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  • Park Ridge Insider Lisa Kay Kovilic on the Zia’s Social brunch, sound bath meditation sessions at Vitality Wellness, unique gifts at Raffia and escapes to New Buffalo, Michigan

  • Inside Scoop: Lincoln Park ZooLights, ice skating in Rosemont’s Parkway Bank Park, holiday activities with the Park Ridge Park District, Lightscape at the Chicago Botanic Garden and deals around town

  • Shop til you drop: Come explore the latest in holiday gift ideas and winter fashions on Prospect Avenue

  • Park Ridge Insider Dania Garcia on the beautiful Anderson Japanese Gardens, the sandwich de Milanese at Don Juan’s, escaping to Lake Geneva and the welcoming vibes at Harp & Fiddle

  • Inside Scoop: It’s all about community, fitness and fun at the Centennial Fitness Center

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  • Good Eats

    Good Eats at the Howard Street Inn: Graced with a friendly staff, incredible specials and a tasty, diverse menu, it’s easy to see why this sports-watching mecca is so popular

    By Trent Modglin
    October 5, 2022
    6700 W. Howard Street in Niles (847) 583-0795 HowardStreetInn.com History in short: Seeking to create a family-friendly atmosphere with good vibes and good food, ...
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  • Kid Zone

    Kid zone: Affordably exploring some favorite local parks and community centers with the kiddos this fall

    By Trent Modglin
    October 3, 2022
    Little Bear Park photo courtesy of ThinkConfluence.com By Grace Rhee There’s nothing like a crisp, fall morning to motivate me to make the most ...
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  • General Features

    Setting the standard: Anthony Valentino Salon for Hair celebrates its 25th year on Main Street in Park Ridge

    By Trent Modglin
    September 27, 2022
    Anthony Valentino Salon for Hair 26 Main Street in Park Ridge
 (847) 318-5577 AVSalonForHair.com The Real Park Ridge sat down with owner JoAnn Fosco ...
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  • Park Ridge Insider

    Park Ridge Insider Talha Sajjad on developing relationships at Orange Shoe Personal Fitness, the tempting brisket at Mel’s Craft BBQ, gin martinis at Tavern on the Point and relaxing on the Robey Hotel rooftop in Chicago

    By Trent Modglin
    September 26, 2022
    Mel’s Craft BBQ brisket sandwich What you do for a living: I’m the franchise owner and fitness professional at Orange Shoe Personal Fitness here ...
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  • General Features

    Small-business spotlight on Tim Perry from Union Home Mortgage: Assessing the housing market and understanding expenses and the programs available to home buyers

    By Trent Modglin
    September 23, 2022
    Tim Perry Union Home Mortgage 
[email protected] (847) 260-7352 
1314 W. Touhy Ave. in Park Ridge Background in real estate and mortgage lending I have ...
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  • Park Ridge Insider

    Park Ridge Insider Molly Engle on escapes to Holland, Michigan, a love affair with Nonna Silvia’s, shopping at Edie and craft cocktails at Off the Wall

    By Trent Modglin
    August 22, 2022
    Holland, Michigan photo courtesy of Holland.org What you do for a living: I manage a local cafe, Off the Wall, which serves craft beverages — from ...
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  • Recommendations

    Local recommendations include Aztec Dave’s, O&A Landscaping, Kaufman’s Deli, North Shore Motorworks and more

    By Trent Modglin
    August 8, 2022
    I’ve seen a lot of requests for taco trucks online, and just wanted to give a shout out to Aztec Dave’s. We used them ...
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  • Interviews

    Q&A with Beer on the Wall owner Ryan Tracy about humble beginnings, a love of the mix-six, and what he’s drinking this summer

    By Trent Modglin
    July 30, 2022
    By Trent Modglin Beer on the Wall 106 Main Street in Park Ridge WeHaveGreatBeer.com Combining of your favorite coffee shop vibe and the impressive ...
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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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“A lot of people tell me they feel like they’r “A lot of people tell me they feel like they’re on vacation when the come here, and that’s what I enjoy hearing the most. It’s a family place and always has been.” — @donjuanscantina co-owner Jake Concannon Read our fall issue cover story on Don Juan’s at TheRealParkRidge.com
Tuesdays mean half off pizza and great drink speci Tuesdays mean half off pizza and great drink specials like $5.75 Tito’s cocktails, $5.50 Goose Island Sofie drafts and happy hour from 4-6pm at @the_beacon_tap
Heard so many good things about the @mullysgrillre Heard so many good things about the @mullysgrillrestaurant burger with Merkts cheese spread that we finally had to try one for ourselves today. And it… is… phenomenal. Look for more on the new Mully’s and @social18restaurant in our winter issue out soon.
It's all happening this evening. Winterfest from t It's all happening this evening. Winterfest from the @parkridgechamber is here. Come get festive.
Want to escape the house (or a few family members) Want to escape the house (or a few family members) on Thanksgiving and watch the Bears game? Well, the @howardstreetinn is your place. Bar is open today (but kitchen will be closed). Bear down
Give the gift of confident swimming, water safety Give the gift of confident swimming, water safety and much more this holiday season. Our family couldn’t recommend @goldfish_parkridge more
Would you like to share your opinion on the best m Would you like to share your opinion on the best meal you’ve had recently (in Park Ridge or the Chicagoland area)? If so, message us a few detailed sentences and you may just see your name in print in our big upcoming winter issue.
Spotlight on @mettaperspective Acupuncture and Int Spotlight on @mettaperspective Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine — How acupuncture, when combined with a lifestyle change, can help combat a wide range of chronic conditions “I love helping chronic conditions. If people have been having difficulty with something over the years, I love knowing that I’ll almost always be able to help them with it. All it takes is their commitment, and I will find an answer.” — Dr. Dawn Graziano Read the feature from our fall issue now at therealparkridge.com
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at @ It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at @marigoldgiftshop on Prospect. So many beautiful displays and perfect items for the holidays
Food frenzy: We ordered some of the area’s excit Food frenzy: We ordered some of the area’s exciting new dishes and classic menu staples — like the @ziassocial chicken parm, @howardstreetinn turkey club, @uneannee Cajun shrimp tacos and @danielscharcuterie21 apple walnut salad, among others — just to make your stomach growl Read the feature from our fall issue now at therealparkridge.com
Save the date (Sunday, Dec. 8) for this great even Save the date (Sunday, Dec. 8) for this great event. It’s the 5th annual Christfiddle Market at @theharpandfiddle with more than 35 vendors providing some holiday cheer. Everything from baked goods and jewelry to candles, artwork, wine and spirit sampling, and much more!
Food frenzy feature from our fall issue: We ordere Food frenzy feature from our fall issue: We ordered some of the area’s exciting new dishes and classic menu staples like — just to make your stomach growl Check out Brennan’s New Orleans eggs at @cafe.touche … the Tex Mex chicken flatbread at @theharpandfiddle … Shemroon tray at @shemroonkababhouse … tavern fried chicken at @tavernpointchi and grilled octopus at @patinawinebar … among other dishes Read it all now at TheRealParkRidge.com
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