Kari Herrera

Kari Herrera is the creator of Chicagoings.com, Chicago’s indie city guide and blog. She often writes about the city’s points-of-interest as experienced by a local. She is a Social Media Marketing Manager and freelance writer. When she’s not working, Kari donates much of her time to the education of French-speaking immigrants in Chicago.

Where Chicago Goes: 48 Hours in Milwaukee

The way Chicago views Milwaukee can best be compared to how we as a nation view Canada – but here’s the truth.

Do you Wear Other People’s Clothes? How to Strike Gold with Consignment Stores

Like walking into a Tyler Perry movie, one must enter any thrift store with an open mind, willing to accept whatever’s presented; good, bad or ugly.

20 Things to do in Chicago this 4th of July Weekend

Keep busy. Stay away from Netflix.

Two Tequila Recipes to Upgrade Any Barbecue: The Ultimate Shrimp Appetizer and Cocktail

Compensation was provided by Hornitos® via Mode Media. The opinions expressed herein are those of…

How to Throw the Ultimate Summertime Barbecue without a Grill

Summertime barbecue party? Guests won’t care if there’s an actual grill (or yard). All they want is good food and drinks. Here are 6 easy steps for mastering how to grill without a yard.

24 Hours in the Loop: An Itinerary for the Art Loving, Shopping Enthusiast and a Video you Must See!

We’ve got your ultimate guide for what to do in downtown Chicago. Plus, a must-see video from the Taste Buds!

Bunches o’ Brunches: Más in the West Loop

Más is mod, not just in design, but in their take on the traditional Mexican meal.

Kari’s Life: Recreating Memories with Coffee-Mate

When I was invited to share my fondest Coffee-mate inspired memory, I knew right away which it would be.

The Story of how Ashley Crowe Became AstroWifey

During our heart-to-heart, Astrowifey discuss everything from that New York Times story to FKA Twigs and what it really means to be an educated person.

{Giveaway} The Anti Mini Dress: One Store is Finally Catering to the Modestly Chic

Grandmas, babies, it doesn’t matter who, everyone’s being sold micro hemlines and that’s a problem. Here’s the fix.

Happy International Sushi Day: Chicago’s Best by Neighborhood

In the end, it comes down to fish, service, and price.

Win Big with our new InstaGAME “Where Am I”!

Win gift cards to any of the hot new restaurants featured on Chicagoings.com with our new InstaGAME “Where Am I”!

7 Chicago Booze Festivals to take you Through the Summer

Here are five beer, wine, and otherwise drank festivals, from June to October, that are sure to make the warmer days last just a bit longer.

Quiz: Which Bohemian Babe is Your Style Twin?

If you could identify your style with one boho-chic fashion icon, who would it be? Take this short quiz to find who is secretly sharing your closet.

{SAVE} The Best from Every Fest: Our Refined 2015 Chicago Summer Music Festival Lineup

We broke down this festival season’s top acts and included our favorites on one collective list. Love!

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