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  • Park Ridge Insider JoAnn Fosco on the fried chicken tacos at Holt’s, catching the game at Harp & Fiddle, brunch at Patina Wine Bar, and looking forward to ballroom lessons at the Fred Astaire Dance Studio

  • Inside Scoop: From the Vine Street BBQ fest and Park Ridge’s Trucktoberfest to Rosemont’s Family Fall Fest, Goebbert’s Farm and Sketchbook Brewing’s Oktoberfest, we have your September covered

  • Park Ridge Insider Claudia Pazik on the seven spicy ahi at Shakou, a Saturday bottomless brunch with friends at Pennyville Station, and perusing the home decor at Marigold

  • Park Ridge Insider Mike Boychuck on the steaks and views at Gibsons Italia, the underrated Edison Park Inn, family escapes to Door County and 16-inch softball with the Park Ridge Park District

  • Signature Dishes: Que Onda’s shrimp tacos and frozen margaritas, Zita’s take-and-bake options and Daniel’s Charcuterie’s apple and spicy walnut salad

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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 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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    Park Ridge Insider Aykut Imren on favorite dishes at Pazzi di Pizza, Beacon Tap and Boston Fish Market, shopping at Jerry’s Fruit & Garden, and escaping to Lake Geneva and Evanston Beach

    By Trent Modglin
    May 16, 2022
    Boston Fish Market What you do for a living: We work for Turkish Airlines and a local delivery service. How long you’ve lived here: ...
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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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  • Park Ridge Insider JoAnn Fosco on the fried chicken tacos at Holt’s, catching the game ...

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    September 19, 2023
  • Q&A with Rob Hunter: We sat down with Crust Brewing’s head brewer to discuss his ...

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    September 11, 2023
  • Inside Scoop: From the Vine Street BBQ fest and Park Ridge’s Trucktoberfest to Rosemont’s Family ...

    By Trent Modglin
    September 8, 2023
  • Bring it on: Surviving our first boxing and abs class at Kick House Park Ridge

    By Trent Modglin
    September 7, 2023

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Bring the whole family down to Hodges Park this Sa Bring the whole family down to Hodges Park this Saturday, Sept. 23, to take part in the @parkridgeparks Trucktoberfest. This fun annual event runs from noon-9 p.m. featuring delicious food, tasty beer, kids activities, live music and more. 

Sponsored by three of our favorite companies in town: @theharpandfiddle @mpoweredortho and @wehavegreatbeerpr it’s sure to be a great time.

Food truck lineup:
• Cheezie Mac’s
• Coop’s Chicken
• Rita’s Italian Ice
• Spoon Burger
• Tamales Express 

Contests:
Adult & Child Divisions
• 2:00pm - Stein Holding Contest
• 3:00pm - Strudel Eating Contest
• 4:00pm - Stein Holding Contest

Entertainment: 
• Noon-5:00pm: DJ Entertainment
• 12:30pm: Ceremonial Tapping of the Keg
• 12:35pm-1:00pm: Ascension Dance Team
• 5:00pm-7:00pm: Fitz & The Pretzel Twist
•7:30pm-9:00pm: The Chancers

Children's Activities (Noon - 6:00pm):
Purchase a $5 wristband to enjoy:
• Inflatables
• Games
• Crafts
• Hay Play Area
• Temporary Tattoo Station
From our new fall issue... Park Ridge Insider JoAn From our new fall issue... Park Ridge Insider JoAnn Fosco on the fried chicken tacos at @holtsparkridge … catching the game at @theharpandfiddle … brunching with girlfriends at @patinawinebar … eye-catching accessories at @sooocutepr and looking forward to ballroom lessons at the @fred_astaire_park_ridge Dance Studio

Read the article now at therealparkridge.com

#therealaprkridge #insider #brunch #eatlocal
Come join the @parkridgechamber of Commerce at thi Come join the @parkridgechamber of Commerce at this fun networking/tasting event Oct. 5 at @theharpandfiddle
Swing in to see the friendly and talented team fro Swing in to see the friendly and talented team from @mpoweredortho this Saturday at the @parkridgefarmersmarket or next Saturday at the @parkridgeparks Trunktoberfest in Hodges Park and snag yourself one of their sweet tote bags. Don’t forget to set up a free consultation for the kiddos (or yourself) while you’re at it. 
#therealparkridge #parkridgebraces #giveaway #farmersmarket #orthodontist
It may still feel like summer, but now is the time It may still feel like summer, but now is the time to get your furnace ready for the cold weather ahead. The Clean & Checks performed by @homecomfortservices help avoid the emergency, and give insight into how your system is operating and what you can expect from it. This easily scheduled maintenance allows industry professionals to check and test all the inner workings of your heating and cooling systems so you’re educated when next steps need to happen for your home or family.

Check out more on all the great HVAC work Home Comfort Services, Inc. provides for the NW suburbs and Chicago in our recent Q&A at therealparkridge.com
Q&A with Rob Hunter: We sat down with @crustbrewin Q&A with Rob Hunter: We sat down with @crustbrewing head brewer to discuss his brewing background, a history of Oktoberfest beer, and getting things rolling in Rosemont's @parkwaybankpark 

Read the Q&A now at therealparkridge.com

#therealparkridge #craftbeer #Rosemont #IllinoisBrewing
Looking to soak up as much of this great weather w Looking to soak up as much of this great weather while you still can? Alfresco patio season isn’t done quite yet. Check out some of our favorite local spots to grab lunch, dinner or drinks outdoors

#therealaprkridge #patioseason #alfresco #summer #eatlocal

Read it all at therealparkridge.com
Inside Scoop: From the @vinestbbq competition and Inside Scoop: From the @vinestbbq competition and the @parkridgeparks Trucktoberfest to the @villageofrosemont Family Fall Fest in @parkwaybankpark as well as @goebbertsfarm fun, @sketchbookbrew Oktoberfest and  @parkridgenewcomers kids sale, we have your September covered

Read the Inside Scoop blog now at TheRealParkRidge.com

#therealparkridge #oktoberfest #vinestreetBBQ
#september #fallvibes #festivals
Bring it on: Surviving our first boxing and abs cl Bring it on: Surviving our first boxing and abs class at @kickhouse_parkridge 

"My background experience was slim. In other words, I had no clue how to throw a punch. … But after about 10 minutes, the jitters were out and I started to get the hang of it and enjoy myself."

Read the article now at therealparkridge.com

#fitness #kickboxing #therealparkridge
Park Ridge Insider @claudia.pazik on the @shakouvi Park Ridge Insider @claudia.pazik on the @shakouvibe seven spicy ahi, the @pennyvillestation Saturday bottomless brunch with friends, and perusing the home decor at @marigoldgiftshop 

Read it all now at therealparkridge.com

#therealparkridge #brunch #supportlocal
Just snapped this photo of the new Cuban sandwich Just snapped this photo of the new Cuban sandwich at @cafe.touche in Edison Park, and the mouth has been watering every since. Look for it and more in our upcoming fall issue cover story on exciting new dishes in the area
#therealparkridge #eatlocal #EdisonPark #cubansandwich
Mondays mean kids get a free smoothie with a payin Mondays mean kids get a free smoothie with a paying adult at @cleanjuiceparkridge in the Village Green Shopping Center. Perfect for rewarding the kid after a quality @goldfish_parkridge swim lesson. 
The Youthful One protein smoothie has blueberries, coconut oil, dates, bananas, vanilla, almond milk and a dose of whey protein. 
#therealparkridge #healthyeating #smoothie #cleanjuice
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