Food
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Gurnee Donuts back in business after fireJun 08, 2015 1:00 am - Kevin Lee says his family appreciates the support shown to their doughnut business, which has reopened about 10 months after fire forced its closure. Gurnee Donuts conti...
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New Libertyville restaurantJun 08, 2015 1:00 am - More than a year after renovation began, an old building in downtown Libertyville is scheduled to open Tuesday as the latest entree in a thriving restaurant scene. Husba...
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How does your supermarket stack up?Jun 07, 2015 7:36 am - What makes a supermarket great? Years ago the answer might have been low prices, checkout speed or variety. Now another consideration is top-of-mind: "fresh." When the t...
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Coffee: Can it make you happier and healthier?Jun 07, 2015 7:32 am - The headlines about coffee's impact on your health seem to change as quickly as the time it takes to drink a cup, says Consumer Reports. Should you savor every drop or t...
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Does unit pricing really help you judge costs?Jun 07, 2015 7:13 am - Picture this: You're at the supermarket trying to find the best deal on AAA batteries for your flashlight, so you check the price labels beneath each pack. Sounds pretty...
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5 grocery sites that really deliver to youJun 07, 2015 7:02 am - If you've never bought groceries online - or if you have and found it unsatisfying - now is a great time to give it a try, says ShopSmart. ShopSmart looked at five nati...
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Waldorf chicken salad is delicious the second time aroundJun 04, 2015 6:00 am - Cooking for two is always challenging. How do you take your favorite recipes and trim them down to just two servings? If you're like me, you're much more accustomed to d...
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Waldorf Chicken Salad for TwoJun 04, 2015 6:00 am - 1 cup diced cooked chicken* ½ cup diced red seedless grapes 1 small gala apple, cored and chopped ¼ cup chopped celery 3 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise 3 teaspoons h...
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Fiesta favorites: Summer parties mean Mexican dishes for busy Elk Grove momJun 03, 2015 6:02 am - It's fiesta time! Summer's here - and you're ready to fire up the grill, grab a drink and kick back with friends and family. But when you're the party host, relaxing can...
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Jun 03, 2015 6:00 am - Chimichurri Chicken and Shrimp Skewers 1 large bunch cilantro, stems removed 4 large cloves garlic ½ small white or yellow onion ⅓ cup olive oil ⅓ cup white vinegar...