

Our foodie lunch started with - what else? - BURRATA! Beatrix serves their unique take with a spread of artichokes and edamame. It makes for a perfect spot to bring any pregnant friends especially since the healthy drinks feel so fancy (remember Erica’s pinterest-worthy baby shower last month?). And really pretty to shoot! But all of Beatrix’s drinks feel just as indulgent as alcoholic ones sans the alcohol (though their cocktail menu is fabulous too!).

Chia seeds give you a massive amount of natural, non-jittery energy (have you made my Easy Chia Pudding yet? It’s my favorite snack to fuel up on before a long day!) and make for such a fun texture to slurp up! I’m also heavily addicted to Beatrix’s Blueberry & Basil Smash which is especially fresh and hydrating in the summer heat. They even have an extensive non-alcoholic, healthy drink menu that includes delicious options like this addictive Cherry Chia Cooler. I’ve been coming here for YEARS and yet have never once actually shot it until last month when I popped in for lunch with fellow foodies Erin and Erica! The first thing you need to know about Beatrix is this is the spot you can get SO MANY dishes and concoctions you can’t find anywhere else. With a motto like “taste over trend” you KNOW the food is going to be a delicious deviation from so many of the River North spots nearby. And ever since I launched this blog almost two years ago, I’ve been on a quest to share my best finds with you.Īnd today’s restaurant is one of the restaurants I’ve been itching to share with you since the very beginning! It’s been one of my absolute favorites for years and today I’m FINALLY sharing it! I’m talking about River North’s healthy-meets-hip eatery Beatrix. I seek out the BEST recipes and restaurants like it’s my job (well, actually it HAS become part of my job - how cool is that?).

Over the past few years it’s become something of an obsession of mine.
