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Fab Happenings: Top 5 Pies 2018

November 22, 2018 by Contributing Writer

Fab Happenings: Top 5 Pies 2018 // Cranberry Yuzu Meringue at Spinning J // Photo: @topchicagoeatsHappy Thanksgiving, everyone! We’re thankful for all the food we’re about to eat especially the PIES! We, (@topchicagoeats) and (@hangry_amy), begrudgingly (sarcasm) tasted pies from all over the city and created this list of their favorites!

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Fab Happenings: Top 5 Fall Treats 2018

November 16, 2018 by Contributing Writer

Fab Happenings: Top 5 Fall Treats 2018 // Loaded Pumpkin Churro Bites at Bodega // Photo: @topchicagoeats
The crisp, colorful leaves are falling off trees and Chicago temps are quickly dropping. That can only mean one thing…FALL! Fall has always been my favorite season so of course, we can’t forget about all the seasonal treats that come with sweater weather.

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Fab Happenings: Top 5 Fall-Themed Treats

November 9, 2017 by Contributing Writer

Pumpkin Latte Cake Jar at Jar Bar // Photo: @topchicagoeats
It seems like it was only yesterday when it was 80 degrees outside and now it’s quickly turned into sweater weather. The holidays are fast approaching, which means it’s time for lots of festive, fall-themed treats.

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Fab Happenings: Top 5 Pumpkin Treats in Chicago

November 17, 2016 by Contributing Writer

Pumpkin Meringue Pie at Sweet Mandy B's // Photo: @topchicagoeatsThe weather is cool and crisp and the leaves are changing colors. Now that the temperature is dropping and it’s sweater weather, it can only mean one thing… the holidays are approaching! It’s almost Thanksgiving, which obviously means it’s the season for treats that taste like fall aka pumpkin flavored treats.

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Fab Recipe: Sweet Potato Cupcakes

November 13, 2015 by Contributing Writer

One of the joys of being a food blogger is connecting with other fellow bloggers who share the same passion for food. With our shared love for pastries, it was only natural for me to team up with the multi-talented chef/blogger/entrepreneur, Nicole Tingwall (Windy City Dinner Fairy), to make sweet potato cupcakes for my first collaboration….

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Fab Happenings: Top 5 Doughnut Shops in Chicago

November 9, 2015 by Soo Park

Stan's Donuts // Photo: @fabsoopark

Donut judge. I frequently think to myself, D.I.E.T. (Did I eat that?) This is especially true when it comes to doughnuts. I don’t know about you but I can’t resist these deep-fried, doughy treats especially if they are glazed and filled with chocolate, fruit, or custard. #thestruggleisreal…

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Fab Recipe: Halloween Rice Krispies Treats

October 27, 2015 by Contributing Writer

Photo: @vansventures

Halloween is right around the corner and sweet treats are the best for the occasion, especially Rice Krispies treats! Planning and preparing for a party can take up a bulk of your time, especially if you are hosting. I like to save time by making simple but delicious treats to serve to my guests….

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Fab Happenings: Top 5 Cupcakes in Chicago

October 19, 2015 by Contributing Writer

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Molly’s Cupcakes // Photo: @chelsias

Cupcakes have been all the rage the past few years. With shows like Cupcake Wars and DC Cupcakes, you can see why the obsession for this sweet treat exists. I personally don’t have a big sweet tooth but I find myself drawn in by the call of cupcakes, too….

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