Candy land comes to Chicago

Fun for the kids and the kid at heart Dylan's Candy Bar, 445 N. Michigan, is a magnificent addition to the Mag Mile. The retailer, which has been opening in stages since last November, finally showed off what's behind the doors of its colorful candy shop during a grand opening party May 14, 2015. From favorites like Jelly Belly to nostalgic designs of iconic candy such as Hershey's and everything in between, including an old-fashioned popcorn maker and cotton candy machine there is something for everyone. The store is three-levels, anchored by a ground-to-top-floor lollipop structure, of ---to use a candy phrase-- good 'n plenty treats. And yes, the shop carries Good 'N Plenty brand products. Dylan's has also put together special time capsule candy packages chock-full of goodies from various decades. If sweets aren't on your diet it's a fun place to shop for friends and family whether purchasing candy or candy and confection-themed products such as pillows, T-shirts and tote bags. dylans

 

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JW Marriott Chicago Salutes Former James Beard Winners

Chef Michael Reich of JW Marriott Chicago, 151 W. Adams, has designed a special menu for former James Beard winners, available through May 23. http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/chijw-jw-marriott-chicago/

JW MARRIOTT CHICAGO - JAMES BEARD BITES MENU

HEIRLOOM TOMATO AND BURRATA CROSTINI ($12)

SQUACH BLOSSUMS AND TOASTED FENNEL

Inspired by Nancy Silverton, Pizzeria Mozza Signature Dishes – Fennel Sausage Pizza, Squash Blossoms Pizza

APPLEWOOD SMOKED BACON SCOTCH EGGS ($8)

WATERCRESS AND TRUFFLE HONEY

Inspired by Paul Kahan, Blackbird signature dish - prawn scotch egg

CHERRY WOOD SMOKED SHORT RIB SANDWICH ($16)

ROOT VEGETABLE SLAW HORSRADISH WHITE CHEDDAR, CORN MEAL DUSTED BUN

Inspired by Tom Colicchio, Craft - Braised Short Ribs

PAN SEARED ATLANTIC SKATE WING ($19)

TOASTED GARLIC RAPINI  BLACK GARLIC , POMEGRANITE, SAGE BROWN BUTTER

Inspired by Stephanie Izard, Girl & the Goat - Sauteed skate wing: broccoli-nectarine kimchee. dandy greens. caper brown butter

DESSERT

WHITE CHOCOLATE AND CINNAMON RISOTTO FRITTERS ($10)

TANGERINE CITRUS RELISH

Inspired by Melissa Kelly (chef), Primo - Sweet Risotto Fritters with Strawberry-Rhubarb Compote

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The Smoke Daddy Turns 21

The Smoke Daddy, 1804 W. Division, rings in its 21st birthday May 21 with a bang. Guests will be feted to 21-cent Miller Lite Ponies (with food purchase). Complimentary cake will be served for the occasion with blues bands providing live entertainment during the day-long (11 a.m. to 11 p.m.) celebration. thesmokedaddy

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Craft Beer Week

Don't miss out on the beer specials during the Sixth Annual Chicago Craft Beer Week May 14-24, 2015. A list of participants and schedule of events is available at chibeer 

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Haagen-Dazs Shops Offer Free Scoop

Haagen-Dazs shops are giving away free kiddie-size ice cream, gelato or sorbet scoops served in a cup, sugar gone or cake cone, 4-8 p.m. May 12. As a special treat two new flavors from the artisan ice cream line will be available to select: banana rum jam and chocolate caramelized oat. To locate the nearest shop. visit: haagendazs 

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