Tag: Patina Wine Bar
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Park Ridge Insider Sherry Watkins on the artistry of Daniel’s Charcuterie, martinis at Zaza Cucina, cozy dinners at Café Touché and the desire to see a show at the Des Plaines Theater
Zaza Cucina martini What you do for a living: I have been a soprano in the chorus at the Lyric Opera of Chicago for almost 26 years. During the pandemic I got my real estate license. I help people sell and buy residential real estate through Baird & Warner, and I’m a Senior Real Estate Specialist ... -
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 ... -
Raising the bar: Highlighting — and devouring — some of the impressive new dishes available from local restaurants
By Trent Modglin Cafe Touche’s Cuban sandwich We got to try this Edison Park staple’s new Cuban sandwich before anyone else back in August — prior to it even hitting the menu — and we couldn’t stop boasting to anyone who would listen. It’s just outstanding on a lot of levels. Classic style Cuban, with a ... -
Park Ridge Insider JoAnn Fosco on the fried chicken tacos at Holt’s, catching the game at Harp & Fiddle, brunch at Patina Wine Bar, and looking forward to ballroom lessons at the Fred Astaire Dance Studio
Holt’s fried chicken and elote tacos What you do for a living: I am the co-owner of Anthony Valentino Salon here (26 Main Street) in Park Ridge. We have been in business for 33 years in all and 27 in Park Ridge. A lot has changed in Park Ridge, especially on Main Street, for the ... -
Park Ridge Insider Mike Boychuck on the steaks and views at Gibsons Italia, the underrated Edison Park Inn, family escapes to Door County and 16-inch softball with the Park Ridge Park District
What you do for a living: I’m self-employed in real estate management in the north side of Chicago. How long you’ve lived here: Born and raised, left for college in Iowa and then spent two years living in Chicago before returning to Park Ridge, where my wife Katie and I raise our three sons. What ... -
Park Ridge Insider Anne Marie Brown on the Taste of Park Ridge, chicken elote tacos from Holt’s, home decor gifts at Marigold, acupuncture at Healing Point Wellness Center and more
Taste of Park Ridge What you do for a living: I am the executive director of the Amina Grace Memorial Fund. We were founded in memory of Amina Grace Cullen Ali, a child with Down syndrome who passed at the age of five back in 2014. Our mission is to create lasting acceptance for people ... -
Inside Scoop: Enjoy plenty of outdoor events this summer with the Park Ridge Park District
By Margaret Holler Marketing & Public Relations Director Park Ridge Park District There are so many special events at the Park Ridge Park District this summer! I love how summer events bring out families and friends and enhances the wonderful, community feel of Park Ridge. The following are some of my favorite events this summer: ... -
Introducing Patina Wine Bar: Co-owners Carissa Schaffer and Tim Arifi share their background in the restaurant industry, plans for their sleek wine bar and what drew them to Park Ridge
Photos by Nikki Allen Creative Patina Wine Bar 112 S. Prospect Ave. in Park Ridge 847-696-7911 PatinaWineBar.com Q: What drew you to Park Ridge for this new venue? A: We have always loved Park Ridge. It’s a beautiful town with a very active Uptown area and a vibrant restaurant scene. We love that the neighbors ...
