Taste of Chicago

Tuesday, Murray and I both had a day off work so we decided to head downtown to see what all the talk was about. Ever since we moved here we have heard everyone talking about the "Taste" and how great it is. Since we will hopefully be living somewhere closer to home this time next year, we thought we better see for ourselves this summer or else we may miss our chance. Murray and I couldn't believe all that we saw & definitely gained a few pounds in the process!



The Taste of Chicago basically consists of tons of restaurants throughout the city all coming together to set up booths in Grant Park. The area is really neat because it is all right by the Buckingham Fountain. You buy tickets and then you can get food (full portions or samples) with your tickets. There is live music, some carnival rides, lots of yummy food, and tons of people. You wouldn't think on a Tuesday night there could be so many people out, but we were wrong!



Murray tried a boneless rib sandwich, a bowl of crawdaddies, and homemade frenchfries, and I had roasted corn on the cob, a shrimp skewer, chocolate dipped strawberries, and we split a funnel cake. I have to admit that I now understand what everyone has been talking about! We had a blast just walking around and seeing all of the different food and the different people. Haha. Not to mention, neither of us minded sampling a lot!

This weekend we are heading home to spend time with my family at Pickwick and with his in Huntingdon! Other than the approximate 20 hours in the car, we can't wait! Definitely check back for pictures from our hopefully sun & fun filled weekend! Happy 4th of July!!!