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‘An earthier feel’: Eco-conscious Duke’s Inferno brings locally grown ingredients to town

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“I was really excited to open a wood-fired kitchen,” Duke’s Inferno chef and owner Zac Dolezal said. The new restaurant is a natural extension of Duke’s Alehouse in Crystal Lake with a common philosophy of eco-conscious dining. Duke’s Inferno, which opened Nov. 1, emphasizes pizzas on its varied menu. (Independent photo by Ken Farver)

Zac Dolezal, chef and owner at Duke’s Alehouse and Kitchen, said that Woodstock residents have long supported his Crystal Lake eatery. “I’m glad to offer a closer option for them,” […]

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Susan W. Murray

Susan W. Murray wrote for The Independent, covering various beats, from 2005 to 2008, returning to the paper as a writer in 2018. A 26-year resident of Woodstock, she taught English, American history, and religion to junior high students at St. Mary School for nine years.
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Picture of Susan W. Murray

Susan W. Murray

Susan W. Murray wrote for The Independent, covering various beats, from 2005 to 2008, returning to the paper as a writer in 2018. A 26-year resident of Woodstock, she taught English, American history, and religion to junior high students at St. Mary School for nine years.
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