Cindy Kurman

As summer is just around the corner, the allure of outdoor grilling becomes irresistible. To ensure your barbecues are a flavorful hit, Perry's Steakhouse & Grille Master Development Chef Rick Moonen shares his top dos and don’ts for perfect grilling. View Video. Do: Keep It Clean A clean grill prevents flare-ups and off-flavors. After each use, brush the grates with a wire brush to remove residues. Starting with a clean grill (gas or charcoal) is the most important essential for grilling at home.

Prairie Grass Cafe chef Sarah Stegner, photo credit: Cindy Kurman Mother’s Day has always called for a certain kind of generosity at the table — abundant food, unhurried time, and the feeling that someone has gone to considerable effort on your behalf. At Prairie Grass Cafe ( 601 Skokie Blvd, Northbrook, I, (847) 205-4433} in Northbrook, Chefs Sarah Stegner and George Bumbaris deliver exactly that, and then some.

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