The Real Park Ridge

Top Menu

  • Home
  • Around Town
  • E-newsletter
  • Contact Us

Main Menu

  • Home
  • Around Town
  • The Local Angle
    • Chicago Scene
    • Kid Zone
    • Park Ridge Insider
    • Recommendations
  • Eat. Drink. Shop
    • Good Eats
    • Signature Dishes
    • Shop Around the Corner
  • General Features
  • Interviews
  • Magazine
Sign in / Join

Login

Welcome! Login in to your account

Want an easier way to log in?

Log in faster without a password.

Email Magic Link

Use Your Passkey

Or

Log in with your password

Log in without a password

Lost your password?

Lost Password

Back to login
  • Home
  • Around Town
  • E-newsletter
  • Contact Us

logo

Header Banner

The Real Park Ridge

  • Home
  • Around Town
  • The Local Angle
    • Chicago Scene
    • Kid Zone
    • Park Ridge Insider
    • Recommendations
  • Eat. Drink. Shop
    • Good Eats
    • Signature Dishes
    • Shop Around the Corner
  • General Features
  • Interviews
  • Magazine
  • Park Ridge Insider Julie Davis on her family dentistry, the baked lamb from Mykonos Greek restaurant, family dinners at Pasta D’Arte, gifts and spa services at Renata’s Organics and glamping at The Fields of Michigan

  • 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

  • Raising the bar: Highlighting — and devouring — some of the impressive new dishes available from local restaurants

  • Inside Scoop: Unplug and play with the Park Ridge Park District’s many activities and venues this fall

  • Raffia’s return to Prospect: Plenty of excitement has been generated by this family-run gift shop’s return to its roots on Prospect Ave.

Tag: Sweet and Tart

Home›Posts Tagged "Sweet and Tart"
  • General Features
    By Trent Modglin
    July 15, 2022
    2076
    0

    Fun in the sun: It’s patio season, so we “researched” nearly 30 of the best local spots to eat and drink outdoors this summer

    Howard Street Inn 6700 W. Howard in Niles. HowardStreetInn.com This local favorite sits on the edge of the beautiful Tam O’Shanter Golf Course in Niles and offers a popular wrap-around patio that is perfect for happy hour, watching baseball, a post-golf bucket of beers or dinner with the family at sunset. The Howard Street Inn ...
    Read More
  • General Features
    By Trent Modglin
    April 11, 2022
    862
    0

    Let’s get it started: A tantalizing look at some of the Park Ridge area’s favorite appetizers

    By Trent Modglin Tavern on the Point’s calamari When Tavern on the Point first opened, in the midst of the original Covid outbreak, our good friends beat us in for dinner… and then couldn’t stop talking about the calamari. It was that good, that unique, and that addictive. Since then, it’s been an automatic opener ...
    Read More
  • Signature Dishes
    By Trent Modglin
    March 21, 2022
    837
    0

    Signature Dishes: The backyard gardener nachos at Off the Wall Café, Thai chicken wrap at S&T and vampire tacos at Yard House

    The Backyard Gardener nachos at Off the Wall Café You may have had some of Off the Wall’s great coffee or tea concoctions, perhaps one of their creative cocktails, or maybe even their avocado toast, muffins or sandwiches, but have you ever had their nachos? Not to overstate things, but we can honestly remember the ...
    Read More
  • Park Ridge Insider
    By Trent Modglin
    January 24, 2022
    989
    0

    Park Ridge Insider Heather O’Grady on Nonno Pino’s gnocchi, haircuts at Anthony Valentino’s, and weekends in Milwaukee’s historic Third Ward

    Milwaukee Third Ward photo courtesy of VisitMilwaukee.org What you do for a living: I manage Edie Boutique and Marigold in Uptown Park Ridge. How long you’ve lived here: Basically all my life. Around 43 years. What you like best about Park Ridge: The community and the small-town feel, even though we are growing. Best meal ...
    Read More
  • General Features
    By Trent Modglin
    January 9, 2022
    1215
    0

    Comfort food cravings: We searched local restaurants for some of the best meals perfect for those cold, wintery evenings

    Chicken fried chicken at Tavern on the Point 6724 N. Northwest Highway in Edison Park TavernOnThePoint.com This modern, industrial and stylish sports bar is, when you recognize the high-end options on the menu, really more of a “sports restaurant” that specializes in elevated American comfort food. The kitchen is just that good. There are several ...
    Read More
  • General Features
    By Trent Modglin
    November 9, 2021
    883
    0

    In need of the perfect holiday dessert? Look no further than Sweet & Tart’s tasty assortment of homemade pies

    By Trent Modglin It didn’t take Sweet & Tart long to develop a reputation for their delectable baked goods, not to mention a diverse menu, creative cocktails and fun environment. But it’s the holiday season, and their popular homemade pies take precedence right now. Last year, amidst the COVID craze, they sold 328 pies for ...
    Read More
  • Recommendations
    By Trent Modglin
    October 11, 2021
    1357
    0

    Local recommendations include Daniel’s Charcuterie, Vertical Chimney, Polite Pup Dog Training, Chic Couture, Park Ridge Pick Ups and more

    Daniel’s Charcuterie Active locals share some of their favorite businesses in the area Shout out to Daniel’s Charcuterie. Such a great addition to uptown Park Ridge! We’ve gotten their charcuterie platters and sandwiches before, and both have been amazing. I had charcuterie and wine with my sister in their outdoor eating area, and it was ...
    Read More
  • Park Ridge Insider
    By Trent Modglin
    March 17, 2021
    2044
    0

    Park Ridge Insider Christina Niklas on dining at Nonna Silvia’s and Carmine’s, martinis at Shakou and brewery tours along Chicago’s blue line

    Eris Brewery What you do for a living: I’m a registered dietitian and a certified diabetes care and education specialist. How long you’ve lived here: We bought our house almost 16 years ago. What you like best about Park Ridge: The proximity to everything, the schools, the growth in businesses in Uptown, being close to the ...
    Read More
1 2
logo

The Real Chicago — an eye-catching, family friendly entertainment magazine for active locals and tourists — originally launched in 2006. It now has a sister publication: The Real Park Ridge. Proud to be servicing our new home in Park Ridge, as well as the surrounding areas of Rosemont, Niles, Des Plaines, Mt. Prospect and NW Chicago.

The Real Park Ridge is printed and distributed seasonally four times per year (December, March, June and September) to thousands of Park Ridge homes, as well as more than 150 area restaurants, bars, boutiques, coffee shops, salons, spas, offices and hotels. Make sure to sign up for our e-mail newsletter and download our new digital app for the latest events, deals and feature articles.

About us

info@therealparkridge.com

therealparkridge

Two great events coming up this week at @tavernpoi Two great events coming up this week at @tavernpointchi in Edison Park — first a Sip & Shop with holiday drinks and 1/2-priced appetizers this Thursday, and then dinner with Santa and all kinds of family activities on Sunday at 3:30 and 5:30.

Adults $30 and children $15 (ages 5-12). Reservations required for Dinner with Santa at 773-867-6300.

#santaiscomingtotown
#therealparkridge #dinnerwithsanta #supportlocal #Christmas #edisonparkchicago
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at t It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the @howardstreetinn in Niles. Quite the festive, sports-loving vibe tonight for the Bears on Monday Night Football.🏈
Out and about seeing Santa, shopping on Prospect a Out and about seeing Santa, shopping on Prospect and listening to some live music and enjoying some appetizers at @theharpandfiddle made for a great Winterfest experience.
We have ourselves a big weekend ahead in Park Ridg We have ourselves a big weekend ahead in Park Ridge. Some highlights include the festive Winterfest from the @parkridgechamber (don't forget to hop on the trolley), the start of the annual charity Christmas tree sale from @prwilderness at the Centennial Fitness Center parking lot, and a complimentary wine tasting at the cozy and charming @patinawinebar 

Hope to see you out and about. In the meantime, Happy Thanksgiving to all!

#therealparkridge #supportlocal #winterfest #HappyThanksgiving
Park Ridge Insider @juliedavisdds on her family-ow Park Ridge Insider @juliedavisdds on her family-owned @parkridgedentist … the baked lamb from @mykonosgreekrestaurant … family dinners at @pastadartetrattoriaitaliana … spa services and gifts at @renatasorganics and serious glamping at @thefieldscamp 

Read the spotlight now at therealparkridge.com
Have you been to @zitasnoveltygifts yet? Look for Have you been to @zitasnoveltygifts yet? Look for a feature article on Michelle and her store full of unique gifts from a variety of vendors in our upcoming winter issue. And in the meantime, swing by Zita’s holiday open house tonight from 6-8 p.m. for plenty of gift ideas and much more.
Enhance your home value with a Black Friday deal o Enhance your home value with a Black Friday deal on a smart thermostat ... just in time for the holidays. 

Call @homecomfortservices before Nov. 30 to take advantage of their Black Friday smart thermostat deal. For a very limited time, Home Comfort will supply and install an EcoBee premium smart thermostat for just $495. That's over $200 in savings!!

Call 847-306-6602 to make an appointment, and read a pair of spotlights on this highly-rated, family-run company at therealparkridge.com
Two great holiday events coming up: Winterfest fro Two great holiday events coming up: Winterfest from the @parkridgechamber and @parkridgeparks on Nov. 24 and Christfiddle Market at @theharpandfiddle Dec. 3. 
To quote our quotable @parkridgemayor … local = good. 

#therealparkridge #holidayshopping #Christmas
Local recommendations include the @ashwillowsalon Local recommendations include the @ashwillowsalon boutique, @theharpandfiddle wine dinners, Katie Boldt Jewelry Design, @carmines_rosemont for special occasions, the new Mughal I median restaurant, @mattsteigerrealestate and @marta_druzbacka__mdventures

Read the feature now at TheRealParkRidge.com

#therealparkridge #supportlocal
Don’t forget to carve out a little time for a go Don’t forget to carve out a little time for a good cause tonight. Swing by @melscraftbbq on Main Street for some friendly faces behind the bar, great drink specials and a tip jar dedicated to supporting Down Syndrome awareness through the local @aminagracefund 

#therealparkridge #givingback #guestbartenders
Changing seasons means changing styles. Swing in t Changing seasons means changing styles. Swing in to @sooocutepr today to see Vania’s always revolving fashions and upgrade your wardrobe and accessory collection 
#therealparkridge #boutiquefashion
Get ready for the holiday season with $80 off Tox Get ready for the holiday season with $80 off Tox wrinkle treatment with the new Tox - Jeuveau from @marta_druzbacka__mdventures 

**Minimum 60-unit purchase 
**Must be used in one visit
**FDA-recommended minimum units per visit: 64
**Must sign up for points 

To schedule an appointment, call or text 224-377-9577 or book online at www.mdventures.us 

MD Ventures Medical Spa 
222 South Prospect Ave., Studio 1, in Park Ridge
Load More... Follow on Instagram

© Copyright The Real Park Ridge. All rights reserved.
Cleantalk Pixel