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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
Harp & Fiddle What you do for a living: I am an insurance agent. My brother, Ed Coyne, and I own E.J. Coyne & Company Insurance, which has been located in Park Ridge for over 40 years. How long you’ve lived here: Since 1990. My wife and I were married in 1989, and Park Ridge was the perfect ... -
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
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 Park in beautiful Uptown Park Ridge. Between the two of us, we are licensed in both Illinois and Wisconsin, which has been helpful to our clients who want to explore more ... -
Park Ridge Insider Katie Podgorny on a fondness for Nonna Silvia’s, Sandlot burgers between Warriors baseball games, and anticipating the Park Ridge Farmers Market
Nonna Silvia’s salmon What you do for a living: I am a physician and the owner of the new Uptown Med Spa right here at 36 Main Street in Park Ridge. How long you’ve lived here: My family and I moved here from the city in 2010, and we literally live in the best one-block ... -
Park Ridge Insider Liz O’Malley on Poke Burrito bowls, biking into Chicago, accessories at Sooo Cute Boutique and family weekends back in Madison
What you do for a living: I’ve been a high school teacher for 17 years, and I recently launched a monthly wine club in Park Ridge, The List Wine Club, with my sister-in-law, who is a certified sommelier. We’re excited to celebrate our first anniversary this spring! How long you’ve lived here: 17 years…15 in ... -
Park Ridge Insider Brittany Simonelli on shopping at Raffia, the muffaletta sandwich at Daniel’s Charcuterie and escaping to Union Pier, Michigan
Raffia photo by Nikki Allen Creative What you do for a living: I used to be an executive/personal assistant to the CEO of a private equity firm and then to a high-net worth family. I’ve been a stay-at-home mom to our two wonderful girls (Elle, 6 and Bree, 3) since then, and work part time at ... -
Football frenzy: Highlighting some great local establishments to catch the game this fall
The Beacon Tap patio It’s that glorious time of year again. The beginning of fall signals the start of another football season (as well as the playoffs in Major League Baseball). Looking for some wings, a few pints and the perfect place to cheer on your team with a few friends? We’ve got you covered ... -
Park Ridge Insider Matt Steiger on steaks at Gibsons, catching the game at Harp & Fiddle, pickup hockey at South Park, and Wilderness Scouts campouts
Gibsons What you do for a living: I’m a realtor with @properties out of the Park Ridge office on Touhy. How long you’ve lived here: 39 years. I grew up in Park Ridge, went away to college (NIU), then moved back to Park Ridge with my wife Megan after living in Wrigleyville. What you like ... -
Park Ridge Inside Lisa Zago on the friendly Original Pancake House, shopping at Camp Willow and margaritas at Hay Caramba
The Original Pancake House What you do for a living: Professionally, I do two things. One is my beloved and unique dinosaur hunting and educational program (www.dinosauria.biz). Second, I work the door at the trendy Gibsons Italia in Chicago. I like diversity in my life. Both of my passions have been rewarding and challenging. I work ...
