(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”
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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!”
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”
I’m leaving TV news: Here’s what’s next
(Illinois) — It wasn’t an easy decision to leave TV news. Many times I’ve sat there, wondering if this is the right move. The sentence that pops in my mind every single time is “the right decision at the right time.” I believe that. It’s been an incredible nearly 5 years doing TV News. IContinue reading “I’m leaving TV news: Here’s what’s next”
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