Eat Local: Best Farmers Markets in Illinois

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Stade’s Farm and Market, McHenry, IL

Located in scenic northeastern Illinois, Stade’s Farm and Market features a large variety of fresh fruits and vegetables. They also offer gluten-free foods, baked goods, spices, soup mixes, and…

Located in scenic northeastern Illinois, Stade’s Farm and Market features a large variety of…

Sing, Sing a Song: Best Karaoke Bars in Illinois

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The Chubby Bullfrog Bar & Grill, West Dundee, IL

The Chubby Bullfrog is a special karaoke bar because they regularly host kids karaoke parties. This local favorite karaoke bar is also known for its entertainment including video gaming machines,…

The Chubby Bullfrog is a special karaoke bar because they regularly host kids karaoke parties. This…

Confectionery Wonders: Illinois' Best Doughnut Shops

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Gurnee Donuts, Gurnee, IL

For over 20 years, Gurnee Donuts have been serving up specialty doughnuts for the community. The doughnut here are moist on the inside and crispy on the outside, meaning they are fresh. Customers…

For over 20 years, Gurnee Donuts have been serving up specialty doughnuts for the community. The…

Haute Cuisine: Best French Restaurants in Illinois

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Taste of Paris, Mundelein, IL

Although rather deceiving on the outside, Taste of Paris is an adorable little restaurant with an outstanding wine collection. Experience authentic French flavors at reasonable prices and indulge in…

Although rather deceiving on the outside, Taste of Paris is an adorable little restaurant with an…

The Supreme Dessert: Illinois' Best Cake Shops

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Cali Girl Cakes, Bolingbrook, IL

Cali Girl Cakes is an award-winning bakery featuring specialty cupcakes and custom cakes. The cakes contain just the perfect amount of sweetness and are absolutely scrumptious. Customers also…

Cali Girl Cakes is an award-winning bakery featuring specialty cupcakes and custom cakes. The cakes…

Grain, Hops & Yeast: Illinois' Best Breweries

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Small Town Brewery, Wauconda, IL

Small Town Brewery was founded on a family tradition of beer brewing dating back to the 1600s. They use flavorful, unique ingredients to create specialty, gruit-inspired beers that drew attention…

Small Town Brewery was founded on a family tradition of beer brewing dating back to the 1600s. They…

The Chubby Bullfrog Bar & Grill, West Dundee, IL

Featured in The 9 Best Karaoke Bars in Illinois!

The Chubby Bullfrog is a special karaoke bar because they regularly host kids karaoke parties. This local favorite karaoke bar is also known for its entertainment including video gaming machines,… Read More

Gurnee Donuts, Gurnee, IL

Featured in The 10 Best Doughnut Shops in Illinois!

For over 20 years, Gurnee Donuts have been serving up specialty doughnuts for the community. The doughnut here are moist on the inside and crispy on the outside, meaning they are fresh. Customers… Read More

Taste of Paris, Mundelein, IL

Featured in The 10 Best French Restaurants in Illinois!

Cali Girl Cakes, Bolingbrook, IL

Featured in The 10 Best Cake Shops in Illinois!

Cali Girl Cakes is an award-winning bakery featuring specialty cupcakes and custom cakes. The cakes contain just the perfect amount of sweetness and are absolutely scrumptious. Customers also… Read More

Small Town Brewery, Wauconda, IL

Featured in The 10 Best Breweries in Illinois!

Small Town Brewery was founded on a family tradition of beer brewing dating back to the 1600s. They use flavorful, unique ingredients to create specialty, gruit-inspired beers that drew attention… Read More

Unity Temple, Oak Park, IL

Featured in The Top 15 Historical Sites in Illinois!

Unity Temple in Oak Park was built by the famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright in 1908. Architects consider this structure the first modern building of that period. Visitors can now marvel at this… Read More

John Millen Hardware, Wilmette, IL

Featured in The 10 Best Hardware Stores in Illinois!

Located in downtown Wilmette, John Millen Hardware is a full-service hardware store that carries thousands of standard hardware products and hard-to-find products not stocked in chain stores. The… Read More

Taco Village, Des Plaines, IL

Featured in The 8 Best Places for BIG Food in Illinois!

If you have a giant craving for Mexican food, Taco Village challenges you to their Rio Grande. This 18-inch burrito comes with your choice of meat, refried beans, cheese, rice, and toppings wrapped… Read More

Choices Natural Market, Loves Park, IL

Featured in The 10 Best Markets in Illinois!

Choices Natural Market features a wide selection of natural and organic products, bulk foods, vitamins, and health foods. They also have an amazing vegan selection and even have cooking… Read More

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