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  • Park Ridge Insider Todd Gentile on authentic Italian at Pazzi di Pizza and Zaza Cucina, watching games at Tavern on the Point, fashions at Camp Willow and winter escapes to Cedarburg, Wisconsin

  • Good Eats at The Curragh: Cozy up to the fireplace and enjoy the diverse menu at this inviting Irish pub and restaurant in Edison Park

  • Inside Scoop: Chicago Restaurant Week runs Jan. 20-Feb. 5 with a variety of affordable prix-fixe menu opportunities in the city and suburbs

  • Park Ridge Insider Liz Freidin on brunch at Café Touché and Pennyville Station, live music at Thalia Hall and The Empty Bottle, finding great gifts at Raffia and escapes to The Shore Club in Wisconsin

  • Park Ridge Insider Katie Prezas on Harp & Fiddle’s cheese curds, getting pampered at Lacquer Lounge and Beautifully New Med Spa, and finding a new top at 2 Sisters Boutique

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    Park Ridge Insider Todd Gentile on authentic Italian at Pazzi di Pizza and Zaza Cucina, watching games at Tavern on the Point, fashions at Camp Willow and winter escapes to Cedarburg, Wisconsin

    By Trent Modglin
    February 2, 2023
    Todd Gentile 18-year Park Ridge resident Allstate Insurance Agent in Park Ridge What you do for a living: I am an insurance agent for ...
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    Park Ridge Insider Liz Freidin on brunch at Café Touché and Pennyville Station, live music at Thalia Hall and The Empty Bottle, finding great gifts at Raffia and escapes to The Shore Club in Wisconsin

    By Trent Modglin
    January 4, 2023
    Pennyville Station brunch What you do for a living: I work in sales as a Senior Client Partner at Cars.com. In this role, I ...
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  • Park Ridge Insider

    Park Ridge Insider Katie Prezas on Harp & Fiddle’s cheese curds, getting pampered at Lacquer Lounge and Beautifully New Med Spa, and finding a new top at 2 Sisters Boutique

    By Trent Modglin
    December 19, 2022
    Katie Prezas Lifelong Park Ridge resident What you do for a living: I am an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), and I own ...
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    Park Ridge Insider Kelly Kendall on dining at Seasons 52 and Easy Street Pizza, unique accessories at Sooo Cute Boutique, and drinks at City Winery on the Chicago Riverwalk

    By Trent Modglin
    October 21, 2022
    Seasons 52 What you do for a living: I am a kindergarten teacher in a nearby suburb. I have been an educator for 16 ...
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    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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    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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    Park Ridge Insider Matt Coyne on dining at Mel’s Craft BBQ, Harp & Fiddle and Daniel’s Charcuterie, the selection at Around the World Cigars, and the seclusion of the Wildwood Nature Center

    By Trent Modglin
    July 11, 2022
    Harp & Fiddle What you do for a living: I am an insurance agent. My brother, Ed Coyne, and I own E.J. Coyne & Company ...
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    Park Ridge Insider Bridget Murphy on being spoiled at Zia’s Social and Brunch Cafe, the great service at Wheel & Sprocket, and finding gifts for clients at Marigold and Raffia

    By Trent Modglin
    June 10, 2022
    Raffia Gifts What you do for a living: My husband, Dave, and I are a real estate team with d’aprile properties, which overlooks Hodges ...
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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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  • Park Ridge Insider Todd Gentile on authentic Italian at Pazzi di Pizza and Zaza Cucina, ...

    By Trent Modglin
    February 2, 2023
  • Good Eats at The Curragh: Cozy up to the fireplace and enjoy the diverse menu ...

    By Trent Modglin
    January 28, 2023
  • Inside Scoop: Chicago Restaurant Week runs Jan. 20-Feb. 5 with a variety of affordable prix-fixe ...

    By Trent Modglin
    January 24, 2023
  • Cold-weather favorites
: These tasty local dishes will cure your cravings on even the chilliest of ...

    By Trent Modglin
    January 20, 2023

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Got your calendars out? Plenty of save-the-date op Got your calendars out? Plenty of save-the-date opportunities for some fun events this year courtesy of the @parkridgechamber 

And there's more to come too, including the @parkridgemayor Restaurant Week from March 3-12. Check out ParkRidgeChamber.org and TheRealParkRidge.com for more information in the coming weeks.

#therealparkridge #supportlocal #restaurantweek
Another great checkup and cleaning at @parkridgede Another great checkup and cleaning at @parkridgedentist for the little man (and Dad). Such great service and expertise… and so friendly and wonderful with kids. Highly recommend. Thanks @juliedavisdds !!
#therealparkridge #parkridgedentist
Good Eats feature article on @curraghirishpub_ep — Cozy up to the fireplace and enjoy a diverse menu at this inviting Irish pub and restaurant in Edison Park 

Article is up at therealparkridge.com

#therealparkridge #EdisonPark #Irishpub
A new entree caught our eye at @ziassocial this wi A new entree caught our eye at @ziassocial this winter — the mailie pancetta. It’s beautifully prepared pancetta-wrapped pork tenderloin served with roasted rosemary potatoes in a white wine and garlic demi glace that is out of this world. 

Read more about it in our winter cover story on cold-weather dishes at therealparkridge.com
SALE ALERT — There is a huge 60% off sale going SALE ALERT — There is a huge 60% off sale going on at @2sistersparkridge from Jan. 26-29. You won’t want to miss it. And don’t forget their men’s section too! 33 S. Prospect in Park Ridge. 
#therealparkridge #shoplocal #boutique #sale
Interested in learning more about @bricktonmontess Interested in learning more about @bricktonmontessorischool ?
Their open house this Sunday offers interested families the opportunity to visit Brickton and learn what alumni, students and parents have known for 36 years — that Brickton is a hidden gem of quality education on Chicago’s far northwest side. 

Brickton families come from numerous Chicago neighborhoods, including Edison Park, Portage Park, Jefferson Park, Norwood Park, and Oriole Park, as well as neighboring suburbs like Park Ridge, Des Plaines, Norridge and Harwood Heights. To reserve a time slot, call 773-714-0646 or visit Brickton.org

Brickton Montessori School
8622 W. Catalpa Ave., Chicago, IL 60656
It’s that special time of year again where you g It’s that special time of year again where you get to treat your taste buds like royalty, as the 16th annual Chicago Restaurant Week from @choosechicago returns through Feb. 5. 
Some 362 restaurants are participating in this culinary celebration throughout the city and suburbs

Read about it at therealparkridge.com

#therealparkridge #chicagorestaurantweek
Good time catching up with my old Chicago crew las Good time catching up with my old Chicago crew last weekend. Quality food and craft beer at the newish (and beautiful) @crustbrewing in Rosemont's @parkwaybankpark (in the old Hofbrauhaus location) followed by hilarious stand-up comedy at @zaniesrosemont make for a fun night out for sure. 
#therealparkridge #comedy #craftbeer
Cold-weather favorites: The @pennyvillestation por Cold-weather favorites: The @pennyvillestation pork chop, @howardstreetinn homestyle pot roast, @zazacucina chicken limone, @theharpandfiddle French onion soup and more... these tasty local dishes will cure your cravings on even the chilliest of winter days
#therealparkridge #eatlocal #comfortfood 

Article up at therealparkridge.com
Check out the beautifully crafted balayage techniq Check out the beautifully crafted balayage technique used by stylists Ava and Georgette at @anthonyvalentinosalon on Main Street in Park Ridge. Go ahead, treat yourself in the New Year. You deserve it. 
AVSalonForHair.com
847-318-5577
Small-business spotlight on @mpoweredortho - Dr. M Small-business spotlight on @mpoweredortho - Dr. Milena Bulic believes in delivering beautiful smiles and “MPowering” patients to be the best version of themselves
#therealparkridge #orthodontics #braces #smile

Article is up at therealparkridge.com
Today’s the day. Come support Park Ridge Footbal Today’s the day. Come support Park Ridge Football & Cheer by dining at @melscraftbbq on Main Street. 20% of all purchases this Sunday will go to this wonderful community fundraiser. Check out their great drink specials for the @nfl playoffs too. See you there!

#supportlocal #bbq #everyoneknowsMel #therealparkridge
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