Tag: The Real Park Ridge
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Park Ridge Insider: Jamie Lee on Cooper’s Hawk Winery, sandwiches at Tony’s Deli and fun with the kids at the Wildwood Nature Center
How long you’ve lived here: I have now lived here a total of 13 years — two years in high school and 11 years after college. My grandfather bought his house on Norman in the 1950s, so my mom grew up here, and although I grew up in Colorado, I spent many summers visiting the senior ... -
Good Eats at The Harp & Fiddle: Chef-driven menu, great drink selection and family-friendly vibe in Uptown
By Trent Modglin 110 Main Street in Park Ridge 847-720-4466 TheHarpandFiddle.com The scene: Ownership likes to say they have themselves a “modern pub with an Irish flair,” and that’s a pretty accurate assessment. It’s a relaxed, family friendly restaurant that plays host to a wide range of clientele. Live music — ranging from acoustic guitarists ... -
Get your coffee fix: Cozy spots to catch up on work or meet a friend for coffee, tea or a treat
By Veronica Espinoza Off the Wall Café Location: 104 Main Street in Park Ridge WeHaveGreatCoffee.com The basics: A new venture from the owners of the popular Beer on the Wall craft beer store and taproom next door, Off the Wall delivers a sizeable space for get-togethers, meetings or doing work. It’s a family friendly area ... -
Local recommendations include Countryside Saloon, Devon Avenue Meats, Pickwick’s Classic Film Series & more
We asked active locals to share some of their favorite things in the area Countryside Saloon in Des Plaines, which used to be a bit of a dive bar, has really improved with a new addition, great pizza, outdoor patio and even valet parking. With a ton of flat screens and food and drink specials, ... -
Around Town: The inside scoop on Rosemont’s St. Pat’s bar crawl, Oakton Ice Show, Maine South’s Color Run & more
Parkway Bank Park’s St. Patrick’s Bar Crawl March 13 On Friday, March 13 from 6-10 p.m., head to Rosemont’s entertainment district to partake in the annual pub crawl to celebrate St. Pat’s. Featured bars: Adobe Gilas, Bub City, Five Roses, Hofbrauhaus Chicago, Kings Dining & Entertainment, Park Tavern and Sugar Factory. Tickets ($10 via Eventbrite.com ... -
Family escape to St. Louis: A quartet of fantastic museums for the kids, plenty of craft beer for you
By Trent Modglin If you were asked to name a few cities great for kids, St. Louis, the Gateway to the West, may not exactly roll off the tongue. But as we recently discovered during a long weekend getaway via the Amtrak, even the frigid cold can’t dampen the family fun to be had in ... -
Q&A with local comedian Kelsie Huff about her dysfunctional family, Chicago squirrels and the energy at Zanies
By Trent Modglin A self-proclaimed lover of Cheese Whiz and frosting (but then, who isn’t?), comedian Kelsie Huff is definitely all-Chicago. A graduate of Columbia College, she studied comedy at iO, Second City and The Annoyance Theatre, has created her own shows and is a regular performer at nearby Zanies, as well as various comedy ... -
Around Town: It’s time to get fit together at the Centennial Fitness Center
The Centennial Fitness Center is here to help you live your healthiest and best life through exercise, recreation and fun with your community! This state-of-the-art fitness and athletic facility is designed to provide fitness for all ages through a variety of activities. Specialists are on staff to make sure your visit is safe and comfortable, ...