Tag: The Real Park Ridge
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Park Ridge Insider Zach Haycraft on Nonna Silvia’s specials, getting a round in at Mt. Prospect Golf Club, steaks at Devon Avenue Meats and escapes to Sister Bay in Door County
What you do for a living: It’s a corporate America gig. Specifically, I work in reinsurance for CNA (a commercial property and casualty carrier in Chicago). I have been there awhile now. My wife likes to joke that I started my career at CNA in the previous millennium. How long you’ve lived here: I moved ... -
Local recommendations include A Windy City Garages and Doors, Beautifully New Med Spa, Café Touché, Anthony Valentino Salon, Gene & Georgetti, Bead World and more
A Windy City Garages and Doors are the best contractors ever! The project: tear down of an existing two-car garage and replace it with a new slab and a larger, nicer two-car garage with connecting art studio. Vince and Joe were amazing to work with. The garage/studio was on time, high quality to the last ... -
Park Ridge Insider Jamie Kendall on delicious eats at Shemroon Kabab House and Bangkok Belly, local shopping favorites like My Sister’s Closet, a night out with friends at The Ashburn, and exploring Chicago’s Lincoln Square
Shemroon Kabab House in Park Ridge Park Ridge Insider Jamie Kendall What you do for a living: I am the Development Coordinator at Brickton Montessori School. We have been a part of the northwest side/Park Ridge community since 1986. Brickton Montessori is a fully accredited independent school serving students Pre-K through 8th grade and offering ... -
Accessories galore: The versatile Raffia Gifts in Uptown Park Ridge has a genuine appreciation for handbags and jewelry
Raffia Gifts 13 S. Prospect Avenue in Park Ridge RaffiaGifts.com New location: A longtime staple in town for finding that perfect something — either for a loved one or yourself — Raffia has settled in quite nicely to its new location next to the Pickwick Theater. The window displays and bright, welcoming interior are a draw, ... -
Inside Scoop: Pool passes, birthday party packages and more — plan ahead to make a big splash this summer with the Park Ridge Park District
By Margaret Holler Marketing and Public Relations Director Park Ridge Park District The warmer weather of spring tends to bring everyone’s thoughts to starting to plan for summer. Summer in Park Ridge, like many areas, is synonymous with the outdoors and with water fun. And there is no better way to spend the hot summer ... -
Sweet tooth satisfaction: We went on the hunt for some of the most popular desserts in the area, and loved every minute of it
By Trent Modglin Tavern on the Point’s chocolate chip bread pudding and creme brûlée 6724 N. Northwest Highway in Edison Park TavernOnThePoint.com The difference in this Edison Park favorite’s version of bread pudding, according to sous chef Teresa Castillo, is that the brioche bun is soft and airy — thanks to a base of heavy ... -
Real estate Q&A: Matt Steiger from @properties offers his assessment on the state of the current market and tips and trends for when it comes time to buy or sell
Real estate spotlight with Matt Steiger of @properties 224-392-6421 MattSteiger@atproperties.com Current state of the industry Park Ridge has always had a very strong housing market. With the historically low inventory right now, 2024 is shaping up to be another highly competitive year. We are seeing short market times and multiple offers on many of the homes ... -
New on the scene: Luvvli wellness studio opens above the Pickwick, brunches and catering at Shemroon Kabab House and Patina Wine Bar, workouts at BFT, Une Année’s chimichurri steak sandwich and much more
By Trent Modglin Luvvli wellness studio opens above the Pickwick Theater The inspiration for Luvvli was nothing out of the blue for owner (and Park Ridge resident) Jenny Sepulveda, whose been practicing many of the same wellness modalities for more than 20 years and who, as a Reiki Master, is certified to teach yoga, meditation ...
