RA Hosts Sushi Eating Competition

Enjoy sushi and drink specials while 24 contests gorge on raw fish.

Want to see someone eat a bunch of eel rolls? RA Sushi Bar in The Glen will have 24 contestants participating in its Sushi Showdown sushi eating contest on Sunday, April 7 from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. In true college basketball championship fashion, the sushi face-off will be organized like a bracket system. Sushi Showdown competitors will race against the clock and one another to the final round. The first round will include two heats of 12 competitors. Contestants will compete against the others in their heat to try and consume the most uncut RA Sushi signature Tootsy Makis (kani kama crab mix, shrimp and cucumber rolled and topped with crunchy tempura bits) rolls in three minutes. The top three competitors from each heat advance to the …

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Stella and Grace Fashion Show at Glenview's Ra Sushi

Looking for the perfect necklace to compliment a sequins dress? A runway show featuring clothes and jewelry from Glenview's Stella and Grace boutique might give you the fashionable inspiration you were looking for.

On Thursday night, Ra Sushi guests received a short fashion show with their California rolls. Glenview's Stella and Grace, a fashion boutique at The Glen, partnered with the Japanese restaurant for a one-night-only display of winter fashion options.  Clothing came from the boutique and featured brands such as Three Hearts, SRNaturals, Paddywax and Moon Collection on some of Glenview’s most fashionable ladies — Stella and Grace shoppers along with Ra staff.  Hair styling was provided by Northfield's Teddie Kossof Salon & Spa.  "Like" Glenview Patch on Facebook to see future nightlife stories in your news feed. About Stella + Grace Grace Yoon's solid design and production met Stella Chun's bold marketing and buying strategies in 2008 …

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From the Editor

Eat Local & Your Next Lunch Could be Free

Stop into one of six restaurants around town, drop your business card in Patch’s free lunch bowl and be entered to win a gift certificate.

In Glenview, a delicious lunch isn’t far away. And now, when you visit one of five participating local restaurants, your next meal may be free! Here, we’ve included a list of spots around town where you can find Patch’s ‘Free Lunch’ fishbowl.    Stay up-to-date on the latest Glenview news, happenings and community discussion: Like us on Facebook and subscribe to our free newsletter! It’s simple: Just look for the glass jar with our Patch logo at one of these local dining favorites, drop in your business card and be entered to win a $10 gift certificate in our mothly drawing. Winners will be notified via e-mail. Are you a local business owner who would like to participate? Let us know: joanna@patch.com.

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New Year's Weekend...What's Open?

Glenview Patch has the scoop on places to party New Year's Eve and where to grab grub on the first day of the year.

There are a couple of New Year's scenarios that could befall you this weekend. The first - nowhere to party or plans got cancelled at the last minute. What to do? The second - that rocking New Year's Eve party left your refrigerator empty and you're hungry. So whether you need a place to ring in 2012 or you're bumbling around on Sunday, Jan. 1 looking for a place to grab a bite, here are a couple of places you can check out. For all restaurants, don't forget to call for reservations or more information. And don't forget that the Village of Glenview will be closed to observe the holiday on Monday, Jan. 2. Mario's Mundo Cafe, 1869 Waukegan Rd., 847-724-3716 New Year's Eve: Not only will there be New Year's Eve specials and a champagne toast …

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Helen Oliveri

9:15 am on Friday, December 30, 2011

All great places!   more ›

PATCH PASSPORT: Glenview Serves Up Rich History, Taste of Farm Life and Award-Winning Burgers

Patch is your guide as you become a tourist in Chicagoland.

Excellent schools, an eclectic mix of dining and shopping and a rich history are just a few things that make Glenview such a great place to call home. Here, check out Patch's newest edition of Patch Passport and take a vacation in your own backyard! Read more: The Glen: From Naval Air Station to Economic Engine ATTRACTIONS Wagner Farm No need to travel down South to get a feel of the old country. Wagner Farm, located at the corner of Lake and Wagner Roads, is one of the few working farms left in the area. German immigrants Johann and Katharina Wagner crossed over to the United States in 1855 and acquired the 91 acres of farmland. The farm was owned and run by members of the Wagner family until 1997 when the farm was saved from developers …

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Ra Sushi Spices Up Menu

New dishes and drinks make the restaurant even better.

I’ve been a big fan of Ra Sushi for years, so when I heard that they were revamping their menu I jumped at the chance to check it out. After trying many of the new dishes and cocktails at the restaurant’s Glenview location, I can attest that in this case change is very, very good. The spot at 2601 Aviator Lane has a hip but relaxed décor. Hanging red spheres cast a mellow glow over the space while bamboo accents lend an earthy appeal. The restaurant was fairly busy when I went for dinner around 7:30 p.m. on a Friday night, mostly occupied by younger diners dressed on the nicer side of casual. Ra Sushi is well equipped to deal with large groups, and there was a birthday dinner going on at a particularly long table. The cocktail menu has …

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Police Blotter: Green Bay Packer's Flag Burned, 150K Coin Collection Missing

Glenview PD reported incidents Jan. 17- Jan. 24

Burglary Jan. 17 After returning to her parked car from Snap Fitness 1527 Waukegan Road, a female discovered someone broke her window and stole a black bag containing shoes and credit card statements. The missing items are valued at $40. Theft Jan. 18 A wreath was reported stolen from a residence in the 600 block of Wagner Road, which was valued at $20. Theft Jan. 18 at 4:46 p.m. $36 was reported missing after a woman discovered she left her coat in the bathroom at Advocate Medical Group at 1255 Milwaukee Avenue. Battery Jan. 18 at 10:34 p.m. Two drunken friends were arguing after exiting a Metra train at 1160 Depot Street. Both were uncooperative and neither wanted to file a criminal complaint, according to the report. Disorderly Conduct …

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George Slefo

5:24 pm on Wednesday, January 26, 2011

Since when was burning a Packers flag a crime? :P   more ›

Open for Business Christmas Weekend: A Holiday Guide to Local Dining and Entertainment

Looking to go out on Christmas? Local entertainment and dining options for the holiday.

On Friday afternoon, a majority of local establishments will close in celebration of Christmas. Thanks to a handful of area businesses, Glenview residents will still be able to enjoy great entertainment, family fun and delicious food without traveling too far. Here, check out Glenview Patch's  round-up of local spots that will have their doors open on Christmas Eve and/or Christmas Day. The Candy Crossing 1870 Tower Rd., Drive 847-832-9080 Looking to satisfy your sweet tooth or for some last minute stocking stuffers? This unique candy shop will be open Christmas Eve/Christmas Day until 10pm. Regal Glen Stadium 10 Theatres 1850 Tower Rd., 847-729-9600 Be sure to check out the new releases coming to the Glen Theatres this weekend. Last …

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PHOTO GALLERY: Kids' Heart of Glenview Benefits Local Charities

"Dinner and a Movie" night gives families an opportunity to show their support for area charities.

Around 1,500 people gathered at the Glen 10 Theater  Monday night for the Glenview Giving Foundations' Kids' Heart of Glenview event. The event — which raises money for nine local charities— paired "Dinner and a Movie," showcasing fine dining from a bevy of local restaurants including Ra Sushi, The Glen Club, Cookies by Design, Ted's Montana Grill and others Chris Krueger, founder of the Heart of Glenview events, played emcee for the evening and auctioned off a large assortment of gift baskets and artful wooden hearts painted by area students and charities. For the second year in a row, Viking Cooking School donated its chefs' time and skill to make cakes for the event. To help with the cakes, students from local schools …

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Local Couple Share Their Love With a Blended Family

In celebration of Sweetest Day, Patch catches up with some local love birds.

If you woke up this morning without candies for your honey, you may be in the dog house. Sweetest Day, Valentine's Day's less famous cousin, has become a time for gifts and flowers. It wasn't always that way, however. In fact, Sweetest Day originated in Cleveland, OH, when candy company employee Birch Kingston created the day to bring happiness into lives of the less fortunate—in the form of candy and small gifts for orphans and shut-ins. The holiday gained such popularity that the city of Cleveland officially declared the third Saturday in October "Sweetest Day." Throughout the years, Sweetest Day has evolved into an occasion to spread cheer and happiness to anyone whom we may think of as special—and most often, it seems, a sweetheart. In…

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