Lansing is home to a range of unique ethnic eateries, and our foodies know that flavors and recipes are rich with meaning. Going out to eat is a way to build community—with friends and family as well as the local businesses we patronize.
by Melanie Jongsma LANSING, Ill. (January 11, 2020) – When Lansing Public Library Director Debbie Albrecht was ready to launch a new type of digital library, she chose Troost (rhymes with “host”) as the host location. It was a natural partnership. Not only is Albrecht at the coffee shop every morning for her own caffeine … Read more
Saturday, October 19 information provided by Evil Horse Brewing CRETE, Ill. (October 15, 2019) – Seven southside breweries will be featured at the inaugural Dixie Highway Brewery Trail Oktoberfest on Saturday, October 19, at Blue Island Beer Company on historic Old Western Avenue. The trail is the first of its kind in the Chicago area … Read more
by Carrie Steinweg LANSING, Ill. (October 2, 2019) – Lansing Autumn Fest returns October 11-13 for a weekend of fall fun. Festival Chair Dan Centracchio is anticipating a successful and smooth year as the event returns for the second time to the upgraded Fox Pointe location. “This time of year a lot of other communities … Read more
by Ashlee De Wit LANSING, Ill. (October 1, 2019) — Mix 190 pounds of flour with 230 pounds of sugar, 29 dozen eggs, 68 quarts of buttermilk, and 150 pounds of raisins. Add in two days and a lot of manpower hours—what do you get? At Lansing Christian School last week, they got a lot … Read more
information provided by Elim Christian Services CRESTWOOD, Ill. (September 21, 2019) – Dutch Fest begins at 7:30am on Saturday, September 28. The annual event is held on the grounds of Elim Christian Services, 13020 S. Central Avenue in Crestwood, Illinois. Admission and parking are free. The day includes a variety of ethnic Dutch food, beginning … Read more
September 6 at Bottoms Up; September 28 at JJ Kelleys information provided by Doug Deutsch PR LANSING, Ill. (September 1, 2019) – Head Honchos return to Lansing with a performance at Bottoms Up Bar & Grill (1696 Thornton-Lansing Road) on Friday, September 6, starting at 9:00pm. The Valparaiso-based band will be performing selections from Bring … Read more
Owner Mark Kocol assures “sooner rather than later” By Josh Bootsma LANSING, Ill. (August 24, 2019) – Almost a year to date after One Trick Pony was approved for a Class 8 tax incentive for a new Ridge Road location, Mark Kocol, owner of the brewery, announced during Tuesday night’s Village Board Meeting that he … Read more
Popular radio show host gives backpacks to Lansing school kids, while La Soga gives breakfast to 150 visitors by Melanie Jongsma LANSING, Ill. (August 22, 2019) – “The restaurant life is exciting,” reflects Emiliano Muñoz, as though he were a seasoned proprietor rather than a sophomore at TF South. Emiliano’s family owns and runs La … Read more
Thursday, August 22, 6:00am by Melanie Jongsma LANSING, Ill. (August 21, 2019) – “I’m a little nervous,” admits Martha Muñoz, who owns Taqueria La Soga with her husband Gilberto. The Mexican restaurant at 19267 Burnham Avenue was chosen by Radio La Que Buena (FM105.1) to host their popular radio show “El Primo Rafa” (“Cousin Rafa”) … Read more
