** This post is sponsored by Celestial Seasonings but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. Now that it finally feels like fall in the Chicago area I'm ready to make our home more festive. I spent some time over the past week digging out our decor from the basement as well as picking up some new items. Now that we have more space there are more areas to decorate, so it's been fun ... Read more
Cheers to Spring With Refreshing Welch’s Mocktails
My family is celebrating spring, even if Chicago weather hasn't gotten the memo. We welcomed the new season and celebrated our upcoming new family member with a brunch paired with two delicious Welch's mocktails over the weekend. (I made the drink family-friendly, but you can easily turn it into a cocktail by adding your favorite sparkling beverage or whatever alcoholic beverage you ... Read more
October Favorites | November Plans
** This post contains affiliate links. I am compensated for purchases made through these links at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting Floradise. October was a loooong month for me. It seemed to drag on forever, partly because I was having uncomfortable symptoms for most of the month. Luckily, the end of October brought some relief thanks to my focus on self-care and ... Read more
Chicago Eats: Oyster Bah, The Hampton Social and Firecakes Donuts
It's been too long since I shared some of the delicious meals I've had lately in Chicago. My friend's visit for the Lady Gaga concert at Wrigley Field gave me the opportunity to try a couple of new (to me) places, and I recently met up with Jessie (of Just Jessie blog) to catch up at another great place. Oyster Bah, Lincoln Park I was drawn to Oyster Bah by an Instagram photo. Yep. While the ... Read more
10 Ways to Feel Like You’re on Vacation
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #CraftYourCool #CollectiveBiasGrowing up, summer meant visiting my grandparents and extended family, who live in a small fishing town in Mexico. I would spend weeks with them, visiting the beach, soaking in the sunshine and getting my fill of tacos and sopes. Now, summer means plenty of ... Read more