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First Look review: The Marriott Theatre’s version of West Side Story will remind audiences why the show is an all-time classic
By Michael Dritto Playing at: The Marriott Theatre (10 Marriott Drive in Lincolnshire) for a limited engagement through March 27. See the calendar and ... -
Q&A with Mel Thillens about his Mel’s Craft BBQ opening this spring on Main Street, learning from the best in Texas, and a love for showing people a good time
By Trent Modglin Q: Tell us about the inspiration behind Mel’s Craft BBQ. A: Nothing makes me happier than showing people a good time. I’ve ... -
Q&A with Philip Hong, president and co-founder of Park Ridge Lacrosse, a non-profit designed to foster the local development and growth of this fast-rising sport
Q: What led to the launch of Park Ridge Lacrosse? A: Growing up playing lacrosse and coaching lacrosse for the last 20 years, I was ... -
Park Ridge Insider Heather O’Grady on Nonno Pino’s gnocchi, haircuts at Anthony Valentino’s, and weekends in Milwaukee’s historic Third Ward
Milwaukee Third Ward photo courtesy of VisitMilwaukee.org What you do for a living: I manage Edie Boutique and Marigold in Uptown Park Ridge. How ... -
Q&A with local comedian John DaCosse about being relatable, comedy in a Covid world, and feeling the adrenaline from a sold-out show at Zanies
By Trent Modglin Q: What do you like best about a comic’s life in Chicago and Rosemont? A: Chicago is the heart of the ... -
Comfort food cravings: We searched local restaurants for some of the best meals perfect for those cold, wintery evenings
Chicken fried chicken at Tavern on the Point 6724 N. Northwest Highway in Edison Park TavernOnThePoint.com This modern, industrial and stylish sports bar is, ... -
Small-business spotlight: Like New Auto Spa & Detailing Center has been making Park Ridge cars shine for 35 years
Like New Auto Spa & Detailing Center 1050 Busse Highway in Park Ridge 847-823-9274 LikeNewAutoSpa.com A bit of history: Like New Auto Spa has ... -
Signature dishes: The brie grilled cheese at Daniel’s Charcuterie, taco pizza at Easy Street and street tacos at Qué Onda
By Trent Modglin Brie grilled cheese at Daniel’s Charcuterie It hasn’t taken Daniel’s Charcuterie long to garner a strong reputation for their creative and ...
