Something I so love about my blog, A Life From Scratch, is the doors it has opened and the people I have
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We’re focusing on local FOOD for today’s NoonDaily Update, our new approach to gathering information and sharing the good things happening in
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Congratulations to Barrington’s own Heart of Europe Cafe for being named “Best Doughnut Shop” in the state of Illinois! Buzzfeed.com recently compiled
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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
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Autumn is undoubtedly my favorite season. With the cool crisp air comes apple season. There’s nothing like a fresh picked apple. This
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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
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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
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One of America’s great pastimes is in season: The Football Tailgate. It’s time to eat drink and root for your favorite time
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Barrington’s newest restaurant, Farmhouse on North, is getting rave reviews after officially opening for business. Farmhouse serves fresh, homemade food prepared with
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In the last days of summer I’m always looking for ways to soak up every last bit of sunshine. After a long summer
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Tickets are selling fast to Smart Farm of Barrington’s third annual Farm to Table dinner coming up on Saturday, September 17th. Chefs
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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
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It’s a great weekend to bring the whole family to Heinen’s Grocery as they celebrate Hatch Chiles from New Mexico! All are
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The Kiss Melons I featured in our last Heinen’s 4PM Panic post were so delicious, I wanted to share one more recipe
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When I recently discovered Kiss Melons in Heinen’s produce department, I was inspired to come up with something new. I’ve made melon
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