Dining
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‘Creating a little wine community’: Geneva Winery expands production in Elburn, plans to grow
Aug 12, 2025 11:31 am - Brent Copstead, owner of Geneva Winery, is expanding the business to include an event venue, vineyard and larger production facility.
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Why burgers cost so much right now
Aug 11, 2025 9:32 am - There’s no question that steak and hamburgers contribute to global warming, driven by cows’ potent methane burps and their wide-ranging grazing habits. But a warming planet with intensifying extreme weather is also affecting the price of your steak and hamburgers.
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New Hollywood Casino in Joliet showcased as entertainment destination beyond gambling
Aug 08, 2025 9:24 am - Hollywood Casino provided what amounted to a food tour of its new Joliet casino on Thursday, just days before the center is set to open to the public.
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Noon Whistle Brewing to host Oktobeerfests this fallAug 07, 2025 9:29 pm - Noon Whistle Brewing is hosting two Oktobeerfest celebrations this fall, featuring craft beer, live music, and German-inspired food.
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Dining out: Leona’s 75th anniversary, win doughnuts for life at new Stan’s in Naperville and moreAug 05, 2025 5:25 pm - Leona’s Pizzeria is celebrating 75 years with offers involving the number 75, while early risers can head to the new Stan’s Donuts in Naperville Saturday for a chance to win doughnuts for life.
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Drink under the stars at these 6 rooftop barsAug 05, 2025 4:25 pm - Whether you’re craving a casual after-work drink with friends or an upscale romantic evening under the stars, these suburban rooftops cater to every mood.
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French bistro, event space to replace Geneva’s Graham’s 318 Coffee House after sale to new owner
Aug 04, 2025 12:47 pm - After being on the market since April 2024, Graham’s 318 Coffeehouse on Third Street in Geneva has been sold to new owners.
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‘Everybody is welcome here’: Martini Room celebrates 20 years in downtown ElginAug 03, 2025 2:29 pm - Martini Room has been a staple of downtown Elgin for 20 years.
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Bar Louie opening new location in Marriott near Now Arena in Hoffman EstatesAug 02, 2025 11:40 am - Bar Louie, which left a property adjacent to Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg in 2020, will open its sixth location in the Chicago region inside the newly renovated Chicago Marriott Northwest near the Now Arena in Hoffman Estates on Tuesday.
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Bartlett firefighters’ Smoke & Irons Music Fest for charity returns Aug. 7-9Aug 01, 2025 3:52 pm - Bartlett firefighters’ annual Smoke & Irons Music Fest to raise money for local assistance of those in need returns with the introduction of a kickoff party on a third day this Thursday.