Don't call it Chi-town or the Second City. Chicago, Illinois is the first in many things and rivals fellow American cities in terms of its cultural offerings and restaurants. Once home to Native American tribes and fur traders, the city's turning point was the World's Columbian Exposition of 1893. … [Read more...] about Caroline in the City Guide to Chicago
My Favorite Eats of 2017
It’s the most delicious time of the year! I love looking back at the last 12 months to see what all deliciousness I was able to consume. This has become a regular feature here (see 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016). Tacos at La Esquina, Guatemala City, … [Read more...] about My Favorite Eats of 2017
Deadwood, South Dakota: The Real Westworld
I had recently finished binge-ing on HBO's Westworld on the flight home from Israel when it came time to plan my trip through Wyoming and South Dakota. There was so much to see in the Black Hills, but every single brochure mentioned Deadwood. My only association with the town was the television … [Read more...] about Deadwood, South Dakota: The Real Westworld
Avoiding Fast Fashion
I mostly write about travel, but I also think it's important to talk about responsible elements of everyday life. In my travels, I've seen landfills that covered the sides of mountains, constantly smoldering from fires meant to destroy them, but they remain for years without biodegrading. I feel … [Read more...] about Avoiding Fast Fashion
A Day Trip to Oak Park
Despite visiting before, I don't think I realized the sprawl of Chicago until I took the train from the airport into the city. We made our way through the stations, each suburb looking similar to the next. But unlike in my home city of Atlanta, all of it was considered to be greater Chicago. I spent … [Read more...] about A Day Trip to Oak Park