Tag: Nikki Allen Creative
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Good Eats at Mel’s Craft BBQ: Brisket, bourbon and believing. This labor of love has become the area’s hot new restaurant
By Trent Modglin Photos by Nikki Allen Creative 24 Main Street in Park Ridge 224-985-3461 MelsCraftBBQ.com Background: Some 20 years ago, Mel Thillens started barbecuing for family parties and a big Memorial Day bash. With those parties — and his BBQ creations — came increased expectations, and he soon began to hone his craft. “When ... -
Inside Scoop: Park Ridge Wine Walk May 1, headshots, cocktails and networking event May 10, Edie Boutique spring fashion show May 12, and Mother’s Day brunches
Park Ridge Spring Wine Walk 2022 Date: Sunday, May 1 Time: 1-5 p.m. Website: ParkRidgeChamber.org Shop, sip and stroll during the annual Spring Wine Walk from the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce. Guests will receive a special wine glass to be used at each pouring location, a wristband, goodie bag, and a chance to win ... -
Inside Scoop: Meet up on Main event Sept. 29, Tavern on the Point’s grand re-opening Sept. 30-Oct. 3, Harp & Fiddle’s Lost Chapters wine dinner Sept. 30, Park Ridge Wine Walk Oct. 3
Tavern on the Point hosts its grand re-opening weekend Sept. 30-Oct. 3 Tavern on the Point, which opened in 2020 in the height of the COVID pandemic, is formally celebrating their first anniversary through Oct 3. This weekend-long event will be packed with special guests and performances in honor of a successful year of serving ... -
Good Eats at Zia’s Trattoria: Authentic Italian dishes, charming ambiance and a giant heated tent in Edison Park
Zia’s Trattoria 6699 N. Northwest Highway in Edison Park 773-775-0808 ZiasChicago.com The scene: This classic Italian restaurant has been a staple of the Edison Park dining scene for more than two decades. Exposed brick walls, rustic wood floors and accents, low lighting and an open kitchen in back all add to the undeniable charm and ...
