Naperville Magazine

The Phillips (from left): Derek, Baxter, Sandy, James, Don, Russ, and Jim

Flower Power

By Judy Sutton Taylor Perennial west suburban staple Phillip’s Flowers celebrates 100…
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Pastries from Brown Butter Café & Bakery

Skipping the Gluten

By Peter Gianopulos St. Charles bakery offers up allergy-friendly treats Dawn Phillips,…
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Pizza from Pizza Twist

Pizzas for Every Palate

By Peter Gianopulos Prasad Mutyala wants to make one thing extremely clear: He completely…
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SO TRU The ribbon-cutting for Tru by Hilton (1809 W. Diehl Rd., Naperville) took place December 15. Tru is a new, more affordable concept from the hotel chain, offering a contemporary vibe as well as a free hot breakfast, business center, indoor pool, and gym.

Sights of the Season

People, places, and scenes around the area   Photos courtesy of DuPage Foundation,…
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People showing off their rugs

Want a New Rug

By Susan L. Follett Get creative at Illinois’s first tufting workshop Like many people,…
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An assortment of heart-themed gifts

Heartfelt Gifts

By Jessica Moazami Thoughtful ideas for Valentine’s Day Brighten Your Kitchen Heart-print…
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Food from Chicken Salad Chick

Playing Chicken

By Peter Gianopulos Just try it. That’s all Kim Seaman and her husband, Garrett, are…
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Piccolo Buco's carbonara pizze

Places to Party

By Phil Vettel From festive restaurants to crafty cocktail dens to decadent dessert spots,…
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Kim’s Uncle Pizza

Best in the West?

By Phil Vettel The newly opened Kim’s Uncle Pizza is already a top contender I’ve…
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Espresso red velvet cake

Espresso Red Velvet Cake

By Kelli Ra Anderson Few cakes are as luscious and beautiful as the red velvet cake,…
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Mio Modo, 200 S. 2nd St., St. Charles

Tableside Show

By Peter Gianopulos Scott Harris goes his own way with Mio Modo At this point, Scott…
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Low and Slow Chili

Low and Slow Chili

By Kelli Ra Anderson Some DIY details transforms this versatile dish MAKES 6 to 8 Servings…
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