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Melissa Elsmo
Pulled Pork Sandwich at Smokin M's
Forest Park BBQ joint fires up an aquarium smoker daily Read more
May 15, 2019
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Shanel Romain/Contributor
Twisted Cookie employee of the day
Barrett Patrick won the opportunity to play entrepreneur for a day at Twisted Cookie on May 11. Read more
May 14, 2019
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What Makes for a Good Italian Beef Sandwich?
National Italian Beef Day is May 27 Read more
May 14, 2019
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Alexa Rogals
Oak Park's 'Tomato Lady'
Lissa Dysart's passion has turned into a cottage industry Read more
May 8, 2019
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via WJ archives
In Memoriam: Lou Cardone, longtime Onion Roll owner
Former owner of the Onion Roll (1984-2014), died peacefully at home on May 3, 2019 with his wife Judy by his side. Read more
May 7, 2019
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Missy Badynee
Tomato soup cake adds a little culinary kitsch to Mother's Day
Good memories are a key ingredient in the best recipes. Read more
May 7, 2019
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Melissa Elsmo
New Star updated for a new generation
Elmwood Park mainstay serves up Chinese, Japanese, Thai, and Hibachi fare Read more
May 5, 2019
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Melissa Elsmo
Five for Cinco de Mayo
One of my all-time favorite Mexican restaurants famously crams a twenty piece mariachi band in a room the size of a standard elementary school classroom. Read more
May 1, 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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Melissa Elsmo
Pulled Pork Sandwich at Smokin M's
Forest Park BBQ joint fires up an aquarium smoker daily Read more
May 15, 2019
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What Makes for a Good Italian Beef Sandwich?
National Italian Beef Day is May 27 Read more
May 14, 2019
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Missy Badynee
Tomato soup cake adds a little culinary kitsch to Mother's Day
Good memories are a key ingredient in the best recipes. Read more
May 7, 2019
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Alexa Rogals
National Recognition for The Day Nursery's Nutrition Program
CACFP brings national conference-goers to visit the 105 year old preschool. Read more
Apr 29, 2019
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Matt Kosterman
A Healthy Competition
OPRF Food Pantry to host second annual Healthy Chef Challenge Read more
Apr 22, 2019
Elmwood Park
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Melissa Elsmo
New Star updated for a new generation
Elmwood Park mainstay serves up Chinese, Japanese, Thai, and Hibachi fare Read more
May 5, 2019
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via Pork and Mindy's
Jeff Mauro goes whole hog with Elmwood Park Pork and Mindy’s
Food Network star to bring his innovative brand of BBQ to North Avenue Read more
Apr 16, 2019
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via Donny G's
Meet Donny Greco-chef, singer and everybody's friend
The man behind Donny G's Ristorante and Bar puts a vocal spin on local fare Read more
Apr 10, 2019
Food news
Shanel Romain/Contributor
Twisted Cookie employee of the day
Barrett Patrick won the opportunity to play entrepreneur for a day at Twisted Cookie on May 11. Read more
May 14, 2019
Alexa Rogals
Oak Park's 'Tomato Lady'
Lissa Dysart's passion has turned into a cottage industry Read more
May 8, 2019
via WJ archives
In Memoriam: Lou Cardone, longtime Onion Roll owner
Former owner of the Onion Roll (1984-2014), died peacefully at home on May 3, 2019 with his wife Judy by his side. Read more
May 7, 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
