Lunch at Chicago French Market: A Food Adventure

Lunch at Chicago French Market: A Food Adventure

Chicago French Market's fun and flavorful culinary exploration is in a slightly hidden spot below busy Ogilvie Transportation Center in Chicago. So, the collection of tempting food booths can easily be missed during a visit to Chicago. However, Chicago French Market is definitely one of my favorite places to eat and makes accommodating a variety of tastes pretty easy.

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2 Restaurant Finds in Galena, Illinois

2 Restaurant Finds in Galena, Illinois Including One Eleven Main and Otto's Place

Galena's historic main street invites wandering, exploring and relaxation. During our quick getaway to Galena, I found that I really was able to sit and relax at a number of spots plus saunter through a number of shops. I was so relaxed that I actually didn't take many photos of our tasty exploits. So, I guess Galena is one of those places that finally got me to relax, so I will need to return again! I do have a couple of places that we enjoyed to recommend. So, all is not lost!

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10 Reasons to Visit the Bodacious Shops of Block 42 in Janesville, Wisconsin

10 Reasons to Visit the Bodacious Shops of Block 42 in Janesville, Wisconsin


**Disclosure: Thank you to Janesville CVB for hosting my family's visit to Janesville.

The Bodacious Shops of Block 42 in Janesville provide a unique and intriguing opportunity for exploring food while having fun. The cluster of experiences also add their own distinct vibrance to the community. I know we will be adding to this list on future explorations, but here are 10 reasons we loved the Bodacious Shops of Block 42:

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Peeking Inside of October's Degusta Box

Fall is certainly in the air and this month's Degusta Box certainly had a bit of a sweet flavor to it. What a great box for Halloween! The October Degusta Box delivered to our home so many treats including both the sweet and savory kind. What a tempting box!

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Dinner at the Tap House Grill {Wheeling}

**Disclosure: I did receive a complimentary meal in order to bring you this review. No other compensation was received. All opinions are 100% my own.

Tap House Grill in Wheeling provided us with the perfect dining adventure on a rainy day. While located attached to the Ramada Plaza Wheeling Hotel near Chicago Executive Airport, Tap House Grill has a cozy ambiance.

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Food Adventures in Kenosha, Wisconsin

**Disclosure: Thank you to Visit Kenosha for hosting our visit. We did receive complimentary meals in order to bring you these reviews. No other compensation was received. All opinions are 100% my own.

On our recent trip to Kenosha, Wisconsin for Get Behind the Arts, we sampled a number of food options in the city. Each of the eateries we visited is unique and I can say that we would definitely return to each. Join us on our exploration:

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National Mustard Museum and a Mustard Tasting Bonanza!

National Mustard Museum in Middleton, Wisconsin is must visit destination for mustard aficionados, foodies and admirers of unique adventures.  The museum is home to the world's largest collection of mustard memorabilia and not only invites visitors to taste dozens of mustards but has an incredible number of mustards from every state and many countries on display:

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Nada in Indianapolis

Two times in the past year, we have stopped at Nada while on the road for tacos. The first time we visited the Cincinnati location and the most recent time we visited the Indianapolis location. We loved it both times!

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Eats in the Quad Cities

When exploring, I always find it best to eat local. Eating local helps you learn so much more about an area and also gives more back to the community thereby keeping it vibrant. On our trip to the Quad Cities, we found a number of great family friendly establishments for you to try on your trip!

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The Rathskeller in Indianapolis

On a trip through Indianapolis, we stopped at The Rathskeller which is tucked away inside of the historic19th century Athenaeum. The restaurant has long been a staple in Indianapolis and has served German fare since 1894.

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July Degustabox: Full of Foodie Treats

Over the past year, I have had a blast checking out a new Degustabox each month. Each box is full to the brim with surprises! The boxes have been a mix of ingredients that spark creation, comfort foods, snacks and healthy food treats. This month's box was a yummy blend of old favorites and new items to try. Of course, I did receive some of my favorite snackables to bring hiking, too!

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Red Wing, Minnesota Eats

During our visit to Red Wing, Minnesota, we had some time to try several eateries and enjoyed each of them! Red Wing has a nice selection of restaurants thus adding to its appeal as a great long weekend getaway!

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May Degustabox Surprises

Wow! My May Degustabox was piled high with goodies! This one has been one of my favorites. Inside, I found:

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April Degustabox: Goodies & A Coupon Code

This month's Degustabox was packed full of so many interesting products! Each month, I eagerly await my box to see what treats I get to experience. Here is a run down of what I received this month:

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Degustabox March Goodies

Another month full of foodie surprises delivered right to my door from Degustabox! Every month, my box contains quite a few intriguing items and is consistently introducing me to new products that I want to add to my repertoire! This month certainly delivered!

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Degustabox Reveal February

I love surprises! So, each month I am anxious to pop open my new Degustabox! Every month so far I have been surprised by the contents. Every month I have also found a new product that I thoroughly enjoy. This month's had me by chocolate -- by Green & Black's Chocolate that is! But, there were other treasures to enjoy as well!

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Degustabox Brings Surprises in December

December is certainly full of surprises and this month's Degustabox certainly brought quite a few to our household! I have been thoroughly enjoying my experience with this monthly big box full of edible discoveries! In the past, I was a tad hesitant to join one of these subscription services. After experiencing this service for the past few months, I now look forward to the next shipment of surprises with excitement!

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Box Full of Surprises: Degustabox October

I got to try a Jones Pumpkin Pie Soda from my Degustabox!

I know what is slowly creeping into your mind. Halloween is less than a week away---so, we will soon be delving right into holiday territory and you will really need to get those gifts together. The last few months I have been receiving a surprise in the mail. Well, actually I have been receiving a box full of surprises! Enter Degustabox as a gift idea for the holidays!

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September Degustabox Goodies and Fresh Made Tortilla Strips!

This month, I experimented with my third Degustabox and found it full with just as many goodies as during the previous two months. Once again, I have been introduced to new products that I would not have tried on my own and have found that I love so many of them! (Keep reading to learn about Degustabox AND how I make tortilla strips!)

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