The Italy Blog - Sincerely, Ashlea

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October 8, 2023

Puglia, Italy: The Unexpected Wedding Destinaton (Chicago Agrees!)

Hey girl! I just discovered an underrated dream vacation and wedding destination that I have NEVER heard about before: Puglia, Italy! If you haven't heard about Puglia either, you're not alone. Puglia (pronounced "pull-ya") is known as the unexpected wedding de[...]

Chicago, Food & Wine, Food & Wine Pairing, Italy, Restaurant Review, Travel

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February 14, 2023

Eataly Chicago, A Must-Visit for Valentine’s Day & Beyond

Hey girl! Since my recent move to Chicago in 2022, I have found there is literally no shortage of things to do, especially when there's any kind of holiday or national day. Well, thankfully for Valentine's Day (or I should say, the week before V-Day) I stumbled[...]

Chicago, Food & Wine, Italy, Restaurant Review

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October 17, 2022

Quartino Ristorante & Wine Bar, A Restaurant Review

Hey girl! Only one day after moving into my new apartment in Chicago, my family, boyfriend, and I decided to dine at Quartino Ristorante & Wine Bar. And boy, did it not disappoint. I definitely feel quite lucky having this spot right in the heart of my new[...]