Making a big statement, in lowercase Kirk Wessler October 28, 2023 The basic equation could not be more simple: Ukelele + electric guitar + drums = Fun Music. That simplicity also...
102 and still going strong Phil Luciano June 24, 2023 When Jesus Valdez took over Coney Island two decades ago, he knew the recipe for success. Well, make that two...
‘Outlaw country’ comes to River City Kirk Wessler June 1, 2023 Get ready, Peoria, as country rocker Kurt Van Meter and Yellowstone star Cole Hauser will be in town for a...
Central Places Are familiar places Phil Luciano June 1, 2023 When Audrey Zhou leaves the big city to visit her childhood hometown, she sees a lot of familiar Peoria-area landmarks.There’s...
It’s summertime, have some festival fun Steve Tarter May 22, 2023 Summer is festival time in Illinois. That’s the time for towns across the central swath of the state to pull...
The block party to beat all block parties Nick Vlahos May 22, 2023 No one puts on an “epic block party” quite like Kelleher’s Irish Pub & Eatery, which is back at it...
Passionate Cruise Peoria Magazine May 21, 2023 The longest days of the year bring relaxing evenings outdoors, and the perfect way to enjoy the rays of sunshine is...
Cast-Iron Roasted Caprese Sandwich Mary DiSomma May 21, 2023 The French call them pomme d’amour, or “love apples.” In Italy, you’ll enjoy pomi d’oro. or “apples of gold.”...
At Gator’z, customers gobble up the fare Phil Luciano May 21, 2023 In opening Gator’z Pub & Grill, Deb and Curt Walin didn’t just start a business.They started a business district.Welcome to...
Hawaiian Reprieve Dustin Crawford April 27, 2023 May is upon us with new growth and bright colors, so to that we will bring some refreshing and bright...
Beer-Marinated Steak with Chimichurri Sauce Mary DiSomma April 27, 2023 Chimichurri is my favorite condiment when I am serving steak. I first experienced chimichurri when I spent a year abroad...
The Gluttony Games Phil Luciano April 27, 2023 For years, Tony’s Butt Shack BBQ & Catering in Hollowayville made a solid name for itself throughout the Illinois valley.Satisfied...
A Place For Writers, By Writers Laurie Pillman April 27, 2023 Peoria-area writers have a new place to call home thanks to the hard work of three of their own. It’s...
Fiddler Below the Footlights Linda Smith Brown April 27, 2023 When the Broadway touring company of the musical Anastasia came to Peoria for two performances in April, there was one...
Sipping the suds throughout central Illinois Nick Vlahos April 27, 2023 The craft-beer craze that’s been underway so far this century shows no signs of abating around central Illinois.From Macomb to...
Introducing Mark Plunkett & The Heartmenders Nick Vlahos March 31, 2023 Dr. Mark Plunkett knows a few things about beats — from the heart and from the soul. Plunkett is chief...
Noma, as I knew it Joshua Lanning March 31, 2023 People often ask me, “How did you get started in cooking?” Unlike other questions I sometimes get — like “what’s...
The Murders in the Rue Barb Dustin Crawford March 31, 2023 We’ve had a wild winter and it is time to bring in spring with a strong drink! The world of...
A Q&A with Author James Klise Jennifer Davis March 31, 2023 James Klise is a Peoria native and author of the Edgar Award-winning book The Art of Secrets and of Love...
Carrot Feta Tart Mary DiSomma March 31, 2023 Just like Peter Rabbit, I haven’t met a carrot I didn’t love! Carrots are one of the first...
Read outside your comfort zone Jennifer Davis March 31, 2023 It was September 2012, and James Klise was invited to a “Right to Read” event in Kansas to speak to...
The golden era of Peoria hoops Nick Vlahos February 28, 2023 About 35 years have passed since the beginning of the greatest era of Peoria high school boys basketball, a period...
‘Pay the cover,’ let your ‘mind be blown’ Roxy Baker February 28, 2023 What’s that noise coming from Peoria’s Downtown? It’s a live music scene that is balanced, diverse and global with several...
Come for the ‘damn good beer,’ stay for the conversation Pam Tomka February 28, 2023 On Downtown Peoria’s riverfront, nestled into a building constructed in 1928, sits the oldest operating brewery in central Illinois. John...
The spice is right Lisa Coon February 28, 2023 If Travis Mohlenbrink had a dream job, it would be as a full-time restaurant cook. As the owner of Spice...
Cultivating a Coffee Experience Laurie Pillman February 22, 2023 Asked to describe Zion Coffee Bar, employee Kaitlyn Lucas didn’t hesitate. “It’s a modern minimalist space with craft coffee, homemade...
