• The Perfect Ham Sandwich

    May 7, 2018thetipsyhousewife

    The perfect ham sandwich does exist and it is right here. Shaved ham, thinly sliced American cheese plus the crunch of veggies and chips. Making a great sandwich is an art and I have been told that I have mastered it. This is less of a recipe and more of a method of the way I make my favorite sandwich. I have some great shortcuts included in the post as well as the products I use. Sandwich Master Calling all sandwich snobs! My snobbery all started when I worked in the deli of my local grocery store.  I was in…

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  • Tipsy’s Top 5 of Chicago Gourmet 2017

    September 27, 2017thetipsyhousewife

    This year I was given the privilege of a Media Pass to attend Chicago Gourmet presented by Bon Appetit.  This incredible festival has been taking place in Chicago’s iconic Millenium Park for ten years!  If you aren’t familiar, it is a food fest like no other. Famous Chef’s, upscale food samples, cocktails, and the wine, oh my gosh, the wine. Besides the food and booze, there is live entertainment, photo booths, giveaways and plenty of comfortable places to  sit, relax and enjoy the scene. Chef Demos from Celebrity Chefs like Chicago favorites, Stephanie Izard and Rick Bayless  . Who are…

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