Last weekend I had the pleasure of attending the Good Food Festival and Conference in Chicago. Farmers, chefs, and foodies, and even butchers, bakers, and candlestick-makers (I couldn't resist!) all came together to support and promote locally grown, wholesome food. The three-day event featured demos from renowned chefs and visits from the political elite, including our own newly elected Governor Rauner. Presentations, classes, and demonstrations were held throughout the day

“The man who passes the sentence should swing the sword. If you would take a man's life, you owe it to him to look into his eyes and hear his final words. And if you cannot bear to do that, then perhaps the man does not deserve to die.” - Ned Stark, A Game of Thrones Devoted nerds and avid readers like myself will likely recognize this quote from Ned Stark, George R.R. Martin’s most honorable character in the first installment of the ever popular Game of Thrones novels, now