Tag: Park Ridge
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Good Eats at Shemroon Kabab House: In just its first year, this contemporary Persian restaurant has earned quite a following with its scrumptious selection of grilled meats, friendly owners and continuing expansion
By Trent Modglin 9 N. Prospect Avenue in Park Ridge(847) 518-5101 ShemroonKababHouse.com History in shortHusband and wife Mehdi and Asrin Hajiaghazadeh make their home right here in Park Ridge with their three children, and a longstanding passion of theirs has always been to bring people together over a well-cooked meal. “I have to say, the restaurant ... -
Park Ridge Insider Dr. Milena Bulic on her MPowered Smiles Orthodontics practice, the welcoming atmosphere and delicious food at Patina Wine Bar and Daniel’s Charcuterie, and ice skating with the family followed by hot tea at TeaLula
What you do for a living: I am the owner of and board-certified orthodontist at MPowered Smiles Orthodontics (137 Vine Ave.) here in Park Ridge. I design and create beautiful smiles for both kids and adults. I am on a mission to empower my patients to be their authentic selves and to smile with confidence. How ... -
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
Café Touché What do you do for a living: I am the owner of Emerald Decorating Company. I put myself through college at Valparaiso painting local homes in the summers and on holiday breaks. We are a locally based, award-winning painting and wallpapering company that has been in business for more than 40 years. Our ... -
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 ... -
Park Ridge Insider Todd Gentile on authentic Italian at Pazzi di Pizza and Zaza Cucina, watching games at Tavern on the Point, fashions at Camp Willow and winter escapes to Cedarburg, Wisconsin
Todd Gentile 18-year Park Ridge resident Allstate Insurance Agent in Park Ridge What you do for a living: I am an insurance agent for Allstate, and my wife Sharon is a dental hygienist. I own two insurance offices, one in Uptown Park Ridge (1 N. Northwest Hwy., 847-384-9050) and another in the West Lakeview neighborhood ... -
Good Eats at The Curragh: Cozy up to the fireplace and enjoy the diverse menu at this inviting Irish pub and restaurant in Edison Park
The Curragh 6705 N. Northwest Highway in Edison Park 773-774-6170 CurraghIrishPub.com The scene: This is classic Irish heritage at its finest. Lots of authentic woodwork, whiskey barrels, old photos, Guinness and Jameson posters on the wall, dark lighting, and a gorgeous question mark-shaped bar combine to make for a casual, inviting vibe that’s perfect for ... -
Park Ridge Insider Liz Freidin on brunch at Café Touché and Pennyville Station, live music at Thalia Hall and The Empty Bottle, finding great gifts at Raffia and escapes to The Shore Club in Wisconsin
Pennyville Station brunch What you do for a living: I work in sales as a Senior Client Partner at Cars.com. In this role, I manage the relationships with auto manufacturers and their ad agencies to help find marketing solutions for their brands. How long you’ve lived here: We moved to Park Ridge from Lincoln Park ... -
Park Ridge Insider Kelly Kendall on dining at Seasons 52 and Easy Street Pizza, unique accessories at Sooo Cute Boutique, and drinks at City Winery on the Chicago Riverwalk
Seasons 52 What you do for a living: I am a kindergarten teacher in a nearby suburb. I have been an educator for 16 years and have taught kindergarten and first grade. I have a bachelor’s degree in business administration and a master’s degree in teaching. How long you’ve lived here: We have lived in ...
