Flossmoor has long been known as being a “hidden gem,” but it is no longer such a secret. People are taking notice, which was confirmed by a recent article in Crain’s Chicago Business titled, “The Suburb With the Strongest Housing Market So Far This Year.”
Author: Carrie Steinweg
Schools adapt to increased prevalence of food allergies
An estimated 32 million Americans have food allergies, including 5.6 million children under 18, according to the Food Allergy Research & Education organization (FARE). That equates to about one in 13 kids or roughly two in each classroom.
Forever Yogurt celebrates five years of serving frozen treats in Homewood
This month marks five years for the Forever Yogurt self-serve frozen yogurt shop located in the Cherry Creek Shopping Center in Homewood. Josette Fourte of Homewood, who owns the franchise with her husband, Kevin, admits that she’s not a fan of traditional yogurt.
Cottage on Dixie to reopen with reduced hours, modified menu
On June 23, owners of The Cottage on Dixie announced the restaurant was closing. Four days later, citing community support and a change of operating plans, owners announced the restaurant would reopen July 18.
Cottage on Dixie abruptly closes, owner seeks break and a buyer
The Cottage on Dixie, a well loved Homewood farm-to-table eatery has closed its doors, leaving a void for diners seeking organic, locally sourced ingredients and creative, upscale dishes.
Flossmoor Station hosts Pre-Dark Lord Day with annual Wooden Hell release
Self-described beer geeks traveled from far and wide to sample Wooden Hell, arguably Flossmoor Station’s rarest and most renown brew. They converged to sample and pick up bottles of Wooden Hell beer at the brewery’s annual Pre-Dark Lord beer fest.
Newest distillery operating from former Thornton 1857 Brewery
The Well at the Distillery is the South Suburbs’ newest distillery, but it’s not the first time alcohol has been produced in its Thornton location. The business at 400 E. Margaret St. is producing craft gin, vodka, whiskey and rum in the same spot where beer was brewed for a century.
Retired educator helps improve the world through pie baking
Combining her desire to make a difference and her ability to make a darned good pie, CeCe Coffey of Homewood started a venture earlier this year of baking pies for charity. With her years of experience in baking and skills learned in a specialized cooking class, it seems the perfect[Read More…]
Vegging Out: Vegan and plant-based diets gaining popularity in the suburbs
Enjoying their dining experience that included roasted tomato soup at La Voute bistro-bar in Homewood are, from left, Vivian Amos, Marie Jasica, Henry Jasica, Carl Boyens, Kathy Boyens and Darlene Obejda. (Photo by Mary Compton/H-F Chronicle) With obesity rates at an all-time high and heart-disease, diabetes and other health conditions on the rise,[Read More…]
Sister Mary Jo becomes internet sensation after throwing first pitch
Sister Mary Jo Sobieck, a nun of the Dominican Order of Springfield, who was bestowed the honor of throwing out a ceremonial first pitch in celebration of Marian Catholic High School’s 60th anniversary threw a strike — and went viral on social media.
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