Salon at 1913 Restaurant

Come and visit with me at 1913 Restaurant. You’ll find me in the nook by the bar, signing books and serving lemon meringue pie bites and homemade empanadas. Plus, the 1913 team is making a Rye Tai cocktail just for us. I’ll definitely raise my glass to that!

1913 Restaurant
123 Main St. Roselle, IL 60172
Thursday, May 1, 2025
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

If you haven’t gotten your copy of "My Life in Pies: Sweet and Savory Recipes Inspired by Family and Friends" yet, now is a great opportunity—I’ll even sign it for you! This book was truly a labor of love. It’s chock full of classic favorites and creative treats that will delight everyone at the dinner table. In addition to My Life in Pies, I’ll also have my homemade, cognac barrel-aged vanilla extract on sale. And if you purchase your book from me, you’ll get $10 off your next visit to 1913 Restaurant. You really can’t beat that!

Plus, 100% of the proceeds go to local children’s charities. You can learn more about the Oak Park River Forest Infant Welfare Society and the Hephzibah Children’s Home below.

1913 Restaurant


I absolutely LOVE 1913 Restaurant and Bar in Roselle, Illinois. Their menu focuses on fresh, seasonal ingredients, including fresh fish and high-quality steaks. They seriously have some of the best food around! Plus, their drink menu includes over 100 kinds of bourbon, craft beer, and a full cocktail bar. If you haven’t been to 1913 yet, please come and spend the evening there with me—you are going to love it too!



100% of your cookbook purchase supports local children’s charities.

Children’s Charities of Oak Park and River Forest


All proceeds from my cookbook,“My Life in Pies: Sweet and Savory Recipes Inspired by Family & Friends, are always donated to Hephzibah Children’s Association and The Oak Park River Forest Infant Welfare Society.



Hephzibah Children’s Associations


Hephzibah is so close to my heart. The oldest social service agency in Oak Park, Hephzibah offers group homes for abused and neglected children, foster care, adoption services, as well as day care and family programs. Learn more below.



Oak Park River Forest Infant Welfare Society


The Infant Welfare Society does incredible work too! They provide healthcare services to families and children so they might lead healthier, safer, and more productive lives from within safe environments. Learn more about the OPRF Infant Welfare Society at the link below.


Giving Back

Buying one of my cookbooks means you’re taking home a collection of my favorite recipes and helping two local organizations make a real difference in children’s lives.

100% of Proceeds Donated

Support two local charity partners serving over 3,000 children in the Chicago area.

Hephzibah Children’s Associations

Hephzibah provides foster care, group homes, and youth programs that give every child the chance to thrive.

Oak Park River Forest Infant Welfare Society

OPRF IWS ensures access to quality medical, dental, and behavioral health care for children in need.

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