Il-Forno Pizzeria is a landmark in Deerfield and is known for their thin crust pizza and AMAZING pasta sauce (which I sampled) that could make any nonna lose her breathing capability. This wonderful establishment is owned by Debbie Scherer who has a wonderful Assistant Manager Tristan. Debbie' daughter Karlie is also a very important component to the functioning of the operation. Debbie worked for another gentleman who originally owned Il Forno and he sold different stores and she ended up buying the store in Deerfield. Her clientele consists of mainly families, kids and employees from some of the surrounding businesses. They offer all types of wonderful combinations of pizza, pasta, chicken, salads and dessert.
IL Forno also offers catering for all types of occasions including schools, private parties, family events and different business or office parties. They also have canollis, cookies and cheesecake that are delightful. Sweet tables and mini desserts are a possibility for the future.
The sauce is just heavenly and they also sell both a marinara and meat sauce in pints and quarts to take home. In addition to their great sauces, they also sell their homemade Italian salad dressing in pints and quarts as well.
I was able to sample the combo sandwich of Italian Beef and Sausage with peppers and provoloe and it was just moist, tasty, flavorful and simply delicious. I also sampled the Italian Lasagna which was DIVINE. They were not kidding, the sauce is just unbelievable. The sauce deserves to be in an Italian Sace Hall of Fame. It was DYNAMIC.
Il Forno (http://www.ilforno.com/) is just a dynamic spot if your stopping in for a quick bite or you have to feed a group of people. They service is unbelievable and this is a wonderful family run operation. An absolute delight for Deerfield.
Il-Forno Pizzeria
750 Osterman Ave Ste A
Deerfield, IL
Phone: (847) 940-8611
http://www.ilforno.com/
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Sunday, May 30, 2010
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Valley Lodge of Glenview: The Northshore's best Burger and Ribs
The Valley Lodge is Glenview's great destination for wonderful ribs, a great burger, a solid carrot cake and some wonderful other delights that are offered such as salads, pasta and outstanding steaks.
Bill Stavrou, who presently is the owner for the last five years, has a wonderful neighborhood following and offers an American Grill cuisine with a Mediterranean twist. They have solid comfort food such as steaks, chops, burgers, salads, pasta, sandwiches and a wonderful carrot cake that is dynamic.
Their products are sourced from vendors that they've utilized for the last 41 years. The products and ingredients are incredibly fresh and high quality is very important to them.
Their business is very established, are involved with alot of community events and are members of the Glenview Chamber of Commerce. They are very active in the community whether it's an event or different group that's having a function.
They also offer some catering, carry out and have some large corporate accounts.
Their more popular dishes include the ribs and the burgers. The seafood selection is superb and flown in from both the East and West coasts. They also serve some of the lake fishes which are fresh and well prepared.
They also offer catering have some corporate accounts that they have serviced. They also offer a kids menu for their younger guests.
This is a casual neighborhood place with exceptional food that's fresh and served by a friendly staff which and these are the keys to their success. In addition, their price point is mid range and remains pretty constant. A good price and wonderful value are also part of their formula.
I had the opportunity to sample the ribs and carrot cake which were both exceptional. The ribs were moist and the sauce was very well seasoned and had a good consistency. The carrot cake was very moist topped with a cream cheese frosting and the cake was covered in walnuts that were fresh. This delight did not disappoint and I highly recommend after you finish your meal.
Valley Lodge is a great stop for lunch and dinner and offer fresh products and ingredients at a good price served by a friendly wait staff.
Valley Lodge
2132 Waukegan Road
Glenview, IL 60025-1718
(847) 724-7440
Bill Stavrou, who presently is the owner for the last five years, has a wonderful neighborhood following and offers an American Grill cuisine with a Mediterranean twist. They have solid comfort food such as steaks, chops, burgers, salads, pasta, sandwiches and a wonderful carrot cake that is dynamic.
Their products are sourced from vendors that they've utilized for the last 41 years. The products and ingredients are incredibly fresh and high quality is very important to them.
Their business is very established, are involved with alot of community events and are members of the Glenview Chamber of Commerce. They are very active in the community whether it's an event or different group that's having a function.
They also offer some catering, carry out and have some large corporate accounts.
Their more popular dishes include the ribs and the burgers. The seafood selection is superb and flown in from both the East and West coasts. They also serve some of the lake fishes which are fresh and well prepared.
They also offer catering have some corporate accounts that they have serviced. They also offer a kids menu for their younger guests.
This is a casual neighborhood place with exceptional food that's fresh and served by a friendly staff which and these are the keys to their success. In addition, their price point is mid range and remains pretty constant. A good price and wonderful value are also part of their formula.
I had the opportunity to sample the ribs and carrot cake which were both exceptional. The ribs were moist and the sauce was very well seasoned and had a good consistency. The carrot cake was very moist topped with a cream cheese frosting and the cake was covered in walnuts that were fresh. This delight did not disappoint and I highly recommend after you finish your meal.
Valley Lodge is a great stop for lunch and dinner and offer fresh products and ingredients at a good price served by a friendly wait staff.
Valley Lodge
2132 Waukegan Road
Glenview, IL 60025-1718
(847) 724-7440
Saturday, May 1, 2010
Roasti's in Glenview: One of the North Shore's best pizza, pasta and sandwiches (and cannoli too!!!)
When you think of pizza and pasta take out or catering, most people have visions of puddles and puddles of grease but Rosati's (http://www.myrosatis.com/) of Glenview (at Lake and Milwaukee) is the complete opposite. Rosati's is serving the freshest and most tasty delights including cannoli's.
Jesus, who is the general manager, has been at this location for about ten years and has a great way with the customers no matter if you're calling at the last minute or you've put your order in a week ahead of time. He's very accommodating and very patient.
They're serving everything from fried chicken, pasta, ribs, great sandwiches and wonderful salads. They buy their products and ingredients from Battaglia and Greco who are great food suppliers. Both of these suppliers have sent them some great products and supplies.
Their customers and clientele base consists of alot of families and kids which is wonderful for the business, community and neighborhood.
They offer carryout and delivery services but presently do not have sit down seating.
They offer mailers and menus that are accompanied by coupons.
Just like alot of other businesses, they have been affected by the economy but things are starting to pick up.
They're customer base keep coming back because the food is great and the employees are just wonderful.
The menu has alot of different items and has alot of options especially if you're going to be throwing a party or event.
I had the pleasure of being able to try the baked mostaccioli with tomato sauce and great mozzarella on top that was accompanied by a meatball and Italian sausage. I thought I was going to pass out when I ate the Italian sausage. This was a definite winner. I also tried the Chicken Parmesan sandwich which was just out of this world and I ended the day with a canolli which was good. All of these dishes were very tasty and delicately made.
This was such a treat and the food is just excellent along with the customer service. Place your take out, catering or delivery order with Rosati's in Glenview: 847-296-0260.
Rosati's
1708 N. Milwaukee Avenue
Glenview, IL 60025
Telephone: 847-296-0260
Hours: Mon - Thurs: 9am - 11pm
Fri - Sat: 9 am - Midnight
Sunday: 10am - 11pm
Jesus, who is the general manager, has been at this location for about ten years and has a great way with the customers no matter if you're calling at the last minute or you've put your order in a week ahead of time. He's very accommodating and very patient.
They're serving everything from fried chicken, pasta, ribs, great sandwiches and wonderful salads. They buy their products and ingredients from Battaglia and Greco who are great food suppliers. Both of these suppliers have sent them some great products and supplies.
Their customers and clientele base consists of alot of families and kids which is wonderful for the business, community and neighborhood.
They offer carryout and delivery services but presently do not have sit down seating.
They offer mailers and menus that are accompanied by coupons.
Just like alot of other businesses, they have been affected by the economy but things are starting to pick up.
They're customer base keep coming back because the food is great and the employees are just wonderful.
The menu has alot of different items and has alot of options especially if you're going to be throwing a party or event.
I had the pleasure of being able to try the baked mostaccioli with tomato sauce and great mozzarella on top that was accompanied by a meatball and Italian sausage. I thought I was going to pass out when I ate the Italian sausage. This was a definite winner. I also tried the Chicken Parmesan sandwich which was just out of this world and I ended the day with a canolli which was good. All of these dishes were very tasty and delicately made.
This was such a treat and the food is just excellent along with the customer service. Place your take out, catering or delivery order with Rosati's in Glenview: 847-296-0260.
Rosati's
1708 N. Milwaukee Avenue
Glenview, IL 60025
Telephone: 847-296-0260
Hours: Mon - Thurs: 9am - 11pm
Fri - Sat: 9 am - Midnight
Sunday: 10am - 11pm
Thursday, April 29, 2010
Corner Bakery: Sandwiches, Salads, Sweets, Catering and a great love for community
Corner Bakery Cafe (http://www.cornerbakery.com/), which is part of Il Fornaio Restaurant Corp (spun off from Brinker in 2006), is a fast casual restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner to guests in Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas/Fort Worth, Denver, El Paso, Houston, Jackson, Miss., Los Angeles/Orange County, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Salt Lake City, San Diego, and Washington D.C. and offers Free Wifi which brings a great warmth to their environment. Joe Digangi is one of the manager's for the organization and has been in the food business since 1991 when he got his start at Fuddrucker's and worked as a line cook, butcher, cashier and baker. His journey took him to other restaurants and then he finally got his degree in economics and finance and has landed as a very high level manager.
All of the products and ingredients are sourced from the main office in Dallas. They also do offer local produce and have done promotions where they offer a sandwich like a Bacon Bacon Local Tomatoes and source the tomatoes from local growers and farmers.
They are in complete growth mode and have been affected by the economy, however, the company is in functioning in a positive sales mode and growing every day.
They have great employees and are always searching for people who are very hard working and can connect with suburban guests. They look at people with all different types of experiences.
For six months every year, they have a window where they change up their menu items and offer alot of different variety.
Their approach to their catering is much more professional than their competitors. Their employees are in a uniform and they travel in a refrigerated truck when the platters of food are delivered to the clients. They offer great value for their portions. They also offer ALOT of different options that are very healthy and calorie conscious.
The company is very involved in community events and it's a wonderful way for them to market their products and goods. They have donated bottled water and food to various events such as a walk or run for charity. It's a win win opportunity where they help other community organizations but also market their brand in order to build their own business. They also have had sweet baskets delivered for teachers and offer opportunities to treat the teachers and their friends. They have also delivered their bottled water to local health clubs and wellness facilities. They really do give back to the community around them and have become apart of their community.
I had the pleasure of sampling the chopped salad which was so fresh and came in a very plentiful size. The cheese, bacon, chicken and vegetables were really crisp. I also sampled the Chicken Pesto Sandwich which had chicken right off the bird and tomatoes that came right out of the garden. To make it complete, I also had a cheesecake brownie which not as dense as you would think. It was really moist and the cheesecake portion on top was put together in a very delicate manner. The chocolate was of a really high quality.
I really recommend Corner Bakery for your next salad, sandwich, sweet or catering stop!!!!!
To Locate a Corner Bakery near you
http://www.cornerbakerycafe.com/Locations.aspx
Corner Bakery: Main Home Page
http://www.cornerbakery.com/
All of the products and ingredients are sourced from the main office in Dallas. They also do offer local produce and have done promotions where they offer a sandwich like a Bacon Bacon Local Tomatoes and source the tomatoes from local growers and farmers.
They are in complete growth mode and have been affected by the economy, however, the company is in functioning in a positive sales mode and growing every day.
They have great employees and are always searching for people who are very hard working and can connect with suburban guests. They look at people with all different types of experiences.
For six months every year, they have a window where they change up their menu items and offer alot of different variety.
Their approach to their catering is much more professional than their competitors. Their employees are in a uniform and they travel in a refrigerated truck when the platters of food are delivered to the clients. They offer great value for their portions. They also offer ALOT of different options that are very healthy and calorie conscious.
The company is very involved in community events and it's a wonderful way for them to market their products and goods. They have donated bottled water and food to various events such as a walk or run for charity. It's a win win opportunity where they help other community organizations but also market their brand in order to build their own business. They also have had sweet baskets delivered for teachers and offer opportunities to treat the teachers and their friends. They have also delivered their bottled water to local health clubs and wellness facilities. They really do give back to the community around them and have become apart of their community.
I had the pleasure of sampling the chopped salad which was so fresh and came in a very plentiful size. The cheese, bacon, chicken and vegetables were really crisp. I also sampled the Chicken Pesto Sandwich which had chicken right off the bird and tomatoes that came right out of the garden. To make it complete, I also had a cheesecake brownie which not as dense as you would think. It was really moist and the cheesecake portion on top was put together in a very delicate manner. The chocolate was of a really high quality.
I really recommend Corner Bakery for your next salad, sandwich, sweet or catering stop!!!!!
To Locate a Corner Bakery near you
http://www.cornerbakerycafe.com/Locations.aspx
Corner Bakery: Main Home Page
http://www.cornerbakery.com/
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