Do you like to dine al fresco?  One of the best parts of summer is dining outdoors in the fresh air, whether straight off your own grill or at a local restaurant.  On Monday night, the Village Board approved licenses for four Glen Ellyn businesses looking to set up tables outside, and hoping to pull in diners looking to enjoy their meals outdoors. This summer, you'll be able to sit outside and sip espresso at Starbucks; enjoy a burger with a view of downtown Glen Ellyn at Tap House and Grill; enjoy the rich flavors of lasagna at Vitorio's Ristorante; and the complex spices at Gratto Trattoria…

You could stand on a corner and look around until a restaurant sign draws you in. But we've got a better idea. Each week, Glen Ellyn Patch picks a great restaurant either in town or nearby that is worth checking out. Here's this week's choice: Bistro Monet—Looking for good food and nice ambiance? Have you checked out Bistro Monet? Chances are you're new in the area if you haven't (like me). This restaurant is a local favorite, praised for everything from their food to their cocktails. French-born Chef Michel Saragueta has had quite a career in fancy, expensive establishments—the man made …