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  • Park Ridge Insider Jennifer Torbick

  • Summer faves: We asked two local boutiques for a pair of their top-selling seasonal items

  • Inside Scoop: Market After Dark returns July 25, Aug. 22; Dad’s Dash 5K June 20; Taste of Park Ridge July 9-11; Rosemont free Thursday concerts and fireworks; Concerts in the Park and more

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  • Park Ridge Insider
    By Trent Modglin
    January 24, 2026
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    Park Ridge Insider Sue Tunzi

    Pazzi di Pizza  What you do for a living: I am a full-service real estate broker with @properties/Christie’s International Real Estate in Park Ridge and have been helping clients buy, sell and lease homes in Park Ridge and throughout the entire Chicagoland area for more than 11 years. I guide clients through every step of ...
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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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  • Good Eats
    By Trent Modglin
    February 14, 2025
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    Playing favorites: From the Mully’s Grill burger to Patina Wine Bar’s filet and Café Touché’s ravioli to Jeong’s eight-course tasting menu, we asked our readers for the best meal they’ve had recently. And now we’re hungry

    The new Mully’s Grill in town on Main Street makes a great burger. I thought it was fantastic. The bartender was nice and they checked on us a lot. Very attentive for having just opened. Can’t wait to go back and try something else, but the burger will be a go-to. — Holly Santelli Don ...
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  • General Features
    By Trent Modglin
    November 19, 2024
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    Food frenzy: We ordered some of the area’s exciting new dishes and classic menu staples — just to make your stomach growl

    Photo: Café Touché By Trent Modglin Brennan’s New Orleans eggs at Café Touché This French bistro is one of the best spots for brunch anywhere around. Bar none. And one of our favorite mainstay dishes on the weekend menu is Brennan’s New Orleans eggs. Why? Well, let us count the ways. In short, it’s poached ...
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    By Trent Modglin
    October 22, 2024
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    Park Ridge Insider Erica Juris on the chicken French dip at Crosby’s Kitchen, flatbreads at Patina Wine Bar, soothing selections at TeaLula and fall escapes to Madison and County Line Orchard

    Chicken French dip at Crosby’s Kitchen in Niles What you do for a living: I am the owner of Serenity Family Chiropractic in neighboring Norwood Park (6321 N. Avondale, Suite A108) in Chicago. I treat people from birth and beyond using a combination of chiropractic, physical rehabilitation, clinical nutrition and acupuncture. How long you’ve lived ...
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  • General Features
    By Trent Modglin
    July 7, 2024
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    Light bites for patio season: We researched several local dishes that are ideal for outdoor dining this summer

    Howard Street Inn 6700 W. Howard Street in Niles
 HowardStreetInn.com To say the team at this lively sports-themed bar and restaurant has the experience to handle a busy summer crowd would be an understatement. Ken Hoffman, owner for 22 years, and partner Jeremy Naselli run this finely-tuned operation with managers Beckie Ebert and Kailey Kierys, ...
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"If this isn't the most relaxing spot in Park Ridg "If this isn't the most relaxing spot in Park Ridge, I don't know what is." — The wife, awaiting her 5-star massage and express facial at @renatasorganics on Devon Ave.
Because sometimes, it's just a deep dish kinda nig Because sometimes, it's just a deep dish kinda night at @easystreetpizza on Devon. Don't forget to check out their new summer menu specials like the Italian chopped salad, chicken caprese panini and BBQ ribs.
It's shaping up to be a beautiful weekend... and i It's shaping up to be a beautiful weekend... and if you're in the mood for a local craft brewery, check out the patio at @sketchbookbrew in Skoke, where we recently enjoyed their 2026 version of Freedomish called Respect Existence or Expect Resistance (fruited wheat ale with dragon fruit and Andean blackberries, blueberries and raspberries) and a stellar new double NEIPA called Phantasm of the Hopera.
USA soccer in the World Cup and half-price margari USA soccer in the World Cup and half-price margarita pitchers at @donjuanscantina sounds like a good combination tonight, doesn't it? Oh and don't forget a burrito suizo or shrimp fajitas.
Summer issue Q&A: Advice from Alexis Novelli at @u Summer issue Q&A: Advice from Alexis Novelli at @uptownmedspaparkridge on the best sun protection and skincare treatments for summer

“For long-term skin health, pair your SPF with preventive serums that support tone and texture, like antioxidants in the morning and retinoids at night. It’s really a combo of protection + repair that keeps skin healthy and even over time.”

Read the Q&A now at TheRealParkRidge.com
Some big things are happening with the beautiful r Some big things are happening with the beautiful renovations at @social18restaurant and @mullysgrillrestaurant … and there’s plenty more changes to come up front. Keep an eye out for an upcoming Q&A in The Real Park Ridge about new menu items, long-term plans, the addition of live music and more.
Park Ridge Insider Jennifer Torbick on the excitem Park Ridge Insider Jennifer Torbick on the excitement of opening @parkridgecoin in South Park, kicking back on the @tavernpointchi rooftop, the ravioli at @nonnasilvias and looking forward to the Park Ridge Market after Dark and @edisonparkchicago fest this summer

Read the spotlight from our recent issue at TheRealParkRidge.com
Beacon Tap hosting Michelob Ultra Soccer Shootout Beacon Tap hosting Michelob Ultra Soccer Shootout tonight

Head to the @the_beacon_tap this Friday for a local Michelob ULTRA Soccer Shootout and compete for prizes plus a chance to score FIFA World Cup 26 tickets.
1374 Lee Street in Des Plaines
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Deal of the day: @tavernpointchi in Edison Park Deal of the day: 

@tavernpointchi in Edison Park is hosting a bit watch party for the USA vs. Australia World Cup soccer match today at 2 p.m. Get 50% off flatbreads, nachos and all dips, plus $20 domestic buckets. Reserve your table here. 6724 N. Northwest Hwy. TavernOnThePoint.com
Treat Dad for to a customized Father’s Day treatme Treat Dad for to a customized Father’s Day treatment at @renatasorganics and receive a $20 spa voucher for yourself
Foodie frenzy pic of the week Location: The stell Foodie frenzy pic of the week

Location: The stellar @neta_sushi on Prospect Ave. in Park Ridge

Time: Wednesday evening, before a movie at @thepickwicktheatre 

Dish: Philly roll with smoked salmon, cream cheese and avocado, along with a Crabby Crunch roll with snow crab and avocado deep fried in panko batter and topped with unagi sauce and spicy mayo
Summer faves: We asked two local boutiques — @shop Summer faves: We asked two local boutiques — @shop2sisters and @raffiagifts — for a pair of their top-selling seasonal items

Read the feature from our new summer issue now at therealparkridge.com
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