Food
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A cool gazpacho is a happy medium in a hot, sticky AugustAug 03, 2022 6:00 am - It's August, and I'm hot. It's August, and I'm cold. Between the blistering heat and the ubiquitous overcompensating air conditioners, it seems like there is no happy me...
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Pairing wine and cheese never goes out of fashion for good reasonAug 03, 2022 6:00 am - As a home cook and culinary pro, I hear a lot about what people don't like to eat - broccoli, cilantro or tofu. But in all my years, I've never heard anyone say, "I don'...
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Dining events: Stargaze and sip during The Drake's Dessert by Starlight experienceAug 03, 2022 6:00 am - Isn't it romantic? Looking for a one-of-a-kind date? Now through the fall, The Drake Oak Brook is offering the new Dessert by Starlight experience when you can stargaze ...
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Social media phenomenon Crumbl Cookies opening new location in South ElginAug 03, 2022 1:00 am - A long line of cookie fans is anticipated in South Elgin Friday morning for the grand opening of a new Crumbl Cookies bakery. Located at 315 Randall Road, in the shoppin...
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Sugar-free coffee shop in South Elgin wants to be the 'anti-Starbucks'Aug 02, 2022 5:30 am - AJ's Java Joint in South Elgin is looking to be the "anti-Starbucks" as the first sugar-free coffee shop in America. The cafe opened last week in the former home of AJ's...
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'A place for all these global cultures': Matrix Club to offer a venue for diverse Naperville areaAug 01, 2022 5:30 am - Multipurpose venue to open in Naperville
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Dining events: The Cheesecake Factory debuts new flavor for National Cheesecake DayJul 28, 2022 6:00 am - National Chicken Wing Day Friday, July 29, is National Chicken Wing Day, and Dak Dak Korean Wings in Villa Park is honoring the day by offering its signature double-frie...
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Suburban restaurants, bars offer dining with a view from their rooftopsJul 27, 2022 11:00 pm - First Draft's Grayslake location has quickly become one of the town's favorite hangouts since opening in 2020. The success is owed in no small part to its rooftop deck s...
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Flower-power shortbread cookies are a joy to make and eatJul 27, 2022 6:00 am - You've probably heard that we eat with our eyes first. This adage is a nod to the fact that our food's shape, color and visible texture will influence our perception of ...
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Reworking summer's condiment - the sweet pickle relishJul 27, 2022 6:00 am - Sweet pickle relish is pivotal to making my tuna salad, salmon salad, topping a hot dog or a hamburger, or making my Thousand Island dressing or tartar sauce. If you bel...