Outdoor dining has become a hit in downtown Aurora. Since being allowed to open by State directives for outdoor dining May 29, downtown restaurants and patrons alike are enjoying the option. “Our sales have increased, and we’re looking at ways to offer permanent outdoor dining,” said Dan Emerson, owner of
Ingredients2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened3/4 cup mayonnaise1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies, drained1/4 cup diced hot jalapeno peppers, with juice1 cup diced mild jalapeno peppers, drained1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 cup grated Parmesan cheese Directions1. Stir together cream cheese, mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, and Parmesan cheese in a
Ingredients1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed1 green bell pepper, chopped1 red bell pepper, chopped1 (10 ounce) package frozen corn kernels1 red onion, chopped1/3 cup olive oil1/3 cup red wine vinegar2 tablespoons fresh lime
Ingredients4 cloves garlic, minced1 teaspoon kosher salt1 pound ground beef3 tablespoons grated onion3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley1 tablespoon ground coriander1 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 tablespoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground allspice1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper28 bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes Directions1. Mash the
More than 125 cars were lined up early by 7 a.m. Monday for the Aurora Pop-Up Pantry at Phillips Park! A city press release said approximately 100 volunteers distributed free food starting at 9 a.m.. Volunteers included youth, Mayor’s Office Service Team, Aurora Emergency Management Agency, Maya Angelou Academy, Quad
Ingredients2 pounds ground beef1/4 pound of bacon (about 5 slices)1/2 onion, grated1 egg1 tablespoon grill seasoning1 1/2 teaspoons liquid smoke flavoring2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce2 tablespoons minced garlic1 1/4 tablespoons adobo sauce and chipotle chile pureesalt and pepper to taste8 slices smoked Gouda8 hamburger buns Directions1. Preheat an outdoor grill for
Ingredients1 ripe avocado, sliced1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon butter1 large Vidalia onions, sliced into rings4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halvessalt and pepper to taste4 hamburger buns4 tablespoons mayonnaise4 slices provolone cheese Directions1. In a small bowl, combine sliced avocado, lemon juice, and mayonnaise and blend until smooth. Preheat an outdoor
Illinois outdoor seating at restaurants, available for the first time Friday, May 29 with the improvement in numbers of COVID-19 cases, finds variations in various communities. Outside dining is a part of O’Malley’s Pub and Eatery in Aurora.
Frank Foley, left, of VFW Post 7452 in Montgomery, gives a drive-thru customer pork chop dinners Saturday at the Post in a fundraiser.
Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora will deliver dinner to Mutual Ground domestic violence shelter in Aurora Thursday, May 28. Reverend John Bell, pastor, said “We will deliver a meal to the residents and staff members of Mutual Ground for their dinner. We will order Taqueria tacos and sides for
Psalm 23, revised: My diet is my shepherd; I shall not be sick. It maketh me to seek out healthy foods; it leadeth me to the proper combinations. It restoreth my body; it leadeth me in the path of veganism for my health’s sake. Yea, though I walk through valley
Ingredients1 pound lean ground beef2 cloves garlic, minced1 onion, chopped2 teaspoons chili powder2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained2 (8.75 ounce) cans corn, drained1 (16 ounce) container sour cream2 cups fresh salsa5 cups crushed plain tortilla chips3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese1 large fresh tomato, finely chopped3 green onions, chopped Directions1.
Ingredients1 pound ground beef1 cup beef broth1/2 cup onion, diced1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper1 tablespoon sugar1 tablespoon yellow mustard4 hamburger buns, split8 dill pickle slices Directions1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, and cook and stir until the beef is crumbly, evenly
Andy Okapal of Reuland Food in Aurora brings a carry-out to a driver Tuesday in compliance with restrictions.
The following is a document put together by the Batavia Chamber of Commerce, Batavia MainStreet and the City of Batavia that updates restaurants which will be open during the COVID-19 (coronavirus), and what options diners will have to order and receive food. The document below continually will be updated when
Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter 2 cups chopped onion 1 cup white button mushrooms, diced 1 stalk celery, minced 1 cup frozen corn kernels 1 cup clam juice 4 cups diced potatoes 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 pounds cod, diced into 1/2 inch cubes 2 (6.5 oz) cans of minced
There will be a National Meatball Day, Swedish style, with a benefit dinner for the Swedish American Children’s Choir from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Saturday, March 7, at Bethany Lutheran Church, 8 S Lincoln Street in Batavia. The dinner will feature Swedish meatballs and gravy, mashed potatoes, vegetables, lingonberries,
Loaves & Fishes Community Services Naperville Chef Showdown, “Battle of the Champions” will be from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday, April 15 at Loaves & Fishes Community Services, 1871 High Grove Lane, Naperville. The event will be presented in partnership with My Chef Catering and will help raise funds
Ingredients 4 cups baking mix 3 ounces Cheddar cheese, shredded 1 1/3 cups water 1/2 cup melted butter 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon onion powder 1/8 teaspoon dried parsley Directions1. Preheat oven to 375F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Ingredients 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 cups chopped onions 1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced 2 teaspoons dried dill weed 1 tablespoon paprika 1 tablespoon soy sauce 2 cups chicken broth 1 cup milk 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt ground black pepper to taste 2 teaspoons lemon juice 1/4
