Food
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Join in Woodridge Public Library's 'Cupcake Wars' by June 23Jun 17, 2021 11:00 pm - A little "cupcake joy" is being spread around by competitors in the first-ever "Cupcake Wars" contest at the Woodridge Public Library. Rapunzel's braid, a hamburger and...
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Suburban breweries craft hard seltzer as a lighter alternative to beerJun 17, 2021 6:00 am - Pilsners, pale ales and porters have long been craft brewery staples. But in recent years, microbreweries - including several in the suburbs - have added another beverag...
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Culinary adventures: A savory souvenir from a trip to wine countryJun 16, 2021 6:00 am - While often frustrating, the last year being quarantined also allowed me to have some virtual experiences never possible before. For example, I set alerts for Gesine Pra...
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Kelly's Thai Chicken BurgersJun 16, 2021 6:00 am - 1 large carrot, grated and chopped 1 large bunch cilantro, save a few sprigs for on top of the burgers, then chop (stems and all) 2 large shallots, minced 3 cloves garli...
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Rethinking tequila: Premium brands aim to change perceptions
Jun 15, 2021 6:00 am - LONDON - Love it or hate it, tequila conjures up strong feelings in many drinkers. "Forgive us for the old memories of bad quality tequila!" jokes Antonio Rodriguez, dir...
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Dining events: More Father's Day dining ideasJun 15, 2021 6:00 am - Father's Day Can't think of what to get dad for Father's Day? How about grab lunch or dinner together Sunday, June 20, or celebrate him at home with a meal kit or carryo...
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Lombard food co-op $2.1 million short of fundraising goalJun 15, 2021 1:00 am - Prairie Food Co-op has signage up at 109 S. Main St., Lombard, announcing it is to be the site of a 10,000-square-foot store with a target to open in late 2022 or ea...
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US Foods Summer Scoop lineup takes aim at restaurant labor shortageJun 13, 2021 11:00 pm - US Foods Holding Corp. recently announced the launch of Summer Scoop. Themed "Dining Out Is In Again," Summer Scoop features 18 on-trend, versatile, profit-driving produ...
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Treat Dad to a special meal for Father's Day 2021Jun 10, 2021 6:00 am - This year for Father's Day, consider giving Dad the gift of time spent with you over brunch, lunch or dinner. And whether you want to take him out to eat or prefer celeb...
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Can't live without pizza even in the heat? Turn up the grillJun 09, 2021 6:00 am - If I were left on a desert island and only had one food I could eat for the rest of my life, hands down it would be pizza. I've had a love affair with pizza my whole lif...