(PEORIA HEIGHTS, Ill.) — One of my go-to places on a weekend or when I have friends in town is Peoria Heights. Specifically, Heritage Square! In this area, you have any kind of food and drink option you’d need; plus it’s walkable! One of the newer tenants of Heritage Square is Water’s Edge Winery &Continue reading “Illinois Wine Tour: Water’s Edge Winery & Bistro”
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Central Illinois Rib Report: BC BBQ!
(PEKIN, Ill.) — It was a rainy & dreary day, which called for some good ole barbecue. Tonight’s Rib Report took me to Pekin, Illinois to check out BC BBQ on 14th Street. I like the outside vibe of the place. Feels like an old gas station meets a saloon. The service was very friendly,Continue reading “Central Illinois Rib Report: BC BBQ!”
Central Illinois Rib Report: Whitey’s BBQ/Crusen 29
(CREVE COEUR, Ill.) — It’s never a bad day for some barbecue, especially when it’s as phenomenal as Whitey’s BBQ at Crusens Rt 29. As we get into the meaty spread we were served, I want to give a huge shoutout to Mike White, the owner/founder, for his hospitality. We loved our time at Whitey’sContinue reading “Central Illinois Rib Report: Whitey’s BBQ/Crusen 29”
Pure joy can come in the smallest forms
As Bennett turns 6-months-old, I’ve taken some time to reflect on what a whirlwind life has been. Before I get into my own life changes, let me give the biggest shoutout to my smokin’ hot wife Rachel who endured quite the time during her pregnancy. Nearly 9 months of morning sickness, followed by a 26-hourContinue reading “Pure joy can come in the smallest forms”
Illinois Wine Tour: Mackinaw Valley Vineyard
(MACKINAW, Ill.) — Surrounded by scenic central Illinois countryside sits the beautiful Mackinaw Valley Vineyard. The vineyards were planted in 1997 and the Hahn family opened the winery in 2003. Mackinaw Valley Vineyard is well-known across central Illinois for anything from good wine, hosting live music and weddings, to stunning views. The winery has aContinue reading “Illinois Wine Tour: Mackinaw Valley Vineyard”
Central Illinois BBQ Rib Report: Dac’s Smokehouse!
(MORTON, Ill.) — On the search for amazing BBQ ribs across Central Illinois, there are a few key things I’m really looking for. Meatiness, seasoning, and sauce (which all tie into flavor). My 2nd Rib Report at Dac’s Smokehouse in Morton, Illinois nailed all of these aspects. But before we get to the main dish,Continue reading “Central Illinois BBQ Rib Report: Dac’s Smokehouse!”
Biggest recent home sales on Hilton Head Island
(HILTON HEAD ISLAND , SC) — While Hilton Head Island was only first incorporated as a town in 1983, it has clearly become a must-see destination for tourists around the world. It was first sighted 350 years ago by William Hilton, an English explorer. “Over the centuries, Hilton Head Island’s natural beauty, spectacular seascapes, exceptionalContinue reading “Biggest recent home sales on Hilton Head Island”
Central Illinois BBQ Rib Report: Brickhouse BBQ, Burgers & Brews!
(WASHINGTON, Ill.) — At any barbecue restaurant, I go straight to my tried & true barbecue ribs. I don’t have an exact number of the amount of ribs I’ve eaten over the years, but I’d imagine it’s inching near 1,000 at this point! So I’m setting out on the Central Illinois Rib Report! Let’s startContinue reading “Central Illinois BBQ Rib Report: Brickhouse BBQ, Burgers & Brews!”
Illinois Wine Tour: Tres Rojas Winery
(WASHINGTON, Ill.) — Nestled in the rural area of Washington, Illinois sits a relaxing getaway from the hustle & bustle of daily life. Surrounded by fields of grape vines is Tres Rojas Winery. Bob and Lisa Barry purchased the property off Cruger Rd. in Washington back in spring 2019. The official opening was in DecemberContinue reading “Illinois Wine Tour: Tres Rojas Winery”
ElectroBrew: Hydrating coffee ready to transform the sports world
(Peoria, Ill.) — People around the world struggle with maintaining a healthy balance between coffee intake and staying hydrated. Statistics show roughly 75% of Americans drink coffee on a daily basis, but studies show 50% of coffee consumers aren’t “adequately hydrating,” according to ElectroBrew. So that’s where the Peoria-based startup coffee business steps in. “ElectroBrewContinue reading “ElectroBrew: Hydrating coffee ready to transform the sports world”
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