Whole Farm Cooking at Edge An Interview with Chef Dustin Allen Chef Dustin Allen unites his early influences and studies of great chefs with a passion for local family farms to create a dining experience unlike any other in the region.
Downtown Peoria... What's For Lunch? by Chris Farris, Peoria Public Library Photos courtesy of Peoria Public Library Local History Collection The rise and fall (and potential rise again) of Peoria’s downtown lunchrooms, cafes and sandwich shops
The Restaurant Life by Jonathan Wright A lifelong career in the culinary arts has placed Troy Ummel amidst the upper echelon of the fine dining world.
Educating Tomorrow’s Culinary Creators by Dr. Sheila Quirk-Bailey, Illinois Central College ICC’s culinary program is a key player in Peoria’s thriving food scene.
Culinary Arts and the Warrior Way by Thomas Bruch, Peoria Public Schools Woodruff’s culinary program regularly vies for state and national championships while fostering lifelong skills.
Collective Giving for Impact Impact Central Illinois is preparing to kick off its first grant initiative to give away $117,000 to one local charity in 2020.
Hope Blooms Near St. Ann OSF HealthCare has invested in the garden to provide access to healthy foods in an area that is otherwise food-insecure.
Food for Thought Mayor Jim Ardis - City of Peoria Let us continue to share our personal resources and talents for the nourishment of our community.
