Mexico || Rosas & Xocolate

Mexico || Rosas & Xocolate

A little over two weeks ago I found myself in the heart of the Yucatán peninsula of Mexico with some of Chicago’s most well-known creatives, discovering the Mexico OUTSIDE resort hotel gates. The REAL Mexico — a world of rich history and…

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Chicago Eats || Mexique

Chicago Eats || Mexique

** PLEASE NOTE: Mexique is now closed. But, since I enjoyed this spot so much, I’m leaving this post up in loving memory of their delicious food. ** Before any trip abroad, I always like to do a little research…

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The Mayan Ruins of Tulum

The Mayan Ruins of Tulum

On the Caribbean Coast of the Yucatán Peninsula lies one of the best-preserved coastal Mayan cities… the walled City of Tulum. Smaller than its famed cousin Chichen Itza but similar in architectural style, this city was one of the very…

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5 Essentials for an Escape to the Riviera Maya

5 Essentials for an Escape to the Riviera Maya

After the chaos of this last year, Hubby and I were in desperate need of a vacation — not 36 hours in NYC, mind you. A REAL vacation complete with hammocks, beaches, endless piña coladas, and some of our closest friends.…

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