Kati Lawrence, co-owner of Embe’s, is happy to work in a “family environment… an intimate place where we care about one another.” She adds, “We’re lik
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What is food fermentation? Fermentation is a metabolic process in which an organism converts a carbohydrate, such as starch or a sugar, into an alcoho
Read MoreFarm-to-table, farm-to-fork, field to feast… these are all foodie lingo for the social movement to promote local and regional cuisine, created from lo
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Looking to enjoy an evening with a significant other listening to music in a lovely setting? Looking to enjoy a leisurely lunch and conversation with
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In the August heat and sunshine, nothing surpasses a day on the Mississippi. But after several active – or lazy – hours swimming and sunning on the ri
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We all know there is no shortage of events in the local area, but the Midwest Garlic Fest in Elizabeth, IL is one that you will want to attend. Not on
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Galena Brew Fest is being held August 10 at Chestnut Mountain in Galena. The entry fee is $25. This gets you 24 sample tickets and a glass ($5 designa
Read MoreFor a moment there, I thought we were going to have to continue to drink warm toddies and big reds. But just as in every year without fail, July comes
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Sometimes treasures are buried in secret, long-forgotten places never to be found, sometimes they are intentionally sought through research and persev
Read MoreI scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! Okay, so maybe I am aging myself here, but the hot and humid days of July were always made a little
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