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About 4 hours ago I was ankle deep in mud, wandering around a corn maze in the rain with Tim. It was chilly, raining and messy, but boy was it fun! And it was all brought to me by Richardson Farm.
In addition to having the World’s Largest Corn Maze, the farm also boasts about having a huge pumpkin patch and zipline. Upon entering the farm, I also discovered that there are gokarts; wagon rides; a little gift shop; a beautifully lit, covered picnic area; and a pen filled with goats that you can feed!
Me, feeding the very hungry (read: greedy) goats
Richardson Farm as seen from the observation deck.
Admission for adults is $11.50/person which is not bad given that you can really make a day out of the excursion to Spring Grove. You can even stay late (the farm is open til midnight) and bring flashlights into the maze, or if you are really brave, let moon light guide you along your way. There are two observation bridges in the maze that afford lovely views of the corn rows and surrounding scenery, and can also help you choose your next move.
A view from the 8' observation bridge
Not to be outdone by Devin’s delicious Locavore Challenge meals that keep me drooling at my computer, I decided to bust out some of the fabulous Door County cherries I’ve been holding in reserve in my freezer. I should include here that this way my first foray into the world of pie making.. and I’m not so sure I will be returning!
It turned out a bit runny (not enough corn starch?) and messy in the oven… (anyone know a good stove cleaner?). But all in all, I deem it a success! It’s now cooling on my kitchen windowsill, yes windowsill, and I cannot wait for the first delectable bite.
The result:
Who cares if my pie is a few crumbs short of a Martha Stewart thumbs up? The stress alone involved in its creation makes it the most scrumptious dessert currently in Chicago!
-Ileana
Yes, you heard right!!!!!
Martha Stewart, domestic demi-god, is coming to Chicago for a book signing TOMORROW (May 1st). I have class but that does not mean you cannot do what I wish I was doing and go and get your brand new copy of “Martha Stewart’s Cooking School: Lessons and Recipes for the Home Cook,” SIGNED!!!
Here are the details you need to know:
- When: May 1 at 1 p.m.
- Price: Free (and PRICELESS!!!)
- Event Phone Number: 312-781-1000
@ Macy’s on 111 N. State St.
Dev xx
