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  • Inside Scoop: Fall events galore like Sketchbook Brewing’s Oktoberfest, Rosetoberfest, Pumpkin Palooza, Chicago Gourmet, Ace Hardware’s Harvest Fest, Spirits of Park Ridge, Trunk or Treat and more

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  • Three cocktails on a patio table: a lime-garnished orange drink in a short glass, a dark espresso martini in a coupe, and an orange spritz in a tall glass with a lime wedge and straw.
    Good Eats
    By Trent Modglin
    July 7, 2026
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    Light bites perfect for patio season

    We went in search of some lighter dishes that would be ideal for lunch or dinner on the patio this summer By Trent Modglin Lake Superior whitefish at Zia’s Social Keeping it light: The chicken parm, 8-finger cavatelli or carbonara in a jar usually prove too difficult to ignore here, but when we’re looking for ...
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  • Good Eats
    By Trent Modglin
    April 2, 2026
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    Hunger games
: We’ll let you in on some of the best local dishes we tried this winter

    By Trent Modglin Beacon burger at The Beacon Tap This lively sports bar in Des Plaines has some of the best daily specials you’ll find in the area, not to mention an alluring patio for summertime. Thursdays happen to be $12 burger night, but trust us, the Beacon burger should be on your radar no ...
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  • Good Eats
    By Trent Modglin
    January 1, 2026
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    Winter warmers: Perfect cold-weather dishes to indulge in this winter

    Harp & Fiddle’s French onion soup By Trent Modglin French onion soup at Harp and Fiddle There are lots of worthy options to warm you up at Harp & Fiddle, but we find it tough to pass up a bowl of their Guinness French onion soup on one of those cold, blustery days. This is ...
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  • Good Eats
    By Trent Modglin
    October 22, 2025
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    Steak — it’s what’s for dinner: We set out to enjoy some of the more intriguing — and delicious — steak dishes around

    Chef’s Cut steak boards at Fire + Wine An elevated steakhouse experience awaits at the beautiful new Fire + Wine in Uptown. Their Chef’s Cut steak boards are available Friday and Saturday nights and focused on exceptional cuts, bold flavors and refined pairings. A sample steak board includes a choice between: *Flavorful, hand-cut 14-ounce prime ...
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  • Good Eats
    By Trent Modglin
    August 1, 2025
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    Patio bites and signature dishes: Come with us on a local dining exploration

    Café Touché By Trent Modglin Brennan’s New Orleans eggs at Café Touché This longtime Edison Park staple, which my foodie brother in law “would put up against any French restaurant in New York,” has a ton of options and is quite popular for weekend brunch (not to mention wedding and baby showers and birthday parties). ...
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  • Good Eats
    By Trent Modglin
    April 16, 2025
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    Let’s get it started: Sampling the area’s tastiest, most unique appetizers

    From Don Juan’s fried oysters and Beacon Tap’s trash can nachos to Howard Street Inn’s stuffed crabs and Daniel’s Charcuterie’s hummus crudite, we scoped out some of the tastiest, most unique appetizers in and around Park Ridge to get your meal headed in the right direction By Trent Modglin Fried oysters at Don Juan’s Cantina ...
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  • Recommendations
    By Trent Modglin
    March 14, 2025
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    Local recommendations include Renata’s Organic Skincare, Family Tree Chiropractic, the Howard Street Inn, Playtime Pup Ranch, Tech City, Lisa Kay Photography, Atlas Auto and more

    Renata’s Organic Skincare is truly outstanding. The ambiance creates a relaxing, rejuvenating atmosphere from the moment you step inside. The customer service is consistently impeccable, with a team that genuinely cares about delivering an exceptional experience. The quality of services is top-notch, making it the ultimate go-to for organic skincare in the area. Highly recommended ...
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    By Trent Modglin
    December 15, 2024
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    Inside Scoop: Lincoln Park ZooLights, ice skating in Rosemont, holiday activities with the Park Ridge Park District, Illumination at the Morton Arboretum, Lightscape at the Chicago Botanic Garden and deals around town

    ZooLights celebrates 30 years at the Lincoln Park Zoo Head to Chicago’s Lincoln Park Zoo for one of the city’s favorite holiday traditions, which is back for its 30th year with new artistic, interactive displays and programming through Jan. 5. ZooLights features more than three million lights, including hundreds of luminous LED displays and festive ...
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The Local Recommendations section from our recent The Local Recommendations section from our recent issue include @thalaivasindiankitchen @jumpguypartyrentals @windycityappliancerepair @pazziwoodfire @raffiagifts @thelivenroom_eventvenue in Niles, @puttshack in Skokie, US Cleaners and more 

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From our big new fall issue... From the bone-in s From our big new fall issue...

From the bone-in short rib at @tavernpointchi and jambalaya at @theharpandfiddle to the Spanakopita Benedict at @eliacafe_ and carne asada at @donjuanscantina and more, we asked local chefs and restaurant owners for their favorite dishes that are perfect for fall 

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It's all happening this Saturday, Sept. 19 in Hodg It's all happening this Saturday, Sept. 19 in Hodges Park at the annual Trucktoberfest from the @parkridgeparks — kids activities, music, games, food, drink and more.
The monthly wine dinner at @theharpandfiddle takes The monthly wine dinner at @theharpandfiddle takes on a French flair on Wednesday, Sept. 30, with proceeds benefiting the @parkridgechamber 
The fun kicks off at 7 p.m. Call (847) 720-4466 to reserve your space today. 

Honestly, we were sold just reading that pork tenderloin cordon bleu description...
This is one busy fall season in the area, and The This is one busy fall season in the area, and The Real Park Ridge magazine will get you all organized on upcoming events. Check out the Inside Scoop section from the new fall issue, with details on great events like the @parkridgeparks Trucktoberfest Sept. 19, @sketchbookbrew Oktoberfest Sept. 18-20, the @chicago_gourmet Sept. 23-27, Rosetoberfest in Rosemont’s @parkwaybankpark Sept. 26, the first annual @parkridgechamber Pumpkin Palooza Oct. 3, @olsonsaceparkridge Harvest Fest Oct. 10, @theharpandfiddle Cook-Off Oct. 11 and much, much more. 

Read it all now at TheRealParkRidge.com in the Inside Scoop section
Ohhh, lookie here. This fall issue is our biggest Ohhh, lookie here. This fall issue is our biggest yet (did you know we’ve expand the distribution of every issue for 6+ years?), and loaded with features on @thalaivasindiankitchen … chef’s choice dishes at restaurants like @fireandwinege @donjuanscantina @cafe.touche and @theharpandfiddle … info on tons of fall events like Trucktoberfest from the @parkridgeparks and the new Pumpkin Palooza from the @parkridgechamber … shopping at the new @animahausco boutique in South Park, Q&As with Dimitris from @dimarkocoffee and Justin Schuring from Centennial Fitness Center, exploring hormone optimization with @uptownmedspaparkridge … spotlights on five new businesses in town, jazzy date night ideas in Chicago, and much, much more. Happy reading... and keep an eye out for some fun new announcements coming soon.
Foodie spotlight dish of the week: Steak frites at Foodie spotlight dish of the week: Steak frites at @cafe.touche in Edison Park (you’ll find this dish featured in our big fall issue)

Touché’s version of this Parisian staple is a thick 12-ounce NY strip or eight-ounce filet, cooked to your liking with a bordelaise (wine-and-marrow-based brown sauce) or au poivre (bold, creamy peppercorn pan sauce), all with a pad of butter melting over the top as it arrives at your table. Worth mentioning, too, that Wednesdays are half-price bottles of wine at Touche, and martinis are $8 on Thursdays.
First Look Review: Adolescent Salvation at @theate First Look Review: Adolescent Salvation at @theaterwit 

Sharp, surprising, captivating and disturbing, this sleepover gone wrong captures the messy contradictions of teenage lifestyle 

Read the review from our new fall issue here. TheRealParkRidge.com
Save the date: On Saturday, Oct. 3, the @parkridge Save the date: On Saturday, Oct. 3, the @parkridgechamber presents the first ever Pumpkin Palooza in Park Ridge. Located in the Park Ridge Farmers Market / @mad60068 lot behind Main Street and featuring live entertainment, local restaurants, beverages, kids activities and more, it'll be a fun way to celebrate the fall season in town. Keep an eye out for more details coming soon.
Night on the town: Late summer/early fall date nig Night on the town: Late summer/early fall date night ideas abound along the Chicago River and Millennium Park 

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Local charity spotlight: @have.dreams is celebrati Local charity spotlight: @have.dreams is celebrating 30 years of offering a variety of programs and services to help those with autism reach their full potential

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Big sale happening this weekend at @shop2sisters Big sale happening this weekend at @shop2sisters
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