Ann Arbor is a true foodie city! Click here for my Ann Arbor itinerary, University Days Spotify 80s and 90s playlist, and Destination Ann Arbor + The Mint Chip Mama Podcast! Ann Arbor is a foodie town. It has tons of coffee shops, restaurants ranging from simple to fancy, tons of cuisines from international to locally grown, and some of the best ice cream we’ve ever had!

Hello from a proud Michigan alumni! Click here for my Ann Arbor itinerary and University Days Spotify 80s and 90s playlist! Returning to Ann Arbor as a proud University of Michigan alumni was an incredible experience. Add in showing the campus and surrounding areas to my family for the first time, and all of the feelings were there. While you may think that Ann Arbor is just a college town, it’s so much more.

Welcome to The Mint Chip Mama’s 2025 Gift Guide! *Apologies for this alleged tardy. The last 2 weeks were very sad and difficult, causing everything in my life to be on hold. I promise to update this gift guide with better pictures as soon as I can!* CLICK HERE FOR MY AMAZON GIFT GUIDE! The Best Gifts Of 2025!

Dr. Svetlana Danovich of SD Medical Arts Women take care of everyone, but we also need to take care of ourselves. This means sometimes we need a tweak. I loved visiting the gorgeous, modern office of Dr. Svetlana Danovich MD, PhD, FACS, FAACS to learn about her luxury doctor-designed cosmetic and wellness solutions that blend science, artistry, and innovation together. She’s a Board-Certified Cosmetic Surgeon, Facial Cosmetic Surgeon, and General Surgeon, plus a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery.

The new, improved, and longest go-kart racing track in the world is now open on Long Island at RPM Raceway in Farmingdale! It’s safe to say that my 11-year-old has asked me to take him back to RPM Raceway every day for the last year and a half. Every. Day. After our visit a few years back he was totally hooked.

Happy Sweet 16, Sweet Suite, and get ready for the holiday season with Holiday of Play and my shoppable images! They did it again! As the bloggersphere went wild at Chelsea Piers, the sun set on the best content creator toy event of the year - #SweetSuite25 As always, The Toy Insider did not disappoint with their incredible Balloons Ink installations…

Going Solar With EmPower! I’ve been dying to go solar for a decade since moving into our suburban home. We kept hesitating because we weren’t ready. Last summer we bought an electric vehicle and kept talking about how cool it would be to charge it off the sun. We were ready. Learning About EmPower Solar Our friend suggested EmPower Solar…

Arizona State University’s Universal Learner Courses Why is this New York-based gal talking about Arizona State University? Because of their Universal Learner Courses program! Universal Learner Courses makes learning online accessible to everyone and can be especially impactful for high school students looking for a leg up this Fall. These college-level classes satisfy core requirements in a flexible, home-based environment.

We had the best time at MJ The Musical! MJ The Musical - written by Lynn Nottage and directed and choreographed by Christopher Wheeldon - tells the powerful and electrifying behind-the-scenes story of Michael Jackson’s 1992 Dangerous World Tour.  While the play seamlessly weaves between the tour’s rehearsal and Michael’s past, you get many glimpses into the King of Pop’s history.

2025 90s Con If you like the 90s as much as I do be sure to check out my "Fun 90’s Movies To Watch With Your Family Today!" What? You love the 80s too? Well then check out my "Fun 80’s Movies To Watch With Your Family Today!" Welcome to 2025 90s Con! The 4th 90s Con at the Connecticut Convention Center!

Medieval Times Junior Knights Training Class! Hear Ye Hear Ye! We had a Royal preview of the Medieval Times Junior Knights Training program and it was awesome! (not to mention THE perfect Spring Break activity - the next one is Monday, April 14th at 2:30pm). It’s so much fun to be a Knight at Medieval Times, why not try it for yourself!

Bar Mexicana New York Happy Taco Tuesday! If you're looking for the perfect place to spend your Taco Tuesday, I've got the place for you! We were so lucky to celebrate our favorite weekly holiday with Bar Mexicana NYC before seeing The Lion King. Bar Mexicana was one of the great restaurant partners of Broadway League's Kid's Night On Broadway…

Toy Fair! Hello from the Javits Center in New York! Toy Fair we LOVE you! Thanks for a great day of letting me check out all the new toys out there and coming out soon! A special shout out to Mom Select for being an amazing hostess with the mostess! Next year we’ll find a booth with a mahjong…

The Play That Goes Wrong¡ I LOVE British comedy. It’s such a fun combination of funny scripts and physical comedy. It’s also the perfect type of show for kids. As usual - Mischief Theatre Company’s The Play That Goes Wrong at New World Stages hit the mark. This family friendly show (with a Wednesday matinee perfect for school breaks!) was the perfect anchor to our city day.

Planet Hollywood New York 2.0! As a 90s kid no restaurant topped the celebrity owned, super cool, movie loving Planet Hollywood. I remember being completely obsessed with the restaurant but also the shot glasses and merch. Now back in Times Square but waaaay cooler, Planet Hollywood New York is a reimagined concept. Imagine all the rad of yesterday paired with the technology of today.

Welcome To The Brand New Chen Center At Portledge School In Locust Valley, NY! This winter, Portledge School students made the most of the new Chen Center Athletic and Wellness building. In its inaugural season, the state-of-the-art facility set the stage as Girls Varsity Basketball clinched the PSAA championship! The Chen Center features cutting-edge classrooms, a next-level gym, and dedicated spaces for fitness and mindfulness—fueling both academic and athletic excellence.

Gift-giving is hard work. But it doesn't have to be! With my 2024 Holiday Gift Guide you can find the perfect gift for everyone on your list!