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Algae on Crackers, Karyn’s on Green

Posted on July 30, 2014April 22, 2017 by BashfulAdventurer

UPDATE: We are sorry to learn that Karyn’s on Green has closed. Spending time in Chicago typically involves visits to a couple of steakhouses to keep the Brawny Sherpa happy, but we try to include a restaurant that I favor in our mix of indulgences. Most recently, we discover Karyn’s on Green, a vegan restaurant…

Yes, Virginia, There Really Is a Cupcake ATM

Posted on July 28, 2014October 14, 2020 by BashfulAdventurer

Looking for a quick and easy dessert? Line up at the Sprinkles Cupcake ATM in Chicago. I’m psyched to report that Sprinkles sells vegan red-velvet cupcakes along with the high-test ones. Still, it’s probably a good thing these ATMs aren’t on every street corner. —Lori Tripoli

Finding the Love in Chicago

Posted on July 27, 2014July 23, 2014 by BashfulAdventurer

Having a heart near the Fairmont Chicago Millennium Park becomes a bit easier on a short walk toward Lake Michigan. —Lori Tripoli

Street Sculpture, Chicago

Posted on July 26, 2014July 23, 2014 by BashfulAdventurer

A walk in the park turns extraordinary in Chicago. Visit Congress Boulevard and Michigan Avenue to see more. —Lori Tripoli

Casual Foodie: Beer and Pretzels Chicago

Posted on July 25, 2014July 23, 2014 by BashfulAdventurer

For good people- watching in Chi-Town, check out the sidewalk tables at State and Lake restaurant at 201 N. State Street, Chicago. Wash some pretzels down with a beer and enjoy the view. —Lori Tripoli

Street Art, Chicago: Bright Lights

Posted on July 24, 2014July 23, 2014 by BashfulAdventurer

Yes, the Art Institute is fantastic, wiggling my toes in the sand on the shore of Lake Michigan is delightful, that architecture boat tour is enlightening, but what I really like about Chicago is the street art. —Lori Tripoli

Mississippi Queen in Hamburg

Posted on July 23, 2014March 4, 2017 by BashfulAdventurer

Add to the list of things I do not expect to see floating on the Elbe River in Hamburg, Germany: a steamboat named Mississippi Queen. U.S. culture is found in the most unlikely places. —Lori Tripoli Seeking other unusual sites in Hamburg? Consider these: Reason to Visit Hamburg: WWII Bunker Transformed to Green Energy Plant…