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22 | January 26, 2017 | The lake forest leader dining out LakeForestLeader.com Good eats for your appetite and waistline North Shore meals to satisfy healthful eating STAFF REPORT Every year, millions make a list of New Year’s resolutions, pledging to lead more productive, healthier and happier lives for the next 12 months. The first few days of January, people jot down common goals, including losing weight, eating better, alleviating stress and picking up a new hobby. And, every year, so many of us have resolutions that go unfulfilled for whatever excuse — not enough time, not enough money, or simply, not willing to change those hard to break habits. At 22nd Century Media, our staff was determined to show our readers that eating better does not mean having to sacrifice quality and taste. Try some of our favorite local finds for more healthconscious meals that are anything but short on flavor. Chicken Lettuce Wraps — Westwood Bistro, Lake Forest Finding healthful food options when dining out can be a challenge and may leave guests with limited options, but look no further than Westwood Bistro in Lake Forest. Westwood Bistro has a variety of healthful food options which can help guests achieve their New Year’s resolution. Among the restaurant’s many food options is their lettuce wraps which can be filled with your choice of chicken ($9), steak ($11) and short rib ($14). I tried the chicken lettuce wraps which are made with an Asian influence and are stuffed with teryaki sauce, Chinese rice noodles, jalapenos, cilantro, sesame seeds and crushed peanuts. The chicken was cut into small strips which made it easy to bite into and the teryaki sauce was not overpowering while it adds a bit of flavor to the lettuce wrap. For manager Tom Colvin, the chicken wraps are a great healthful option because they are made with Amish chicken which is corn-fed and with lettuce instead of a bun. “The rice noodle offers that crunch to it too so it feels like you are eating something bigger than it is,” Colvin said. “It is definitely satisfying with the sweet and tanginess of the teryaki.” Westwood Bistro, 950 N. Western Ave, Lake Forest, is open 11:30 a.m.-20 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday- Saturday, 4-9 p.m. Sunday. For more information, call (847) 295-2500 or visit westwoodbistro.com. Story by Editor Alyssa Groh Poke bowl — Kamehachi, Northbrook It’s fresh. It’s trendy. And now, the poke bowl has come to Kamehachi, 1320 Shermer Road, Northbrook. The sushi restaurant debuted its version of the Hawaiian poke (pronounced poh-kay) bowl last fall on its specials menu, and it isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. The chicken lettuce wraps ($9 with chicken) at Lake Forest’s Westwood Bistro features teryaki sauce, Chinese rice noodles, jalapenos, cilantro, sesame seeds and crushed peanuts. Alyssa Groh/22nd Century Media Though Kamehachi has offered rice bowls for years, this is the first time the restaurant is marketing poke bowls as a special. “Poke bowls are a trend right now,” said Chris Turner, sales and marketing manager for Kamehachi. “A lot of restaurants are a strictly poke bowl concept.” Customers can choose their base ingredient (white, brown or black rice, sushi rice, or mixed greens) and marinated or plain protein (raw tuna or salmon, or cooked tofu) and one of three signature preparations (Hachi Classic, Fire Bowl or Luau Bowl). Or, you can choose your own preparations from among a dozen ingredients and nine sauces. Of the three, the Fire Bowl is the spiciest, which of course meant I had to try it. I chose brown rice — rich in magnesium, fiber and calcium — and salmon, which is chock-full of protein and omega-3 fatty acids — believed to have anti-inflammatory effects and to decrease the risk of heart failure. The Fire Bowl includes scallion, tobiko (fish roe), jalapeno, edamame, furikake seasoning, avocado, cilantro, oshinko (pickled radish), pickled ginger, wasabi mayo, spicy red sauce and Kamehachi’s signature dressing. A good game plan is to spread the sauces out so you don’t taste all the heat at once. The mix of ingredients creates a unique, savory flavor that cannot be replicated in other dishes. The bowls come in two sizes, 16 ounces ($10) and 24 ounces ($14). Turner said the bowls have been a strong seller, and she expects them to become a permanent menu fixture. Visit www.kamehachi. com/northbrook or call (847) 562-0064 for more information. Story by Contributing Editor Matt Yan Nutritionist’s Smoothie — True Juice, Highland Park If you’re trying to eat healthier, you know eating your fruits and vegetables is the key to success. But drinking them is a lot more fun. At True Juice, which opened over the summer in Highland Park, a wide selection of smoothies, juices, soups, acai bowls and more are offered, giving Highland Park residents and beyond an on-the-go healthful option. One of the most popular smoothies at True Juice isn’t even on the menu (yet), it’s the Nutritionist’s Smoothie ($9.76). What started as a request from a customer based on ingredients recommended to her by a nutritionist is now one of the store’s most popular items, according to manager Taylor Blake. The smoothie has almond milk, spinach, vegan coconut oil, dates, avocado, blueberries, pineapple and banana. Truthfully, it doesn’t look pretty. The mix of the spinach, blueberries and dates gives the drink a dark green, nearly gray color that doesn’t scream “drink me!”, but don’t let that stop you — it’s a creamy, filling smoothie that tastes mostly like pineapple. The word traveled fast throughout Highland Park about the smoothie, and in the next month or so the drink will be permanently added to the menu. It’s still a Highland Park special though — the drink hasn’t yet popped up in the store’s Winnetka location. True Juice, 1852 First St., Highland Park, is open 7 a.m.–5 p.m. Monday- Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Saturday and 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Sunday. For more information, call (847) 748-8783. Story by Contributing Editor Courtney Jacquin Wilmette roll — AO Sushi, Wilmette Rice has been a staple food in the diets of people around the world for hundreds and hundreds of years. While white rice has always received most of the attention, brown rice is catching up in recent years as a healthier alternative. AO Sushi, specializing in the freshest sushi and fish in Wilmette for more than 25 years, took note of the trend and now gives customers the option of having their sushi rolls made with brown rice. “[Brown rice] is considered a whole grain and filled with nutrients,” said Emi Fukuda, who handles marketing and business development for AO Sushi. “The popularity of brown rice has really grown in the past couple of years. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up with all the brown rice orders on our busy nights. It’s a little harder for the chefs to work with when rolling, but we’ve been doing it for a while, so we’re used to it.” Named after the village that gave AO Sushi its start, the Wilmette roll ($8.49 with brown rice, $7.99 with white rice) is a popular choice at the grab-and-go market. The roll features tuna, salmon, avocado and spicy mayonnaise. These ingredients are all rolled in seaweed and the result is a delicious combination of flavors. AO Sushi features other healthful options in its instore cases. AO Sushi is located at 3217 Lake Ave., Wilmette. For more information, call (847) 256-4404 or visit www.aosushi.com. Story by Managing Editor Eric DeGrechie
LakeForestLeader.com real estate the lake forest leader | January 26, 2017 | 23 What: 4 bedrooms, 2.1 baths The Lake Forest Leader’s of the WEEK Brought to you by: Where: 246 E. Woodland Road, Lake Bluff Amenities: This beautifully appointed and updated home will immediately embrace the most discerning buyer. This traditional home has a wonderful floor plan with all the comforts of home. The home features elegant living room with a gas fireplace, marble surround, built in cabinets and natural light adjacent to a formal and spacious dining room. There are newer windows, recently refinished hardwood floors and beautiful millwork. The family room is inviting as it is roomy and is adjacent to the newer kitchen. The kitchen features Wolf, Bosch and Kitchenaid appliances, new tile back splash, custom white cabinets and a great dining nook. The first floor has a den — a plus for today’s buyers who work at home. The second floor features a spacious landing with attractive wainscoting, newer hall bath with double sinks and granite and three generously sized bedrooms with closet organizers. The master suite has hardwood floors, great closet space and a newer exquisite bath with a large shower, double sinks and a tub. The partially finished basement includes recreational/media room, laundry room and contains space for storage. The home is professionally landscaped with a fenced yard, great deck and a oversize two car garage. Asking price: $839,000 Listing agent: Daria Andrews and Pat Carollo, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices KoenigRubloff, email DAndrews@KoenigRubloff.com, phone (847) 477-3794 and email PCarollo@KoenigRubloff.com phone (847) 951-8817. To see your home featured as Home of the Week, email Elizabeth Fritz at e.fritz@22ndcenturymedia.com or call (847) 272-4565 ext. 19. FOR ALL YOUR MORTGAGE NEEDS 664 N. Western Ave., Lake Forest, IL 60045 Phone: (847) 234-8484 thefederalsavingsbank.com Dec. 13 • 717 Jenkisson Ave., Lake Bluff, 60044-1617 - Pavlovic Trust to Patricia A. Lenzini, $240,000 • 1301 N. Western Ave. 207, Lake Forest, 60045-1241 - Frederick W. Lenn Jr. to Lucia A. Shelton, George Shelton Iii, $120,500 • 1393 S. Estate Lane, Lake Forest, 60045-3668 - John E. Madigan to Jeffrey J. Corso, Jill Corso ,$769,000 • 581 Ivy Court, Lake Forest, 60045-3232 - Gregory L. Elfering to Jonathan M. Rigoni, Julia A. Rigoni, $493,000 • 700 S. Waukegan Road, Lake Forest, 60045-2651 - Simon Trust to Jan Jorfald, $627,500 Dec. 9 • 585 Fletcher Circle, Lake Forest, 60045-1523 - Considine Trust to Nichelle Lianne Wieland, John Philip Wieland, $775,000 • 883 Summit Ave., Lake Forest, 60045-1720 - Gayle A. Griffis to Linda L. Griffis, $225,000 Dec. 8 • 1145 Prairie Ave., Lake Forest, 60045-3868 - Smales Trust to Ashley L. O’Donnell, Timothy Tinkham O’Donnell, $760,000 • 203 Niles Ave., Lake Forest, 60045-2952 - Robert E. Potts to Benjamin D. Hiett, Bonnie Amanda Hiett, $505,000 • 24052 N. Elm Road, Lake Forest, 60045-3425 - Mieczyslaw Wroblewski to Muhareb Hamideh, $745,000 • 333 E. Woodland Road, Lake Forest, 60045-1313 - Daniel Trust to Gregory L. Williams, Mary Therese Williams, $2,800,000 • 373 Sussex Lane, Lake Forest, 60045-2057 - Jonathan S. Erulkar to Robert C. Beckstedt, Lauren E. Beckstedt, $885,000 • 40 W. North Ave., Lake Forest, 60045-2991 - Matthew Proesel to Juli Hallas, $507,000 • 599 Beverly Place, Lake Forest, 60045-3103 - Corey A. Nelson to Jose Tristan Sosa, Victoria Varau, $615,000 • 868 Larchmont Lane, Lake Forest, 60045-1647 - Daniel R. Loeger to Bryan O’Connor, Anna O’Connor, $1,375,000 • 935 S. Green Bay Road, Lake Forest, 60045-3965 - Michael C. Ward to Thomas Morgan Mccoy Jr., $555,000 The Going Rate is provided by Record Information Services, Inc. For more information, visit www.public-record. com or call (630) 557-1000.
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