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You are here: Home / Weekend / A City To See

July 23, 2009

A City To See

I’m here! Traveling went pretty much as expected and I arrived a few minutes early. I should have packed the gloves, scarf and hat because my flight, car ride and hotel room were all FREEZING!!! Thank goodness I packed a sweater!

My flight went right through lunch hour, so I packed one to eat on the plane. I debated saving this until I arrived (and I also debated eating when I got here) but I got really hungry on the flight and decided to bring it out – photography and all. I am a little shy about food photography on airplanes because it’s such a tight space, but I just thought what the heck. No sense going hungry because of a little shyness!

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I packed a salad with lettuce, which I dressed in olive oil and vinegar before I left, leftover roasted veggies and more of that organic grilled chicken! I sure stretched those for a number of meals.

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Blueberries and watermelon

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And only the best – Oikos and flax

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I just started the book Housekeeping that Gena sent me a while back. I spent the whole flight reading it. It’s a strange one, but I’m already hooked on the style.

My lunch actually didn’t fill me up that well. Well, I guess it did, but I felt a little sick after finishing and still feel kinda empty. Perhaps I am dehydrated. [Gulp, gulp some water]

We hit major traffic getting from the airport and I didn’t arrive until 2PM (3PM EST) so I was so glad I ate. Hallelujah for the iPhone for traffic entertainment! I was reading a little Hangry at the time 🙂

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Finally made it to my room with just 30 minutes to set up camp before I am leaving again to meet up with some readers! I love hotel rooms, but catch-22 wise, there’s always a city to explore outside of them so I hate being in them for too long!

Check out my view of Navy Pier!

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I am meeting my contact Teresa and the Boca PR team for dinner at a totally awesome surprise place. Can’t wait!!

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  1. Cait (Cait's Plate) says

    July 23, 2009 at 2:58 pm

    Hah! Heather’s going to be so excited!

    Have SO much fun – can’t wait to read about and see it all later in pictures 🙂

    Reply
  2. linda says

    July 23, 2009 at 2:59 pm

    Enjoy Chicago!

    Reply
  3. Jenn (www. j3nn.net ) says

    July 23, 2009 at 3:08 pm

    The salad looks awesome!

    Jenn

    Reply
  4. Deva says

    July 23, 2009 at 3:09 pm

    Mmmm Oikos! 🙂 I love packing plane lunches 🙂

    Reply
  5. Stephanie says

    July 23, 2009 at 3:13 pm

    Gotta love the traffic from O’Hare to downtown. And I think Obama’s coming back to Chicago today too – glad you missed that obstical.

    Reply
  6. jess says

    July 23, 2009 at 3:17 pm

    I love Chicago – the traffic is always nuts. Enjoy yourself!

    Reply
  7. Whitney says

    July 23, 2009 at 3:21 pm

    What fun! It makes me so excited for the summit!

    Reply
  8. Liza says

    July 23, 2009 at 3:24 pm

    So cool!! have fun in Chicago, my Bf lives right outside of Chicago in Naperville so we try to visit whenever Im out there. The red CNA building is where his dad works! Im sure you will notice it, it is basically the only red tall building there!:)

    Reply
  9. Ashley says

    July 23, 2009 at 3:27 pm

    Yay glad you made it!

    Reply
  10. Shannon (The Daily Balance) says

    July 23, 2009 at 3:29 pm

    Chicago — one of my top favorite cities in the country — have a BLAST! Let me know if you have any spare time and want shopping or food recommendations! I lived there on and off for modeling/acting stuff, and have tons of favorites 😉

    Reply
  11. Megan (The Runner's Kitchen) says

    July 23, 2009 at 3:31 pm

    Airplanes and hotel rooms are always super cold! I always bring socks and a sweater with me. Your lunch looks good – I love Oikos! If you talk to the PR team, tell them they make a good product 🙂

    Reply
  12. Amanda @ Cakes and Ale says

    July 23, 2009 at 3:41 pm

    Can’t wait to see where you’re going to eat tonight… we have so many new, fun restaurants here, I feel like I’ll never be able to get to them all!

    Reply
  13. lynn (The Actors Diet) says

    July 23, 2009 at 3:43 pm

    did your plane mates say anything while you were snapping away?

    Reply
  14. amanda says

    July 23, 2009 at 3:45 pm

    Hey Kath! I’m sure you’re super busy while you’re there, but if you get a chance they just opened a GIGANTIC new Whole Foods (Kingsbury and Sheffield) that is amazing….I love love the make your own trail mix bar.

    Just a thought!!

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  15. emily c says

    July 23, 2009 at 3:58 pm

    Hello! I’m a reader who has never commented. But I just had to let you know how much I love your blog! I’m a newlywed and use your meals as cooking inspiration for the two of us. So thank you, Kath! 🙂

    Also, Housekeeping is my all-time favorite book. I’ve read it soooo many times. Marilynne Robinson’s style is so unique and beautiful. I hope you enjoy it! 🙂

    Have fun in Chicago!

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  16. Jessica says

    July 23, 2009 at 4:03 pm

    haha your lunch looks good and I get shy too but whatever!
    -muffy

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  17. Eve says

    July 23, 2009 at 4:11 pm

    That is such a gourmet plane meal 🙂 Enjoy your trip.

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  18. Kristen says

    July 23, 2009 at 4:30 pm

    What a view! I have to say, plain Oikos to me is just that – too plain! Even with mix-ins. I love that vanilla, though.

    Isn’t it great how different life can be when your not in the midst of classes? I am enjoying a few weeks of break from grad school and life couldn’t be better! Have a good trip!

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  19. Jen says

    July 23, 2009 at 4:40 pm

    Oh its beautiful!!! HAVE A WONDERFUL time!!!

    I thank my iphone SO much while stuck in the car, etc 😀

    Reply
  20. Meghan@traveleatlove says

    July 23, 2009 at 4:50 pm

    I LOVE Chicago! If the winters weren’t even colder than Boston I might move there. . .

    Reply
  21. Amanda says

    July 23, 2009 at 5:05 pm

    My sister is at Blogher too! She went to grad school at U of Chicago….so I know the city well. Have a blast! It would be weird if you ran into eachother….but I doubt it will happen.

    Reply
  22. Shannon, The Healthy Beach Bum says

    July 23, 2009 at 5:06 pm

    Gorgeous city!! Have a fun Miss travelista! 🙂

    Reply
  23. Christie @ Quit Your Diet says

    July 23, 2009 at 5:21 pm

    Have a great time in Chicago!!

    Reply
  24. Michelle Hisae says

    July 23, 2009 at 5:22 pm

    Flights are ALWAYS made better by home-made meals. Have a great time at dinner!

    Reply
  25. Daria (Summer of the CSAs) says

    July 23, 2009 at 5:48 pm

    Have fun! Chicago’s such a great city to explore. 🙂

    Reply
  26. Andee (Runtolive) says

    July 23, 2009 at 5:52 pm

    What a simple, delicious looking salad! I always worry when packing lunches that food is going to go bad if I don’t pack it in an ice cooler. Have fun!

    Reply
  27. Susie says

    July 23, 2009 at 5:56 pm

    This might be a silly question, but is yogurt considered a liquid?! The only reason I’m asking is because lotion is considered liquid and you cannot bring more than 3 oz of lotion on board. Isn’t the yogurt container larger than 3 oz? >_< I’m traveling in a few weeks and was hoping to pack some food with me.

    Reply
  28. Kailey says

    July 23, 2009 at 5:59 pm

    you are a traveling machine lately! SO jealous 🙂
    awesome salad!

    Reply
  29. The Duo Dishes says

    July 23, 2009 at 6:07 pm

    Chitown…one of the best cities!

    Reply
  30. Shannon Lowry says

    July 23, 2009 at 6:14 pm

    I went to see Food, Inc. last weekend, and it really opened my eyes. If you haven’t seen it, I would highly recommend you doing so. The movie discuss the issues GMOs (Genetically Modified Organisms). I did some reading on the internet and found out that Boca uses GMO soy. It was disappointing to find out that this company does that.

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  31. Heather McD (Heather Eats Almond Butter) says

    July 23, 2009 at 6:32 pm

    Ahh, you’re in Chicago – such a fun city Kath! Guess we won’t be making your own dinner. See Twitter. 🙂

    I always wear wool sock on airplane flights, even if it’s 90 degrees on the ground. Once in the air, I’m always freezing.

    Have a wonderful time.

    PS – Your in-flight lunch beats snack packs and peanuts any day!

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  32. Mel @ She Runs Brooklyn says

    July 23, 2009 at 6:44 pm

    Hmm I need a new book! I’m reading the Time Travelers Wife, and while some people love it, I’m kinda meh.

    What makes the book you’re reading weird?

    p.s. Have a great dinner! 🙂

    Reply
  33. Jenny says

    July 23, 2009 at 6:59 pm

    Hey bloggers what is your take on the Nike +Sport band? I’m thinking of getting it but is there something else cheaper than 59 dollars that can track how many miles I run and cals burned? That’s all really care about.

    Reply
  34. Recipes for Creativity says

    July 23, 2009 at 7:08 pm

    I just left Chicago for the first time ever! I loved it! Have a great time!

    Reply
  35. Tasty Health Food says

    July 23, 2009 at 7:25 pm

    Whoa. Do you know that this post JUST made me realize that I’ve never been to Chicago? :O How did I not ever notice that before?

    Reply
  36. AnnQ says

    July 23, 2009 at 8:38 pm

    Have a fantastic time! Chicago totally rocks…Navy Pier and Millennium Park are great….love the giant reflective “bean” thingy in Mill. Park, too!

    Reply
  37. Heather @ Health, Happiness, and Hope says

    July 23, 2009 at 8:44 pm

    I just love how you pack along great travel foods! Have you ever had a problem getting through security with it?

    Have fun exploring the city!

    Reply
  38. Run Niki Run says

    July 23, 2009 at 9:04 pm

    I just moved from Chicago to Michigan 6 weeks ago. I miss the city so bad! Take lots of photos!!! 🙂

    Reply
  39. Bec says

    July 23, 2009 at 9:50 pm

    have a great time exploring the city!

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  40. Rebecca says

    July 23, 2009 at 9:59 pm

    I LOVE staying in hotels!! I always have ever since I was little!! I also love eating out!!

    Your lunch salad looks yummy!! 🙂

    Glad you had a safe flight to Chicago! Have fun!

    Reply
  41. Gena (Choosing Raw) says

    July 23, 2009 at 10:01 pm

    Totally awesome travel eats!!

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  42. Me says

    July 23, 2009 at 10:26 pm

    Would you REALLY not eat if you couldn’t take a photo?
    I just was amazed to read no use going hungry cause of shyness over food photography….
    I don’t mean this as a negative post, I just have been wondering how far the food blogging wrold had invaded lives,in both good and bad ways,and am quitre interested to see how some bloggers out there photograph EVERYTHING they eat,and that so many of us read about it.
    The world is turning into a very strange place these days…..and I am including myself in this statement!
    We are all a little wacko prehaps?

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  43. Kath says

    July 23, 2009 at 10:44 pm

    Lynn,
    Nope – most were snoozing!

    amanda ,
    I’d love to go but I have no free meals and it’s 3 miles away 🙁

    emily c,
    Thank you and welcome!! Glad the book is a good one!

    Susie ,
    In my opinion it’s not a liquid or a gel! I’ve been lucky to get it through lately, and I’ve never had a problem with it. Liquids are the biggest problems, so I don’t think yogurt is as big of a red flag.

    Mel @ She Runs Brooklyn,
    Weird isn’t the right word. It’s a unique writing style.

    Me ,
    No I wouldn’t really not eat – there are times when I eat things because I’m hungry or have no camera and just mention it instead. And clearly I decided to eat regardless. I think you’re making a bit of a mountain into a molehill with my commentary – I was just trying to share a snapshot into the mind of a food blogger since you guys often ask me if I am shy or embarrassed to take photos. I was not suggesting that it rules my life.

    Kath

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  44. mikey says

    July 23, 2009 at 11:11 pm

    nice view! now get out there and have some fun 🙂

    Reply
  45. Caroline says

    July 23, 2009 at 11:47 pm

    Isn’t it crazy how arctic they keep the indoors during the summertime? I have to dress in layers just to go to the grocery store!
    I am supah shy at the airport with my packed meals. I always try to play it off like I am scanning through old pictures when I am actually taking new ones;)

    Reply
  46. Susan @ Nurse on the Run says

    July 24, 2009 at 12:03 am

    You’re making me so jealous, and you only just arrived!

    Reply
  47. Me says

    July 24, 2009 at 6:33 am

    Thanks for reply.
    Best wishes, mountain or molehill…..;)

    Reply
  48. Alison says

    July 24, 2009 at 7:39 am

    It looks like you brought your containers from home for the salad & fruit – what do you do with them after you’ve eaten the contents? Do you pack them away in your luggage?

    Reply
  49. Ellen @ Peace in Motion says

    July 24, 2009 at 8:19 am

    what a fun tour! Enjoy BlogHer

    Reply
  50. Hangry Pants says

    July 24, 2009 at 9:58 am

    Yum. That was my roti from saturday. good one to read. 😀

    Reply
  51. Sabina says

    July 24, 2009 at 10:00 am

    Good for you for packing a meal for the plane and what a delicious meal it looks like!

    A small recommendation: grind your flax seed. Your body will absorb it better this way. I tend to forget to do this, as I like the texture. 😉

    Reply
  52. Kath says

    July 24, 2009 at 11:08 am

    Sabina,
    They were ground!!!

    Kath

    Reply

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