JANUARY 2020 Exploring Life in the Fox Old House New House Home Show February 7th – 9th Naperville Restaurant Week The Elgin Symphony Kicks Off 2020 Geneva Restaurant Week FoxValleyMagazine.com Page 1 6 12 62 34 10 44 18 38 FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / JANUARY 2020 dining + cuisine lifestyle 4 The Redemption Cocktail Recipe 30 Celebrate Mistakes! – Javier Villaneuva, Wildflower Squad – Ann Marie Guenther, That Girl Organizes 6 Featured Dishes 32 New Technology Available at One Salon and Bridal Co. 10 Geneva Restaurant Week – Ami Christianson, One Salon And Bridal Company 34 Is Crating Your Dog Okay? 12 Naperville Restaurant Week – Tomas Szklarski, Owner Of Waggy Tails feature events 38 36th Annual Old House New House Home Show 16 Geneva Park District January 2020 Events Returns 18 Elgin History Museum Events arts + entertainment 20 Chuck Jones™ Season of Creativity Exhibit 44 Arts and Entertainment Around The Fox Valley at Gail Borden Public Library business 22 Naper Settlement Events and Programs 58 2020… In With The New Employment Laws – Bil Boznos, Boznos Law Office 26 North Central College January Events out + about 62 Snapshots of what’s going on around The Fox Publisher/Advertising: Kevin Ketchum NEXXUS Publishing [email protected] | 800-564-8024 x107 524 W. State St., Suite E Geneva, IL 60134 Production: Laura Vari 800-564-8024 [email protected] FoxValleyMagazine.com Page 3 dining + cuisine My passion for learning, teaching and history is undeniable, but I was The Redemption struggling financially, so I began moonlighting as COCKTAIL RECIPE BY JAVIER VILLANUEVA OF THE WILDFLOWER SQUAD a bartender just to make ends meet, and unexpect- This is a tequila cocktail showcasing the depth of agave, while paying tribute to edly fell madly in love with the prickly pear. every aspect of the bar business. A cacti fruit that demands respect, precision and love. While working with prick- ly pears always wear gloves and have a trusty cheesecloth available! The seeds For my squad and I it is of the fruit are edible, but I prefer to strain them out. about so much more than making a great cocktail. Some research also suggests that prickly pear cactus extract may lessen the It’s about memories, mu- unpleasant effects of a hangover, possibly due to its anti-inflammatory effects. sic, history and sharing those moments, ensuring you embrace the present, For the prickly pear juice I use: 6 prickly pears, 3 small guavas, ginger, 1 lime, 1 reflect on the past and se- lemon and 3 oz simple syrup. Add all ingredients to your juicer and fine strain curing a bright future. with cheesecloth. Enjoy the good vibes. Javier is the President/His- • 1.75 oz El Major Reposado torian for The Wildflower • 1 oz Prickly Pear juice Squad which is Bartend- • .5 oz Lime juice ing Service for Private • .25 oz simple syrup Events as well as offering • Pinch of salt consulting for Bar own- • Barspoon of Boomerang Cherry Liqueur ers who can be reached • 1 dehydrated blood orange at 1-630-809-7692 or by email at bookus@wild- Add all ingredients to your shaker tin and shake vigorously for 15 seconds. Fine flowersquad.com. strain over clear ice and garnish with a dehydrated blood orange. The Wildflower Squad Bartending for Private Events & Bar Consulting 1-630-809-7692 FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / JANUARY 2020 COCKTAIL RECIPE BY JAVIER VILLANUEVA OF THE WILDFLOWER SQUAD FoxValleyMagazine.com Page 5 dining + Featured Dishes cuisine Must try appetizers, entrees, desserts or cocktails available at local Fox Valley restaurants. BBQ Brisket Grilled Cheese Our BBQ Brisket Grilled Cheese is featured on our winter menu at 1910. Everything is carefully made from scratch from the owner handpicking the USDA prime brisket and expertly smoking it from morning until night. It’s flavors are enhanced with the slathering of home made Bourbon BBQ Sauce, Modelo Beer mustard and Garlic aioli spread on either side of the bread. You can’t go wrong when all of these flavors are melted together with Jack Cheese while it toasts on the grill. Visit 1910geneva.com for more information and to book a reservation! 1910 Geneva 30 W. State Street, Geneva, IL 60134 1-630-845-9100 Grand Shellfish Platter Alaskan King Crab - Maine Lobster tail - Florida Shrimp - East/West Coast Oysters. Catch 35 Naperville 35 S Washington St., Naperville, IL 60540 1-630-717-3500 FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / JANUARY 2020 The EPH Wedge A Wedge of Cold Iceberg Lettuce, topped with Grilled Chicken, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Grape Tomato, Bleu Cheese Crumbles, Onion Thai Shrimp & Scallops Crisps and EPH Horseradish Thousand Island Blistered Green Beans, Shiitake Mushrooms, Dressing. Sweet Grape Tomatoes, Thai Lemongrass Sauce, and Ginger Rice. Elgin Public House 219 E Chicago Street, Elgin, IL 60120 Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant 1-847-468-8810 3710 E Main St., St Charles, IL 60174 1-630-940-1000 Porterhouse for Two Every Wednesday we feature a Porterhouse for two which Includes a 24 oz Certified Angus Beef Porterhouse, two sides and two starters for only $55.95. Guests can add any appetizer on our Lobstah Roll menu for ten dollars more. An excellent special Lobster, celery, local greens, and remoulade. for date night! Craft Urban FoxFire 211 James St., Geneva, IL 60134 17 W State St., Geneva, IL 60134 1-331-248-8161 1-630-232-1369 FoxValleyMagazine.com Page 7 Traditional Fish & Chips Guinness battered cod filets, fresh cut fries, mushy peas, house slaw and tartar sauce. McNally’s Irish Pub 109 W. Main Street St. Charles, IL 60174 1-630-513-6300 Roasted Lamb Shoulder Lamb shoulder with caramelized potato gnocchi, baby beets, salsa verde, icicle radish, and cotija. Niche 14 S 3rd St Geneva, IL 60134 1-630-262-1000 Maple Brined Pork Tenderloin Charred carrot risotto, roasted pearl onions, cherry chipotle glaze. ROX City Grill 100 W. Main Street St. Charles, IL 60174 1-630-845-5800 FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / JANUARY 2020 Pozole Rich, brothy soup made with pork, hominy and red chiles. Topped with red cabbage, radishes, avocados and onions. Salsa Verde 1850 Lincoln Hwy, St. Charles, IL 60174 Chicken Mo Mo 1-630-444-0673 Minced Chicken mixed with our own (Also has locations in Batavia, Oswego and Yorkville) Nepalese spices and herbs than stuffed in a thin flour warp, steam and served with Nepalese Chutney. MO MO has become a traditional delicacy in Nepal. Taste of The Himalayas 110 N. 3rd Street, St. Charles, IL 60174 1-630-444-1575 Grilled Salmon Crunchy Basil Grilled Salmon fillet topped with mild sweet chili, bell pepper and fried basil leaves. Served with jasmine rice. Vinothai 3825 E. Main Street, St. Charles, IL 60174 1-630-443-8461 FoxValleyMagazine.com Page 9 dining + GENEVA RESTAURANT WEEK cuisine January 20 – 26th Geneva Chamber of Commerce is pleased to highlight culinary excellence by offering the Geneva Restaurant Week - an entire week of delicious discounted dining at some of Geneva’s finest restaurants! For ONE WEEK ONLY, Monday, January 20 through Sunday, January 26, foodies will be able to eat their hearts out at participating restaurants that will offer special menus. Specials many include a percentage off, special item(s) or a special menu. Some are per person, some are for two and some are options you will only find during Restaurant Week. Visit participating restaurants links FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / JANUARY 2020 at https://www.genevachamber.com/restaurant_week_in_ geneva.php. Explore scrumptious eats and leave the cooking utensils and dishes at home and join us as we celebrate Geneva’s thriving and unique culinary scene. Tickets and passes aren’t necessary for this week of discounted dining; show up at any participating location or call ahead to make a reservation to ensure your chance to indulge with these deep discounts. Visit Geneva Restaurant Week on the web at https://www.genevachamber.com/ restaurant_week_in_geneva.php. FoxValleyMagazine.com Page 11 dining + Ring In The New Year With cuisine NAPERVILLE RESTAURANT WEEK January 24th – February 8th With the start of a New Year comes the start of the seventh annual 2020 Naperville Restaurant Week. Beginning on January 24 and running until February 8, various restaurants throughout Naperville will be offering prix- fixe menus or daily discounts. From fine dining to fast food, there are many restaurants to choose from. Ranging from authentic Italian cuisine, to bakeries, to Pakistani cuisine, even the pickiest eater in your group will have something they can enjoy. Throughout a span of two weeks, it is the perfect opportunity to try a new restaurant or go to one of your favorites. Have lunch with a co-worker or catch up with friends over a delicious dinner and receive a great deal. Over the course of Naperville Restaurant Week’s seven-year run, the number of restaurants participating has increased significantly. Last year’s Restaurant FOX VALLEY MAGAZINE / JANUARY 2020 Week had over 50 restaurants for food- lovers to try. This is a great opportunity for local foodies and restaurant-goers to try a meal that is out of their comfort zone! Last year’s Restaurant Week was so popular, it was extended three additional days. It gave our Naperville restaurant- goers more time to visit the restaurants due to the Polar Vortex that descended upon Naperville. This year, we are welcoming back old and new participants to Restaurant Week. Some restaurants that are participating will be offering various daily discounts – ranging from a percentage off to a free appetizer. Enjoy free guacamole or queso blanco at Potters Place with purchase of two adult entrees; or save 20% on all in-store macaron purchases at A La Folie. In terms of prix-fixe menus, restaurants like Fat Rosie’s and Che Figata will be offering a prix-fixe lunch and dinner menu that will allow customers to choose an appetizer, entrée and dessert to complete their meal.