Food
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Bistro One West brings standouts to St. CharlesMay 09, 2011 11:00 pm - Food that's rooted in what's familiar and overseen by a Culinary Institute of America grad. Scenic Fox River views. A large American wine list. That's the recipe for suc...
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South Elgin Stanley's a home to craft beers, ballgamesMay 08, 2011 11:00 pm - When he was growing up in South Elgin in the early '80s, Scott Stanley would often go with his family to O'Shea's Irish pub. In December, Stanley bought O'Shea's former ...
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Night life events: Set those drinks afireMay 08, 2011 11:00 pm - Hot, hot, hot Get the weekend off to sizzling start with Flaming Drink Fridays at Bloomingdale's Shiraz on the Water. From 5 to 10 p.m., the lounge offers six flami...
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Restaurants pop up, then disappearMay 07, 2011 6:45 am - SEATTLE — If you missed the fried rice with pungent shrimp paste at Shophouse Seattle on Monday night, well, too bad. The down-home Thai joint has already shut its doors...
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Rockwood boasts large, revolving beer listMay 03, 2011 11:00 pm - While Finley's Grill Room was meant as a place diners could visit regularly, the restaurant's fancy décor gave it a reputation as a destination for special occasions. T...
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Don't throw it a-wheyMay 03, 2011 11:00 pm - Leftover liquid whey from making yogurt or cheese can be added to recipes for extra protein. You can use it to soak beans or cook rice or in place of water for pizza dou...
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Lubina con Chorizo — Sea Bass with ChorizoMay 03, 2011 11:00 pm - 4 sea bass filets (8 ounces each) Kosher salt, to taste 24 Prince Edward Island mussels 4 tablespoons olive oil 1¼ teaspoons garlic, chopped 1¼ teaspoons shallot...
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Enjoy nearly guilt-free margaritasMay 03, 2011 11:00 pm - Yes, swimsuit season is quickly approaching, but Cinco de Mayo arrives even quicker. You want to look good in your new tankini when the pools open next month, but don't ...
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Sugar Hill Blueberry MuffinsMay 03, 2011 12:00 am - 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon salt 2 large eggs 1 cup sour cream 5 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 cup tightly p...
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Grilled Mushroom QuesadillasMay 03, 2011 12:00 am - 2 pounds fresh white button mushrooms, sliced 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon salt 6 tortilla sandwich wraps (such as Flatout brand) 2 cups (around 8 ounces) shre...