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Annie Froeschle Content Creator // @anniesqceats
Since launching her Instagram page, Annie’s QC Eats, Annie Foeschle has become a go-to source for dining recommendations and hidden gems in the Quad Cities food scene. What began as a creative outlet during the pandemic has grown into a platform connecting residents and visitors with local restaurants. “I started the page after bartending when
I realized how often people asked me for food recommendations,” she explains. “While in Kansas City for work, I used Instagram to find places to eat and thought, ‘Why doesn’t the QC have something like this?’ It was also during COVID, so I wanted to help small businesses that were struggling.” Annie’s page highlights locally owned restaurants, creating what she calls a community of stories. “It’s been so meaningful to meet people behind
Whitey’s Ice Cream
SWEET TREATS & DESSERTS Sweet treats are a Quad Cities specialty, with plenty of options to satisfy your cravings. Lagomarcino’s Confectionery , a James Beard Award winner, has been delighting families for over a century with hand-dipped chocolates and nostalgic soda fountain favorites. Whitey’s Ice Cream , a family-run institution since 1933, is famous for its creamy scoops, thick shakes, and seasonal flavors. For soft-serve perfection, fans flock to Country Style Ice Cream for its homemade taste. For more dessert indulgence, visit Tiphanie’s for unique pastries or Sugar a la Mode for beautifully crafted, scratch-made baked goods created with love. For cookie lovers, Cookies & Dreams in Bettendorf serves up oversized cookies in creative flavors that are as delicious as they are photo-worthy. From classic soda fountain treats to modern confections, the QC’s dessert scene offers a sweet ending to any meal. Dining in the Quad Cities isn’t just a meal—it’s an experience steeped in tradition, innovation, and Midwestern
these businesses, learn about their challenges and successes, and encourage others to support local,” she says. She believes what sets the QC food scene apart is its personal touch. “You can go somewhere, and they’ll remember your name and your order. It’s about genuine connections.” Annie is also a proud supporter of Visit Quad Cities, frequently promoting events like QC Restaurant Week. “It’s a great opportunity to highlight places people might not think about and introduce them to hidden gems,” she shares. For visitors, her must-visit itinerary includes coffee at the Coffee House in the Village of East Davenport, breakfast at QC Pancake House , lunch at Arthur’s Garden Deli , dinner at The Half Nelson , dessert at Whitey’s or Lagomarcino’s , and a cocktail at Devon’s Complaint Department or Take Cover Tiki Club . Annie’s passion for food and community makes her a trusted guide to the QC’s legendary culinary scene.
warmth. From signature flavors to creative new favorites, every bite tells a story you’ll want to savor again and again.
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