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Northern Nights: Hangover cures

By Northern Star Scene Staff | May 4, 2014

Carl NadigIf your drinking hasn’t reached “the point of no return,” simply drink water and rehydrate yourself as soon as possible. A good drinking habit to follow is to drink one cup of water per alcoholic beverage.Josh AlfreyThe greatest of all...

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Northern Nights: Disney Drinks

By Lauren Iverson | May 4, 2014

(Left) Evil Step-mother (middle) Belle of the Ball (right) Queen of Hearts

Northern Nights: Going out vs. staying in to drink

Northern Nights: Going out vs. staying in to drink

By Pat Quinn | May 4, 2014

Shopping is a game that can only be won with cheats.Here is the guidebook for purchasing alcohol at a bar or store.At the barTurning 21 and having an outing at a bar is fun, but it gets to be expensive. First thing: Know the specials.• Most bars near...

Northern Nights: Bartenders’ favorites

By Staff | May 4, 2014

Molly’sSabreena SaleemColumnist H @BreeSaleemMolly’s, 1000 W. Lincoln Highway, puts a colorful twist on the classic Mai Tai with white and dark rums, amaretto, triple sec, grenadine, sour, and orange juice for a drink that is both tart and sweet....

Northern Nights: Virgin drinks

By Sabreena Saleem | May 4, 2014

Virgin Piña ColadaPiña Coladas are the perfect treat for a hot summer day or after-dinner dessert.Swapping out rum or alcohol for vanilla ice cream turns this summer cocktail into a creamy, tropical smoothie.• Ingredients:• Ice• Splash of milk•...

Wedding Banned redefines cover band by ‘shredding’

By Sabreena Saleem | May 4, 2014

The excitement of the Blackhawks’ winning game Saturday night didn’t stop Wedding Banned from performing at Rosy’s Roadhouse, 930 Pappas Drive.Although the show was scheduled to start at 10 p.m., it didn’t begin until 11:30 p.m. after the Blackhawks...

Lykke Li’s album showcases talent

By Jazmin Belcher | May 4, 2014

Swedish singer-songwriter Lykke Li changes the perception of indie pop music with her third album, “I Never Learn.”The depressing album has an unforgettable vibe as Li describes struggles with guilt, shame and confusion as a woman.In “No Rest for...

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with at-home recipes

By Claire Buchanan | May 4, 2014

Before you head out to the bar to celebrate Cinco de Mayo, try to whip up these simple, festive recipes at home.These recipes have a lot of room for improvisation. You can use as much of the ingredients as you like, so feel free to use your creativity.TostadasIngredients:•...

Owners of The House Cafe, 263 E. Lincoln Highway, have delayed the planned April reopening to May. Changes to the café include a new booking manager, baristas, cooks and opening time at 6 a.m. with a breakfast menu.

House Cafe delays April opening

By Carl Nadig | April 30, 2014

DeKalb | The House Cafe expects to open at an unannounced time during early May rather than its planned date of late April.The café is making changes to the business, including its staff list.According to the new owners, the entire staff — baristas...

Superhero films save viewers

By Pat Quinn | April 30, 2014

Marvel will provide the highlight of May’s movies.“The Amazing Spider-Man 2”This weekend starts off with “The Amazing Spider-Man 2.” Peter Parker is back in the suit and is going up against one of his greatest foes, Electro.Rumor says the film...

Top 3: Best books for summer

By Deanna Frances | April 29, 2014

Three books that should be added to everyone’s summer reading list.“The Longest Ride”by Nicholas Sparks: May 6Nicholas Sparks’ new romance should have no problem attracting readers of all ages.“The Longest Ride” is the story of two completely...

Just Sayin’: Justice League movie, seafood and Kenya Moore

By Northern Star Scene staff | April 29, 2014

Pat Quinn: Justice League movieZack Snyder announced a Justice League movie will be released in 2018 this week.I don’t understand how the production team is going to be able to pull off a Justice League movie when characters and casting are going to...