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Where to enjoy sophisticated nonalcoholic drinks in the suburbs during Dry January

If you’re practicing Dry January, or a dry 2026 and beyond, myriad suburban restaurants have sophisticated and crafted takes on nonalcoholic drinks.

By Rick West - Daily Herald Media Group●

Kendall County’s pizza parlors serve up delights to devour

Visit these delicious restaurants in Yorkville and Plano on your next pizza night.

By Vicki Martinka Petersen●

Where to find the best breakfast in Kendall County

Check out these three restaurants that Kendall County audiences voted as being the best places for breakfast.

By Aimee Barrows●

Celebrate 2026 with a New Year’s Day brunch in western suburbs

Celebrate the new year at these elegant holiday brunches.

By Aimee Barrows●

El Molino restaurant in Carpentersville reopens with new look, new owners who also run Elgin taqueria

El Molino has been a staple in Carpentersville, just over the border from Algonquin, for 40 years, reopening after a six month remodel. The new owners have long run an Elgin taqueria.

By Janelle Walker●