Tag: The Real Park Ridge
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Fun, stylish, friendly and committed to giving back: Q&A with Laura Palumbo, owner of the new Gabriel’s Closet children’s consignment store
By Trent Modglin Gabriel’s Closet 428 W. Touhy in Park Ridge 847-720-4902 GabrielsCloset.org Officially opening June 2, 2021 Q: Tell us a bit about what it’s like to follow in your mom’s footsteps with a children’s consignment store. A: It has truly been a surreal experience. Growing up, I always knew my mom ran a ... -
Inside Scoop: Kohl Children’s Museum reopens, Amphora & Co-Op California sales and Bottle & Bottega’s Friday Night Out
Kohl Children’s Museum reopens June 2, debuts Summerburst outdoor event Kohl Children’s Museum will re-open its full exhibit environment to the public beginning June 2. Crowd capacity will initially be limited to 25 percent (with advance reservations required) and face coverings remain mandatory. Regular sanitizing and nightly deep cleaning sessions will be taking place as ... -
Good Eats at Lirica: Navy Pier spices things up with a new Latin American-inspired restaurant with incredible views
By Michael Dritto Location: In the new Sable Hotel, 900 E. Grand Ave. on Navy Pier 872-710-5703 LiricaRestaurant.com Hours: Open daily from 6 a.m.-10 p.m. for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The scene: Located at the very end of Navy Pier, the new Lirica overlooks Lake Michigan with a 150-seat patio that delivers scenic views of ... -
Inside Scoop: Kentucky Derby events, Mother’s Day promo from Beautifully New Med Spa, and Wildwood Nature Center updates
Chicago’s best Kentucky Derby parties, courtesy of Green Curtain events This Saturday (May 1) can’t get here soon enough for Green Curtain Events and fans of the Kentucky Derby. Green Curtain Events has once again partnered with some of the top venues in Chicago to produce several exciting Kentucky Derby watch parties. Whether you’re looking ... -
The pampered life: Surviving my first “gentleman’s facial” at Beautifully New Med Spa — and possibly getting hooked
By Trent Modglin It’s not every day you’re recruited to receive a “gentleman’s facial” from a high-end medical spa. So, of course, I head in with a few questions. “What’s all involved?” I ask because, well, I had no idea. “It’s usually a customized treatment for you, based on what you want and what your ... -
Signature dishes: The flavor-filled Thai crab fried rice and caterpillar maki at Hands on Modern Thai & Sushi Bar
Hands On Modern Thai & Sushi Bar 7117 W. Addison (773-777-1000) 5056 W. Irving Park (773-205-8335) HandsOn.us Interestingly enough, we stumbled upon this bright orange restaurant in the Dunning neighborhood of Chicago (near the Addison and Harlem intersection) while looking for a completely different Asian restaurant. As mistakes go, this was a good one. Hands ... -
Inside Scoop: Marigold’s flower bar, Zaza happy hour, VIP program at Beautifully New, and the Park Ridge Women’s Tennis Association
Customizable silk flower arrangements from Marigold’s flower bar Marigold Gift Shop has been a hit in Uptown since opening last year. Full of bright colors this spring, they have an influx of items perfect for a patio or sun room like welcome signs, floral creations, serving dishes and margarita pitchers. One of the big attractions ... -
Park Ridge Insider Karla Cantu on the martinis at Shakou, chopped salad at Sonny’s Express, and shopping at Edie and Natalie Boutique
Shakou martini What you do for a living: Three years of customer service at Anthony Valentino’s Salon, and I’m also a part-time student. How long you’ve lived here: My family and I moved to Park Ridge in 2011. Crazy to think it’s already been a decade! What you like best about Park Ridge: It’s the ...
