Regional Dining Guide
Phillip Church, owner of Jezebel Gourmet Bistro, serves up a diverse menu in an intimate, charming atmosphere. (Karla Nagy photo)

Jezebel Gourmet Bistro: Intimate, Charming, Eclectic


Discover a new restaurant that’s cozy and inviting, and launched by a restaurateur who’s worked every part of the business.

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Kimberly Anderson-Farley, owner of Big Papa’s Barbecue.

Big Papa’s Barbecue: Created by Demand

There’s something good wafting through the air near Machesney Park Mall. Discover a new place that started with a sauce and a food truck that become a popular attraction.

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Crystal Douglas, owner of Wired Café in Rockford, gained valuable advice and assistance from her daughters Maggie (left) and Shanna (right). (Rebecca O'Malley photo)

Wired Cafe: Coffee is Just Part of the Experience

Meet a restaurant owner whose love for coffee was the start of her exciting new place in downtown Rockford. Discover her unique brews and delicious bakery menu.

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Owners and brothers Tyler and Chris Soukup.

Baumgartner’s Cheese Store & Tavern: The Simple Pleasures

These brothers believe in tradition, and there’s plenty of it at this longtime staple in Monroe, Wis. Step inside and discover some delicious Wisconsin dishes.

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Maja Bilich, center, helps her parents with operations at 2nd Cousins. At left is server Aleana Bond, and at right is server Andie Link. (Rebecca O'Malley photo)

2nd Cousin’s Bar & Grill: A Cozy Place For Sports and Nightlife

Meet a family that always welcomes a diverse crowd at this bar, and see what delicious food specials are in store every day.

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Jerry Paulson Exits as NLI Director

FROM NATURAL LAND INSTITUTE: ROCKFORD — Hundreds of people from all over Illinois and as far away as Washington D.C. attended Natural Land Institute’s Annual Dinner on March 19, 2013…
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Celebrate Easter in the Old Northwest Territory

Looking for a church service or an Easter celebration to visit this weekend? Here is a small sampling of events.

Discover a New Career at RVC Health Care Fair

FROM ROCK VALLEY COLLEGE: ROCKFORD — Thursday, April 11 and Friday, April 12, 2013 will mark the tenth time in the last thirteen years that Rock Valley College and the…
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