaps want to think more like potential clients who are? Then check out this book by Peter Theil available here at amazon.com
Mint Juleps at the Kentucky Derby? Eater Says Otherwise
For you Kentucky Derby fans, the Mint Julep is the signature cocktail to celebrate with. However, according to this article from Eater, they haven't served it there in over 18 years. But that doesn't mean you still can't enjoy them. Here is a recipe so you can...
Cinco De Mayo Recipes
Cinco de Mayo is a great time to make delicious foods and drink up on your favorite style of margaritas. Check out these recipes from All Recipes and enjoy!
Now Trending: Cupcakes!
So I'm just gonna be upfront -- today's my birthday so I decided I should do something cake related. One of my friends really loves cupcakes and my other friend has decided to use cupcakes for her wedding. They're kind of a big deal. And so is Sprinkes, a luxurious...
Plymouth Rooftop
Rooftop Review: Plymouth Restaurant Summer is the best time in Chicago for a reason -- beautiful weather, great views and awesome food. Rooftops are a Chicago favorite. While there are many greats to choose from in the downtown area, it's nice to get the tucked away...
Chicago NonProfit: Expand Your Ideas On Event Planning
I had the pleasure of meeting with Randy Dill, founder of ChicagoNonProfit.org. This is a wonderful organization that Randy himself describes as "The Nonprofits Chamber of Commerce," facilitating resources, information and services between nonprofit organizations,...
Network Like a Pro Using LinkedIn
Despite what you often hear, Social Media isn't good for only marketing to clients. It's an excellent way to see what's already out there, what is relevant and who's doing it. Personally I love LinkedIn for that reason. I can find professionals in the field and...
4th of July Weekends
This year the 4th of July just happens to be in the middle of the week. So do you celebrate before or after? Explore Chicago has some great links to not only things you can do this summer but things to do both weekends. So check it out!...
Simple Summer Treat: Haagen Dasz with Berries
One of my favorite desserts is Haagen Dasz Vanilla Bean Ice Cream with Berries. Not only is it delicious but it creates a colorful & flavorful display that can be as simple or elegant as you'd like. The difference? How you present it. I chose to display this...
Drink Hopping
This weekend my aunt came to town and we ended up going from fancy restaurant to fancy hotel restaurant/bar/lounge/roof-garden getting a drink at each place. It's a great way to experience a city! We went to The Drake, Nomi @ Park Hyatt, The Peninsula, RL, &...
Make Any Event Amazing with BBJ
In case you didn't know, BBJ is at the top of table design & linen service in the city of Chicago. If you ask about it, most event planners in Chicago bring up their name. I had the privilege of getting some really great information from Executive Sales Manager,...
Photos & Blogs
Check out these great tips on how to use photos in your blog from Cvent. http://blog.Cvent.com/blog/jenise-fryatt-bio/7-tips-for-using-photos-in-event-blog-posts
Chicago’s New Speakeasy – Untitled 111
Many still correlate Chicago first and foremost with the notorious Al Capone. As such, midwesterners are all too familiar with the Speakeasy notion. So if you're looking for somewhere original and classy to go, check out Untitled 111 located at 111 W Kinzie Street...