Day 290 buys local

I really, really love the Goose Island brewery beers. They're in all the bars and stores here, and are well loved by the locals. And since I'm trying to be a local, I've totally hopped on the bandwagon. And it was a great decision. The 312 is my absolute favorite. But coming in a close second is their Fall Harvest Ale, which I just tried for the first time the other day. Yum!

Day 217 forgot

On Day 217 I was out of the house from 8:15 a.m until 2 a.m. and I forgot my camera. Oops. So, technically this photo is from Day 218. Comfort Food is a new food store in my neighborhood, focusing on using the best local ingredients. My mom and I grabbed lunch there and brought home this amazing pound cake. The label is slightly misleading as there are also blueberries in the cake. Delicious any way you look at it!

Day 202 screams for ice cream

A local free newspaper featured this article about mom-and-pop ice cream shops around town. I've only been to four of the eight shops mentioned - this needs to change. Today's 100+ temperature would have been the perfect opportunity. Unfortunately today ended up being one of those busy days where nothing much gets accomplished. I bet delicious homemade ice cream would've made everything better.

Day 136 buys local

After dinner tonight we went to Jo Jos, a local ice cream shop, for dessert. I'm such a sucker for mom-and-pop shops, especially those that boast products that are homemade. Basically I like supporting local small businesses. So if that means eating lots and lots of ice cream, I guess I'm the right woman for the job.