We posed the Insta-question to you,

Dear Readers:

“What is your favorite treat or treasure from our community? Is it your daily latte from @HANSACOFFEE ? Perhaps its a warm almond croissant from @GERHARDSEUROPEANDESSERTS? Or is it the meditative walk you take on @LFOPENLANDS paths? Share in the comments or DM for a chance to see yours in the May issue!” – @FORESTANDBLUFFMAG

“Hmmm.. Indoors: two long time staples that flex with the times are @GERHARDSEUROPEANDESSERTS and @THELAKEFORESTSHOP, both owners and their staff treat their customers like gold. outdoor treasures are all around us thankfully: both @DAILYLBOLA and @ELAWAFARM and its Middlefork Preserve are top on my list of greenspaces.” – @PATTYCHARHUT

“@FOREVEROMYOGA is a true gift to this community. Cilla and all the FO teachers give their all to help us find our inner strength and peace. I also love @LAKEFORESTTRUEVALUE Chris is honoring his father by making the store even better.” – @ZEEMANMARTHA

“The food @fROGGYSFRENCHCAFE is the BEST ever!!!” – @SUZWOLOSON

“@THEGALLERYLF in Lake Forest! Love having dinner there—can’t wait to sit outside on the patio again.” – @NANCIANNEKNIPFER

“@DEERPATHINN is a treasure! I love dining outside in the garden, in the garden room or downstairs in the cozy bar.” – @LAURADUGGAN55

“Definitely @ELAWAFARM for a walk or their farmer’s market, and @SAGEEXPLORERSLLC is a great place to do a craft and buy unique games for the whole family.” – @HEIDIVCLIFTON

“@SAGEEXPLORERSLLC is such a gem! it’s my go to gift store for kiddos. They are knowledgeable, friendly, and go above and beyond wrapping, delivering, anything for their customers!” – @BURGER847MEL

@LF_BOOKSTORE is an absolute treasure in town. The staff goes above and beyond at all times. Gift wrapping always available! The staff is amazing.” – @MARKETGIRL86