Dining
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Dining out: Spirits, a burger challenge, an ugly sweater brunch & moreDec 18, 2018 5:00 am - Winter sippers Warm up with a handcrafted holiday cocktail at Gene & Georgetti Rosemont. Try the Winter Sangria; Eggnog Martini made with cinnamon, nutmeg and amaretto; ...
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Five bottles of bubbly, all $20 or less, that promise to add holiday sparkleDec 15, 2018 6:28 am - Here are five affordably priced sparkling wines that will help you celebrate this holiday season, or turn any day festive throughout the year. Rating: 3 stars: Exception...
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The American dream comes true for Lake Zurich business ownerDec 14, 2018 12:00 am - Sergio Briseno's first job at the age of 16 was as a dishwasher at Mers Restaurant on Bangs Lake in Wauconda. He has been in restaurants ever since. He worked as a waite...
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Mundelein to allow restaurant patrons to bring their own wineDec 14, 2018 12:00 am - Just in time for Christmas gatherings, Mundelein restaurateurs soon will be able to let patrons bring their own wine to enjoy during meals. The village board has amended...
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Barrington's Region wins with exceptional plating, delicious diningDec 12, 2018 10:00 am - Region Kitchen and Bar, the latest venture from popular local chef Dave Perlick, recently opened in Barrington, offering upscale food, a full bar and great service i...
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Dining out: Holiday teas, spirits, Sunday brunch at Fat Rosie's & moreDec 12, 2018 9:00 am - Tea time Get dressed up for Hotel Arista's Holiday Afternoon Tea happening from 1 to 4 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, now through Jan. 5. Enjoy traditional tea service ...
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Moretti's bartender's 'Tropical Heat' named Best Martini in the BurbsDec 10, 2018 12:00 am - Adam Wanaski, a bartender at Moretti's Ristorante in Hoffman Estates, loves the beach, and with the lousy winter weather we've been having he wanted to remind people "su...
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TGI Fridays in Vernon Hills closes after 25 yearsDec 07, 2018 12:00 am - The TGI Fridays restaurant that had operated on Route 60 in Vernon Hills for 25 years closed abruptly Monday in what appears to be an isolated case. Would-be diners are ...
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Dining out: National Brownie Day, Arctic Winter Bar & an Elf pub crawlDec 06, 2018 10:00 pm - Celebrating service Mission BBQ pays tribute to World War II veterans on Friday, Dec. 7, with a free meal to commemorate National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. All ...
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Shakou brings extensive Asian menu, metropolitan vibe to Arlington HeightsDec 05, 2018 9:00 am - Downtown Arlington Heights has developed into a little metropolis of its own, so why shouldn't it have a hip sushi place? It got one when the Shakou chain opened a locat...