When it comes to planning the perfect day, I don’t need a lot to be happy. Strong coffee, good food, fresh air, and local history are usually enough for me. On a recent trip to…
One Fine Day
Wisconsin has always been one of my favorite states. No matter how far I travel, I’ve been hard-pressed to find a place with friendlier people, more beautiful outdoor spaces, and a deeper appreciation for cheese….
It’s not difficult to plan the perfect day in Rockford, Illinois. This northern Illinois community is bursting with cultural attractions, breathtaking outdoor areas, and culinary delights. This one-day itinerary shares some of my favorite places…
One Fine Day is a series inspired by my favorite now-defunct Chicago Tribune column of the same title. The posts in this series are short, sweet, sometimes themed, and always a charming snapshot of a…
Disclosure: The Roseville Visitors Association and the Courtyard Marriott Minneapolis St. Paul / Roseville hosted our stay in Roseville. However, all opinions are my own. One Fine Day is a series inspired by my favorite now-defunct Chicago Tribune…
A few weekends ago I took a road trip north to Minneapolis. Now, you might ask yourself why someone willingly agrees to travel to an arguably colder part of the country during an already chilly winter, but I think there’s something to be said for embracing the elements. In the same spirit, I decided to put together the perfect wintry day if you find yourself with 24 hours to fill in Minnesota’s Twin Cities…
I guess you could say I’m a little obsessed with October. I absolutely love the first few weeks of fall and definitely wouldn’t pass up any chance I get to absorb every last moment of seasonal fun…
So far this autumn we’ve been lucky enough to have some amazingly mild weather. And so you can take advantage of the changing leaves and warmer temperatures, too, I decided to share a recent day trip I took to Ames and its surrounding area to enjoy some of my fall favorites…
Start your morning off with breakfast at the 24-hour Magnolia Cafe with a cozy vinyl booth and a steaming mug of coffee…
Start your morning off slowly with coffee and crepes from bradbury’s in downtown Madison. With incredible coffee and espresso offerings and a full menu of delicious crepes, this tiny triangular cafe was a fast favorite…