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GINO’S NORTH PIZZA – EDGEWATER -near Loyola U.

Posted on August 22, 2026 by Q-tips

1111 W Granville Ave Chicago, (773) 465-1616, ginosnorth.net Once again, the sign on the door stating: Next week – Mon. Tues. Weds., Thurs., Fri., opening at 5:00 instead of regular hour. Why don’t they post this on the website. 8/22/26 … Continue reading →

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Calo’s

Posted on August 21, 2026 by Q-tips

www.calorestaurant.com – 5343 N. Clark St. Chicago, IL 8/21/26 – Valentina‘s drinks at Calo’s are the best restaurant drinks around. Had a wonderful visit with long, time friends: Eileen & Rich. After “YAPPY HAPPY HOUR” at Mrs. Q’s “she shed” … Continue reading →

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Mas Alla Del Sol

Posted on August 20, 2026 by Q-tips

MAS ALLA DEL SOL -5848 N Broadway St., Chicago, IL 60660, (773) 654-1900,  masalladelsolrestaurant.com 8/20/26 – Life is good! We began dinner by sharing the Complimentary Salsa– Guacamole & sauce. Mas Alla del Sol – The Q’s shared: Lamb Shank w/side … Continue reading →

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Mia Francesca

Posted on August 18, 2026 by Q-tips

4436 W Touhy Ave Lincolnwood, IL – www.miafrancesca.com/location/mia-francesca-lincolnwood 8/18/26 – Q-tips say: It was Happy Hour! After Dr. appt. & errands: It is Mia Francesca for dinner. We shared the bread & the appetizer: Meatballs. Mrs. Q had: an Happy … Continue reading →

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Little Madrid

Posted on August 17, 2026 by Q-tips

5661 N Clark St., (312) 973-0462, littlemadridtapascafe.com 8/17/26 – Q-tips say: After running errands off to Little Madrid. Nice place. They now have a “surge charge” if you use a credit card instead of paying with cash. Yes, they do … Continue reading →

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Beard & Belly

Posted on August 12, 2026 by Q-tips

6157 N Broadway Ave Chicago, IL – (773) 754-7429, beardandbellychicago.com 8/12/26 – “Maid Day” so NO COOKING DAY. Dinner at: Beard & Belly. Mrs. Q had: Happy Hour – Old Fashioned – Maker’s Mark – demerara, Regan’s orange bitters, angostura … Continue reading →

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Squatters: Get the F**K OUT OF MY HOUSE

Posted on August 12, 2026 by Q-tips

Across America a nightmare is unfolding. Experienced squatters exploit legal loopholes to live rent-free in homes that don’t belong to them as devastated homeowners watch helplessly. From charming con artists to a dangerous extremist, these manipulators know how to weaponize … Continue reading →

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Michael

Posted on August 10, 2026 by Q-tips

MICHAEL is the cinematic portrayal of the life and legacy of one of the most influential artists the world has ever known. The film tells the story of Michael Jackson’s life beyond the music, tracing his journey from the discovery … Continue reading →

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The Devil Wears Prada

Posted on August 10, 2026 by Q-tips

Twenty years after making their iconic turns as Miranda, Andy, Emily and Nigel–Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci return to the fashionable streets of New York City and the sleek offices of Runway Magazine in 20th Century … Continue reading →

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Cooper Hawk Winery & Rest.

Posted on August 5, 2026 by Q-tips

8/5/26- chwinery.com – 6731 Dempster St. Morton Grove, IL A dinner with Mrs. Q’s sister at Cooper Hawk Rest. The first time visit to this Restaurant for the Q-Tips. We shared the bread. Sis had: Chicken dinner w/ mashed potatoes. … Continue reading →

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