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 ›
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Fundraiser
Aurelio’s FundraiserThe Women’s Society is hosting a fundraiser on Thursday, May 17 from 5:00 to 8:00 pm at Aurelio’s Pizza on Oak Park Avenue, Tinley … 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 ›
Olympic Star restaurant gets a makeover
After 34 years with the same tables and booths at Olympic Star restaurant, the 24-hour diner is getting a complete makeover. “We’re just updating everything,” … 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 ›
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Governors State Center for Performing Arts Presents 'Re-Spiced: A Silk Road Cabaret'
Adventure. Discovery. Change. “Re-Spiced: A Silk Road Cabaret” is an unforgettable musical journey to “exotic” locations that many of us only know through broad cultural … Read more ›
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Over 50 Vendors Participating at the 3rd Annual Tinley Park Brew and Vine Festival
TINLEY PARK, IL (April 2, 2012) –The 3rd Annual Tinley Park Brew and Vine Festival is all set and it is the biggest and best, … 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 ›
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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 ›













