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hether youare looking for fect time to take advantage of seasonal of- tions forthose looking forsomething to do something to do at the spur ferings such as aleisurely game of minia- on arainyorcold daywith small children. of the momentorplanning turegolf at one of the varietyofarea In Deerfield the Treehouse Indoor Play- Wfamily outings thereisnever courses. ground giveslittle ones the opportunityto ashortage of options forall Looking forsomething youcan’t do any- burn some energy with aclimbing web ages throughout the North Shore. whereelse? Take the family out on aThurs- and 8-foot tube slide. Among the gems is the Kohl Children’s dayorFridaytoNorthbrook to the Ed Skokie Park District’sExploritorium was Museum whereyou could spend all dayor Rudolph Velodrome.Itisthe only short named one of the bestrainyday activity get amembership and exploreitabit at a bank trackfor official bike racing in the sites by Chicago Magazine.Children can time.Kohl has been named among the top stateand one of only 25 in the country. On dress up and playmake believe, playwith children’s museums by Parents Magazine. Thursdays spectators can watch official trains or climbtonew heights in the two- Everything is pint sized so children can re- races and Fridays thereare amateur races and-a-half-storytubes. ally explore, learn and get in on the fun and sometimes possibilitiestogivethe Thereare quiteafew indoor icearenas withoutneeding much assistance. Parents track atry. as well if youlike the idea of iceskating will enjoyseeing their little ones use their If music is adraw, check out the sched- The Ed Rudolph Velodrome in Northbrook offers aunique out- with easy access to warmth. Some arenas creativitywhile working or shopping at the ule at Ravinia Festival in Highland Park. door experience on Thursdays and Fridays seasonally.Itisthe offer special prices and fun events like skat- grocerystore or sandwich shop,pretend- Nothing says summer like an outdoor con- only shortbank biketrack forofficial bikeracing in the state. ing in costume forHalloween. ing to be avet or amechanic.Through Jan. cert coupled with apicnic on the lawn. Most of the kid-friendly locations,espe- 2, 2013, enjoy“TheWizardofOz”exhibit Each year thereare concerts geared toward from the elements when the weather does- cially the park districts, offer awide variety that brings the pages of Frank Baum’s clas- the little ones with fun music to keep them n’tcooperatewith days off or staycation of optionsifyou areplanning anyspecial sic book to lifewith three dimensional pop dancing and smiling. plans. celebrations or birthdayparties forall ages. up pages encouraging exploration of sci- Everybody knows that winters on the Youcan bowl,ice skate, jump and climb n ence, art, historyand,ofcourse,reading. North Shore can driveanyone indoors,so —all indoors. When the weather is warm it is the per- thereare plentyofplaces to playaway TheNorth Shorehas aselection of op- www.chicagotribune.com/special/adsections/explorenorthshore See Pothessibilities.

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omatter the cuisine or setting, endaryand twolocales provide a lovely and Maxand Benny’sinNorthbrook all Historyand longevitycall out a number the North Shorecan hold its own settinginwhich to dine.Highland Park’s provide this hearty comfortfood that is en- of establishments.The Glenview House as adining destination. Many Ravinia Festival is home to tworestaurants, joyedbyall. dates back to 1878 and was extensively re- restaurants and chef/owners Mirabelle featuring the popular Chef’s Unique concepts come in different forms habbed in 2010. In neighboring North- Nhave made their names in these Table of choices and Park View,anupscale on the dining scene.Abt Electronics on 37- brook,The Landmark Innishoused in a suburban towns and cities drawing din- dining experienceonthe second floor of acres in Glenview has long been adestina- building built in 1885 and is the oldest ers from all over Chicagoland. the modern pavilion serving up an expan- tion forthose seeking appliances and commercial structureintown. Lake Forest Highwood is one example of arestau- siveview.Glencoe’s Chicago Botanic Gar- electronics.Located right nextdoor is is home to South Gate Café, in abuilding rant-centric town. From old-school Italian dens showcases natural beautywith its 385 Jolane’s,acontemporary European style that is acertified national historic land- at Bertucci’s,tovaried interpretations of lush acres to stroll and the Garden Café to restaurant that pays homage to Jolane Abt, mark. French cuisine offered by Froggy’s, stop in forbreakfast or lunch. one of the store’soriginal owners,asit Lake Forest is also the placefor two NearbyHighland Park is the culinary Ethnic foods arewell represented on the makes shopping and dining aone-stop ex- stand-out fine dining experiences.The homeofrestaurateurs Carlos and Debbie North Shore. Kamehachi in Northbrook perience. Deer Path Inn, adestination hotel since Nieto, adynamic duo that keep the cre- first introduced sushi to northern Illinois Blind Faith Café in Evanston is acertified 1929, turns back time in its lovely English ativejuices flowing.After closing the ac- when it opened its original restaurant in green restaurant that has been creating in- Room with beamed ceilings,whitetable- claimedCarlos’, aHighland Park go-tofor Old Town in 1967. TheSushi Kushi restau- ventivevegetarian dishes formorethan 30 cloths,sparkling chandeliers and acourt- 30 years,they opened Nieto’sinthe same rantgroup has three restaurants in the area years and its bakeryoffers aselection of yard garden beyond. spot,acontemporaryAmerican grill and —two in Lake Forest, including the most treatsfor all palates. Lovell’s of Lake Forest, with its stately wine bar.And their intimatestorefront recent Niku Niku Toyo,and one in Highland Thenew and innovativeisrepresented in chateau setting,isowned by American bistroCaféCentral maintains its charm and Park.Italso has aspot in nearbyVernon Inovasi in Lake Bluff.The name itself trans- heroApollo 13 Captain James Lovell. French accent. Aquick trip abit southwest Hills. lates to “innovation”inIndonesian and Whetherdining on the outdoor patio or in to Northfield and youwill find the couple’s Move over New York and Chicago.Some that’s what ignites chef/owner John des the elegantconservatory, ameal hereisan casual and neighborly Happ InnBar &Grill. of the best Jewish deli is found right here. Rosiers’passion forthe food and flavors of experienceout of this world. n Thebeautyofthe North Shoreisleg- TheBagel in Skokie,Max’s in Highland Park the contemporaryAmerican palate. www.chicagotribune.com/special/adsections/explorenorthshore Healthy and Beautiful LegsFor Life

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With blue-graycolored walls,banquette AMERICAN seating and dark wood features,this CONTEMPORARY CHEF’S STATION GILSON’S modern American eateryhas grown-up Davis MetraStation, Ground Floor, 1126 CentralAve.,Wilmette, treats of bone-in rib-eye with steak frites, ABIGAIL’S AMERICAN BISTRO 915 Davis St., Evanston, 847-570-9821 847-256-2430 crispyduck confit bruschetta, and pan- 493 RogerWilliams Ave.,Highland Park, Take atrip to afine dining experience Afriendly American/French sidewalk seared Idaho rubytrout.Burgers come 847-849-1009 beneath the Union Pacific Railroad sta- bistro, Gilson’s gives families alarge dressed in abrioche or pretzel bun. $$ Abigail’ssurrounds diners with aso- tion. 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Laurel Ave.,LakeForest, baked complimentarycheddar biscuit ings is also available.$$ Tortugas redsnapper.Enjoysidewalk 847-234-9660 and choose among items likeseafood DinnerTues.-Sun. seating in niceweather.$$ Reminiscentofasupper club atmosphere, fritters,orange glazed duck breast,and Lunch and dinner daily guests relax in comfortable black leather crispyskinned whitefish. $$ CITY PARK GRILL seats near aflagstone brick fireplaceand LunchTues.-Fri.; dinnerTues.-Sat. 1783 St.Johns Ave.,Highland Park, GLENVIEW HOUSE munch on decadentdishes of French 847-432-9111 1843 Glenview Road,Glenview, onion soup,baked Brie,macadamia nut- BENJAMIN This classic American restaurantpacks a 847-724-0692 crusted Pacific grouper and apetitefilet 1849 Second St., Highland Park, traditional menu of made-from-scratch Therecently rehabbed Glenview House with crabmeatstuffed shrimp.Listen to 847-748-8737 dishes along with an extensivebeer and offers American comfortfood with liveentertainmentonFridayand Satur- This relaxed spot with its urban vibe is a wine list.Tryamarinatedand barbecue- French, Italian and Asian influences,a daynights at the Martini Lounge.$$ proponentofthe“farm to fork”dining sauced skirtsteak with grilled onions, bar and whisky lounge in an upscale set- Lunch and dinner daily; brunch Sun. concept using regional,seasonal ingre- chicken bruschetta topped with spinach, ting.Dishes include curried mussels ap- dients.Small platesinclude such things tomatoes and mushrooms,orhomestyle petizer,char-crusted rib-eye steak and as seasonal artisan cheeses and mussels meatloaf with mashed potatoes.$$ pan-seared Alaskan halibut entrees.$$ with acoconut broth. Pasta dishes Lunch and dinner Mon.-Fri.; dinner Sat. Dinner Mon.-Sun; Lunch and dinner change each evening and other entrées and Sun. Sat. and Sun. include grilled,stuffed pork chop and Right,GlenviewHouse PotRoast Nachos. www.chicagotribune.com/special/adsections/explorenorthshore Average dinner entree: $=$5–15, $$=$15–25, $$$=$25 and above Explore North Shore 2012-13 SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION 13 RESTAURANTS, FOOD &SPIRITS Glenview, North Shore, northwest and west sub- 847-724-5577 urbs.Its dinner menu servessteaks, 1514 E. LakeAve., Glenview, chops and fresh fish featuring such 847-724-7171 items as crab cakes,prime sirloin, baby Hackney’s majors in old-fashioned com- back ribs and anumber of fresh from fortfood with its famous freshly ground market fish selections.$$ burgers placed inside dark ryebread Glenview dinner daily slices,sandwiches and various entrees. Skokie breakfast,lunch and dinner daily Specials include its french-fried onion loaf,ablue cheese-topped burger,French JOHNNY’S KITCHEN &TAP dip sandwich and fish and chips.$ 1740 Milwaukee Ave.,Glenview, Lunch and dinner daily for both 847-699-9999 locations Johnny’s, afamily-friendly neighbor- hood place, fires up the grill with its THE HAPP INN BAR &GRILL barbecue babyback ribs and its famous 305 Happ Road,Northfield, wood-roasted . Savor Above,The Noodle’s Chicken, Apple, Entrees include Australian rack of lamb, 847-784-9200 other selections such as acharbroiled CurrantSalad.Left,Grilled Mahi, Mahi and barramundi with an artichokeand North Shorerestaurateurs Carlos and Black Angus NewYork strip steak from TheTownhouse. cheese crust.$$$ Debbie Nietogocasual and neighborly topped with blue cheese or agrilled Dinner daily in this good-looking, comfy spot.Feel topped with Gruyere sustainable farms.The inventoryin- rightathome with big burgers,sand- and cranberrysauce. $$ cludes house made paté in acrock, TOWNHOUSE RESTAURANT wiches,salads,hand tossed wood-fired Lunch and dinner daily sautéed LakeSuperior whitefish with AND WINE BAR pizzas,Mexican dishes such as tilapia portobello mushrooms,Tallgrass beef 695 Deerfield Road,Deerfield, tacos and the house specialtygolden MARKET HOUSE ON THE penne and filet of beef with chargrilled 847-948-9700 . $ SQUARE redonions and watercress.$$ Surrounded by warm wood-paneled Lunch and dinner daily 655 Forest Ave.,LakeForest, Lunch Mon.-Fri.; dinner daily; brunch walls and floor-to-ceiling windows, 847-234-8800 Sat. and Sun. customers receiveanelegantyet casual J.P. MCCARTHY’S PIZZA AND With its building certified as anational feel here. Tryatwo-handed spicyAsian GRILL historic landmark,the Market Square THE LUCKY PLATTER entrees include herb shrimp,veg- QUINCE turkey burger,Mardi Gras jambalaya,a 509 4th St.,Wilmette, 847-853-9999 makes its mark by making everything in 514 Main St., Evanston, 847-869-4064 etable risottoand pepper-crusted prime 1625 Hinman Ave.,Evanston, petitefilet or wild mushroom risotto. $$ This placeoffers something for everyone house,including baking fresh bread Diners dig this corner spot,which lets it filet mignon medallions.$$ 847-570-8400 Lunch and dinner daily whether it’s grabbing abeer and watch- daily.Starters include bacon cheese- all hang out with a“funkadelic post- Lunch Mon.-Fri.; dinner daily Locatedinthe Homestead Hotel,Quince, ing agame or eating with the family and burger egg rolls with all the fixings.En- hippyeclectic world cuisine.” What does afruit used in jams,jellies and preserves, AMERICAN friends.Its legendarythin crust pizzas trees offer an updatedretrofave:“Ham- thatmean?Well,old-fashioned right- O’NEIL’S brings all kinds of worldly flavors with a TRADITIONAL come in interesting names.The North burger Help Me”—tagliatelle noodles from-the-fountain cream soda paired 1003 Green BayRoad,Winnetka, touch of whimsy.Aseasonal menu pres- Shorehas sun-dried tomatoes,fresh basil with ameaty Bolognese sauceand with, say, jerk chicken. Startyour day 847-446-7050 ents entrees such as mushroom ravioli, ALEKS’ RESTAURANT and goatcheese while theWall Street is whitecheddar cheese.$ with aCajun scramble or Mexican This casual yetgood-looking neighbor- halibut with redpepper jam, and pork 525 Rockland Road,LakeBluff, “bullish”ongrilled chicken, artichoke Lunch and dinner daily omelet.Sample such“platters”asfried hood spot has amenu thatisalittle bit with endive. Diners can choose to eatthe 847-295-7140 hearts,red onions and tomatoes.$ green tomatoes, salad, of this and little bit of that. Case in point, chef’s creations through five-course tast- Alek’s,asports bar and family restau- Lunch and dinnerTues.-Sun. PLAYERS GRILL barbecue pork tenderloin, and an egg- youcan startyour meal with fried ravi- ing menu or from agrand tasting menu. rant,pairs American farewith avariety 1855 Deerfield Road,Highland Park, plantsandwich. $ oli, seared scallops with pineapple salsa Go across the hall to Q2 for cocktails and of events.Finger-favoritespecialties in- JAMESON'S CHARHOUSE 847-831-4445 Breakfast,lunch and dinner daily orThai chicken salad.Then there’sa alightsupper.$$$ clude Buffalo wings,Angus sliders,bi- TheGlen, 2601 Navy Blvd.,Glenview, Customers come to this long established large selection of pastas and eclectic en- DinnerTues.-Sun. son burgers,Chicago-style pizzas and 847-832-9000 sports-themed restaurantfor familiar of- NIETO’S trees such as roasted duck or cioppino ribs.EnjoyaFridaynightfish fry. Come 9525 N. Skokie Blvd.,Skokie ferings of burgers,sandwiches and sal- 429Temple Ave.,Highland Park, —Italian fish stew.$$ 2ND STREET BISTRO on in for trivia nights onThursdays and 847-673-9700 ads and other special items.Tryaseafood 847-432-0770 Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner daily,brunch Sun. 1825 Second St., Highland Park, alivejazz brunch everySunday. $ Specializing in American cuisinewith rancheroentreewith shrimp,salmon and This American grill and wine bar occu- 847-433-3400 Lunch and dinner daily; brunch Sun. modern touches,Jameson’s is acozy scallops and vegetables over abed of pies the same spaceand has the same PARK VIEW RESTAURANT Thefood is the thing at this cozy spot but setting with loca- owners as Carlos’, aHighland Park sta- Ravinia Festival,201 St.Johns Ave., feel free to BYOB,with its invitation:“You E.J.’ SPLACE tions on ple for 30 years.Carlos and his wife Highland Park,847-432-7550 pick the drinks; we will makeyour din- 10027Skokie Blvd.,Skokie, the CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 Debbie have reinvented themselves in Locatedonthe second floor of Ravinia’s ner.”The“minors”include such things as 847-933-9800 this warm yetcontemporaryspot.Enjoy modern dining pavilion, ParkView gives summer corn bisque and avegetable an- E.J.welcomes visitors longing guacamole prepared tableside and an upscale dining experienceand view tipastothatchanges daily.Under“sub- for supper club style dining grilled shrimp in aspicypapaya sauce. of the grounds for visitors attending stantial”is roasted Door County whitefish and professional wait staff Thedinner-sized cobb lobster salad is a eclectic performances.Startwith acrab with braised redquinoa and wilted baby catering to their everyneed. popular entrée but for something guacamole and settle in with braised spinach. $$ Thewoodsy lodge offers prime meatier go for the braised shortribs.$$ shortribs,wood fired Amish chicken, DinnerTues.-Sun. aged steaks,seafood and Italian DinnerWed.-Mon. and eggplantgnocchi. Finish with a specialties.Dishes include rib- cappuccino crunch pie.$$$ THE STAINEDGLASS BISTRO eyesteak,calf’s liver with THE NOODLE Seasonal dinner daily 1735 Benson Ave.,Evanston, onions,handmade ravioli 708Twelfth St.,Wilmette, 847-864-8600 in avodka sauceand veal 847-251-2228 PRAIRIE GRASS CAFÉ With over 250 bottled wines in addition limone.$$$ Pastas of all cuts,sizes and flavors mingle 601 Skokie Blvd.,Northbrook, to 100 bottles on the reservedlists,and Dinner daily with differentsauces at this casually ele- 847-205-4433 32 wines by the glass,this fine dining gantrestaurantserving up American fu- Creating acuisine inspired by aprairie bistroallows diners to selecttheir fa- HACKNEY’S sion farewith aEuropean bent. Forexam- homestead setting,the chefs presenta voritebeverages with their entrees.Try 1241 N. Harms Road, ple,selectawhole wheatgarlic-parsley sophisticatedcontemporarymenu fea- the bacon and eggs appetizer —dev- fettuccine and pair it up with aroasted turing grass fed beef and producefrom iled eggs with smoked salmon "bacon," garlic and sun dried tomatoes sauce. Main Chicago’s Green CityMarket and local salmon caviar and black truffle purée. Players Grill Fried Shrimp.

Average dinner entree: $=$5–15, $$=$15–25, $$$=$25 and above www.chicagotribune.com/special/adsections/explorenorthshore 14 SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION Explore North Shore 2012-13 RESTAURANTS, FOOD &SPIRITS Asibling to Sushi Kushi, this spot spe- cializes in steak,seafood,barbecue and sushi. Peruse the barbecue selections such as boneless shortribs,skirtsteak and garlic shrimp.Trythe Japanese style pancakes of pork and veggies or chicken and veggies or go for aspecialtyroll such as the lobster tempuraroll.$$ Lunch Mon.,Wed.,Thurs., Fri. and Sat.; dinnerWed.-Mon.

RA SUSHI 2601 AviatorLane,Glenview, 847-510-1100 This vibrantplacespecializes in creative sushi with fun names and imaginative From RA Sushi, left,Asian Chicken —soft steamed buns filled with duck cocktails.Startwith pineapple cheese Wings,and above,ShishitoPeppers. —ormushu wraps.$$ wontons or acreamyedamame and Lunch Mon.-Fri.; dinner daily spinach dip,served warm with wonton chips.Enjoysignaturesushi such as the JOYYEE’S NOODLES LEMONGRASS Tootsy Maki —crabmix, shrimp and 521 Davis St., Evanston, 847-733-1900 566 Chestnut St.,Winnetka, cucumber rolled and topped with If youtried to eatyour way through this 847-501-5699 crunchytempurabits and drizzled with noodle shop’s expansivemenu of chow Lemongrass bring abrightflavor to Thai asweet eel sauce. Pick alively Ginger CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13 Trax opens its rooftop patio.$ AKAI HANA mein, chowfun, udon and other noodles creations.Havebeef,chicken, tofu and Blossomcocktail —Hendrick’s Gin, St. Lunch and dinner daily 3223W. LakeAve.,Wilmette, it would takequiteaneffort. All fa- shrimp tossed in differentflavored Germain, muddledstrawberry, pink 847-251-0384 vorites areheresuch as pad thai and lo sauces or red, yellowand green curries grapefruit juice, lime juiceand asplash mildly spicyrice. Choose afavoritesuch VALLEY LODGE RESTAURANT With its Japanese grocerystore,Akai Hana mein as well as something alittle differ- with sides of steamed jasmine or brown of ginger ale.$$$ as roast duck,Ellyn’s fettuccine porto- 2132Waukegan Road,Glenview, offers visitors acasual,culinaryrespite. entlikewoon sen —clear noodles.Stir rice. Chef specials include sweet chili bello or grilled turkey steak topped with 847-724-7440 Tastesushi made with octopus,yellowtail frys areavailable over riceand the menu chicken and salmon curry. $ SEOUL GARDEN peppers,onions and mushrooms.$$ This warm and cozy lodge welcomes and shrimp or sample full entrees of sea also hasVietnamese sandwiches.$ Lunch Mon-Sat.; dinner daily 3420 Milwaukee Ave.,Northbrook, Lunch Mon.-Fri.; dinner daily hungrydiners with ascenic lakeside view bass teriyaki, asparagus beef makiand a Lunch and dinner daily 847-390-8390 and Greek and American comfortfoods. healthycombo bento boxwith seaweed LITTLE SZECHWAN Come in for authentic Korean cuisine in THE RIDGEVIEW GRILL Come in for burgers,garlic shrimp, salad and tofu steak.$$ KAMEHACHI 1900 First St., Highland Park, aspacious and cozy atmosphere. Tradi- 827 Ridge Road,Wilmette, chopped sirloin steak and acombo plat- Lunch and dinner daily 1320 Shermer Road,Northbrook, 847-433-7007 tional dishes include bulgogi, sliced 847-251-2770 terofdolmas,moussaka and pastitsio.$ 847-562-0064 Creating asoothing setting,this eatery tender beef and vegetables marinated Gourmet flavors permeate this neigh- Lunch Mon.-Sat.; dinner daily BANGKOK TOKYO Kamehachi introduced sushi to Chicago presents Chinese andTaiwanese spe- in aspecial sauce, and galbi —beef or borhood eatery serving American com- 227Waukegan Road,LakeBluff, in 1967 with the opening of its first cialties.Startwith scallion pancakes. pork shortribs.Beprepared to have fortfood all daylong.The breakfast YARD HOUSE 847-295-7811 restaurantdowntownin1967. Meaning Discover pork in asweet brownsoybean complimentarykimchi and several side menu has skillets,omelets,crepesand 1880TowerDrive, Glenview, Come herefor amix ofThai and Japanese “eightturtles”inJapanese,Kamehachi pastesauce, chicken and tofu in alight dishes come to your table.$$ specialties such as brioche French toast 847-729-9273 dishes servedinanintimate,contempo- has everything from abeginner’s sushi garlic sauceand steamed seasonal fish Lunch and dinner daily and multigrain pancakes.The evening This restaurant’smission is to offer one rarysetting with tables and banquettes. platter to marinatedgarlic-sesame soy with ricewine,ginger and shredded portion has mile high meatloaf,roast of the largest selections of draft beers,a Summer rolls areafavoriteservedall sauced lamb chops.Inbetween, thereis pork.$ SIAM PARAGON turkey breast with sage dressing and large menu of diverse American food ac- year long.The sushi is artful and features an assortmentofnoodle dishes,meat Lunch and dinner daily 503 Main St., Evanston, 847-332-2302 salmon seared with peppercorns.$ companied by aselection of classic rock the Ommeramaki roll with tempura teriyakis and specials such as a fatty Siam offers aPan-Asian approach with Breakfast,lunch and dinner daily music on astate-of-the-artsound sys- shrimp.Noodle panang is aspicydish bluefin tuna tartareand breaded crab LULU’S its menu.TheThai section tosses meats tem.Pick from such“snacks”asdeviled with achoiceofmeats and basil in a claws.$$ 804 Davis St., Evanston, in aspicybasil or redcurrymixture. The THE SILO eggs,truffle fries,and shrimp ceviche. panang coconut currysauce. $$ Lunch Mon.-Sat.; dinner daily 847-869-4343 Chinese selection includes mu 625 Rockland Road,LakeBluff, Bigger platesinclude burgers,pizza, and Lunch and dinner daily This intimate downtownrestaurantis shu pork and Mongolian 847-234-6660 such specialtyitems as porcini crusted KOI committed to healthyPan-Asian cook- beef.The Korean Known by its tall shape,the two-level halibut and pepper-crusted filet HANA ASIAN BISTRO 624 Davis St., Evanston, 847-866-6969 ing and fun flavors.The dim sum menu side has Silo provides arustic,comfortable set- mignon. $$ 9434 Skokie Blvd.,Skokie, Koisurrounds itself with modern archi- offers myriad choices from soup to ting for anyone who craves pan-style Lunch and dinner daily 847-677-4262 tectureand greeneryasthe setting for black steamed mussels to salt and pep- and thin crust pizzas,juicyhamburgers, With soft lighting emanating from dishes from the eightdifferentregions per calamari with tomato-ginger sandwiches,steaks and chicken. Get a ASIAN wooden pillars and stone walls,Hana of China, as well as sushi. Stroll through dipping sauce. Try whole meal when ordering giant presents both Chinese and Japanese en- the Chinatown stuffed baked potatoes.$ 153 AKIRA trees and along list of Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat.; dinner Sun. 1137 Greenleaf Ave.,Wilmette, sushi. Get a hot 847-256-1133 rawfish fix bean curdwith meatorseafood and TRAX TAVERN &GRILL 153 Akiraspecializes in creating attrac- with the refresh- beef.Sushi, yakisoba 833 Unit ADeerfield Road,Deerfield, tivesushi and sashimi platesand Os- hamachi sashimi ingVietnamese and teriyaki representthe Japanese photos.com/ 847-236-0203 aka-style Japanese entrees with French with jalapenos juicybits Rice Noodle Salad — stop.Itoffers an all-you-can-eatmenu Maketracks to this family-friendly grill accents. Startwith salmon carpaccio. or have aroast chilled ricestick noodles,grilled Sundayand Mondaynights.$ thathas American and Italian dishes. Look for the tilapia in adelicate garlic, duck salad for beef,lettuce, crispyspring roll,ground Lunch and dinner daily Theselection includes Caprese salad, oliveoil and citrus sauceand aholiday starters.Main peanuts,cilantroand mint. $ grilled chicken Caesar sandwich, classic roll —King crab,tuna, and shrimp entrees include menu to Lunch and dinner daily SUSHI KUSHI TOYO redchili, ahamburger topped with wrapped in soypaper.$$ seafood combo Korean find Szechwan 825 S.Waukegan Road,LakeForest, grilled tomatoes and fresh buffalo moz- Lunch and dinner Mon.-Fri.; dinner Sat. style and noodles with salt cold noodles and braised NIKU NIKU TOYO 847-234-9950 zarella and 20-inch hand-rolled New and pepper smelt.$$ pork belly.Hop over to the 840 S.Waukegan Road,LakeForest, York-style pizzas.During the summer, Lunch and dinner daily Shandong region for Peking duck bao 847-234-8797 CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 www.chicagotribune.com/special/adsections/explorenorthshore Average dinner entree: $=$5–15, $$=$15–25, $$$=$25 and above CELEBRATE OUR 31ST ANNIVERSARY ThanksThanksTTooOurOur CustomersCustomers For Another Great Year!

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BookYour Parties Today Bringring thisthis adad toto rreecceieivvee 20% OFF LunchorDinner 8660 GOLF ROAD Not valid on party menus. Not valid with anyother offer.Not valid on carryouts. Food Only.Expires October 31, 2012. NILES, IL 60714 8660 GOLF ROAD • NILES, IL 60714 (one blockwest of Golf Mill Shopping Center) 847-296-6777 • fax 847-296-7339 www.mykonosgreekrestaurant.com 16 SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION Explore North Shore 2012-13 RESTAURANTS, FOOD &SPIRITS French toast with bananas,pecans and menu and an array of bakerytreatsto toasted coconut, aPhilly cheese steak fit all diets and tastes.Cafe offerings in- sandwich or agrilled veggie wrap.$ clude abarbecue seitan sandwich, en- Breakfast and lunch daily chiladas verdes and spinach lasagna. Thebakeryhas everything from choco- THE ORIGINAL GREENBAY late éclairs to vegan chocolate cup- CAFÉ cakes.$ 568 Green BayRoad,Winnetka, Breakfast,lunch and dinnerTues.-Sun. 847-446-7698 An out of the way place, this littlegem THE CHICAGO BOTANIC of acafé serves unique daytime entrees GARDEN CAFÉ of bread pudding French toast and 1000 LakeCook Road,Glencoe, tamale corn flapjacks.Another signa- 847-835-3040 tureitemisthe Chutney BayChicken, a With spacious and beautiful gardens as chicken salad withchutney,almonds backdrop for the cafe,guests satiate and akick of curry. $ their appetites by choosing made-to-or- ships nationwide.$ carrots,tomatoes,Parmesan cheese Breakfast and lunch daily der omelets,bakeryitems,flatbread piz- Lunch and dinner daily and poppyseed dressing.$ zas,soups and sandwiches.Atdinner, Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat. WALKER BROS. the seasonal outdoor grill has hamburg- LITTLE RICKY’S RIB JOINT 1615Waukegan Road,Glenview, ers,ale-braised Sheboygan bratwurst, 540 Lincoln Ave.,Winnetka, CAFFÉ BUON GIORNO 847-724-0220 and entrees thatchange weekly.$$ 847-784-1444 566 Chestnut St.,Winnetka, 620 CentralAve., Highland Park, Breakfast,lunch and dinner daily Little Ricky’s lovesbarbecue and shows 847-784-8899 847-432-0660 Left,Wildfish sashimi plate with it in its casual dining menu.Find barbe- This daytime bistroinfuses an Italian 153 Green BayRoad,Wilmette, CONVITOCAFÉ &MARKET salmon and tuna. cued babyback ribs,half chicken and flair with its breakfast and lunch items. 847-251-6000 ,1515 Sheridan Road, Above,Eggsperience features Banana, pulled pork.Other options include skirt From-scratchitems include blueberry Popular with families,this homey,all- Wilmette, 847-251-3654 Chocolate Crepes. steak,stir fryshrimp salad,grilled pancakes,abroccoli and English ched- American eatery offers breakfast all day This perennial favoriteisamarket and a Above right,aclassic from Mrs. D’sWil- salmon and fish and chips.$ dar cheese omelet,eggs with crab cakes and into the evening with creations of café.The café offers aregional European metteDiner: ham, eggs and hash browns. 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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 14 339 Ridge Road,Wilmette, 847-433-1111 Breakfast and lunch daily Breakfast,lunch and dinner daily Choose one of the pastas such as whole 847-251-2666 Placed in apopular business district, pa- wheatroman rigatoni withTuscan broc- Locals come for fresh sushi, sashimi, Twopopular Asian cuisines —Japanese trons either pick up hearty items for their EGG HARBOR CAFÉ CAFES/DELIS/MARKETS colini, oven roasted tomatoes,crispy maki rolls and kushi —Japanese shish and Chinese —reside under one restau- lawn seatpicnics at Ravinia Festival or TheGlen, 2350 Lehigh Ave.,Glenview, onions,ricotta, extravirgin olive oil and kebabs made with ingredients such as rant along with someThai dishes thrown have adinner inside sipping on one of 847-998-1101 THE BAGEL lemon zest.$$ quail,liver and chicken wing.Theeatery in for good measure. Search through a the eatery’s specialtymartinis. 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Hot delicacies include aboiled beef puts forth awhopping menu of Jewish 847-681-8997 847-317-9453 4900 Oakton St., Skokie,847-675-7562 famous black bean chili, Sir Duganfrit- tongue,baked beef shortribs or hop- and international comfortfood classics Asister restauranttoSushi KushiToyo, Wildfish createsastriking,contempo- On acorner spot,Annie’s attracts folks tata and Door County chicken salad.$ pel-poppel —anomelet with diced in a300-plus-seatsetting.Gofor the this sibling provides acozyatmosphere rary sushi and grill restaurantwith its with crepes,pancakes,fruit-topped Breakfast and lunch daily frankfurterorsalami, potato,green restaurant’sfamous Reuben sandwich and an authentic Japanese menu and ex- ceiling high bamboo,dramatic redac- waffles and sandwiches throughout the pepper and onion. $ piled high with corned beef,chicken tensivesushi list.Choose from various centsand private wood-accented day. Wake up with apeach blintz or EGGSPERIENCE Breakfast,lunch and dinner daily pestosalad,smoked whitefish platter or teriyakis,donburis,udon and soba noodle booths.Takeatuna sashimi flightora Hawaii Five-O omelet stuffed with TheGlen an open facehot turkey sandwich on dishes along with other items such as oni- vegetarian nigiri sushi combo.Ortry pineapple,bacon, ham and Monterey 2000TowerLane,Glenview, BLIND FAITH CAFÉ challah bread.$$ giri —riceballs —oroyster and vegeta- the N.Y.Strip steak paired with lobster Jack cheese.Find hearty sandwiches 847-998-5111 525W. Dempster St., Evanston, Breakfast,lunch and dinner daily bles in aflavored redmiso soup.$$ in sakeand garlic butter.$$$ such as abeef muffaletta or atriple This spot servesbreakfast and lunch 847-328-6875 LunchTues.-Sat.; dinnerTues.-Sun. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat.; dinner Sun. decker turkey club.$ daily showing its sunnyside up in a Describing itself as Breakfast,lunch and dinner daily brightcontemporarysetting.Begin a“certified SZECHWAN NORTH BARBECUE your daywith amile high omelet or a green restau- 2857 Pfingsten Road,Glenview, BLUFFINGTON’S CAFÉ super mushroom, spinach skillet.For rant,” this cafe 847-272-0007 HECKY’S BARBECUE 113 E. Scranton Ave.,LakeBluff, lunch, choose achicken salad wrap or a and bakery Known for his critically acclaimed Chicago RESTAURANT 847-295-3344 Greek Island salad.$ servesupanall restaurants of SzechwanHouse and Man- 1902 Green BayRoad,Evanston, At this breakfast spot and delicatessen, Breakfast and lunch daily. vegetarian darin, Austin Kooshares his famous Chi- 847-492-1182 visitors can grab coffee,smoothie or a nese cooking with North Shoreresidents. Hecky’s uses afamily Creole recipe to shakealong with asandwich or asalad MRS.D’S WILMETTE DINER SpecialtyChinese entrees include dan dan spiceupits babyback ribs,rib tips and or sit down for an unrushed homestyle 415 4th St.,Wilmette, 847-256-2580 noodles with spinach and minced pork, chicken. Other offerings include pulled breakfast or lunch inside or outside.The Formorethan 50 years,this local store- san bei chicken with garlic and ginger in a pork,hot links combo,jumbo wings café offers its specialtyDoug’s club frontdiner gives customers homey basil sauceservedinasizzling hot pot and abarbecue turkey burger.Leave sandwich —chicken salad,bacon and breakfasts and lunches in afun atmos- and sole fillets in asweet sakesauce. $ room for sweet potato pie.Ifyou know cheddar cheese on toasted wheatorthe pherewith newspaper clippings on the Lunch and dinner daily someone who misses Hecky’s,the sauce sunnysalad —amixtureoflettuce, wall and stool seating.Dig into tropical photos.com/DmitroTolokonov www.chicagotribune.com/special/adsections/explorenorthshore Average dinner entree: $=$5–15, $$=$15–25, $$$=$25 and above Explore North Shore 2012-13 SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION 17 RESTAURANTS, FOOD & SPIRITS NoNo needneed toto dream…dream… YYouou c canan aaffordfford t thishis

Left, Crawfish Etouffe from Bluegrass. Above, Dixie Kitchen & Bait Shop’s Seafood Cakes and Eggs with a Bloody Mary. Solid Wood Furniture OHIO roof top bar that offers tapas and light FURNITURE meals. At the main restaurant, choose Available in 8 Custom Amish Finishes from an assortment of food and bever- COMPANY ages such as salads, pastas, pizzas, fresh 14 Drawer Dresser juices, crepes, and gelato, made in-house has been in one of the 18 different stations. $ providing solid wood products since 1900. Lunch and dinner daily Natural Rich Cherry Honey Brown Mahogany We are proud to CAJUN, CREOLE, Golden Pecan CCoffee provide American SOUTHERN Antique Cherry Built Solid Wood Washington Furniture featuring BLUEGRASS Cherry $ English dovetail 1636 Old Deerfield Road, Highland drawers and full 1599 extension ball Park, 847-831-0595 bearing glides. Step inside this casual eatery to sample a mixture of modern American Southern AFC’s Products flavors that mingle alongside global fare. Entertainment Consoles are finished by the EnjoyTavern Pale Ale, the house beer, area’s premier while dining on dry rub-seasoned barbe- $ Amish Finisher. MAX’S biscuits and gravy, burgers, homemade cue ribs, jambalaya, a mushroom broil 48” ...... 699 The combination of 191 SkokieValley Road, Highland Park, soups and thick milkshakes. In response sandwich and tempura-battered Mary- $ AFC’s quality solid 847-831-0600 to a request from customers it added an land soft shell crabs. Leave room for Key 54” ...... 799 wood products Max’s calls itself“Chicago’s NewYork evening dinner service and slapped on Lime pie with Chantilly cream. $$ and custom Amish deli.”One big reason from a New a different name — all at the same lo- LunchTues.-Fri.; dinnerTues.-Sun. finishes provide $ quality furniture Yorker’s perspective would be the egg cation. Keeping it eclectic, the dinner 62” ...... 899 DIXIE KITCHEN & BAIT SHOP that your family creams — a fountain drink with choco- menu offers such things as batter-fried will cherish. late syrup, milk and seltzer water that cod tacos and build-your-own falafel 825 Church St., Evanston, originated in NewYork.Then there’s the sandwich. $ 847-733-9030 chopped liver, matzo ball soup, latkes, Breakfast and lunch daily; dinnerTues.- Sit a spell to admire all the nostalgic Solid Alder Desk and, of course, the overstuffed sand- Sat. signs from yesteryear, bait shop wiches of such favorites as pastrami, tchotckes and Creole and Cajun cuisines. corned beef and roast beef. $ RHAPSODY CAFÉ Choices include fried green tomatoes, $ Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily 833-C Deerfield Road, Deerfield, breaded fresh oysters, gumbo, whole 47” ...... 799 847-267-1700 baby catfish, shrimp Creole po’boy $ NOYES STREET CAFÉ This café“hums”with a steady beat to sandwiches and peach cobbler. $ 64” ...... 1299 828W. Noyes St., Evanston, provide all kinds of items. Daytime Breakfast, lunch and dinner Mon.-Fri.; 847- 475-8683 dishes include a breakfast quesadilla, a brunch, lunch and dinner Sat. and Sun. After seeing the exhibits at the Noyes tomato, bacon and spinach frittata, Cultural Arts Center, enter here for re- pumpkin and walnut pancakes and a M freshments.The café combines fresh- veggie burger.The dinner list includes 675 Central Ave., Highland Park, ness and visual presentation with its traditional chickenVesuvio, a seared 847-748-8954 Solid Wood Greek and Italian entrees such as pasta tilapia in a white wine, lemon and gar- The owner of this place is from a small with smoked salmon, spinach, black lic sauce and black and blue London town in Kentucky where she was Queen olives and cheese, and half a spring broil with cracked black pepper and schooled in the fine art of southern chicken sautéed in butter with fresh blue cheese. $$ cooking and good bourbon. Both are Panel Bed basil and honey. $$ Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily featured on the menu, as well as south- $ 64” GGoose LLampp Lunch and dinner Mon.-Fri.; brunch and ern hospitality. Begin with fried green 899 Orig. $169 $ 50 dinner Sat. and Sun. WILDE AND GREENE tomatoes with smoked tomato cream NOW Westfield Old Orchard, I-94 and Old sauce.Try the hangar steak with mus- Hard to Find 19” Wide While Supplies Last PRAIRIE JOE’S/THE REAL Orchard Road, Skokie, 847-679-2019 tard green grits or prime bone-in rib- Night Stand $399 JOE’S What fun.This restaurant and natural eye with balsamic red onion mar- 1921 Central St., Evanston, market occupies a 30,000-square-foot malade. $$ 700 N. Milwaukee Ave. 21Rt 847-491-0391 space in Old Orchard mall. It features a Lunch and dinnerTues.-Sat. MilwaukeeS Av Rd Marys St N By day this café offers a funky mix of market-style restaurant, a natural mar- VERNON HILLS I-94 American, Mexican and vegetarian fare ket where local, organic, vegan and SW Corner of Rts. 21 & 60 e

CONTINUED ON PAGE 18 21Rt in a fun atmosphere. Highlights include gluten-free items can be found, and a MacArthur VISIT OUR WEBSITE: ORFURN.COM 847-367-6550 Woods Forest I-94 Preserve Mon-Fri 10am-8pm • Sat 10am-5pm • Sun 11am-5pm E Townline Rd Rt 60 E Townline Rd Rt 60 www.chicagotribune.com/special/adsections/explorenorthshore A 18 SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION Explore North Shore 2012-13 RESTAURANTS, FOOD &SPIRITS Farleft,Froggy’s chef creation of Sliced platters to sample avarietyoftastes in- Duck. Left,Cafe Central’s popular cluding agrilled beef and chicken plat- Wagyu beef burger with caramelized ter. $ onions.Below, chilled crab legs from Lunch and dinner daily Miramar Bistro. MIZRAHI GRILL 847-441-3100 215 SkokieValley Road,Highland Park, Chef/proprietor Michael Lachowicz uses 847-831-1400 his fine French cooking repertoiretocre- Come for atasteofauthentic Israeli cui- ate imaginativeentrees.Choices include sine in this warm and casual Glatt pan-roasted diver scallop,crispyveal Kosher restaurant.Fill plateswithava- sweetbreads,aduo of roast tenderloin rietyofmeatkebabs,falafels,pita and galantine of pork,roast duck breast sandwiches and salads.Signatureoffer- and stuffed hen al’orange.$$$ ings include marinatedturkey and lamb DinnerTues.-Sun. . $$ Lunch and dinner Sun.-Thurs.; lunch Fri. GREEK/INDIAN/ MEDITERRANEAN MT.EVEREST RESTAURANT 630 Church St., Evanston, AVLI ESTIATORIO 847-491-1069 566 Chestnut St.,Winnetka, Mt.Everest also scales the culinary 847-446-9300 world to bring Indian and Nepalese Found in the back of the LaundryRoom dishes to its customers in an elegantat- Mall,this“courtyardrestaurant,”asits mosphere.TheIndian side offers chicken name translates, presents fresh and au- with almonds and aminced lamb kebab. thentic Greek dining in afriendly,re- Thelimited Nepalese menu has boiled laxed setting.Dine inside or on the out- lentils sautéed with spices and chicken door patio and enjoypita flatbreads, cooked with local spices.$ Greek spreads,anartichokeand veg- Lunch and dinner daily etable moussaka, and scallops with Greek spaghetti. $$ PERIYALI GREEK TAVERNA Lunch and dinner daily 9860 N. Milwaukee Ave.,Glenview, 847-296-2232 CURRYHUT RESTAURANT Enjoyatrip to Greeceinfood andat- 410 Sheridan Road,Highwood, mosphere. All Greek favorites can be 847-432-2889 found on the large and inviting menu CONTINUED FROM PAGE 17 CAFÉ CENTRAL French and American wines,diners include amushroom risotto, aseasonal At this full-serviceestablishment, In- from the two-handed gyros to avariety 455 CentralAve., Highland Park, choose from marinatedGulf shrimp,es- vegetable melange with house made dian and Nepalese cuisines come to- of authentic appetizer spreads to tender FRENCH 847-266-7878 cargot casserole,chicken alaNicoise, cornbread and bouillabaisse.$$ gether giving manyfull-flavoredvege- grilled octopus.Choose acombination Owners Carlos and Debbie Nietoplacea grilled beef medallions and awild LunchTues.-Fri.; dinnerTues.-Sun.; tarian and meatchoices for guests. Find platter to get agood sampling of the BANK LANE BISTRO sliceofFrench countrybistroheavenin game plate.$$$ brunch Sun. lamb with spinach, mintand yogurt cuisine. $$ 670 Bank Lane,LakeForest, Highland Park’s downtownareawith Lunch Mon.-Fri; dinner Mon.-Sat. marinatedchicken and tandoori lobster. Lunch and dinner daily 847-234-8802 this charming storefrontcafé.Diners sit MIRAMARBISTRO TheNepalese side has goatsimmered in Classic French cooking with an Ameri- at cozy whitelinen-covered tables to GABRIEL’S 301Waukegan Ave.,Highwood, spices and herbs and achicken filet PHOENICIA can twist is the offering at this charm- dine on Burgundy escargot,braised 310 Green BayRoad,Highwood, 847-433-1078 marinatedwith Himalayanspices. $ 1910 First St., Highland Park, ing second floor bistrothatoverlooks lamb shank,risottoofthe dayand 847-433-0031 This prominentcorner spot,also owned Lunch and dinner daily 847-266-9990 Market Square. First courses include roasted chicken seasoned with herbes Chef GabrielViti’s eatery serves French by GabrielViti, blends French bistro Eastern Mediterranean flavors perme- lobster bisque and tuna tartare. Select de Provence. $$ and Italian cuisines in an elegantdining cooking with a“lost in time”Cuban culi- DEMETRI’S ate Phoenicia’s dishes.Most receivea entrees of striped bass with Swiss Lunch and dinnerTues.-Sat.; dinner room of whitelinen, mahoganyand naryflair.Antique mirrors reflectthe 660 LakeCook Road,Deerfield, side agrilled vegetables.Choose from chard, Berkshirepork rack with potato Sun. etched glass.Diners view hardworking entrees appearing on wooden tables. 847-940-0777 meatand couscous dishes,whole red hash or the classic coqauvin. Or choose chefs in the European style open Eatfresh oysters,seared ahi tuna with Patrons seatthemselves in afestive snapper or arefreshing fattoush salad afour- or six-course tasting menu.$$$ FRANK &BETSIE’S kitchen as they create culinarymaster- walnut vinaigrette, steak with black “open-air”taverna setting as they taste with toasted pita and vegetables.$$ LunchTues.-Fri.; dinnerTues.-Sat. 51 Green BayRoad,Glencoe, pieces of whole roasted calamari cros- peppercorn sauceand bouillabaisse Grecian delights.Apopular dish is LunchTues.-Sat.; dinner daily 847-446-0404 tini with warm arugula, grilled veal with Pernod broth. Enjoythe seasonal pastitsio —macaroni with braised BISTROBORDEAUX Frank &Betsie’s combines asunnyCali- porterhouse with pommes frites,and outdoor patio.$$ lamb and beef. IRISH 618 Church St., Evanston, fornia-influenced cuisine with aFrench house made lobster and mushroom Lunch and dinner daily; brunch Sun. Choose chicken breast and artichokes in 847-424-1483 accent.The menu changes daily and tortelloni with lobster and basil sauce. awhitewine and lemon cream sauceor BRIDIE MCKENNA’S Come for the authentic French food in seasonally in this warm and inviting Afteryour meal,enjoythe French tradi- MIRANI’S sautéed tilapia with tomato sauce, 254 Green BayRoad,Highwood, this downtownEvanston thatplaces an spot.Recentselections included paté a tion of an assortmentofcheeses with 727 ElmStreet,Winnetka, onions,capers and olives.$$ 847-432-3311 emphasis on locally sourcedingredi- la maison, grilled mahi mahi, and steak house made brioche.$$$ 847-441-5590 Lunch and dinner Mon.-Fri.; dinner Sat. ReminiscentofanIrish village pub, ents.Begin with steak tartareorpan- frites with arich bordelaise sauce. $$ DinnerTues.-Sat. Mirani’s surrounds itself in pale pink and Sun. McKenna’s offers afriendly welcome friedDelaware Bayoysters.Entrees in- Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. walls,antique tapestries and paintings and traditional Irish entrees of shep- cludeclassics such steak pommes frites JILLY’S CAFÉ as it presents brasserie bistrocooking. FALAFEL BISTRO herd’spie,Irish cheddar vegetable and bouilbaisse.Finish off your meal FROGGY’S FRENCH CAFE 2614 Green BayRoad,Evanston, Themenu has various steak frites,a 1154 CentralAve.,Wilmette, quiche,and beef Guinness stew.Signa- with aselection from the cheese plate. 306 Green BayRoad,Highwood, 847-869-7636 cheese plate,sautéed whitefish and 847-256-1002 turesandwiches featureagrilled Thebistrooffers awide selection of rea- 847-433-7080 Jilly’s imbues aFrench ambiancewith steamed mussels.$$ This spot specializes in flavors from the chicken breast marinatedinanIrish sonably priced French wines. Froggy’s white-paned double doors its countryside decor,handpicked flow- Lunch and dinnerTues.-Sat. eastern Mediterranean. Begin with whiskey glazeand ahamburger topped Dinner daily; brunch Sun. open to guests who find aflavorful ers and friendly wait staff.French such classics as hummus,babba with blue cheese,mushrooms and red French cuisine inside aromantic brick dishes with an American twist include RESTAURANT MICHAEL ghanoush and dolmades —rice structure. Along with aselection of 300 smoked salmon over potato pancake, 64 Green BayRoad,Winnetka, stuffed grape leaves. Pick from several CONTINUED ON PAGE 20 www.chicagotribune.com/special/adsections/explorenorthshore Average dinner entree: $=$5–15, $$=$15–25, $$$=$25 and above Goulden Your Fantasy Kitchen touch Can Become Your Reality…

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[email protected] Contact Michael foracomplimentaryconsultation. 20 SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION Explore North Shore 2012-13 RESTAURANTS, FOOD &SPIRITS FERENTINO’S EAST Gustoputs on its large and varied Italian dishes thatfirst gained the restau- 842Western Ave., LakeForest, menu,servedupinawelcoming at- rant acclaim in Chicago’s Little Italy.Enjoy 847-295-8888 mosphere. Check out the goatcheese classics likesausage and peppers, FERENTINO’S WEST platter,whole wheatpasta primavera, chickenVesuvio,and handmade pap- 825Waukegan Road,LakeForest, authentic bone-in chickenVesuvio,veal pardelle pasta with marinarasauce. $$ 847-615-1000 with babyartichokes, mushroom and Lunch and dinner daily. Thefamily-owned,family-friendly Fer- spinach, shrimp Dijon and its popular entino’s restaurants use grandmother’s eggplantParmigiana. $$ TRATTORIA D.O.C. recipes of thin crust and pan pizzas, Lunch Mon.- Fri.; dinner daily 706 Main St., Evanston, 847-475-1111 Left,Grandpa’s Place Chicken Kebabs. pastas and Chicagoclassic beef and Wood-fired pizzas, topped with fresh Above,Moderno’s artisan, hand-tossed sausage sandwiches. Visitors createDIY MODERNO mozzarella, vegetables and meats, are pizzas. pasta dishes from seven sauces and 1850 Second St., Highland Park, the specialtyhere. Other menu attrac- three meats or makeapanini or sub 847-433-8600 tions include rack of lamb with light from avarietyofmeats and foccacia or This downtownspot celebratesthe sim- lemon cream sauce, lightly grilled BRAVO!CUCINA ITALIANA French breads.$ ple spirit of by presenting salmon and tilapia, and chicken in a 1701 Maple Ave.,Evanston, Lunch and dinner dailyWaukegan dishes comprised of fiveorless ingredi- tomato saucewith fresh mozzarella. $$ 847-733-0917 Road; lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat.West- ents.The chef calls it“forward thinking Lunch and dinner daily 2600 Navy Blvd.,Glenview, ern Avenue food,” made with fresh, local produce CONTINUED FROM PAGE 18 alamb burger,bangers and mash anda 847-724-8400 and sustainable meats.The aranciniare TRATTORIA GIACOMO pot roast boxty. $$ Come to this casual,white-tablecloth FRANCESCA’S INTIMO crispyrisottoballs with marscarpone 810 Sheridan Road,Highwood, onion marmalade.$$ Lunch and dinner daily restaurantfor classic Italian food such 293 E. Illinois Road,LakeForest, and fresh herbs.Garlic confit pizza com- 847-266-8900 Lunch and dinnerTues.-Sun. as lasagna Bolognese.View the open 847-735-9235 bines dried cured olives,capers,grana Southern Italian cooking Sicilian style ITALIAN kitchen as it createsashowofpreparing FRANCESCA’S NORTH padana and arugula. $$ finds ahome here. Have achilled Peroni THE CELTIC KNOTPUBLIC wood grilled steaks and chops,signa- 1145Church St., Northbrook, Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily beer and pair it with pastas such as HOUSE ALEX’S WASHINGTON GARDENS turedishes such as chicken Parmesan 847-559-0260 rigatoni with vodka sauce. Other offer- 626 Church St., Evanston, 256 Green BayRoad,Highwood, Milanese.$$ Good,simple northern Italian cooking PENSIERORISTORANTE ings includeabeef filet with Barolo 847-864-1679 847-432-0309 Lunch and dinner daily at reasonable prices is whatmakes 1566 Oak Ave.,Evanston, 847-475-7779 wine,basil and cream, and various fish This cozy house presents Irish farewith Proud of its historyand Italian heritage, Francesca’s afavoritespot in Chicago Tucked inside the historic Margarita Eu- selections such as the popular white- other European dishes under acandlelit “the Gardens”datesback to 1932 when CAFÉ LUCCI and throughout the suburbs.Menu se- ropean Inn, PensieroRistorante offers a fish. $$ ambiance. Order potato-crusted cod Angelina Scornavacco opened abeer 609 N. Milwaukee Ave.,Glenview, lections include tri-color carpaccio,shell charming atmosphereand Italian fare Lunch and dinnerTues.-Sun. and bacon-wrapped asparagus or sam- and wine garden on the corner of Rail- 847-729-2268 shaped pasta with asparagus and pine prepared from importedingredients. ple aCeltic collection of lamb stew, fish way andWashington avenues.Besides AGlenview fixturefor morethan 15 nuts,and roasted salmon with mush- Choose from seasonally inspired dishes TRATTORIA OLIVERII and chips and corned beef and cab- thin-crust pizzas,house specialties are years,this intimate café and full-service rooms,leeks,tomato and sage.$$ and such creations as Pappardelle Rus- 1358 Shermer Road,Northbrook, bage.Afternoon teaisavailable on penne with fresh peas,lasagna Bolog- bar drawspeople with regional Italian Lunch Mon.-Fri.; dinner daily Lake Forest tiche,housemade and hand-cut pap- 847-559-8785 Wednesdays and Saturdays.$$ nese,Cajun martini whitefish and cuisine influenced by French, Mediter- Lunch and dinner daily Northbrook pardelle pasta in awild boar Bolognese, This family-owned trattoria spotlights Lunch and dinner daily; brunch Sun. baked boneless chicken breasts in a ranean and American flavors.Sample or RisottoCarnaroli. $$ pizzas and dishes from centralItaly.Un- lemon, whitewine and herb sauce. $$ prime filet mignon carpaccio,wild FRANCESCO’S HOLE IN THE DinnerThurs., Fri., and Sat. cover such dishes as salmon carpaccio THE CURRAGH Dinner daily mushroom ravioli, pappardelle in a WALL on abed of arugula with capers, rolled 8266 N. Lincoln Ave.,Skokie, duck ragu and aduo of roasted chicken 254 Skokie Boulevard, Northbrook, PIZANO’S PIZZA AND PASTA pasta with proscuittoinatomato cream 847-675-9600 BERTUCCI’S STEAK AND and Italian sausage in agarlic and 847-272-0155 1808 N.Waukegan Road,Glenview, sauce, linguine with portobello, and An Irish spirit and friendlinessfills the SEAFOOD whitewine sauce. $$ Francesco’stakes guests to aquaint, 847-486-1777 veal in acaper lemon sauce. $$ air when guests come to have a“craic” 246 Green BayRoad,Highwood, Lunch Mon.-Fri.; dinner daily rustic atmospherereminiscentofa Born into aChicago pizza empire, Rudy Lunch Mon.-Fri.; dinner daily —agood time.Typical Irish farein- 847-432-6663 small intimate trattoria. Diners see se- Malnati Jr.built his ownpizzeria em- cludes chicken-filled cottage pie,Guin- An Italian-American steakhouse, CAMPAGNOLA lections on the ever-changing wall- phasizing fresh and qualityingredients. TRATTORIA VALLE D’ITRIA ness beer battered fish and chips and Bertucci’s servesMama Lena’s classic 815 Chicago Ave.,Evanston, boardmenu based on daily fresh ingre- In addition to its deep-dish and thin- 581 RogerWilliams Ave.,Highland Park, boxtys —atraditional stuffed potato recipes.Find everything from filets to 847-475-6100 dients.Entrees mayinclude ared crust pies,the menu offers entrees of 847-266-0600 pancakewith chicken, vegetables, chicken to veal and pastas.Some choices Italy’s green farmland fields servetoin- snapperVesuvio,atrio of mushroom, chicken Parmesan, bowtie pasta with This trattoria“transports”dinerstoa seafood or corned beef.$ include veal Bertucci —sautéed with spireCampagnola as it presents rustic, asparagus and spinach ravioli and osso sun-dried tomatoes and hearty beef, southern Italian countryside wherethey Lunch and dinner daily asparagus,artichokes,lemon and full-bodied dishes.The menu includes bucco with risotto. $$ sausage and meatball sandwiches.$$ dine on steamed mussels in redor fontina cheese,porcini-dusted scallops bacon wrapped pheasantbreast apple, Lunch Mon.,Wed-Fri.; dinner Mon., Lunch and dinner daily whitewine sauce, personal brick oven GRANDPA’SPLACE over angel hair,and tortellacci pasta braised shortribs with caramelized root Wed.-Sun. pizzas and main dishes.Selectmani- 1868 Prairie St., Glenview, filled with spinach and three cheeses.$$ vegetables,and linguine with grilled ROSEBUD ITALIAN COUNTRY cotti stuffed with ricotta and spinach, 847-724-1390 Lunch Mon.-Sat.; dinner daily; brunch Sun. shrimp,tomato,black oliveand lemon GIO HOUSE &PIZZERIA gnocchi with achoiceofsauces,chicken Grandpa’sevokesasimpler time and zest.$$ 1631 ChicagoAve., Evanston, 560 N.Waukegan Road,Deerfield, Marsala or whitefish puttanesca. $$ even has abar thatdatesback to 1891. BIAGGI’S DinnerTues.-Sun. 847-869-3900 847-914-0900 Lunch Mon.-Fri.; dinner daily This Irish-influenced tavern provides TheShops at Deerfield Square Gio presents acomfortable dining area This addition to the Rosebud family spe- diners with hearty items of fish and 711 Deerfield Road,Deerfield, DAVE’S ITALIAN KITCHEN with its colored murals,soft lighting cializes in home- chips,chicken kebabs,abarbecued 847-607-2300 1635 Chicago Ave.,Evanston, and its popular brick oven wheatcrust style pulled pork sandwich and ahot corned This Deerfield location joins six other 847-864-6000 Roman pizzas.Other dishes include beef sandwich. $ Biaggi’s in Illinois serving up plentiful Making healthyand traditional Italian duck ravioli with shiitakemushrooms Lunch and dinner daily portions of Italian entrees in acomfort- food at inexpensiveprices is the goal for and redwine sauce, pappardelle with able and relaxing atmosphere. Diners Dave’s and has been for morethan 35 lamb shank and redpeppers and grilled TOMMY NEVIN’S PUB choose from house made and imported years.Customers enjoyfresh-baked sirloin with portobello and polenta in a 1450-1458 Sherman Ave.,Evanston, pastas,pizzas,strombolis,steaks,piz- bread and entrees such as spaghetti Chianti sauce. $$ 847-869-0450 zas,and seafood.Selectdishes such as marinarawith broccoli, redpepper and Dinner daily Tommy’sfire-engine redfacade pays jumbo lump crab cakes,smoked hanger carrots,brown ricerisotto, stuffed green homage to theTemple BarinDublin steak with tomato chutney,garlic peppers,balsamic chicken, and spinach GUSTOITALIANO RISTORANTE and alerts diners to its Irish-American shrimp oreganata, ziti pasta in alobster ricotta cheese pie.$ 1470Waukegan Road,Glenview, comfortfoods.Some of the samplings cream sauce, and pan seared cod. $$ Dinner daily 847-729-5444 include melted three-cheese sandwich, Lunch and dinner daily Atasteofthe Mediterranean is what photos.com/Michael Flippo www.chicagotribune.com/special/adsections/explorenorthshore Average dinner entree: $=$5–15, $$=$15–25, $$$=$25 and above Explore North Shore 2012-13 SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION 21 RESTAURANTS, FOOD &SPIRITS MEXICAN/LATIN

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Guests dine on Davis Street is agreat catchfor fresh fajitas.Celebrate adinner with afrozen house made salsa and chips along with fish and seafood offering an extensive margarita or amargatini —acombina- dishes emphasizing the Navas’region of menu to peruse.Dishes include Mary- tion of margaritas and martinis.$$ Huitzuco, Guerrero, Mexicosuch as a land crab cakes,wild Alaskan salmon Lunch and dinner daily; breakfast Sat. salmon goatcheese burrito. $$ roasted on acedar plan, aLouisiana and Sun. Breakfast,lunch and dinner Mon.-Thurs. seafood chili, and asoft shell crab sand- and Sat. and Sun.; breakfast and lunch Fri. wich. 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he North Shoreisknown forits or menorahtocaroling and visits with ready forplanting. senseofcommunity and it shines Santa. When the New Year approaches and Spring is also when the arts festivals through when youtakealook at youare making your resolutions or party begin to blossom. Evanston hosts its popu- Tthe variety of seasonal activities plans don’t forget the little ones.Several lar Fountain SquareArt Fest in June and thatoffersomething forevery towns including Glenview and Skokie host Lake Bluff has its Summer ArtFestival. taste.Groups and organizations band to- afternoon parties completewith aballoon Everything is in full swing by summer. gether to offer residents ajam-packed drop to give children achancetoring in From Deerfield’s Family Days to Glencoe’s schedule of everything from annual fes- 2013. Sailfest thereissomething happening tivals and farmers markets to parades, No need to hibernateatthe height of everyweekend in July.Manyofthe towns cruise nights and holidayhappenings. winter.The North Shoreembraces the cold roll out their traditions forthe Fourth of If youwant something forthe whole weather with avarietyofwinter carnivals July from bike paradestotraditional pa- family,fall is the perfect time to startmak- and fests.InGlencoe the Winter Carnival radestospectacular fireworks —some ing plans.Wilmette, Northfield and Glen- includes icesculpting,games and s’mores. best experienced while sitting on the view arejust afew towns with fall festivals Some Skokie residents actually hope for beachand watching them reflectoffLake geared towardfamily enjoyment with snowy weather in Februarywhen the Win- Michigan. hayrides and facepainting and opportuni- terChilly Fest is aflurry. Thesnowand ice Forsomething off the beaten path check ties to showoffHalloween costumes. games and the campfirelit forwarming are out Highwood’s list of events including Skokie gets intothe scareofthe season alwaysahit. Garlic Fest, which is growing in popularity with ahaunted house and Winnetkahas a Egghunts get things rolling right into completewith aGarlic Queen being unique Haunted Ship Wrecked Shoreoffer- spring withseasonal favorites such as crowned.Orkick off Bloody Mary Fest with ing frightening fun on the shores of Lloyd springtime on the Farm at Glenview’s Wag- the Bloody Buddy 5K whereyou graba Beach. ner Farm. It’s the perfect time to see live- partner and completecalisthenics and a It’s worthbundling up forSkokie’s annual Winter Chilly Fest in As the holidays approach, each townhas stock and new beginnings as well as fireman’s carryduring the course. n February. Ice skating,hayrides,achili cookout and snowand away to celebratefromlighting of the tree experiencewhat it was like to get the fields ice games are all partofthe fun. www.chicagotribune.com/special/adsections/explorenorthshore Explore North Shore 2012-13 SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION 23 SEASONAL FUN SEPT. 30 EVANSTON Backstage Evanston 3-6 p.m. For a sneak peak at the theater scene head to Northwestern University’s Ethel M. BarberTheater. Local arts organiza- tions will provide a sample of their mu- sic, dance and theater. cityofevanston.org OCTOBER

OCT. 5 WILMETTE Bagpipes & Bonfire held in Lake Forest Fall Harvest in September includes a dramatic bag- ings throughout the year. 5-7 p.m. pipe procession and bonfire lighting. didierfarms.com Children ages 5 to 10 can come out to (Above) Winnetka’s Fall Fest, held in the Lakeview Center at Gillson Park to September, offers food and lots of fun SEPT. 23 enjoy the fall season. Activities include and activities for the whole family. LAKE FOREST pumpkin decorating, bobbing for ap- BAGPIPES & BONFIRE ples, a scavenger hunt and a hot dog there is bingo, music and fun for all SEPT. 22 16678W. Aptakisic Road 4-7 p.m. dinner while listening to a scary story. FALL 2012 ages. northfieldparkdistrict.org WINNETKA 847-634-3291 An afternoon of fun, games, food and wilmettepark.org FALL FEST 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday; 10 a.m. Scottish entertainment at Middlefork SEPTEMBER SEPT. 22 2-7 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday Farm Nature Preserve hosted by Lake OCT. 6-27 WINNETKA Bring the family out for this celebration All the best of fall is available here for Forest Open Lands Association.The FRIDAYS AND SATURDAYS SEPT. 15 Bike Winnetka of fall. Activities include food, music every age from traditional seasonal evening ends with the landing of kilted SKOKIE NORTHFIELD 1 p.m. and a variety of activities for all ages. draws such as a pumpkin patch and sky divers and a dramatic bagpipe pro- Scream Scene Northfield State Fair Enjoy a fall day by biking through the winpark.org hayrides to the fun exotic petting zoo cession and bonfire lighting.Tickets are 7-10 p.m. 6-10 p.m. village on a 7.9 mile course. New this and pig races, pony rides and kiddie required. lfola.org. SkokieWater Playground is transformed Bring your appetite to Clarkson Park year is a 2 mile course for younger cy- SEPT. 22-OCT. 31 rides.There is also a farm stand and into a haunted house Fridays and Satur- where there will be a pie baking contest cling enthusiasts. winpark.org PRAIRIE VIEW-LINCOLNSHIRE food and beverages available for pur- and ribfest judging. In addition to food Didier Farms Pumpkin Fest chase. Look for other events and offer- CONTINUED ON PAGE 24

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NOV. 17 HIGHLAND PARK HolidayLights Ceremony 2-5:30 p.m. Get ready for the holidays by coming out to applaud theofficial lighting of the village tree.Visitors also will have an opportunitytomeet with Santa. Festivities areheld in Port Clinton Square. cityhpil.com at theWinnetka IceArena, which is cel- NOV.15-17 ebrating 40 years.Free. winpark.org WILMETTE NOV. 22 HolidayOpen House,TreeLighting and HIGHLAND PARK OCT.27- 28 HolidayParade NorthShoreTurkey Trot LAKE BLUFF 7p.m. Nov. 16; 10:30 a.m. Nov. 17 8a.m. Ghost Walk Kick off holidayshopping at Village Cen- Beforegobbling up all the turkey start CONTINUED FROM PAGE 23 OCT.19 OCT.26 TimesTBD ter. On the 16th join in the jubilation as the daythe healthyway.Runners will GLENVIEW WILMETTE TheLakeBluff HistoryMuseum takes village officials lightthe big holiday gather for either a5Kor10K run kicking days.Therewill be alights on version Halloween Spooktacular Halloween Happenings participants on awalking tour of up- tree on theVillage Green. Head toLin- off in downtownHighland Park at St. available from noon to 2p.m. Oct.20 5:30-8 p.m. 6-9 p.m. town.Thetour involves taking stories of den Squareonthe 17th for the annual Johns and Park avenues.APost Race and 27. skokieparks.org Little ones ages 2and older can get in This family friendly eventatthe Com- LakeBluff historyand adding asea- HolidayParade,which will head to Vil- Partyincludes liveentertainmentand costume and head to the Park Center. munityRecreation Center is for children sonal twist.lakebluffhistory.org lage Center at WilmetteAvenue.Fami- runners will be treatedtopancakes and OCT.7 Theevent includes entertainment, ages 4and older and includes carnival lies and organizations decorate their French toast.cityhpil.com GLENVIEW crafts,ascavenger hunt, facepainting games,amagician, arts and crafts, face OCT.28 cars and join in the parade.Bringyour GroveFest and inflatables.Food is available for painting,avisit to the pumpkin patch LAKE FOREST camerafor aphotowith Santaafter the NOV. 24 11 a.m.-5 p.m. purchase.glenviewparks.org and even apizza dinner.wilmet- Halloween Party parade.wilmettechamber.org GLENVIEW Enjoyastepback in time with live folk tepark.org 1-4 p.m. Holidayinthe Park &Parade music,hayrides,outdoor dining onpio- OCT.20 Children in preschool through third NOV. 16 Noon-3 p.m. neer food and storytelling.glenview- GLENVIEW OCT.26-27 grade can don their costumes and have EVANSTON Get ready for the holidays by following parks.org Corn Harvest WINNETKA some fun.Theparty includes entertain- Holiday Open House&TreeLighting aparade down Glenview Road from Our Festival Haunted Ship ment, games and even ahaunted 4-9 p.m. Lady of Perpetual Help Church heading OCT.7 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Wrecked Shores house.Free. cityoflakeforest.com Gather in Fountain Squarefor the tree west to Jackman Park.Onceinthe park SKOKIE Experience and Trail of lighting with carolers and Santa arriv- children can go on hayrides,atrain and DevonshireCountyFair harvest Terror NOVEMBER ing on afire truck.The lighting is fol- visit with Santawhile enjoying sea- 1-4 p.m. time from days 6:30-9 p.m. lowedbyawarm-up reception across sonal refreshments likecookies and hot DevonshireCultural Center and Park will gone by at Wagner Get spooked by NOV. 1-4 AND 8-11 the street at RotaryInternational’sCafé chocolate. be host to fall fun. Inflatables,games, Farm. Activities in- the ghostly grave- GLENVIEW in OneRotaryCenter. crafts,danceparties,hayrides,pumpkin clude pickingcorn by yard of sunken ships Arts &CraftsFaire cityofevanston.org decorating,apie eating contest and hand,wagon rides, along the shores of Lloyd 10 a.m.-8 p.m.Thursdays and Fridays; facepainting areamong activities farm activities, photos.com/Thinkstock Images Beach and visit the haunted 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays planned. skokieparks.org harvest treats and boathouse.Takeawalk along Wide selection of crafts,seasonal deco- fall arts and crafts.wagnerfarm.org theTrail ofTerror for an extra rations,personalized items,creative OCT.13 thrill.Oct.26isamorefamily friendly gifts and holidaytreatscreatedbymore GLENCOE OCT.25 day, though still scaryand Oct. 27 is for than 50 juried artisans.Thereare six Great Pumpkin Day GLENCOE middle school age and older. buildings to visit.glenviewparks.org 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Halloween Party winpark.org Enjoythe season in Kalk Park with food, 5:30-7 p.m. NOV. 11 entertainment, games,apetting zoo Wear your costume and enjoyan OCT.27 HIGHLAND PARK and an opportunitytopurchase a evening with the family featuring SKOKIE Veteran’sDay Observance pumpkin. glencoeparkdistrict.com hayrides,carnival games,entertain- Ex-Scare-Itorium American Legion Post Number 145, the ment, craft prizes,pizza and pop.Space 10a.m.-noon Veterans of ForeignWars OCT.18-20 is limited and tickets arerequired.glen- Come out to the Oakton Community and the JewishWarVeter- HIGHWOOD coeparkdistrict.com Center for artprojects,entertainment ans will hold an observance Highwood Pumpkinfest and more. skokieparks.org ceremonyattheVeterans Help break the GuinnessWorld Record OCT.26 Memorial.cityhpil.com set last year for most jack-o-lanterns lit NORTHFIELD OCT.27 at 30,919.Youcan bring your pumpkin BooBash WINNETKA or purchase and carve at the festival’s 6-7:30 p.m. Halloween PartyonIce stations.Attractions include hayrides, Children ages 3to8can enjoycarnival 1:40-2:55 p.m. livemusic,nightly pumpkin lighting games,acraft,treatsand even aghoul- Putonyour costume and showitoffin and aparade.celebratehighwood.com ish train ride.northfieldparkdistrict.org aunique way with laps around the rink photos.com/Anna Omelchenko www.chicagotribune.com/special/adsections/explorenorthshore Explore North Shore 2012-13 SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION 25 SEASONAL FUN

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DEC. 1 LAKE BLUFF Tree Lighting Gentle Home Services is dedicated • Live-In and Hourly CNAs 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Head downtownfor ahorse-drawn car- English-speaking Men & Women riage ride,followedbypictures with to assisting and preserving the • Santaatthe Historic Museum. Laterin the afternoon enjoylivereindeer and a independence of older adults. • RN Supervision visit from the elves.The evening culmi- nateswith the lighting of the tree on Above,Highland Park High School’s Our clients continue to live safely • Tenured Staff (min. twoyears exp.) theVillage Green. lakebluff.org DEC. 8 band escorts Santa to town during its NORTHFIELD winter festivities.Manytowns host EVANSTON HolidayWinter Fest tree lightings and parades to celebrate in the comfort of their own homes. • Licensed, Bonded & Insured DATETBD 11 a.m.-1 p.m. the holidayseason. Grand Chanukah Lighting &Celebration TheCommunityCenterwill be trans- 5:30-6 p.m. formed into aholidaywonderland with AGHS caregiver provides care • Client/Caregiver Gather in Fountain Squaretowitness inflatables for jumping,aholidaycraft Held at the Stirling Hall ArtCenter, the Matching Guarantee the lighting of the 10-foot menorah. table,sugar cookie decorating station eventoffers residents the opportunity and assistance with daily living, Therewill be musical entertainment and avisit from Santa. northfield- to find aunique gift or something for Ask for our Guidelines and refreshments.cityofevanston.org parkdistrict.org the home in avarietyofmediums from on Selecting Caregivers pottery, painting,glass,jewelry, pho- while also providing companion- DEC. 6 DEC. 13-15 tographyand more.

GLENCOE HIGHLAND PARK cityoflakeforest.com of 14: No. 8 elines ship and security.Twenty-two years Guid : Centennial Culmination Event Shhh…opping Highland Park eGHS om th aCaregiver Fr ting 6-9 p.m. 3-9 p.m. DEC. 15 Selec for Thefinal celebration of Glencoe Park Setaside the time for aspecial holiday WILMETTE ago,webegan guiding our industry Districts 100th anniversarywill be at shopping eventonCentral Avenue be- Breakfast with Santa Takiff Center.Stations for family fun will tween Green BayRoad and Second 8:30-9:30 a.m. and 10-11 a.m. be set up including games,fitness, Street.cityhpil.com Bring the family out to theWilmette with unparalleled compassion. crafts,food,entertainmentand ahis- Golf Club for pancakes and time with (847) 444-1222 toric display. Free. DEC. 14-16 Santa. Children will have their picture Youdeserve peace and assurance. gentlehomeservices.com glencoeparkdistrict.com LAKE FOREST taken and receiveagoodie bag.wil- AnnualHoliday ArtSale mettepark.org Opening reception 6-9 p.mDec.14.;10 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 15 and 16 CONTINUED ON PAGE 26

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GLENCOE Spring EggHunt Children in preschool through third grade can bringabasket and gather eggs and candy at Watts Park.Bring a camerafor pictures with the spring bunny. glencoeparkdistrict.com

NORTHFIELD Egg-Stravaganza Bring abasket to Clarkson Park and get ready to fill it with plastic eggs and Bring abasket and get ready fora prizes.The hunt is broken down by age Park.Incase of rain the huntismoved scramble at the Glencoe Park District group with awinner in each category. indoors.winpark.org Spring Egg Hunt.Children canalso take Other highlights include pictures with pictures with the spring bunny. the bunnyand facepainting.north- MAY fieldparkdistrict.org EVANSTON with the farmers, and experience CONTINUED FROM PAGE 25 WILMETTE Children’s Day spring-cleaning farm chores as well as Linden SquareBunnyHop Hosted by Fleetwood-Jourdain Commu- snacks and beverages.wagnerfarm.org Bring the family out to Linden Square nityCenter, this dayisdedicatedto DATE/TIME TBD to celebrate spring.The eventin- children. Eventsinclude face MAY18-19 GLENVIEW cludes hunting for surprises painting,food,games and en- SKOKIE Happy Noon Year Party and hopping after the tertainment. Free.cityofe- 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Children ages 3to9don’t have to wait bunnywho visits all of vanston.org Skokie Festival of Cultures until midnighttocelebrate. They can the participating busi- Travel the world rightinyour ownback- come to the Park Center and make nesses.Thereare yard. This annual fest celebrates Skokie’s crafts,playgames,jump in inflatables pictures with the diversitywith music,dance, food, and celebrate with aballoon drop at bunny, and a crafts,children’s games and more from noon. glenviewparks.org chancetomeet avarietyofworld cultures.Thereare local firefight- also cultural booths and displays.skok- DATETBD ers and extras ieculturefest.org SKOKIE likefacepaint- IttyBittyNew Year HIGHLAND PARK (Above)Children have their owncele- ing and balloons.Free. wil- 10 a.m.-noon Late Night HP bration with Skokie’s Itty Bitty New mettechamber.org photos.com/Svetlana Saratova Help the little ones usher in anew year Looking for something to do later at Year completewith aballoon drop at noon.Glencoe hosts its annual Winter with acelebration at the Oakton Com- nightonaweekend?Throughout the Carnival with lots of run and games. WINNETKA GLENVIEW munityCenter. Activities include acraft, year stores and restaurants in down- EggHunt Springtime on the Farm facepainting,snacks and aballoon drop townHighland Park stayopen late, Bring your ownbasket and get ready to Spring is abusy time on afarm full of Springtime on the Farm at Glenview’s at noon. skokieparks.org some until 11 p.m. or lateronthe week- cludes music education and an oppor- fill it with fun. Children ages 3to8can new beginnings.Visit friendly livestock, Wagner Farm includes tractorrides and ends.Thereare avarietyoffreeper- tunitytoshowcase students’talents. huntfor goody-filled eggs at West Elm makeaspring craft,work the fields experiencing lifeonaworking farm. 2013 JANUARY formances and entertainmentranging ethsjazz.com from jazz to classical to rock. GLENCOE cityhpil.com GLENVIEW Winter Carnival Kiddie Gras Join in the seasonal fun at theWatts Ice WINNETKA Children can celebrate Cajun style with Center.Fromsledding and icesculpting Winter Carnival their ownpersonal age-appropriate to games and s’mores thereisno Shakeoffthe cabin fever and come out Mardi Gras at Park Center.The eventin- end to the winterfun. glen- for some family fun. If weather cooper- cludes crafts,games and activities as coeparkdistrict.com atesenjoythe joys of snowand ice well as aCajun meal completewith with activities such as outdoor ice music and amini balloon drop to end skating at HubbardWoods.Re- the evening.glenviewparks.org freshments will be served. winpark.org SKOKIE Winter Chilly Fest FEBRUARY Embracethe cold for old-fashioned winterfood and fun. Held over two EVANSTON days,enjoyachili dinner overlooking Jazz Festival the pond at the Emily Oaks NatureCen- It doesn’t get much ter. Theareaisdecoratedwith glittering cooler than jazz at lights and guests can skate,snowshoe EvanstonTownship or takeahayride through the wood- High School.The all- lands.Snowand icegames will also be dayfestival brings together hundreds of offered along with acampfirefor

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GLENCOE Fourth of July Celebration Aday full of fun starts with morning games and progresses with apetting zoo, artfair,fun run and parade.The celebration continues with abarbecue with entertainmentand fireworks to enjoyfromthe shores of Glencoe Beach. glencoeparkdistrict.com Summer is packed with fun from Skokie’s Backlot Bash, left,and Glen- HIGHLAND PARK coe’s Grand Prix, top, to Highwood’s Theannual parade kicks off at 10 a.m. tasty Bloody MaryFest. with floats,bands and lots of fun for all ages.The parade is followedbyafesti- valinSunset Park featuring apetting silentauction, entertainmentand re- zoo, rides,liveentertainmentandcon- freshments arealso partofthe event. cessions.Oncethe sun sets,look to the Ride.Proceeds benefit Glencoe schools. rotatesthrough music,movies,dancing DawesPark is transformed into a global glenviewchamber.com skies for the fireworks showheld at SUMMER glencoegrandprix.com and family fun on the green. village with flags from hundreds ofna- Wolters Field.cityhpil.com http://wednesdaysonthegreen.com/ tions represented. Experiencemusic, GLENVIEW JUNE GLENVIEW dance, arts and crafts,food,visual art IndependenceDay Celebration HIGHLAND PARK AnnualDairyBreakfast and Farm Day JULY and spoken word from around the Theday kicks off with abikeparade Sidewalk Sale Days JUNE 15-16 Bring the family to Wagner Farm for world.cityofevanston.org typically held at 11 a.m. followedbya 9a.m.-5 p.m. EVANSTON breakfast,tours,demonstrations, DEERFIELD main parade.Thereisalso atwilight This three-day sale is afavorite featur- Custer’s Last Stand wagon rides and more. wagnerfarm.org Deerfield Family Days EVANSTON showand fireworks on the grounds of ing special sales in the CentralBusiness Hosted by the PiccoloTheatrethisevent This two-dayevent celebratesfire- Fourth of July the Glenview Park Golf Course.glen- District. cityhpil.com is adelightfor the senses.Two stages HIGHWOOD works,fun, food,family and friends. Activities startwith family games viewparks.org —ashowstage and afestival stage Bloody MaryFest Eventsinclude aflag raising ceremony, throughout the cityculminating in the HIGHWOOD —offer avarietyofentertainment.The Professional and amateur mixologists liveentertainment, apancakebreak- finals of the citywide tennis tourna- THURSDAYSINJULY Highwood Festival Days festival also includes morethan 250 ar- competefor the title of the Best Bloody fast,artsand crafts fair,abikeparade as ment. In the afternoon thereisagala This annual three-day festival is held in tisans and crafters,150 local business Maryinthe Midwest.This full dayfest well as atraditional parade,dog show, parade on Center Street.Anevening GLENVIEW the Metralot downtown. 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Join in the sailboatregat- fair on the North Shore, it features the fers aviewing of artists tasorkayakexcursions at work of morethan 225 artists.The two- work on theVillage Green Glencoe Boating Beach. dayfestival also includes liveentertain- along with free artactivi- glencoeparkdistrict.com mentand achildren’s arttent. cityofe- ties for all ages.artistson- vanston.org thebluff.org GLENVIEW AnnualSummer Fair at GLENCOE JUNE-AUGUST Lyons School Glencoe Grand Prix BikeRace This two-dayevent is a DowntownGlencoe is transformed into SKOKIE showcase for artists and is aprofessional cycling course with activ- Wednesdays on the Green sponsored by the Glenview ities throughout the week.The event 7p.m. ArtLeague and Glenview drawsamateur to professional cyclists EveryWednesdaynight Chamber of Commerce.A and is partofthe USA Cycling National thereissomething to Criterium. 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Gather at the MortonCivic Center to cel- as aGarlic Queen competition. cele- ebrate Evanston’s diversityand back to bratehighwood.com activities ending with fireworks at dusk. school time.The celebration includes northbrookjuly4th.org food,games and entertainment. city- LAKE FOREST ofevanston.org Lake Forest Days NORTHFIELD TheAmerican Legion Post 264 has been Fourth of July GLENCOE hosting this celebration since1921.The Meet inWillowPark for lots of family Glencoe Festival of Art two-dayevent includes araffle,parade activities including wheelbarrow races This annual two-day festival is held in with adifferenttheme each year and and an egg toss.Thereisalso abikepa- downtownGlencoe and features more Carnival inWest Park with rides,games, rade to participate in and enjoy. north- than 100 artists from around the world. food and beverages.post264.org fieldparkdistrict.org Look for artdemonstrations,livemusic, food and children’s activities as well. 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It combines food out the participants.The procession from area restaurants and continual live SEPTEMBER ends in the park wherethereislivemu- music and danceperformances.The JULY4 NORTHBROOK NORTHBROOK sic until fireworks at dusk.skokie.org popular artfestival is celebrating its HIGHWOOD LAKE BLUFF Artinthe Park –ANorthbrook Fine Arts Fourth of July 30th year in 2013 and drawsmorethan Inferno Fest Fourth of July Parade Festival All day WILMETTE 250 fine artists to the juried festival. Get fired up for this newer festival that 10 a.m. Morethan 70 fine artists showtheir Beginning with pancakes in the park at Summerfest Thereisalso ayouth artists division and debuted in 2012. Spicyfood and drink This annual parade features drill teams, work during this two-dayfestival.In 7a.m. it is aday-long celebration. 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DANCE Above,back row, Tage Larsen, left, and TheNorth ShoreSchool of Danceisa David Inmon of Ars Viva!Symphony. professional school with six studios in twolocations in Highland Park and mission.Thecenterisopen from 9a.m. Highwood.The school has twodance to 4:30 p.m. Mondaythrough Saturday. troops,North ShoreDanceCompany 1957 Sheridan Road.847-432-1888; and North ShoreRepertory.NSSD pres- theartcenterhp.org ents ayearly production of “The Nut- cracker.” 505 Laurel Ave.,Suite 102, MARYAND LEIGH BLOCK Highland Park,847-432-2060; 107 MUSEUM OF ART Highwood Ave.,Highwood,847-266- Locatedonthe campus of Northwestern 1758; northshoredance.com University, this fine arts museum with This list is not all inclusive natedfor and wonmanyJoseph Jeffer- professional plays.Its currentproduc- THE WILMETTE THEATRE four galleries has arich and diverse per- ORCHESTRAS son Awards.9501 Skokie Blvd.,Skokie; tion,“Tusk,Tusk,” will run through Oct. 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he cities and towns on the four natural areas.Inaddition, the and events throughout the year. North Shorehavemany gardens standasanexample of Come winter thereisnoshort- greatqualities,but its lo- architectureincommunion with age of optionsfor outdoor fun. cation alongand near the nature. It also offers along his- Some park districts have sledding Tshores of LakeMichigan tory.Founded in 1890, the hills and others maintain outdoor provides access to amazing Chicago Horticultural Societywas icerinks when weather permits. scenery, recreation and natural built around the idea that Some even have outdoor lighting treasures others travel far and Chicago was incorporated with to let skaters enjoythe activity widetoenjoy. the Latinwords“Urbs in Horto,” even when sunlight is in short Thebeaches along the lake which translates to "cityinagar- supply. offer seasonal fun from swim- den."The gardens areeverchang- Forthose who like to combine ming and boating to fishing or ing.The season and the holidays their appreciation foropen space just relaxing on the sandy shores. bring the popular Wonderland Ex- with activerecreation thereare Forthose unfamiliar with riding press with morethan 750,00 plentyofgolf courses.Thereare the waves, avarietyofpark dis- lights and seasonal florals.Don’t easy 9-hole courses fornewbies trictprograms and camps teach have agreen thumb? Thebotanic or thosewanting aquick game as sailingand kayaking and there gardens offer awide range of well as along list of privateclubs PhotobyChicago Botanic Garden areplentyofopportunities to workshops and programs from The Chicago Botanic Gardens in Glencoe offers 385 acres of natural beauty.This waterfall garden is with courses designed forcompe- rent boats foraday of fun. Even in gardening to naturephotogra- one of 25 displaygardens and four natural areas to explore. tition and challenge. colder seasons the beaches offer phy. No matter howyou like to ascenic area forwalks. North Shoreresidents value morethan 800 acres of land.The wild lifeincluding whooping spend time outdoors —sitting on One of the crownjewels of the open spaceand ecology as preservesinclude prairies,savan- cranes and other birds and ani- abeach, exploring gardens or North ShoreisChicago Botanic demonstratedinthe large num- nas,woodlands,wetlands, mals. playing sports,the North Shore Gardens in Glencoe.Explorenine ber of nature centers and natural marshes and more. In addition to Many of the naturecenters communities work hardtomake islands composing 385 acres that area preserves. Lake Forest Open wildflowers and nativeplants,the serve as educational resourcesof- surethereare plentyofopportu- feature25displaygardens and Lands Association has preserved preservesdrawawide range of fering exhibits,special programs nities to get out and play. n

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FOREST PARK BEACH LAKE SHERMERVILLE Lake&Deerpath roads,LakeForest Wood Oaks Green cityoflakeforest.com 1150 Sanders Road,Northbrook Bring your ownorrentasailboat, nbparks.org kayak, windsurfer or paddle boats. 14.7 acrelakeforcatchand release fishing. GILLSON PARK photobyChicago Botanic Gardens LakeAvenue at LakeMichigan, MILLARD PARK Above,Chicago Botanic Gardens has lakebluffparks.org Wilmette 35 Ravine Drive, Highland Park nine islands of natural beauty includ- Guarded swimming seasonally.Thereis wilmettepark.org pdhp.org ing Evening Island.Gillson Beach in Wil- playequipment, complimentarybeach Sailboating allowedaswell as sailboat mette, at left,offers sailboatrentals. chairs and games.Access is free toresi- rentals. GARDEN/NATURE dents and available for afee to non-res- CENTERS idents. LAKEFRONT PARK cityofevanston.org 55 Hazel Ave.,Glencoe CHICAGO BOTANIC GARDENS Cost for admission. BIKE TRAIL glencoeparkdistrict.com 1000 LakeCook Road,Glencoe Home to Perlman Boat Beach with 847-835-5440 LIGHTHOUSE BEACH ROBERT MC CLORYBIKE Porter Bennett Boathouse. chicagobotanic.org CentralStreet at Sheridan Road, PATH/NORTH SHORE/GREEN Youcan come back again and again Evanston BAYTRAIL LAKE SHERMERVILLE throughout the seasons to explore 385- cityofevanston.org Access in Higland Park at St.Johns and Wood Oaks Green acres featuring 25 displaygardens and Cost for admission. Laurel avenues. 1150 Sanders Road,Northbrook four natural areas situatedonnine is- Asphalt and crushed limestone nbparks.org lands surrounded by LakeMichigan. ROSEWOOD PARK AND BEACH Totals 26.5 miles.The trail takes riders 14.7 acrelakeallows canoeing. Dedicatedtoeducation and conserva- OUTDOORS Swimming allowedseasonally at this Park: 45 RogerWilliams Ave. in Ravinia through Highland Park,Highwood, Fort tion thereare classes,programs, flower 59.2-acrebeach and park.Thereisalso neighborhood Sheridan, LakeForest,LakeBluff and PARK AVENUE BOATING shows and awide varietyofspecial This list is not all-inclusive adog beach. Decal required for resi- Beach: 883 Sheridan Road into Waukegan and on toWisconsin. FACILITY events held throughout the year.In dents.Thereisafee for nonresidents. Highland Park 8Park Ave.,Highland Park winteritistransformed to Wonderland pdhp.org BOATING pdhp.org Express with 750,000 lights and breath- BEACHES GREEWOOD STREET BEACH Hiking trails lead to the shoreline,an Both aconcreteramp and sand ramp taking indoor landscaping for amodel BATHING &BOATING BEACH Greenwood Street at the lakefront, oak savanna bluff and the Jen Jensen CHANNELSIDE PARK accommodate powerboats,sailboats train display. 15 Park Ave.,Glencoe Evanston Reflecting Pool.The beach is open dusk 3219 Main St., Skokie and personal watercrafts.Rentals are glencoeparkdistrict.com cityofevanston.org to dawn. Check for lifeguardavailability skokieparks.org available from May5through Oct. 27. ECOLOGY CENTER/LADD Lakefrontbeach with swimming avail- seasonally. Boat launch available for non- ARBORETUM able seasonally. KENILWORTH BEACH motorized boats. SUNRISE PARK AND BEACH 2024 McCormick Blvd.,Evanston 419 Kenilworth Ave.,Kenilworth MORAINE PARK 1E.Sunrise Ave.,LakeBluff 847-448-8256 CLARK STREET BEACH villageofkenilworth.org Sheridan and Moraine roads,Highland CHURCH STREET POWER lakebluffparks.org cityofevanston.org Clark Street at Sheridan Road,Evanston Open seasonally.Thereare residentand Park BOAT RAMP Single and double kayaks areavailable Provides anumber of programs,camps cityofevanston.org non residentfees to access the beach. 847-579-3130; pdhp.org Church Street at the lakefront, Evanston for rent. and special events focused on ecology Beach access. cityofevanston.org FOREST PARK BEACH LAKEFRONT PARK Launch permits arerequired.Ramp Lakeand Deerpath roads,LakeForest 55 Hazel Ave.,Glencoe MILLARD PARK available for powerboats,sailboats and cityoflakeforest.com glencoeparkdistrict.com 35 Ravine Drive, Highland Park personal watercraft. Locatedonmorethan 37 acres of beach Swimming seasonally.Beach includes pdhp.org and bluff area. Proof of residencyisre- the Adda &Paul Safran Beach House. Beach access. DAMMRICH BOATING CENTER quired to access the beach on weekends 3220Oakton St., Skokie and holidays.Thereisaboatlaunch and LANGDON PARK SOUTH BOULEVARD BEACH 847-674-1500;skokieparks.org sailboats,kayaks,windsurfers and pad- 1398 Sheridan Road,Wilmette South Boulevardatthe lakefront, Non-motorized boatlaunch situated dle boats areavailable for rent. wilmettepark.org Evanston near a5,000-square-foot indoor train- Swimming allowedseasonally. cityofevanston.org ing center.Nocost to launch. Available GILLSON PARK Cost for admission. Sheridan Road and Michigan Avenue, LEE STREET BEACH Wilmette LeeStreet and LakeShoreBoulevard, SUNRISE PARK AND BEACH All ages enjoythe Model Railroad Gar- den on exhibit through October at wilmettepark.org Evanston 1E.Sunrise Ave.,LakeBluff Chicago Botanic Gardens in Glencoe.

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