Pumpkins are a quintessential part of North American heritage, from jack-o’-lanterns at Halloween or autumn decor to pumpkin pie at Thanksgiving. Outs
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Nowadays, making your own wine and beer at home is as easy as ordering a starter kit online. For those interested, plenty of information can be found
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Kati Lawrence, co-owner of Embe’s, is happy to work in a “family environment… an intimate place where we care about one another.” She adds, “We’re lik
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What is food fermentation? Fermentation is a metabolic process in which an organism converts a carbohydrate, such as starch or a sugar, into an alcoho
Read MoreFarm-to-table, farm-to-fork, field to feast… these are all foodie lingo for the social movement to promote local and regional cuisine, created from lo
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Looking to enjoy an evening with a significant other listening to music in a lovely setting? Looking to enjoy a leisurely lunch and conversation with
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In the August heat and sunshine, nothing surpasses a day on the Mississippi. But after several active – or lazy – hours swimming and sunning on the ri
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We all know there is no shortage of events in the local area, but the Midwest Garlic Fest in Elizabeth, IL is one that you will want to attend. Not on
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Galena Brew Fest is being held August 10 at Chestnut Mountain in Galena. The entry fee is $25. This gets you 24 sample tickets and a glass ($5 designa
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