The Great 2015 TasteFest hosted by the Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce lived up to its name, providing an amazing selection of local tastes in one elegant setting. Our Menu Monday feature
A Classic Favorite with an Exciting Twist! Not only is that how you will feel about the atmosphere when you’re in Grassroots being served by owner Todd Rhodes, but that’s exactly what
The much-anticipated opening of Shakou Barrington arrived Monday, and a few of us from 365Barrington.com were the first patrons through the door, excited to enjoy lunch together and share in Shakou’s opening
The NFL’s Big Game is just hours away, with the Denver Broncos and the Seattle Seahawks preparing to meet at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. For many, this day is all about
The Tasty Tuesday initiative in Barrington 220 elementary schools is inspiring parents to incorporate the featured ingredient of the month into more of their recipes at home. I know our family will
If you are looking for something to do in Barrington almost any night, you don’t have to look further than L’Eiffel Bistrot & Creperie at The Arboretum of South Barrington. This picturesque,
Now that the new school year is in full swing, the Barrington 220 School District has brought back “Tasty Tuesday”, a lunchtime initiative in our school cafeterias aimed at teaching students about
Coming up this Friday and Saturday is one of my favorite events in Barrington. Over the years I have enjoyed attending, volunteering, and most of all performing cooking demonstrations at the Barrington
At my church, Willow Creek this past Sunday, our pastor Bill Hybels was discussing the importance of celebrating Dads on Father’s Day. He claimed that being a Dad takes tremendous dedication and
Spring has finally sprung here in Barrington and one of the most popular things to do around town in warmer weather is dining al fresco. Since dining outdoors is only an option
This One Time…at Band Camp – A Great Story I Will Tell My Grandkids Local Dad and business-owner Mark Whitaker has found a better way to entertain a crowd at a party
Mother’s Day is this weekend. As a mother of three, I can tell you one thing. Unless she insists otherwise, your Mom does not want to cook. If you haven’t already made
With Cinco de Mayo right around the corner, we have a recipe duo to get you in the mood. Nothing says “fiesta” like fabulous food made with less money and time spent
There’s something cooking at the Barrington 220 school district. It’s a Future Chefs competition for all children in grades 4-5. The competition is being hosted by Sodexo, our district’s food service provider,
I sometimes find the holiday merchandising a bit much, when in-your-face gimmicks and knick-knacks greet me at every store. But come Easter season, I am grateful for the reminders, as any holiday