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  • Inside Scoop: Private rental opportunities abound at the new Oakton Sports Complex

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  • Inside Scoop: Market After Dark July 25, the National Sports Collectors Convention in Rosemont July 29-Aug. 2, Concerts in the Park and Jazzin’ at the Shedd

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    Small-business spotlight on Renata’s Organic Skincare: This relaxation and holistic wellness retreat in South Park believes in the idea that one’s well-being is more than just looking good

    By Trent Modglin
    June 22, 2024
    Renata’s Organic Skincare 624 Devon Ave. in Park Ridge (773) 517-3512 RenatasOrganics.com Q&A with Renata Karkut, master esthetician and owner of Renata’s Organic Skincare, ...
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    Sweet tooth satisfaction: We went on the hunt for some of the most popular desserts in the area, and loved every minute of it

    By Trent Modglin
    April 10, 2024
    By Trent Modglin Tavern on the Point’s chocolate chip bread pudding and creme brûlée 6724 N. Northwest Highway in Edison Park TavernOnThePoint.com The difference ...
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    New on the scene: Luvvli wellness studio opens above the Pickwick, brunches and catering at Shemroon Kabab House and Patina Wine Bar, workouts at BFT, Une Année’s chimichurri steak sandwich and much more

    By Trent Modglin
    March 23, 2024
    By Trent Modglin Luvvli wellness studio opens above the Pickwick Theater The inspiration for Luvvli was nothing out of the blue for owner (and ...
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    Spotlight on Beautifully New Med Spa: Owner Danielle Oyasu on her VIP membership packages, the benefits of thread lifts, and how best to treat sun damage

    By Trent Modglin
    February 17, 2024
    Beautifully New
600 W. Talcott Road, Suite 103 in Park Ridge847-720-4035BeautifullyNew.co Q: Many of your online reviews use the words “caring,” “nurturing” and “sweet” to ...
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    Spotlight on Ash & Willow Eco Salon: With a desire to be as eco-friendly, holistic and generous with their time as possible, this growing salon has found a home in South Park

    By Trent Modglin
    January 10, 2024
    Ash & Willow Eco Salon and Beauty Apothecary
604 Devon Avenue in Park Ridge847-696-7560
AshWillowSalon.com How it all startedHolly Santelli, a former interior design major, started ...
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    Spotlight on Uptown Med Spa: Dr. Katie Podgorny discusses a focus on natural-looking aesthetic enhancements, her new laser for reducing redness and sunspots, and future plans for a walk-in IV drip bar

    By Trent Modglin
    November 3, 2023
    Uptown Med Spa36 Main Street, Suite 104 in Park Ridge(847) 696-7282PRUptownMedSpa.com My history in the industry: I started saying to friends a few years ...
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  • General FeaturesGood Eats

    Raising the bar: Highlighting — and devouring — some of the impressive new dishes available from local restaurants

    By Trent Modglin
    October 23, 2023
    By Trent Modglin Cafe Touche’s Cuban sandwich We got to try this Edison Park staple’s new Cuban sandwich before anyone else back in August ...
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    Bring it on: Surviving our first boxing and abs class at Kick House Park Ridge

    By Trent Modglin
    September 7, 2023
    By Sophia Gianaris Location: 535A Busse Hwy, Unit 1A in the Village Green Shopping Center in Park Ridge. KickHouseParkRidge.com My expectations going in: I ...
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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.

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Local charity spotlight: @have.dreams is celebrati Local charity spotlight: @have.dreams is celebrating 30 years of offering a variety of programs and services to help those with autism reach their full potential

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Big sale happening this weekend at @shop2sisters Big sale happening this weekend at @shop2sisters
Foodie spotlight dish of the week: The carne asada Foodie spotlight dish of the week: The carne asada à la tampiqueña con un chile relleno from @donjuanscantina 

After four decades in business, rest assured they know a thing or two about delicious skirt steak. And to sweeten up your week, it just so happens Wednesday is half-price wine night and Thursday is half-off margarita pitchers.
In case you haven't taken advantage of the weekly In case you haven't taken advantage of the weekly specials at @tavernpointchi in Edison Park, consider yourself missing out. It's still prime rooftop season, too. Perfect for events, groups or date night.
From our summer issue... First-timer’s club: Step From our summer issue...

First-timer’s club: Stepping out of your normal comfort zone and into your first session at @kickhouse_parkridge 

“This experience pushed me to try something new and make a few friends, all while getting a good workout in. You can’t beat that combination.”

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Local dish of the week: The shrimp po boy, new swe Local dish of the week: The shrimp po boy, new sweet corn pasta salad, and a lime pilsner from @uneannee in Niles. And did we mention how fantastic the patio is on a night like tonight?
From the Park Ridge Insider section of our summer From the Park Ridge Insider section of our summer issue: "The chicken noodle soup at @shemroonkababhouse  is a must try, as well as the hummus and the chicken kababs. The beef kababs are a close second. The service is great, and everyone is always kind and welcoming. We are always recommending it to our friends to try out, and our family is constantly requesting it for dinner."

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Park Ridge Insiders Kelly and Tadgie Scannell on g Park Ridge Insiders Kelly and Tadgie Scannell on great recent meals at @shemroonkababhouse and @nonnasilvias … getting pampered at @renatasorganics … Saturday mornings at the @parkridgefarmersmarket … shopping at @shop2sisters … escaping to Lake Geneva and @mars_resort and being anxious to try out the new @maripari.us in town 

Read the spotlight from our summer issue now at TheRealParkRidge.com
Get ready for the last Park Ridge Market after Dar Get ready for the last Park Ridge Market after Dark of the summer this Saturday, Aug. 22. Make plans to join the @parkridgechamber for a great night of sampling from breweries, wineries and distilleries, browsing the work of local artisans, tasty bites from a variety of local food trucks, and great live music.
A weekday @pennyvillestation lunch reminder to kee A weekday @pennyvillestation lunch reminder to keep the summer vibes going as long as possible
Wondering what’s happening to the old @thalaivasin Wondering what’s happening to the old @thalaivasindiankitchen space on Main Street? During a recent lunch, we were filled in on the plans for Mandram, which means “a place where people gather.”

Operated by the owners of the popular Thalaiva’s, we’re told to expect an assortment of small sandwiches and kati rolls (a type Indian wrap with butter chicken or chicken tikka masala inside), as well as customized fresh juices blended in front of you and milkshakes made of dried fruit and nuts. 

Keep an eye out for the upcoming fall issue of The Real Park Ridge for more details about Mandram, opening in September.
A little drizzle isn’t spoiling the fun at the ann A little drizzle isn’t spoiling the fun at the annual @vinestbbq Competition today in Hodges Park. The food, drinks and music will be going until 10pm.
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