One of the most rewarding elements of feeding people is eliciting a feeling of nostalgia amongst our clients. As we all know, a reminder of our childhood is always something that brings joy and depth to eating beyond just the flavors themselves. What...

It’s no secret we embrace the natural surroundings which make up Independence Grove. Whether it’s a gorgeous blanket of winter snow or the smiling sun of summer, we love the ever-changing seasons. Here is a list—in no particular order—of the ...

When we look out over the beautiful landscape of Independence Grove and see the trees turning, we know the extended holiday season is upon us. We love the holidays and know they are a special time of year: the blaze of autumn for Thanksgiving, the bl...

What’s better than one Bar Mitzvah or Bat Mitzvah? A two-in-one B’nai Mitzvah celebrating two young adults coming of age! For twins Dillon (girl) and Zach (boy), their Black and Neon B’nai Mitzvah in Audubon Hall was featured on PartySlate and ...

Events at Independence Grove makes for a beautiful wedding venue for those looking to tie the knot in Chicagoland. For inspiration to plan your special day, let’s take a look at two beautiful outdoor weddings we hosted recently at North Bay Pavilio...

We were honored to host Kyle & Katie’s gorgeous wedding reception at Independence Grove. Our 1,000 acre nature preserve with it’s pristine beauty and secluded setting was the perfect backdrop for this ultra stylish and chic coupl...