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  • Steak — it’s what’s for dinner: We set out to enjoy some of the more intriguing — and delicious — steak dishes around

  • Park Ridge Insider Anne Inwood

  • Inside Scoop: Seadog Haunted River Tours, South Park’s Witches Night Out Oct. 17, Lena Brava cooking demonstration Oct. 18, Trunk or Treat Oct. 24, and Spirits of Park Ridge Whiskey & Wine Tasting Oct. 25

  • Park Ridge Insider Ed Beauvais

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Trent Modglin

  • Good Eats

    Good Eats at Lirica: Navy Pier spices things up with a new Latin American-inspired restaurant with incredible views

    By Trent Modglin
    May 7, 2021
    By Michael Dritto Location: In the new Sable Hotel, 900 E. Grand Ave. on Navy Pier 872-710-5703 LiricaRestaurant.com Hours: Open daily from 6 a.m.-10 ...
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  • Around Town

    Inside Scoop: Kentucky Derby events, Mother’s Day promo from Beautifully New Med Spa, and Wildwood Nature Center updates

    By Trent Modglin
    April 29, 2021
    Chicago’s best Kentucky Derby parties, courtesy of Green Curtain events This Saturday (May 1) can’t get here soon enough for Green Curtain Events and ...
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  • General Features

    The pampered life: Surviving my first “gentleman’s facial” at Beautifully New Med Spa — and possibly getting hooked

    By Trent Modglin
    April 22, 2021
    By Trent Modglin It’s not every day you’re recruited to receive a “gentleman’s facial” from a high-end medical spa. So, of course, I head ...
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  • Signature Dishes

    Signature dishes: The flavor-filled Thai crab fried rice and caterpillar maki at Hands on Modern Thai & Sushi Bar

    By Trent Modglin
    April 19, 2021
    Hands On Modern Thai & Sushi Bar 7117 W. Addison (773-777-1000) 5056 W. Irving Park (773-205-8335) HandsOn.us Interestingly enough, we stumbled upon this bright ...
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  • Around Town

    Inside Scoop: Marigold’s flower bar, Zaza happy hour, VIP program at Beautifully New, and the Park Ridge Women’s Tennis Association

    By Trent Modglin
    April 12, 2021
    Customizable silk flower arrangements from Marigold’s flower bar Marigold Gift Shop has been a hit in Uptown since opening last year. Full of bright ...
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  • Park Ridge Insider

    Park Ridge Insider Karla Cantu on the martinis at Shakou, chopped salad at Sonny’s Express, and shopping at Edie and Natalie Boutique

    By Trent Modglin
    April 6, 2021
    Shakou martini What you do for a living: Three years of customer service at Anthony Valentino’s Salon, and I’m also a part-time student. How ...
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  • General Features

    Burger bonanza: We’re blessed with plenty of great burger options in the Park Ridge area, and here are a few favorites

    By Trent Modglin
    March 29, 2021
    The Beacon burger at The Beacon Tap 1374 Lee Street in Des Plaines 847-715-2772 TheBeaconTap.com This fun sports bar in nearby Des Plaines has ...
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  • Shop Around the Corner

    Shop Around the Corner: Classic styles blended with a modern look — and a focus on statement pieces — at the new Sooo Cute Boutique in Park Ridge

    By Trent Modglin
    March 19, 2021
    Location: 7 S. Prospect Ave. in Park Ridge SoooCuteBoutique.com Facebook: @SoooCuteBoutique Instagram: @sooocutepr A love of retail: Vania’s love of retail, clothing and accessories ...
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The Real Chicago — an eye-catching, family friendly entertainment magazine for active locals and tourists — originally launched in 2006. It now has a sister publication: The Real Park Ridge. Proud to be servicing our new home in Park Ridge, as well as the surrounding areas of Rosemont, Niles, Des Plaines, Mt. Prospect and NW Chicago.

The Real Park Ridge is printed and distributed seasonally four times per year (December, March, June and September) to thousands of Park Ridge homes, as well as more than 150 area restaurants, bars, boutiques, coffee shops, salons, spas, offices and hotels. Make sure to sign up for our e-mail newsletter and download our new digital app for the latest events, deals and feature articles.

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Hands down, one of our favorite sandwiches anywher Hands down, one of our favorite sandwiches anywhere in the area. The sweet, tender and flavorful short rib grilled cheese at @tavernpointchi in Edison Park.
Don’t sit at home tonight. Get out and enjoy the b Don’t sit at home tonight. Get out and enjoy the best winter festival in the area — Winterfest from the @parkridgechamber 

So many activities spread across three neighborhoods.
Not quite ready to hang with the extended family t Not quite ready to hang with the extended family the next few days? Come party it up at @tavernpointchi tonight. Five DJs. Drinks. Dancing. Vibes.
Who’s ready for Winterfest from the @parkridgecham Who’s ready for Winterfest from the @parkridgechamber this Friday? Three trollies, boutique sales, reindeer, carolers, Santa’s village, photos with the Grinch and more festive fun.
New in town: Brothers behind the new Mediterranean New in town: Brothers behind the new Mediterranean-inspired @eliacafe_ on Northwest Highway believe in treating people like family 

“It’s part of our culture to treat people like family. And I hate the idea that the owners shouldn’t roll up their sleeves. We’ve never believed in that.” — Billy Pyroulis

Read the spotlight from our fall issue now at TheRealParkRidge.com
Because sometimes, when you can’t decide between t Because sometimes, when you can’t decide between the @shemroonkababhouse steak and salmon, you get both. And then you have leftovers. And then you’re happy the next day too.
Dinner crowd, class reunion, live Irish music and Dinner crowd, class reunion, live Irish music and a fun and frenzied @mainesouthparentsscholarclub Bunco fundraiser. Just another busy Thursday at the @theharpandfiddle
Break away from the leftover turkey sandwiches and Break away from the leftover turkey sandwiches and head to @patinawinebar on Saturday, Nov. 29 for a complimentary wine tasting.
Rosemont’s @parkwaybankpark entertainment district Rosemont’s @parkwaybankpark entertainment district is kicking off the holiday season with the return of its Chicago Wolves Ice Rink this Saturday, November 22.  Visitors can enjoy ice skating beginning at 11 a.m. in addition to several other holiday offerings available throughout the afternoon leading up to the Park’s annual “Light Up The Park” tree lighting event at 5:30.

A variety of family-friendly festivities will be available from 2-6 p.m. including visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus, free horse-drawn sleigh rides, carolers and ice sculpting. Admission to the Chicago Wolves Ice Rink is free. Guests are invited to bring their own skates. Skate rentals are available on-site for $8.
Talk about a welcome addition to Park Ridge... If Talk about a welcome addition to Park Ridge... 
If you haven't yet, make sure to check out @dimarkocoffee on Main Street. Open till 10 p.m. every day and featuring some great coffee, smoothies, pastries, paninis and more. Look for more on this new business in our upcoming winter issue.
Talk about the gift that keeps on giving. When you Talk about the gift that keeps on giving. When you purchase a $100 gift card from the fantastic new @fireandwinege in Park Ridge this holiday season, you’ll get a Loyalty Bonus Card that you can use for $10 off your bill each month at any BG Hospitality Group establishment. That’s $120 in savings for the year (not to mention some great pasta, seafood, steak and wine). 

Read more about Fire + Wine’s Chef’s Cut steak boards from our fall issue at TheRealParkRidge.com
Feel-good focus: @bbbschi celebrates a meaningful Feel-good focus: @bbbschi celebrates a meaningful 10-year partnership with Maine Township

“We believe all kids are completely filled with potential, and we know what they’re capable of. We’re not saving anyone or rescuing anyone, but the magic can happen when it’s right. … We’re just here to stand in the way of the things that can knock them down.” — Dawn Steffen, regional director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Chicago. 

Read the spotlight feature on the local Big Brothers Big Sisters program now at TheRealParkRidge.com
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