Times Columnist Philip Potempa's Older Sisters Carol (left) and Pam

Times Columnist Philip Potempa's older sisters, Carol (left) and Pam, seen at February's Valentine's Day reader event at Teibel's, share same recipe favorites from their youth.

Mock Hostess Ho-Ho Sheet Cakes at 2013 Teibel's Valentine's Day Charity Luncheon

A line of Mock Hostess Ho-Ho Cakes, baked by Times Columnist Philip Potempa's mother Peggy, line tables at Teibel's Restaurant in Schererville last month for a 2013 Valentine's Day charity luncheon.

FROM the FARM: Readers and donations make Hedda event great

Phil Potempa's weekly farm column recipe.

FROM the FARM: You're invited to Hedda Hopper Valentine's Day lunch at Teibel's

Every year readers look forward to my annual Valentine's Day charity luncheon for The Caring Place at Teibel's restaurant and the announcement of the year's theme.

FROM the FARM: You're invited to Hedda Hopper Valentine's Day lunch at Teibel's

Phil Potempa's weekly farm column recipe.

OFFBEAT: Minnie Pearl recipe request reflects Sunday's folksy fun for column's 10th anniversary

Phil Potempa's daily entertainment news column.

OFFBEAT: You're invited to Teibel's tribute luncheon to Ann Landers

Phil Potempa's daily entertainment news column.

FROM the FARM: You're invited to Ann Landers Valentine's Day lunch at Teibel's

Phil Potempa's weekly farm column recipe.

Nominate an Outstanding Front-Line Employee

HAMMOND | The South Shore Convention and Visitors Authority is seeking nominations for the Annual ROSE Awards.

Teibel's $250,000 dining room renovation begins Monday

SCHERERVILLE | The last time waitress Lynda Freeman witnessed a change in the decor at Teibel's restaurant it was 1985.

FROM the FARM: You're invited to Fanny Brice Valentine's Day lunch at Teibel's

Phil Potempa's weekly farm column recipe.

Famous Phone Call

A guest at the 2009 Valentine's Day luncheon event at Teibel's in Schererville talks with actor Robert Wagner via telephone during the after meal program, during a Q&A session hosted by Times Columnist Philip Potempa (center).