Plainfield, IL — The 2012 Midwest Brewers Fest (MWBF) will take place on Saturday, August 25, 2012 at the Plainfield Riverfront Park in Plainfield, IL … Read more ›
Food and drink
From the community
Let's Get Grilling
By Kim Kirchherr, MS, RD, CDE, JEWEL-OSCO Dietitian The Memorial Day holiday weekend is almost here – the unofficial launch of summer grilling season. It … Read more ›
Come explore the Northern Illinois Wine Trail
For Midwesterners, arriving in wine country means hopping a plane or driving for days. Or does it? In the last two decades, wineries have sprung … Read more ›
From the community
Green Earth Institute CSA growing and selling local organic produce
More and more, people are looking for fresh, local, and organic produce. Farmers markets and CSAs (community supported agriculture programs) become more popular every year, … Read more ›
South suburban farmers market guide 2012
If you’re looking to add the freshest fruits, vegetables, baked goods, cheeses and flowers to your dinner table, look no further than in your own … Read more ›
Dole ‘Seven Lettuces’ bagged salad recalled by company
Cases of bagged salad distributed by Dole Fresh Vegetables have been recalled because a New York state test of some of the salad found salmonella … Read more ›
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The Dish: Paula Deen's Kitchen serves up classic southern comfort food at Harrah's Joliet
On April 5, 2012, Paula Deen brought her southern-style buffet and restaurant to the Chicago area via Harrah's Casino in Joliet. Even with all the … Read more ›
From the community
Moo & Oink is on the shelves at Certified
Moo & Oink products are now available at Certified in Joliet, 118 E. Jackson St. The classic Chicago brand known for its selection of meat … Read more ›
Paula Deen’s Southern cooking comes to the south suburbs
With a “Howdy y’all,” Paula Deen brought her Southern cooking to the North. Deen this month opened her latest restaurant – Paula Deen’s Kitchen – … Read more ›
From the community
The Dish: Morton's Steakhouse Winemaker Dinner Series with Peter Mondavi of Charles Krug Winery
On the evening of March 3, 2012, Morton's Steakhouse on 65 East Wacker Place along with Peter Mondavi, Co-Proprietor of Charles Krug Winery, hosted the … Read more ›
