The 6 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 10 Best Nature Centers in Illinois!

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Crabtree Nature Center, Barrington, IL

No matter the season, Crabtree Nature center is always beautiful and teeming with wildlife. Over 260 bird species have been spotted migrating over the 1,182 acres of woodland, prairies, and wetlands,…

No matter the season, Crabtree Nature center is always beautiful and teeming with wildlife. Over…

The 10 Best Road Races in Illinois!

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Des Plaines River Trail Marathon, Vernon Hills, IL

If you’re looking for a scenic marathon in Illinois, Des Plaines River Trail Marathon is hard to beat. Situated along the beautiful Des Plaines River Trail, this special running course features…

If you’re looking for a scenic marathon in Illinois, Des Plaines River Trail Marathon is hard…

The 8 Best Doughnut Shops in Illinois!

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Spunky Dunkers, Palatine, IL

Known for their handmade doughnuts and fresh coffee, Spunky Dunkers is a hometown favorite. They feature a doughnut of the month and offer delicious cake doughnuts in a wide variety of flavors.…

Known for their handmade doughnuts and fresh coffee, Spunky Dunkers is a hometown favorite. They…

The 8 Best Zumba Classes in Illinois!

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Mireya’s Dance Fit Studio, Palatine, IL

One of the premier studios in Chicagoland, Mireya Martinez-Zavala’s Dance Fit Studio offers a handful of Zumba classes each day, five days per week, as well as regular Saturday classes. All…

One of the premier studios in Chicagoland, Mireya Martinez-Zavala’s Dance Fit Studio offers a…

The 9 Best Wings in Illinois!

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Gators Wing Shack Grill & Pizzeria, Palatine, IL

This fun bar serves award-winning wings and maybe even the best hot wings in the state. Their wings come in a variety of flavors like honey mustard, teriyaki, lemon pepper, and garlic. They also…

This fun bar serves award-winning wings and maybe even the best hot wings in the state. Their wings…

9 Best Poke Bowl Restaurants in Illinois!

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Poke Hale, Buffalo Grove, IL

This counter-serve cafe offers plenty of savory options for build-your-own poke bowls. They also have some cooked ingredients plus sushi burritos for a truly unique experience. Buffalo Grove’s…

This counter-serve cafe offers plenty of savory options for build-your-own poke bowls. They also…

10 Best Marijuana Dispensaries in Illinois

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RISE Dispensaries, Mundelein, IL

RISE Cannabis is well-known throughout the marijuana industry, and its Mundelein dispensary certainly lives up to its reputation for quality. Head to this local dispensary for expert advice or to…

RISE Cannabis is well-known throughout the marijuana industry, and its Mundelein dispensary…

10 Best Plumbers in Illinois!

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Ravinia Plumbing, Sewer, Heating & Electric, Lincolnshire, IL

Serving the North Shore of Chicago is a team of licensed plumbers, EPA- and NATE-certified heating and cooling technicians, and seasoned electricians. Their expertise and service makes them a…

Serving the North Shore of Chicago is a team of licensed plumbers, EPA- and NATE-certified heating…

The 9 Best Cooking Classes in Illinois!

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Cook, Cork & Fork, Palatine, IL

For an exciting cooking environment, look no further than Cook, Cork & Fork. Their entertaining, yet educational, classes are held in their private gourmet kitchen featuring state-of-the-art…

For an exciting cooking environment, look no further than Cook, Cork & Fork. Their…

Des Plaines River Trail Marathon, Vernon Hills, IL

Featured in The 10 Best Road Races in Illinois!

If you’re looking for a scenic marathon in Illinois, Des Plaines River Trail Marathon is hard to beat. Situated along the beautiful Des Plaines River Trail, this special running course features… Read More

Sweet’s, Lake Forest, IL

Featured in The 9 Best Candy Shops in Illinois!

Sweet’s has been creating superior chocolates in-house since 1982. This family-run business is known for their fresh chocolate creations and unique gift baskets. Here you can find delicious… Read More

Ravinia Plumbing, Sewer, Heating & Electric, Lincolnshire, IL

Featured in 10 Best Plumbers in Illinois!

Serving the North Shore of Chicago is a team of licensed plumbers, EPA- and NATE-certified heating and cooling technicians, and seasoned electricians. Their expertise and service makes them a… Read More

Dan Thai, Schaumburg, IL

Featured in 10 Best Thai Restaurants in Illinois

Dan Thai is one of the best places in Illinois for authentic Thai food. Their meals are cooked to order, and you can choose the spice level. The Chicken Fried Rice and Shrimp Pad Thai are local… Read More

Stade’s Farm and Market, McHenry, IL

Featured in The 9 Best Farmers Markets in Illinois!

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… Read More

Pinnacle Dermatology – Hoffman Estates, IL

Featured in 8 Best Dermatologists in Illinois!

The team of dermatology experts at Pinnacle Dermatology offers medical, surgical, and cosmetic care to their patients. Prompt and easy to schedule appointments are available to those seeking… Read More

Bob Chinn's Crab House, Wheeling, IL

Featured in The 8 Best Seafood Restaurants in Illinois!

For some of the freshest seafood in Illinois, Bob Chinn’s Crab House is the place the go. Located in Wheeling, this renowned seafood joint has been serving the community for over 30 years.… Read More

Northbrook Sports Center, Northbrook, IL

Featured in The 10 Best Sports Centers in Illinois!

Northbrook Sports Center provides fun and competitive recreational activities for the entire family. As one of the most popular sports venues in North Shore, this 23.5-acre sports center offers an… Read More

Raymond's Bowl & Entertainment Center, Johnsburg, IL

Featured in 10 Best Bowling Alleys in Illinois!

They offer a unique bowling experience with 24 lanes of bowling on their own “Wildside Bowling Lanes.” Add on a modern bar with large HDTVs, slots, daily drink specials and live music most weekends,… Read More

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