Worried the traditional hot dog stand was on the verge of becoming extinct, the Narcisi family decided to expand its business in town with Delicious Redd’s Hot Dogs. “They’re disappearing,” said Jimmy Narcisi, who owns the hot dog stand with his brother Bob Narcisi Jr. and his father Bob Narcisi Sr. “They’re all disappearing slowly but surely.” The family also owns DiPiero’s Pizzeria and Ristorante and Lakeland Catering, all located in downtown Lake Zurich. Heading into its third summer since opening, Delicious Redd’s, 2 E. Main St., keeps it simple. The restaurant — with a red and black tiled floor, … ]]> Thu, 03 May 2012 04:45:02 -0500 http://lakezurich.suntimes.com/business/12155384-417/delicious-redds-keeps-hot-dog-stand-tradition.html http://lakezurich.suntimes.com/business/12155384-417/delicious-redds-keeps-hot-dog-stand-tradition.html

If you’re looking for a vast amount of information about real estate — everything from renovation projects to ownership legalities — you should hit the Association of Condominium, Townhouse and Homeowners Associations, aka ACTHA, Spring Conference & Trade Show on April 21 at Drury Lane, 100 Drury Lane, in Oakbrook Terrace. It’s a huge event, because ACTHA focuses on community associations — condominiums, townhomes, HOAs and co-ops in Chicago, Cook, Lake, Will, McHenry, Kankakee and other collar counties throughout Illinois. The group has a far reach and offers knowledge, resources and educational seminars. ACTHA, which is based in downtown Chicago, … ]]> Tue, 10 Apr 2012 19:42:28 -0500 http://lakezurich.suntimes.com/business/11824229-420/trade-show-offers-advice-on-real-estate.html http://lakezurich.suntimes.com/business/11824229-420/trade-show-offers-advice-on-real-estate.html