10 Best Apple Cider Doughnuts in Illinois!

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Valley Orchard, Cherry Valley, IL

Valley Orchard is home to Cherry Valley's favorite apple cider doughnut. You'll enjoy an explosion of flavor with every mouthful of their unparalleled apple cider doughnut, with actual apple cider…

Valley Orchard is home to Cherry Valley's favorite apple cider doughnut. You'll enjoy an explosion…

10 Best Buffets in Illinois

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Stockholm Inn, Rockford, IL

The Stockholm Inn in Rockford is the perfect place to embrace Swedish culture, including Swedish food. You can enjoy it all at this restaurant’s breakfast buffet.

The Stockholm Inn in Rockford is the perfect place to embrace Swedish culture, including Swedish…

10 Best Thai Restaurants in Illinois

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Thai Hut Restaurant, Rockford, IL

Thai Hut Restaurant is a true hidden gem in Rockford. It’s a small restaurant, so most customers order takeout. Thai Hut Restaurant prepares your food fresh to order so it’s already hot…

Thai Hut Restaurant is a true hidden gem in Rockford. It’s a small restaurant, so most…

9 Best Croissants in Illinois!

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Crust & Crumbles, Rockford, IL

Crust & Crumbles is the place to be for the flakiest and tastiest croissants. You're sure to be impressed With various sophisticated flavors, including Pain Au Chocolat, almond, and even their…

Crust & Crumbles is the place to be for the flakiest and tastiest croissants. You're sure to be…

10 Best Rainy Day Activities in Illinois!

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After the Vine, Rockford, IL

Want to enhance your palate, or just in the mood to sample some great wines? After the Vine is your ultimate destination. This chic wine boutique has wine tasting along with a variety of events like…

Want to enhance your palate, or just in the mood to sample some great wines? After the Vine is your…

10 Best Vegan Restaurants in Illinois

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Ripe Life Juice Co., Rockford, IL

It’s easy (and delicious) to live the ripe life at Ripe Life Juice Co. This Rockford vegan cafe and juice bar is known for its vegan chili, acai bowls, smoothies, and much more.

It’s easy (and delicious) to live the ripe life at Ripe Life Juice Co. This Rockford vegan…

Editors' Picks: 19 of the Best Things to Do in Illinois!

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Get your Zen on

Koi ponds, waterfalls, raked gravel, traditional Asian architectural structures and more - these are just some of the beautiful features of the award-winning Anderson Japanese Gardens in Rockford,…

Koi ponds, waterfalls, raked gravel, traditional Asian architectural structures and more - these…

10 Best Bowling Alleys in Illinois!

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Don Carter Lanes, Rockford, IL

This community icon has been around for over 50 years and is the largest center in Northern Illinois with 42 lanes, equipped with computer scoring. They have a bar & grill, a pro shop, and host many…

This community icon has been around for over 50 years and is the largest center in Northern…

10 Best Seafood Markets in Illinois!

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JC'S Fish Market, Rockford, IL

At JC's Fish Market, the freshest catches from the deep blue can be found! From tantalizing live catfish to succulent live buffalo, explore the market for a unique seafood experience! And if live…

At JC's Fish Market, the freshest catches from the deep blue can be found! From tantalizing live…

The 13 Best Restaurants in Illinois!

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Abreo Restaurant, Rockford, IL

If you like small, creative dishes served in a dramatic fashion, you’ll appreciate Abreo Restaurant in Rockford. Chef Paul Sletten is passionate about creating and reinventing unique, seasonal…

If you like small, creative dishes served in a dramatic fashion, you’ll appreciate Abreo…

Thai Hut Restaurant, Rockford, IL

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Thai Hut Restaurant is a true hidden gem in Rockford. It’s a small restaurant, so most customers order takeout. Thai Hut Restaurant prepares your food fresh to order so it’s already hot… Read More

Crust & Crumbles, Rockford, IL

Featured in 9 Best Croissants in Illinois!

Crust & Crumbles is the place to be for the flakiest and tastiest croissants. You're sure to be impressed With various sophisticated flavors, including Pain Au Chocolat, almond, and even their… Read More

After the Vine, Rockford, IL

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Get your Zen on

Featured in Editors' Picks: 19 of the Best Things to Do in Illinois!

Koi ponds, waterfalls, raked gravel, traditional Asian architectural structures and more - these are just some of the beautiful features of the award-winning Anderson Japanese Gardens in Rockford,… Read More

Ripe Life Juice Co., Rockford, IL

Featured in 10 Best Vegan Restaurants in Illinois

It’s easy (and delicious) to live the ripe life at Ripe Life Juice Co. This Rockford vegan cafe and juice bar is known for its vegan chili, acai bowls, smoothies, and much more.

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Don Carter Lanes, Rockford, IL

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JC'S Fish Market, Rockford, IL

Featured in 10 Best Seafood Markets in Illinois!

At JC's Fish Market, the freshest catches from the deep blue can be found! From tantalizing live catfish to succulent live buffalo, explore the market for a unique seafood experience! And if live… Read More

Abreo Restaurant, Rockford, IL

Featured in The 13 Best Restaurants in Illinois!

If you like small, creative dishes served in a dramatic fashion, you’ll appreciate Abreo Restaurant in Rockford. Chef Paul Sletten is passionate about creating and reinventing unique, seasonal… Read More

CherryVale Mall, Rockford, IL

Featured in 10 Best Shopping Outlets in Illinois

Whether you have a lengthy shopping list or you’re just planning on browsing around and seeing what you see, CherryVale Mall is the destination for you. It’s where all of Rockford goes… Read More

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