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Dutch Bros Coffee to open drive-thru locations in two Chicago suburbs
Chicago-area residents will soon have several suburban spots where they can pick up brews and beverages from popular West Coast coffee company Dutch Bros. After NBC Chicago covered the new Dutch Bros location coming to 1931 North Mannheim Road in Melrose Park, a spokesperson for the Village of Oak Park reached out to share that the Oregon-based coffee chain "is also in the process of opening a location in Oak Park."
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National Touring Comedian Darren Mangler to Lead Stand-Up Comedy Class in Sauk Valley
A stand-up comedy class led by national touring comedian Darren Mangler is coming to the Sauk Valley, offering aspiring comedians and public speakers the opportunity to step into the spotlight. Mangler, who brings more than 20 years of experience to the stage, will guide participants through the fundamentals of stand-up...
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This Old-Fashioned Diner In Illinois Will Serve You The Best Burgers Of Your Life
There’s something magical about a place that’s been serving up comfort food long enough to become a landmark, and Dell Rhea’s Chicken Basket in Willowbrook is that kind of enchanted spot. Perched along the historic Route 66, this isn’t just another roadside attraction—it’s a culinary institution where...
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Out & About | The Greggory In South Barrington
Intrepid Fox Valley Magazine Publisher Kevin Ketchum and his lovely wife were out & about again last month, sampling the delights of The Greggory in South Barrington. Located at 100 W Higgins Rd, The Greggory defines itself as a wood-fired, modern American restaurant serving prime cuts of beef, fresh seafood, and homemade pastas. Kevin and Cindy gave it a try, and the results were outstanding.
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Boat, Vacation and Fishing Show returns to Rockford-area for 52nd annual event
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - The 52nd annual Boat, Vacation and Fishing Show has an exciting lineup over the weekend for stateline boating and outdoor enthusiasts. The final day of the event takes place from 10 a.m to 4 p.m., Feb. 22, at the Mercyhealth Indoor Sports Center, 8800 E. Riverside Blvd. in Loves Park.
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Salvation Army hosts “Concert for Hope” to support local housing assistance
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - An evening of music with a mission came to Rockford on Saturday. The Salvation Army hosted its annual “Concert for Hope” at Veterans Memorial Hall. The event featured a special performance by the Chicago Staff Band, one of the organization’s premier musical ensembles.
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National coffee chain planned for former gas station site in Loves Park
LOVES PARK — A former BP gas station at the corner of Riverside Boulevard and McFarland Road is slated to be torn down for a new Dutch Bros Coffee. It’s the third area location brewing for the growing chain. Rockford Structures Construction Co. has applied for a special-use...
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This Illinois Polish Restaurant Is Famous For Its Handmade Pierogi
Handmade pierogi stop the scroll. At least, they stop mine. There’s something about the promise of soft dough and buttery edges that makes every other food plan feel negotiable. I remember walking in mostly curious, not expecting much beyond a quick lunch. Then the plate landed, steam lifting, onions...
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The Best Fried Chicken In Illinois Is Hiding Inside This Hole-In-The-Wall Restaurant
Sometimes the most extraordinary culinary treasures aren’t found in fancy downtown establishments with valet parking and white tablecloths, but in unassuming spots that time seems to have forgotten. Chick-N-Dip in Hampshire, Illinois is exactly that kind of place—a nostalgic throwback serving up what might just be the best fried...
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This 133-Year-Old Family Butcher Shop In Naperville Still Crafts Bratwurst Worth The Drive
Before sunrise even touches Naperville’s streets, a quiet line begins forming outside a modest butcher shop that has quietly outlasted generations of food trends. Kreger’s Brat and Sausage Haus, operating since 1893, continues crafting bratwurst and sausages the same way one family has done for over a century.