Places to Eat

We all SCREAM for ICE CREAM! Are you looking for a new ice cream shop to try out? Here is the ultimate list for where to find ice cream in Iowa City and surrounding areas. I use the term ‘ice...

At first I was disappointed. A few weeks ago I realized I wouldn't be able to join my husband and daughters when they planned a visit to our hometown. My husband had a weekend of golfing planned, and my daughters were going to...

Hancher is a beloved icon of Iowa City culture, originally built in 1972. The original auditorium was destroyed by the massive flood of 2008 and the new, gorgeous, state-of-the-art building opened in 2016. The new building is simply incredible...

If you haven't visited the New Pioneer Co-Op, I'm hoping it's only because you just recently moved to the area.  If not...then what is your excuse? Seriously! "New Pi", as they like to be called, is truly a staple...

Happy Wednesday, everyone!! Today we have an AMAZING surprise for you: we are giving one lucky reader a MOMMY MAKEOVER!! You heard us right...one of you will have the chance to get a whole new look!! Maybe you just...

As moms, the word “busy” really is not enough to describe our usual schedule. One of the recurring items on our to-do list is to feed our families. Every darn day these people want to eat! Some days it’s...

We had such an AMAZING time at our 2nd annual Tailgate Moms' Night Out!  It's always so fun to see all of you in your Hawkeye gear, and we love ANY excuse for getting a bunch of moms together!...

Last week, we hosted our first ICMB Sip+Style moms' night out. ICMB will begin offering these more regularly, so stay tuned! While each of our upcoming Sip+Style events will be unique, they will all offer delicious food, great drinks,...

As a Spanish teacher, I always find it quite humorous when I get new students and ask them their knowledge of Spanish vocabulary.  Cerveza, cinco de mayo, fiesta, tacos, enchiladas, guacamole.  My goal is always to expand this vocabulary,...

Meet Althea, the lovely winner of our Mommy Makeover contest!! This lucky mama won a whole new look: amazing cut and color by Michael Tschantz, owner of the Michael Tschantz Salon, and make-up by the fabulous Gina Melchiorri, Independent...