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Bossanova fare great for riverfront repast
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Bossanova server and bartender Kitty Mertz, who’s worked six years at the Alton destination restaurant and lounge, shows the smoked salmon rangoon, a take on the classic and a signature house-made specialty. The little puff savory pastries are filled with a salmon mousse that simply melts in your mouth.Jill Moon|The TelegraphShow MoreShow Less
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Bossanova Restaurant and Lounge owner, Russ Smith, of Alton, shows off a chocolate raspberry cake, a new dessert that Bossa is offering, sourced in partnership from Dolci di Anna Custom Cakes which opened about a month ago right around the corner.Jill Moon|The TelegraphShow MoreShow Less
Promoting Riverbend tourism starts with a visit
Cory Jobe
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As we turn the calendar to 2021 and try and forget the year that was, I am reminded of the good that is happening all around us. It really is the people, businesses, places, and events that make our region so unique for local residents and visitors alike to enjoy and appreciate.
When planning for our recovery, a new economic engine must be embraced and used to boldly greet the challenges of our future in southwest Illinois. With our abundance of natural wonders along the Mississippi River, the unique stories of the road and charm of Route 66, the bounty of recreational establishments– indoor and outdoor-, the talents of our local makers, and the treasure trove of history just waiting to be explored, tourism is that new economic engine!
Restaurant week marks decade of dining
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Alton Restaurant Week is marking its 10th year Jan. 15-24 with lunch and dinner specials at 22 Alton area restaurants. Show MoreShow Less
ALTON Start the year off right with Alton Restaurant Week now in its 10th year.
“Supporting our locally owned and operated restaurants is more important than ever,” said Great Rivers and Routes’ Cory Jobe, president and chief executive officer of the tourism bureau.
“We encourage everyone who can to order lunch and dinner specials from the great participating restaurants and explore the wonderful culinary destinations we have in the Great Rivers and Routes region.”