Valentine’s Day
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‘Johnny Was’ Silk Kimono & Rosamunde blush cotton lace trimmed tank - $78 w/ Bebeka rose quartz & fresh water pearl necklaces. Careful Peach, Oak Park. $150 and up.
Swarovski crystal embellished belt. York Furrier, Elmhurst. $269 and up.
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Take a trip. This rolling travel bag comes in assorted colors and romantic red. Filoni, Oak Park
Mark Moroney Advertising Director Dawn Ferencak Display Advertising Sales Mark Stopeck, Joseph Chomiczewski Advertising Coordinator Kristen Benford Circulation Manager Jill Wagner Distribution Coordinator Shanez Hudson Publisher Dan Haley
‘Sabia’ boiled wool throw, 50 x 70” Jeanine Gundcheon’s Galleries etc., Forest Park.
Introducing The Al Pastor Boss! Let’s Taco ‘bout it...
The Boss is heating things up in frosty February with the all-new Al Pastor Burger. Angus beef is generously topped with south of the border inspired slow cooked Al Pastor pulled pork, griddle seared pineapple, pickled red onions and cilantro. All tucked in a Brioche bun. Single $5.99. 1/3lb. (pictured) $6.79. 1/2lb. $8.04. And for a little sweet treat, enjoy none other than a Chocolate Covered Strawberry Shake! Hurry on down to Burger Boss in Elmwood Park as these signature specialties only last through the month of February!
7512 W. NORTH AVENUE ELMWOOD PARK • 708.452.7288 THEBURGERBOSS.COM
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Cucina thinks Valentine’s is so nice, you should celebrate it twice! Love that magical day? Cucina has you covered, this year, make it Valentwice! Couples, reserve your table now, and enjoy dinner at Cucina on Valentine’s Weekend... and be sure to enter to win your second celebration - A $250 Gift certificate to the Wit Hotel Downtown Chicago. Win at Cucina, then Valentwice! Happy Valentine’s from Cucina Paradiso! Cucina will open at 4pm February 13th and February 14th.
814 North Blvd., Oak Park, IL (708) 848.3434 www.cucinaoakpark.com
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Fill this adorable little guy with eep them all your worries and sleep etto's Toy away at night. Geppetto's Store, Oak Park..
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Love and Friendship - send your love along, stick one in your child's lunch. Magic Tree Bookstore, Oak Park.
LOVE Six course, price fixed menu for
Valentine’s Day
Two seatings for dinner: 6pm or 6:30pm and 8pm or 8:30pm Call now for reservations
A Stylish European Eatery Relaxed fine dining experience in a warm and elegant setting. Open for lunch & dinner Tuesday thru Sunday. 189 North Marion St. Oak Park Open for lunch and dinner Tue- Sun. Reservations: 708.613.5491 Custom Party packages available for birthdays, anniversaries and showers with a full bar and seating for fifty guests.
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ONE LOVE book and doll set. Magic Tree Bookstore, Oak Park.
200 Piece puzzle - because projects completed together make us better families. Magic Tree Bookstore.
These thinking putties come so that you can address individually - in place of a valentine - and they are fantastic! Geppetto's Toy Store, Oak Park.
VALENTINE’S DAY SPECIAL MENU
Starters (choose one) -Shaved Squash Salad with Crumbled Feta and Roasted Sunflower Seeds over Organic Arugula with Italian Vinaigrette -Steamed Prince Edward Island Mussels with Garlic, White Wine, Parsley and Butter -Butternut Squash Bisque -Poached Pear Salad with Gorgonzola Crumbles, Candied Walnuts over Arugula with Lemon Vinaigrette
Main Course (choose one) -Sautéed Salmon Filet Topped With Spinach Cream Sauce, Served With Vegetables -Steak Diane, Served With Garlic Mashed Potatoes - House Made Ravioli Stuffed With Smoked Duck Topped With Caramelized Onion And Roasted Red Pepper Sauce -Roasted Root Vegetables Over Fontina Polenta And Swiss Chard
Dessert (choose one) -Strawberry Mousse -Tiramisu Gelato -Warm Apple Crostada -Chocolate Bundt Cake
$37.00 Per Person Plus tax & gratuity
225 harrison oak park, il 60304 708.358.8555 • www.trattoria225.com Monday-Saturday 5:00-10:00 • Sunday Supper 4:00-9:00
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THANK YOU FOR YOUR FRIENDSHIP AND PATRONAGE THIS PAST YEAR! JOIN US FEBRUARY 11TH AS WE REOPEN! Please make your Valentine’s reservations through amanda@marionstreetcheesemarket.com or opentable.com
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Deviled Quail Eggs, Duck Rillette Crostinis, Braised Mussels
2nd Course: Choice of
Lobster Bisque - Chives, Dried Foie Gras and Essence of Lemon OR Poached Pear Salad - Red Wine Poached, Swiss Chard, Marcona Almonds, Duck Confit, Golden Raisins, Citrus Wine Vinaigrette, Foie Gras
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Foie Gras Stuffed Scallop - Acorn Squash Puree, Beet Coulis, Micro Salad OR Lobster Ravioli with Artichoke Hearts, Fingerling Potatoes, Tarragon Lemon Butter, Grated Foie Gras
4th Course:
Beef Tenderloin Medallions - Duck Rillette and Foie Gras Butter, Short Rib & Potato Hash, Zucchini OR Roasted Lamb Rack - Foie Gras Popcorn, Baby Bok Choy, Baby Carrots, Orange Blossom Jus
Reserve your James Anthony Experience as a COUPLE and get $20 off with select stylists. Also, purchase a Gift Card and get a FREE Love Card: $50 gift card gets a $10 Love card $75 gift card gets a $15 Love card $100 gift card gets a $25 Love card.
5th Course:
Snickers Bar - Brandy Cherry Syrup
$50/person 5 courses and $75/per person with wine
James Anthony Salon
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Ark and co” dress pink / red $79.00 & ‘Annie’ leather heart & sterling link necklace. MUSE, Oak Park.
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A L E N T I N E ’ S Triple strand necklace: natural Amethyst &18 K gold Druzy pendant. Peggy Goodman Jewerly, Oak Park. $140
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‘Garnet’ brass Hand sculpture. Update Interiors, Oak Park. $140
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Stretch bracelet with natural Quartz, amethyst chunks, moroccan bead, carved Buddha head and silk tassel. Peggy Goodman Jewerly, Oak Park. $80
Beaded quartz & reindeer horn pendant necklace. Core Power, Oak Park. Quilted vegan leather cross body handbag, Camille et Famille, Forest Park. $14 on sale.
Red Tassle Purse Filoni, Oak Park.
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‘Momentary’ lavish hand cream & Eau de Parfume. Jayne, Forest Park.
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Quartz heart paper weights. Update Interiors, Oak Park. $88 and up.
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Straight through the heart. Lively running, Oak Park.
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Hooded Fur Zip-up Vest. York Furrier, Elmhurst. $895
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Badgley Mischka jeweled satin clutch. York Furrier, Elmhurst. $236
Art Coasters. Filoni, Oak Park.
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Dia del amor. American Artworks Gallery, Forest Park.
I WILL love you forever. Support local Berwyn artist. Let our artist community know how much you care. Lively Running, Oak Park.
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A perfect mirror compact full - given full of love. American Artworks Gallery, Forest Park .
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Jewelry Sale Sat. Feb 6 Up to 50% Off all Jewelry
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Gifts of taste Cupid would approve Store hours: Mon – Fri 11 - 6 | Sat – 11 - 5 | Sun – 12:30 - 4 133 N. Oak Park Ave. | 708.848.4230 | Oliveandwell.com
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Dark Chocolate Balsamic nner night - theme your dinner te. Olive & around chocolate. Well, Oak Park .
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Raspberry Liqeur Hot Fudge Sauce. Olive & Well, Oak Park.
Better together - like coffee and donuts. Schauer Hallmark, Forest Park.
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Oh right. I love you more than chocolate, too. Filoni, Oak Park. (But chocolate is always welcome) ▼
Sweet and HOT! Yearbook Studios, Forest Park.
Dark Chocolate Linquine yes yes this exists!!! Imagine how fantastic this would be with a slow cooked mole. Olive & Well, Oak Park.
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I love you more than salt. Olive & Well, Oak Park
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Royal Apothic - No 1. Tell him he is your number 1. Yearbook, Forest Park.
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Claddaghh Flask - togethe together in lov ve and kindness love an nd maybe some and whiskey. The Irish w Shop, Oak Park.
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Give him the key to your heart. Yearbook, Forest Park.
C'mon baby light my fire C'mo - matchbook. Yearbook, Forest Park.
He's worth his weight in gold! Let him know. Yearbook, Forest Park.
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Valentine’s Day
Family Dinner Night Sunday, February 14th
Buzz Café Adult Menu
Beef Medallion w/ a Mushroom Sauce, served w/
Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Sautéed Asparagus accompanied by Tomato Basil Soup and a
Strawberry, Feta & Walnut topped Salad. Dessert is New York- Style Cheesecake drizzled with Wild berry sauce and Whipped Cream $30
Kids Menu
Heart- shaped Cheesy Pizzadillas accompanied by
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905 S. Lombard Ave, Oak Park
Live Jazz BYOB always available! Reservations Required
Call 708- 660- 0894
Classic Chicken Noodle Soup, and a strawberry
and yogurt parfait. Dessert is a Classic Chocolate Whoopie Pie! $15
Seatings at 5, 6:30 & 8pm
*Ask about our vegetarian option!
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Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas . . . FUR . . . Your Sweetie! For him or her, Gifts to LOVE
Sunday, February 14th is Valentine’s Day. Heat-up the flames of your relationship with an extraordinary gift. One that is sure to make your better half absolutely swoon. For her, we suggest: A stylish fur scarf, red leather opera gloves, a gorgeous evening clutch or classic carry-all leather tote, a belt with bling, a sporty shearling, luxe leather jacket, or a versatile sheared mink walking coat. For him, choose from: Shearling lamb gloves, a get-noticed coyote trooper hat, chenille scarves, a shearling vest, down ski jacket, baseball style leather jacket, or a cashmere overcoat for work or evening wear. Gift wrapping with a big red bow is of course included! Accessories to great coats, at York Furrier, find the perfect gift for your special someone ON SALE NOW!
Exceptional Furs & Fine Outerwear Since 1931 www.YorkFur.com Elmhurst City Centre 107 N. York Street Elmhurst, IL 60126 630-832-2200
Deer Park Town Center 20330 N. Deer Park Blvd., Ste. 104 Deer Park, IL 60010 847-550-2200
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