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  • Park Ridge Insider Julie Davis on her family dentistry, the baked lamb from Mykonos Greek restaurant, family dinners at Pasta D’Arte, gifts and spa services at Renata’s Organics and glamping at The Fields of Michigan

  • Park Ridge Insider Mike O’Grady on his Emerald Decorating Company, how Café Touché nails it every time, the ribs at Gale Street Inn and snowmobiling on the Wisconsin-Upper Peninsula border

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

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  • Raffia’s return to Prospect: Plenty of excitement has been generated by this family-run gift shop’s return to its roots on Prospect Ave.

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  • General FeaturesGood Eats
    By Trent Modglin
    October 23, 2023
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    Raising the bar: Highlighting — and devouring — some of the impressive new dishes available from local restaurants

    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 — prior to it even hitting the menu — and we couldn’t stop boasting to anyone who would listen. It’s just outstanding on a lot of levels. Classic style Cuban, with a ...
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    By Trent Modglin
    September 19, 2023
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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

    Holt’s fried chicken and elote tacos What you do for a living: I am the co-owner of Anthony Valentino Salon here (26 Main Street) in Park Ridge. We have been in business for 33 years in all and 27 in Park Ridge. A lot has changed in Park Ridge, especially on Main Street, for the ...
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  • Around Town
    By Trent Modglin
    September 8, 2023
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    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

    Oktoberfest at Goebbert’s Farm Sept. 15-17 Just 30 minutes from Park Ridge, Oktoberfest at Goebbert’s Farm in Pingree Grove is an authentic German celebration. The weekend of September 15-17 will be filled with festivities including live bands, fireworks, games, competitions, plenty of beer and German cuisine. All regular farm activities will still be open for ...
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    By Trent Modglin
    September 1, 2023
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    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

    What you do for a living: I’m a hair stylist and colorist right here in Park Ridge at Salon Twenty Three. I’d love to have you in my chair! Check out my work on Instagram: @HairByClaudiaL How long you’ve lived here: I’m a Park Ridge native, through and through. 27 years to be exact. What you ...
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  • Recommendations
    By Trent Modglin
    August 14, 2023
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    Local recommendations include Beautifully New Med Spa, Pro-Built Fence, Don Juan’s carne asada and Mandy Madsen Color + Design

    Beautifully New Med Spa Thinking about aging is not always a fun thought, so I think it’s important to do a little something for yourself occasionally. Danielle Oyasu at Beautifully New is the most fabulous nurse practitioners I know, and after knowing her for 20 years, I trust her implicitly. I could not be more ...
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    By Trent Modglin
    July 29, 2023
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    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

    What you do for a living: I’m self-employed in real estate management in the north side of Chicago. How long you’ve lived here: Born and raised, left for college in Iowa and then spent two years living in Chicago before returning to Park Ridge, where my wife Katie and I raise our three sons. What ...
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    By Trent Modglin
    May 17, 2023
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    Park Ridge Insider Natalia Kuppers on delicious dishes at Poké Burrito and Adobe Gila’s, shopping at Edie Boutique, hikes at Starved Rock and the Special Olympics club at Maine South

    Poké Burrito What you do for a living: I am a graduating senior at Maine South High School. How long you’ve lived here: My mom and I moved here in first grade, so I have lived here for about 13 years. What you like best about Park Ridge: My favorite thing about Park Ridge is ...
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    By Trent Modglin
    March 14, 2023
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    Park Ridge Insider Holly Santelli on the eco-friendly items at her Ash & Willow Salon, wine dinners at Harp & Fiddle and the hidden gem businesses that call South Park home

    What you do for a living: I am the owner of Ash & Willow Eco Salon in the South Park neighborhood of Park Ridge (with additional locations in Barrington and Long Grove). How long you’ve lived here: I actually live right over the border in the Edison Park neighborhood of Chicago, but I have been ...
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Two great events coming up this week at @tavernpoi Two great events coming up this week at @tavernpointchi in Edison Park — first a Sip & Shop with holiday drinks and 1/2-priced appetizers this Thursday, and then dinner with Santa and all kinds of family activities on Sunday at 3:30 and 5:30.

Adults $30 and children $15 (ages 5-12). Reservations required for Dinner with Santa at 773-867-6300.

#santaiscomingtotown
#therealparkridge #dinnerwithsanta #supportlocal #Christmas #edisonparkchicago
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at t It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the @howardstreetinn in Niles. Quite the festive, sports-loving vibe tonight for the Bears on Monday Night Football.🏈
Out and about seeing Santa, shopping on Prospect a Out and about seeing Santa, shopping on Prospect and listening to some live music and enjoying some appetizers at @theharpandfiddle made for a great Winterfest experience.
We have ourselves a big weekend ahead in Park Ridg We have ourselves a big weekend ahead in Park Ridge. Some highlights include the festive Winterfest from the @parkridgechamber (don't forget to hop on the trolley), the start of the annual charity Christmas tree sale from @prwilderness at the Centennial Fitness Center parking lot, and a complimentary wine tasting at the cozy and charming @patinawinebar 

Hope to see you out and about. In the meantime, Happy Thanksgiving to all!

#therealparkridge #supportlocal #winterfest #HappyThanksgiving
Park Ridge Insider @juliedavisdds on her family-ow Park Ridge Insider @juliedavisdds on her family-owned @parkridgedentist … the baked lamb from @mykonosgreekrestaurant … family dinners at @pastadartetrattoriaitaliana … spa services and gifts at @renatasorganics and serious glamping at @thefieldscamp 

Read the spotlight now at therealparkridge.com
Have you been to @zitasnoveltygifts yet? Look for Have you been to @zitasnoveltygifts yet? Look for a feature article on Michelle and her store full of unique gifts from a variety of vendors in our upcoming winter issue. And in the meantime, swing by Zita’s holiday open house tonight from 6-8 p.m. for plenty of gift ideas and much more.
Enhance your home value with a Black Friday deal o Enhance your home value with a Black Friday deal on a smart thermostat ... just in time for the holidays. 

Call @homecomfortservices before Nov. 30 to take advantage of their Black Friday smart thermostat deal. For a very limited time, Home Comfort will supply and install an EcoBee premium smart thermostat for just $495. That's over $200 in savings!!

Call 847-306-6602 to make an appointment, and read a pair of spotlights on this highly-rated, family-run company at therealparkridge.com
Two great holiday events coming up: Winterfest fro Two great holiday events coming up: Winterfest from the @parkridgechamber and @parkridgeparks on Nov. 24 and Christfiddle Market at @theharpandfiddle Dec. 3. 
To quote our quotable @parkridgemayor … local = good. 

#therealparkridge #holidayshopping #Christmas
Local recommendations include the @ashwillowsalon Local recommendations include the @ashwillowsalon boutique, @theharpandfiddle wine dinners, Katie Boldt Jewelry Design, @carmines_rosemont for special occasions, the new Mughal I median restaurant, @mattsteigerrealestate and @marta_druzbacka__mdventures

Read the feature now at TheRealParkRidge.com

#therealparkridge #supportlocal
Don’t forget to carve out a little time for a go Don’t forget to carve out a little time for a good cause tonight. Swing by @melscraftbbq on Main Street for some friendly faces behind the bar, great drink specials and a tip jar dedicated to supporting Down Syndrome awareness through the local @aminagracefund 

#therealparkridge #givingback #guestbartenders
Changing seasons means changing styles. Swing in t Changing seasons means changing styles. Swing in to @sooocutepr today to see Vania’s always revolving fashions and upgrade your wardrobe and accessory collection 
#therealparkridge #boutiquefashion
Get ready for the holiday season with $80 off Tox Get ready for the holiday season with $80 off Tox wrinkle treatment with the new Tox - Jeuveau from @marta_druzbacka__mdventures 

**Minimum 60-unit purchase 
**Must be used in one visit
**FDA-recommended minimum units per visit: 64
**Must sign up for points 

To schedule an appointment, call or text 224-377-9577 or book online at www.mdventures.us 

MD Ventures Medical Spa 
222 South Prospect Ave., Studio 1, in Park Ridge
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