Last Minute Game Day Idea

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Not in the mood to cook on Super Bowl Sunday? Why not order a delicious pizza from Aurelio's? You can  dine in, carry out, or order for delivery on the big day. Aurelio's also caters, offering a large menu including another game day favorite-wings.
Head over to Aurelio's Facebook page, www.facebook.com/Aureliosispizza.com, and enter a contest to win a free pizza every week for a month. The contest involves submitting your guess as to who the winning team will be and what the final score will be. The rules include one entry per person and those entries will be accepted all the way up until kickoff.

You can call to order or order online at www.aureliospizza.com. If you decide to have your event catered, those orders can be submitted though tomorrow.
 Enjoy!

Aurelio's Pizza-Plainfield
14421 Wallin Drive
Plainfield, IL 60544
(815) 254-3500

Aurelio's Pizza-Joliet
3101 W. Jefferson
Joliet, IL 60435
(815) 741-1400

Snow is on the Horizon

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Significant snowfall is expected to hit us this weekend with a Winter Weather Watch in effect on Saturday Feb. 1st at 12 am for Will, Kendall, Du Page, Grundy, Lake, Cook, McHenry, DeKalb, and Boone counties as well as many others throughout Illinois. The watch remains in place until 6 pm on Saturday according to the National Weather Service. Light snow will begin this afternoon and early evening and is expected to get more intense throughout the night, accumulating 6 inches or more in some areas. Other areas have the potential to see ice as well so driving conditions will likely be hazardous. Be careful and enjoy your weekend!

Luxury Home Sales Rise

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Check out this article from The National Association of Realtors:

Luxury Returns to Housing

Skipping the Super Bowl?

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How to make the most out of Super bowl Sunday sans football:

1. Pick Up an Extra Shift at Work: Super Bowl Sunday is the perfect opportunity to make some extra cash by filling in for a game-watching co-worker. 

2. Head to the Mall: While the mall is usually a zoo on the weekends, Super Bowl Sunday is like a shopper's dream. Plenty of parking, no waiting for dressing rooms and no competition at the clearance racks.

3. Empty Machines: If you usually avoid the gym at the weekends due to lines at the machines-Super Bowl Sunday is your no-excuse day! Head over to the gym  and get a nice workout in-free of standing in line for the elliptical. 

4. Make that Reservation: Go head and try to get into that trendy restaurant you have been trying to get a reservation for forever-with many people occupied by the big event, you will have your pick of tables. 

Ewa's Market and Deli

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New to Plainfield, Ewa's Deli and Market, located at 119th and Route 59, is an authentic Polish butcher and grocery store. Ewa's offers sausages, lunch meat, in-house smoked meat, cheese, fruits, and vegetables. Also available for purchase are foods prepared fresh daily for dine in or carry out.

Ewa's Market and Deli
11914 S. Route 59
Plainfield, IL 60544
(815) 254-2224
Hours:
Mon-Sat 8am-9pm
Sun-8am-7pm

Watch the Super Bowl on the Big Screen

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Want to feel like you are at the big game?  Head over to Hollywood Palms Cinema in Naperville or Hollywood Cinemas in Woodridge to watch the Seahawks and the Broncos battle it out on the big screen. Not into the game? Catch any movie, all day, for the price of a Matinee.

Hollywood Palms Cinema
352 S Route 59
Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 428-5800

Hollywood Cinemas
1001 75th Street
Woodridge, IL 60517
(630) 427-1880

Families of Faith Christian Daycare Grand Opening

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Looking for a daycare option for your child? Families of Faith Christian Daycare is having their grand opening on March 1st, 2014 at 2 pm. For information contact Jen Becker at (815) 521-1381.

Families of Faith Christian Daycare
24466 W Eames Street
P O Box 277
Channahon, IL 60410

Hugs and Wishes

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Shorewood Hugs is hosting their 5th annual Hugs and Wishes Chocolate Ball on Saturday, February 1, 2014 from 7-11 pm at the Joliet Holiday Inn on Larkin Ave. Experience a "Phantom of the Opera" theme sponsored by Heartland Bank and Trust Company. This event includes entertainment, one free drink per person, cash bar, appetizers, raffles, silent auction, and wonderful chocolate creations from a variety of chocolatiers. Celebrity judges, which include the Mayors from Joliet, Plainfield, Shorewood, Channahon, and Minooka, will decide on the best chocolate creation. There will also be a Grand Prize Raffle.
Tickets run $50 per person and can be purchased at Heartland Bank in Shorewood or www.shorewoodhugs.org. Shorewood Hugs fulfills wishes of the disabled, deserving, or in need in our communities.

Posh Style Boutique Ladies Night Out

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Friday January 31, 2014 @ 5 pm

852 Sharp Drive, Shorewood, IL 60404

Grab your friends and head to Posh Style on Friday for some fun! Enjoy extra savings as well as refreshments and appetizers. 

Host a Winning Super Bowl Party!

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1. Set the Stage- Place mini helmets around your home such as on a fireplace mantle or on the food table. Put pennants up and other football accessories. A local party store is a great place to find inexpensive party decor.
2. Snacks and Appetizers-Your game day party should be casual and the atmosphere should be laid back and fun. Encourage guests to mingle and move around my placing snacks in both the kitchen and game viewing room. Great options are mixed nuts and popcorn. Both of these can be kicked up a notch by putting a spin on the classics. Why not try  Homemade Cinnamon Sugar Candied Nuts or Cheesy Popcorn? Great options for appetizers include Mini Pizzas, Hot Artichoke and Spinach Dip, Lucky Seven Layer Dip, or Perfect Guacamole.
3. The Main (food) Event- Once the appetizers and snacks have been munched on and the big game is beginning, it's time to move onto the main course. Delicious ideas include: Foccacia Sandwiches, Baked Buffalo Wings, Stacked Enchiladas, Chipotle and Cheese Sliders, or Slow Cooker Chili.
4. A Sweet Ending- No party is complete without dessert. Check out these sweet game day themed treats: Fudgy Football Brownies, Superbowl Bars, Superbowl Cookies, or Touchdown Cheesecake Bites.

     Have Fun!

Katie O'Connor's Pint House and Eatery

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Katie O'Connor's, located in Plainfield, is hosting their 4th annual Superbowl party featuring an All You Can Eat Prime Rib Buffet and a raffle for a 40" flat screen TV! Check out katie-oconnors.com for more details!

Skooter's Roadhouse of Shorewood

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Skooter's Roadhouse of Shorewood Super Game Party-Sunday Feb 2nd. $30 tickets buy you a half time buffet, open bar, contests, and raffle prizes. Ask a server for details or visit www.skootersroadhouse.com to purchase your tickets!

The Countdown to the Big Game Begins!

Looking for an awesome local spot in Plainfield to watch the big game? Durbin's of Plainfield is hosting a $35 Superbowl event on Sunday Feb. 2 from 5-10 p.m. The $35 charge includes appetizers, your choice of ribs, shrimp, chicken or hot wing dinner, premium drinks, and raffles, door prizes, and giveaways!

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Capri Sogno

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This Italian restaurant located in Plainfield has only been open for a few months but has already proved to be a great spot for lovers of Italian food.  The cuisine is delicious and the menu is expansive, even including gluten free pasta. Beautiful atmosphere, great food and excellent service make Capri Sogno a great local hotspot!

Capri Sogno
24102 W Lockport Street
Plainfield, IL 60544
(815) 733-5815

Are You Ready For Some Football?

With Superbowl 2014 just over a week away, it's time to start thinking about party food! Below is a recipe from Food&Wine.com from chef Rick Bayless and it would make a delicious appetizer for your football get together!

Bayless's Queso Fundido Al Tequila

Ingredients

1/4 cup coarsely chopped cilantro
1/2 pound Monterrey Jack cheese, shredded (about 3 cups)
1 small onion, cut into 1/4 inch dice
3 tablespoons of tequila
Kosher salt
2 medium tomatoes, cored, seeded, and cut into 1/4 inch dice
2 Jalapenos, seeded and minced
1 tablespoon, extra virgin olive oil
warm corn tortillas or corn chips for serving

Directions

1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil. Add the diced tomatoes, minced Jalapenos, diced onion and a large pinch of salt and cook over moderately high heat, stirring often, until softened, about 5 minutes. Pour in the tequila and cook, stirring frequently, until the skillet looks nearly dry, about 2 minutes.
2. Reduce the heat to low. Add the cheese and cook, stirring constantly, until fully melted, about 30 seconds. Quickly transfer the queso fundido to a serving bowl. Sprinkle with the cilantro and serve immediately with tortillas or chips.

Enjoy!