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A ranked guide to the best things to do in Chicago with kids, written by a Chicago local and parent. All the can't-miss Chicago experiences.| thekittchen
A ranked guide to the best things to do in Chicago with kids, written by a Chicago local and parent. All the can't-miss Chicago experiences.| thekittchen
Installing peel and stick wallpaper can be a challenge. These tips will make the process easier.| thekittchen
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Santiago de Compostela, the capital of Galicia, is an impressive historic city and important pilgrimage site with Romanesque and Gothic architecture. It's a beautiful place to spend a few days, and this guide to things to do in Santiago de Compostela will help you make the most of your time there. When we traveled to […] The post Things to Do Santiago de Compostela, Spain appeared first on thekittchen.| thekittchen
I love this part of summer. Gwen's school starts later than most, so we have been out of school for two months and won't return for another month. Right now, we are in a groove. We are home in Chicago, Gwen's at day camp, and I've had time to work on big projects. Here is […]| thekittchen
I have taken a neighborhood by neighborhood approach to exploring London, and I was particularly excited to explore Chelsea and Kensington. These are two of the prettiest parts of London, and there is no shortage of things to see and do. What to Do in Chelsea and Kensington Kensington Palace Part of Kensington Palace is […]| thekittchen
A ranked list of the best things to do in London with a toddler, including museums, parks, and other activities.| thekittchen
This Spicy White Chicken Chili is made with roasted poblano peppers, chunks of chicken, beans, and a blend of spices. A smokey spice gives this creamy white chicken chili life and brings out the hint| thekittchen
This hearty steak chili recipe is a delicious easy to prepare meal that you will be making on repeat all winter long. This chili is easy to make a huge batch, and it freezes very well. Plus, since it is made in one pot, it doesn't make much of a mess in your kitchen.| thekittchen
My list of Northern Spanish foods to try in Santander includes both traditional Spanish dishes and those that are more specific to the region. It felt like our days in Santander revolved around meals. There were leisurely morning coffees paired with pastries, three-course lunches, aperitifs in the evening, and hours-long dinners. While we are on […] The post Northern Spanish Foods to Try in Santander appeared first on thekittchen.| thekittchen
Santillana del Mar is a medieval village in Northern Spain's Cantabria region, just 25 minutes from Santander. It is known for being one of the most beautiful villages in Spain, and it's an ideal day-trip destination. My mother-in-law is from Santander. She is also a former tour guide. So during our two-week trip to Santander […] The post Santillana del Mar: A Charming Medieval Village in Spain appeared first on thekittchen.| thekittchen
A guide to things to do in Santander, the capital city of Spain’s Cantabria region. This beachside city is known for being a vacation destination among the Spanish, but sees far fewer international tourists than| thekittchen
A personal account of my failed IVF cycle that transpired over the course of 15 months and involved over a dozen different medications.| thekittchen
I am excited to announce that Charles and I will be welcoming a baby this summer! It took us 3 1/2 years, 2 IVF cycles, 50+ doctors appointments, and over 100 injections to get to| thekittchen
I wanted to share a few things that I love about our new home - I thought that it might be helpful to those of you who are renovating or building homes. Since we made| thekittchen
Details behind our bold modern primary bedroom design. The space has a neutral color scheme and bold wallpaper with some fun accents.| thekittchen
I know that this is one of the rooms that readers are most excited to see! It was also the first room to be completed. Today I am sharing the design decisions that we made| thekittchen
If you follow me on Instagram, you have probably seen our new entryway. I am so excited about how this space has been transformed. Our New Entryway Project The Entryway Before: Last fall, I added| thekittchen
All the details behind our modern primary bathroom design. This space has neutral colors and a bold wallpaper that brings the space to life.| thekittchen
A private rooftop patio was high on the list of things we looked for when we were house hunting in Chicago. Today, I am sharing our rooftop patio design. This outdoor space is the center of our lives in the summer; we host movie nights or happy hours here at least once a week. The […] The post The Rooftop Patio Design appeared first on thekittchen.| thekittchen
Casa Beatnik is a charming boutique hotel in Galicia, the northwestern-most region of Spain. Located off the beaten path, but just 25 minutes from Santiago de Compostela, Casa Beatnik offers guests the opportunity to lounge| thekittchen
A collection of London neighborhood guides and travel guides with all of the information you need to plan your trip to London.| thekittchen
The Best Toddler Toys for Flights: These affordable and packable toys will keep your child occupied and entertained on the plane!| thekittchen
Learn 9 easy tricks for taking the stress out of eating at a restaurants with a toddler. Plus, the essential baby gear to bring with you!| thekittchen
As a proud Chicagoan and parent, I created a list of the Best Things to Do with Kids in Chicago during Summer. This is our Chicago summer bucket list. My … The post Best Things to Do with Kids in Chicago during Summer appeared first on thekittchen.| thekittchen
I am sharing how I transformed our boring interior doors by adding paneling. I love the outcome of this carpenter-assisted DIY project. My family moved into a new, modern-style home in 2021. We chose the| thekittchen
It's been a long time since I've written about a Chicago restaurant, but when a friend opens a spot as special as Nic + Junior's, I need to share it. … The post Nic + Junior's Chicago appeared first on thekittchen.| thekittchen
Two years ago, my husband went on an extended business trip, and I transformed our entryway from a very sterile white space to something with a little more personality. I liked the dark blue entryway, but Charles felt that it was too dark, and as we decorated more spaces in our home, the design of […]| thekittchen
While Chicagoans might think of The Salt Shed primarily as a music venue, there is plenty to do on the entertainment campus on the (increasingly rare) days when there aren't concerts. The Morton Salt warehouse| thekittchen
I am excited to share our new Chicago balcony design! This large balcony off the kitchen sat empty for four years while we focused on decorating our rooftop and other spaces inside our home. Finally, this project became a priority, and we love how it turned out! Neighbors have already started similar projects. Our Chicago […]| thekittchen
The best chicken chili with tender chunks of chicken, a trio of beans, lots of tomatoes, poblano and bell peppers, plus a blend of spices.| thekittchen
This Milwaukee Itinerary for Kids includes a trio of kid-centric museums, an exceptional playground, and a visit to a theatre.| thekittchen
I'm thrilled to introduce you to our daughter, Gwendolyn! Charles and I would like you to meet Gwendolyn! She arrived at 10:11 pm on July 8th and we love her more than words can express.| thekittchen
We partnered with The Finish to design a home office that Charles absolutely loves! I am so excited to share this space with you. photo by Erin Konrath Like so many people, Charles is able| thekittchen
An extensive list of things to do in Maine. If you want to visit Maine, this is a complete guide to help you decide where to go and what to do in Maine.| thekittchen
An Instagram connection asked me to share my recommendations for iPad apps for kids. While my four-year-old has an iPad, we do our best to limit her time on it and are strict about which| thekittchen
After sitting empty for over four years, the balcony off our kitchen is getting a big makeover. Here is our plan. You might be wondering why we haven't decorated our balcony. Our current home is| thekittchen
A guide to spending a weekend in New Buffalo on a group trip. I took 11 Chicago Moms to this Michigan beach town in March 2025 - we LOVED it!| thekittchen
How can something be so easy and so hard at the same time? It feels necessary to begin this by explaining that my daughter was born in July 2020. It was a time of social distancing, working remotely, and telehealth appointments. While most parents have opportunities to meet other parents at birth classes, library storytimes, […]| thekittchen
Today, I am sharing some hidden gem movies. These are indie films, under-the-radar gems, and movies from across the pond. What makes a movie a hidden gem? These movies didn't win big awards or break| thekittchen
I LOVE rom-coms. They have a way of turning your day around and brightening your mood. To celebrate romantic comedies, I created a list of the best rom-coms and where to stream them. Here are| thekittchen
Four unique printable Hallmark Movie Bingo cards that turn watching cheesy holiday movies into a fun game! Perfect for Hallmark, Lifetime & Netflix movies.| thekittchen
It's no secret that I LOVE holiday movies! Today I am sharing my picks for the best holiday movies to stream now. The Best Holiday Movies to Stream Now: I am breaking this down by| thekittchen
The Best Comfort Shows help you forget your worries and let you relax, which is what I have been needing recently. Since I am probably not the only person feeling this way, I put together| thekittchen
I created Valentine's Day card templates that can easily be customized by adding your own photo! School photos work very well for this; you just need to use Canva's background remover function to help the photo blend into the image more convincingly. IMPORTANT NOTE: Customize in Canva. You don't want to download these sample images. […]| thekittchen
After Gwen was born, I started to make DIY Painted Christmas ornaments to represent memories from the year. Each year, I add a few to the tree. Here is a look at my seasonal craft| thekittchen
My picks for the best Christmas books for kids, from the classics I grew up to my daughter's favorites. Growing up, my family had a tradition that Santa's elves brought new pajamas and a Christmas| thekittchen
A Chicago Gift Guide with apparel for men, women, and children that shows our pride for our incredible city, plus local products and unique experiential gifts. Chicago Gift Guide: I've divided my list up into| thekittchen
This Men's Gift Guide is inspired by my husband's favorite things, from the softest tee shirts to the briefcase he's used for five years.| thekittchen
Teacher Gift Ideas - a collection of thoughtful and unique teacher gifts that cost less than $50 and will stand out from the rest!| thekittchen
A women's gift guide of carefully curated gifts that features well-made and functional gifts. Spanning a wide range of price points, these are memorable gifts that will be loved for years. I wanted to share| thekittchen
This is a guide to gifts for little kids featuring the absolute MVPs of my 4-year-old's toys, which she has been playing with for years.| thekittchen
A list of Best Thanksgiving Pies: classics like pumpkin pie and apple pie, chocolate pies, and no-bake pies!| thekittchen
The Best Holiday Crafts - for whole families, for kid's to do on their own, and Christmas crafts for adults that become home decor.| thekittchen
Learn how to make salt dough Santa ornaments! This is a super easy DIY project that can be given to friends and family as gifts!| thekittchen
A guide to the best things to do in New Buffalo, Michigan, a charming little town along Lake Michigan, just a 1-hour 15-minute train ride from Chicago. To celebrate my birthday, I headed to New| thekittchen
I spent a considerable amount of time in London last year, so I thought that I would put together a 5-day London Itinerary of the best things to do in the city. To make this itinerary, I picked the very best things to do and see and then organized them into a 5-day London itinerary that makes sense logistically.| thekittchen
Taking the London Underground with a toddler can be intimidating. Especially if you don’t have another adult with you. When my almost three-year-old and I joined my husband on a London work trip I knew| thekittchen
Wondering what to pack for London? Here is a complete London packing list with everything you need! I promise, you can easily pack for a week in London with a carryon only.| thekittchen
This is the best deviled egg recipe - these deviled eggs have the perfect balance of richness from the egg yolk and mayonnaise plus seasoning from mustard, lemon, and sriracha. A crispy prosciutto garnish makes this deviled egg recipe extra special.| thekittchen
A guide of what to do in Wicker Park, Chicago - a list of all the best restaurants, shops, coffee houses, bars, and things to do!| thekittchen
I am so excited to share Gwen’s Nursery design with you! Charles gave me full creative control of Gwen’s Nursery. No need to run anything by him. Anything I wanted. I loved working on this| thekittchen
The most awkward space in my home has become the best. This TV lounge on the top floor of our home was inspired by the cozy atmosphere and maximalist design of British pubs. We moved| thekittchen
A detailed guide to the best things to do in Nantucket with kids - the can't miss beaches, activities, and restaurants on the island.| thekittchen
A detailed guide sharing the best things to do in Mexico City with kids from visiting ancient temples to the best playgrounds.| thekittchen
Wondering where to shop now that Foxtrot and Dom's have closed? Luckily, Chicago has lots of neighborhood markets. Below is a running list of the best Chicago neighborhood markets and what makes them unique. Some stock cult-favorite products, while others offer fresh sandwiches, grab-and-go meals, cooked-to-order meals, and/or products from small local businesses. Best Chicago […]| thekittchen
Foxtrot and Dom's suddenly closed all of their stores on Tuesday. This news is sad and frustrating on many levels. Employees were only given a few hours notice that they would be losing their jobs. The stores were known for stocking their shelves with products from diverse and small businesses, many of which have now […]| thekittchen
A guide to the best things to do in London with kids - organized into activities for whole families, toddlers, and older children.| thekittchen
A guide to the best playgrounds in London. These playgrounds have amenities like cafes and bathrooms in addition to exceptional play spaces.| thekittchen
This is an unsponsored review of the Rosewood San Miguel de Allende. It is a top-tier resort centrally located within the vibrant historic city of San Miguel de Allende. It's a wonderful place to spend a vacation. At the end of February, we spent four days in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. It was our […]| thekittchen
This website launched 12 years ago. Twelve blog years feels like twenty years. It seems like so few people stick with blogging for this long. I am probably part of a teeny tiny percentage of| thekittchen
A London Itinerary for Kids with 9 days of activities. Must-see London sites the Tower of London, British Museum, and Big Ben are included.| thekittchen
We had a cozy little Christmas at home in Chicago this year, and it raises the argument that hosting the holidays might be easier than traveling. I guess I've reached that point in life where| thekittchen
My life changed so much during my thirties. It's easy to look back at each decade of my life and say that my life changed significantly in each one, but something tells me that my| thekittchen
