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Melissa Elsmo
Tre Sorelle Ristorante opening on Lake Street
Al Mancini 'all-in' on new solo restaurant venture Read more
Dec 10, 2019
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David Hammond
Behold the Peppermint-Stick-in-a-Dill-Pickle
“A sucker punch of crunch, salt and sugar, with nothing sane to balance it out.” Read more
Dec 10, 2019
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Stacey Sheridan/Staff Writer
Winberie's closing Dec. 28
After over three decades serving Oak Park, the restaurant is calling it quits Read more
Dec 5, 2019
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Leftover love at UPG
Deli-inspired sandwich collaboration will make the most of turkey on 12/7 in Forest Park Read more
Dec 4, 2019
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Alex Rogals/Staff Photographer
Kamayan Feast Retrospective
Enjoy Alex Rogals' look back at Pig and Fire's Kamayan Feast Read more
Dec 4, 2019
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Melissa Elsmo
Surf's Up serves up catfish on 'Chicago's Best'
The episode airs on Dec. 8. Read more
Dec 4, 2019
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Via FLT
Feel Wright at home for the holidays
Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio to host open house and food drive Read more
Dec 3, 2019
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Alice B. Toklas brownies to celebrate National Brownie Day
National Brownie Day is December 8 Read more
Nov 30, 2019
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Panda Cafe holds grand opening on Madison
Asian restaurant's chef trained in China Read more
Nov 30, 2019
The Tale of the Tap
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Rhine Heights Ga What?
As two giant beer companies wage a public relations war over what's in their beers, let's learn more about beer purity laws. Read more
Apr 3, 2019
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Waiter, there's a beer in my wine glass!
Ditch preconceived notions and explore beer pairings at your next dinner party Read more
Feb 13, 2019
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Big Beers – Small Sips
Winter nights are perfect for enjoying warm fires, long books and big beers. Read more
Jan 2, 2019
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Prost! Louie and Tessie tie the knot
Beer lovers should credit royal Bavarian lovebirds for Oktoberfest celebrations Read more
Sep 17, 2018
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Steeped, germinated and dried is no way to go through life, son
Musings on the importance of malt in the brewing process. Read more
Jul 18, 2018
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Lagers and Wilds and Ales, oh my!
A beer-lover's exploration of the fermentation flavors derived from yeast. Read more
Jun 13, 2018
Bloggers Dish
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David Hammond
Behold the Peppermint-Stick-in-a-Dill-Pickle
“A sucker punch of crunch, salt and sugar, with nothing sane to balance it out.” Read more
Dec 10, 2019
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via UPG
Leftover love at UPG
Deli-inspired sandwich collaboration will make the most of turkey on 12/7 in Forest Park Read more
Dec 4, 2019
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stock
Alice B. Toklas brownies to celebrate National Brownie Day
National Brownie Day is December 8 Read more
Nov 30, 2019
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Melissa Elsmo
Glimpse of a Thanksgiving market
Sugar Beet Schoolhouse opened its door last weekend to host an artisan market Read more
Nov 20, 2019
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David Hammond
Sardines, Hairless or Hairy, Are Pretty Good
National Sardines Day is November 24 Read more
Nov 19, 2019
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Thanksgiving Market at Sugar Beet Schoolhouse
Celebrate the season with local chefs, artists, educators and makers Read more
Nov 13, 2019
Elmwood Park
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Melissa Elsmo
Burger Moovment strives to build a better burger
From classic to creative the Elmwood Park Burger joint offers a patty for every preference Read more
Nov 13, 2019
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Melissa Elsmo
Taste the difference at Massa Café Italiano
Escape to Italy on North Avenue in Elmwood Park Read more
Oct 14, 2019
Food news
Melissa Elsmo
Tre Sorelle Ristorante opening on Lake Street
Al Mancini 'all-in' on new solo restaurant venture Read more
Dec 10, 2019
Stacey Sheridan/Staff Writer
Winberie's closing Dec. 28
After over three decades serving Oak Park, the restaurant is calling it quits Read more
Dec 5, 2019
Melissa Elsmo
Surf's Up serves up catfish on 'Chicago's Best'
The episode airs on Dec. 8. Read more
Dec 4, 2019
Via FLT
Feel Wright at home for the holidays
Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio to host open house and food drive Read more
Dec 3, 2019
Behind the Spoon
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Jacquinete Baldwin
Coffee roasting revolution at Counter Coffeebar and Lounge
Be the master roaster of your own cup of coffee! Read more
Mar 28, 2019
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Candyland Crush!
Celebrate National Candy Day on November 4th with a visit to Dulcelandia! Read more
Oct 31, 2018
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Let's guac about it! Oak Park Eats' Taco-Off!
We ❤️🌮 here at Oak Park Eats! Our crew checked out tacos from four local spots and did a blind taste test-tough job! Read more
Oct 9, 2018
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Making classic subs at Alpine Food Shop
Classic and delicious all in one bite Read more
Sep 25, 2018
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Making the Palomarita at Lake Street Kitchen + Bar
Lake Street Kitchen + Bar shows us how to make this delicious, mash-up cocktail. Read more
Aug 27, 2018
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More Cowbell! Tackling Brown Cow's 21 scoop Trough Ice Cream Challenge
Sometimes hard work is sweet! Read more
Aug 1, 2018
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A sweet staple: Oak Park Farmers Market doughnuts
You can't visit the market without buying a powdered or sugared doughnut (or three). Read more
Jul 11, 2018
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Rainbow Iced and Rainbow Mimosa Bomb Donuts at Firecakes
This #ThrowbackThursday, we're taking you back to Firecakes, for a glimpse at how those delicious rainbow doughnuts -- the sales of which were donated to the Center on Halsted -- came to be. Read more
Jun 28, 2018
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Making martinis at Barclay's American Grille
The martini is a classic drink that can be flavored in many ways to suit a multitude of tastes. Read more
Jun 22, 2018
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Fired up: New Star's hibachi heats up summer nights
The OPE team headed out for an exhilarating dining experience at New Star Restaurant in Elmwood Park. Read more
Jun 6, 2018
