Something I so love about my blog, A Life From Scratch, is the doors it has opened and the people I have gotten to meet. What started off as a mere space
We’re focusing on local FOOD for today’s NoonDaily Update, our new approach to gathering information and sharing the good things happening in and around Barrington, Illinois. Each day we publish a post
Congratulations to Barrington’s own Heart of Europe Cafe for being named “Best Doughnut Shop” in the state of Illinois! Buzzfeed.com recently compiled a list of the best doughnut shops by state according
Starting with one simple recipe we’re creating three delicious meals for your busy week. Roasted Chicken Three Ways. Your gang won’t get tired of chicken by having it three times in one week
Autumn is undoubtedly my favorite season. With the cool crisp air comes apple season. There’s nothing like a fresh picked apple. This weekend would be a perfect weekend for apple picking but,
I don’t think I’ve ever made two pots of chili exactly the same way. It’s what I love most about this dish. Brown the meat add the ingredients and let heat and time mingle
It’s apple season and Heinen’s Grocery is taking the opportunity to officially kick-off fall in style by celebrating AppleFest in all of our stores, including their Barrington location! All are invited to
One of America’s great pastimes is in season: The Football Tailgate. It’s time to eat drink and root for your favorite time from the comfort of your hatchback. Tailgates down, foam fingers
Barrington’s newest restaurant, Farmhouse on North, is getting rave reviews after officially opening for business. Farmhouse serves fresh, homemade food prepared with ingredients sourced from local farms. You’ll find the restaurant in
In the last days of summer I’m always looking for ways to soak up every last bit of sunshine. After a long summer of soaking up the sun, stone fruits are heavy with juice
Tickets are selling fast to Smart Farm of Barrington’s third annual Farm to Table dinner coming up on Saturday, September 17th. Chefs who share a passion for local food will prepare dishes
In this week’s Heinen’s 4PM Panic post, we’re celebrating the peak of Hatch Chile season! Heinen’s Grocery will be hosting their annual Hatch Chile Roast from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday,
It’s a great weekend to bring the whole family to Heinen’s Grocery as they celebrate Hatch Chiles from New Mexico! All are welcome to Heinen’s annual Hatch Chile Roast from 11 a.m.
The Kiss Melons I featured in our last Heinen’s 4PM Panic post were so delicious, I wanted to share one more recipe idea starring these sugary fruits for this week’s edition. Panzanella salad
When I recently discovered Kiss Melons in Heinen’s produce department, I was inspired to come up with something new. I’ve made melon salads and melon balls wrapped in prosciutto. But for this