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Happy Illinois Wine Month!

Posted on September 3, 2016 by

Happy Illinois Wine Month! Celebrate by exploring Galena Cellars Vineyard, sipping your way through Illinois Sparkling Co.‘s sparkling wine flight or a weekend getaway on the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail. We have so many great wineries in Illinois! Advertisements

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Date Night: Hardware in North Aurora

Posted on June 29, 2016 by

This weekend we had a date night at the new Hardware gastropub in North Aurora. This spot is known for the small plates that are meant to be shared, my favorite type of meal. They have a Hop farm on … Continue reading →

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“Grape Nuts” Wine Education at Ginger & Soul

Posted on January 28, 2016 by

Do you know the difference between Champagne and Prosecco? I went “Grape Nuts” at Ginger & Soul in Yorkville so I know the difference! I have always wanted to do a wine class to learn what I am tasting when … Continue reading →

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The Sweeter Side of Sullivan’s Steakhouse

Posted on November 2, 2015 by

The food at Sullivan’s Steakhouse is absolutely delectable but I will be honest, the dessert and wine combinations steal the show. So many times when I go to dinner I get a glass of wine that pairs with my entrée and … Continue reading →

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Five Reasons to Visit Kuipers Family Farm

Posted on September 5, 2015 by

Nothing screams fall in the Midwest quite like going for a walk around an apple orchard with an apple cider donut in one hand and a hot cider in the other. Kuipers Family Farm is an apple orchard my husband and … Continue reading →

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Date Night Spot: Sergio’s Cantina

Posted on April 27, 2015 by

Where is my favorite place to get Street Tacos? Sergio’s Cantina in Geneva! This is actually our favorite place to get Mexican food in the Fox Valley. We start every meal with Pineapple Bacon Guacamole. We make everyone try this guacamole … Continue reading →

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