Ace of Cakes @ABSS

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Duff Goldman is a special guest during the America's Baking & Sweets Show, Nov. 13-15 at the Schaumburg Convention Center, 1551 N. Thoreau Drive, Schaumburg.

The show's theme is Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Activities include demonstrations and hands-on classes. Click here for complete details.

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Tribes Alehouse New Chef and New Specials

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Tribes Alehouse & Beer Company brings a new chef on board at the Tinley Park location (9501 W. 171st). Mitch Garcia takes over the kitchen duties, launching daily specials including Taco Tuesday (two taco; $5 available 4-7 p.m.) Specials begin Oct. 30.

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Halloween @Rockit Bar

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Rockit Burger Bar, 3700 N. Clark, hosts a Nightmare on Clark Street, 8 p.m. to 3 a.m. Oct. 31. Drink specials for the evening include fireball ($6); Bud Light bottles ($3) and witch's punch shots ($3). A costume contest will be held at 11 p.m.

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Israel Idonije Foundation Fundraiser

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Compassion, Fashion & Cocktails 2015, benefitting the Israel Idonije Foundation, is Oct. 29 at the Godfrey Hotel Chicago, IO Urban Roofscape, 127 W. Huron.

The night includes culinary, special cocktails and a runway show featuring designs from Zadig & Voltaire. Israel Idonije, who spent 10 years playing for the Chicago Bears, will be on hand to greet guests during a VIP cocktail reception 5:30-6 p.m. 

The entire event is for charity and will raise money and awareness for the Israel Idonije Foundation, whose mission is to positively impact underserved communities through programs that help develop social and emotional life skills through its four core programs in Chicago, Winnipeg and West Africa.  

Food Participants include: 25 Degrees; Boka Group; Blue Plate, Freshii; Frontier; Pioneer Tavern Group; Ixcateco Grill; Loews Hotel; Real Urban BBQ; Seasons 52; Sugar Bliss Cake Boutique; Sullivan's Steak House, Untitled and Zoom Pizza Factory. Sommelier Jim Bube of Heritage Wine Cellars hosts a wine tasting.

All ticket holders will have access to a cocktail reception from 6-7:30 p.m. Followed by the fashion show. Tickets, available only at the door, are $65; $100 for the private meet and greet.

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Uncommon Ground Fall Menu Items

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Uncommon Ground, 1401 W. Devon (Edgewater), launched a new fall menu that includes seasonal selections such as pumpkin ravioli (pictured) and pumpkin pancakes with pecan brittle, bourbon maple syrup and candied sage.

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Fountainhead's Cigars and Whisk(e)y Series

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Fountainhead Roof Deck, 1970 W. Montrose, hosts the third installment of its Cigars and Whisk(e)y series 7 p.m. October 26. Distillers  are Arran Distillery, Kilchoman Distillery and Tamdhu Distillery. Smokes provided by Up Down Cigar.

Chef Friedman creates a Arran-inspired tuile with oats, coffee, soaked cranberries, almonds, orange zest and chocolate.

Tickets ($15) includes a 1.5-ounce pour of any featured whisky and one cigar. Flights, pours and pints will be available for an additional cost. Click here for more information.

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Halloween on May St.

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May St. Steakhouse, 1146 W. Cermak, gets into the spirit of Halloween with a night of food and drink specials, including the 3GS pumpkin margarita ($6.66) and spooky-theme food and scary treats beginning 9 p.m. Oct. 31. Come in costume for an even bigger treat. The restaurant will hold a best costume contest with the winner receiving a $100 chef's table dinner. Must be 21 and older.

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Frontier's Cocktail Class

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Sean Nielsen, beverage director of Frontier, 1072 N. Milwaukee, hosts a cocktail making class, in the restaurant's private upstairs lounge, 7 p.m. Nov. 5; $65. Limited space available. RSVP here.

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Osteria La Madia Features New Brunch

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Jonathan Fox and Anderson Hardy of Osteria La Madia, 59 W. Grand, serves up a new Italian Sunday brunch, available 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Featured items include: antipasti; entrees breakfast pizzas; signature pizzas; sides and small plates. Selections include prosciutto and melon with avocado, cucumber, herbs and cream fraiche ($11); seasonal fruit and house-made yogurt with pistachio granola (pictured, $7) and salmon belly crostini, rye toast, goat cheese, caper berry gremolata and micro celery ($16); fried egg bruschetta, grilled ciabatta, garlic spinach, aioli, bacon, sausage and fontina ($12) and Shaved fingerling potato and egg yolk breakfast pizza with caramelized onions, Italian parsley, parmesan and garlic ($13).

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Fleming's 007 Deal

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Fleming's shakes up Halloween with espionage and intrigue during a four-course James Bond-theme dinner 6:30 p.m. Oct. 31 (Chicago location, date varies in other cities). Guests are encouraged dress as any Bond character.

Themed cocktails include the 007 Martini. Courses will be paired with classic cocktails. Click here for more information and times at locations in other cities.

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Cantina Laredo's Seasonal Cocktail

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Cantina Laredo, 508 N. State,  gets into the spirit of the season with the Blue Moon Pumpkin Margarita (Lunazul Blanco Tequila, pumpkin puree, Blue Moon beer, freshly squeezed lime juice). As a Halloween/Day of the Dead special the cocktail, regularly $12, will be available for $6 Oct. 31-Nov. 2.

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Piggyback Comes to the Loop

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Taven Collectives Piggyback property heads downtown. The eatery, a "fast-casual"
spinoff of its original operation, Piggyback Tavern, in Forest Park, opens Oct. 22 at 176 N. Wells. Another downtown location (500 W. Madison) is scheduled to open soon.

The restaurant's trademark is slow-cooked barbecue over hardwood. Click here for more information

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M Burger's November Shake: Pumpkin Pie

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Chef Tim Hockett of M Burger has announced the flavor for its November shake of the month: pumpkin pie (house made pumpkin and vanilla ice cream topped with graham cracker crumbs and a dusting of homemade pumpkin spice). The shake is available at all locations Nov. 1-30.  

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Fountainhead Harvest Dinner Price Change

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Chef Cleetus Friedman's rooftop harvest dinner 7-10 p.m. Oct. 21 at Fountainhead, 1970 W. Montrose, is $70. Click here for more information.

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Vanille's Cubs Creation

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Vanille Patisserie, pays homage to the Chicago Cubs with the Jake (Arrieta) stud muffin: white buttermilk cake, vanilla mousseline, buttercream and a vanilla macaron adorned with the #FlytheW flag ($6.25, big enough for two to share). Available for a limited time at both of Vanille's Chicago locations. 

The Cubs return home Oct. 20 for game three of the playoffs against the Mets.

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Ina Pinkney Documentary Debuts at CIFF

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Beloved Chicago chef Ina Pinkney is the subject of film creator Mercedes Kane's documentary, "Breakfast at Ina's," debuts at the Chicago International Film Festival. The screening is 3:30 p,m. Oct. 18 at AMC River East, 322 E. Illinois,

Other viewing times are noon Oct. 22; 4 p.m. Oct. 23. Pinkney, affectionately referred to as the Breakfast Queen, closed her iconic West Loop restaurant Dec. 3, 2013.  

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Chili Fest in River North

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Yes, we have baseball fever, but typically Chicago wouldn't be in a post-season state of mind. Instead, we would be geared up and comfortably into football. That said, Chili Fest Chicago takes place beginning 10 a.m. Oct. 17; 11 a.m. Oct. 18 in River North at 218 N. Ohio (Franklin and Ohio).  In addition to a chili cook-off, the outdoor event features food and drink combo specials starting at $10. Activities include a live DJ, tailgate games and a Michigan State watch party. Click here for ticket information. PHOTO: CHILI FEST CHICAGO 2014

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Alinea Closes for Renovation Jan. 1

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It's been reported by several sources that Grant Achatz' Alinea, 1723 N. Halsted, will close January 1, 2016 for renovation and a revamping and menu revamp.Currently no reopening date has been announced.

In the interim Achatz plans to open Alinea pop-ups in Madrid and Miami.

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Cubs Win and So Do Fans

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Taco Joint, 158 W. Ontario, is featuring a Cubs' viewing playoff special. So, come in and cheer them on with the Cubs Playoff Party Package: bottomless beers (Modelo Especial, Victoria) margaritas (classic or fruit) and tacos (barbacoa, cochinita, Al Pastor, baja and rajas ): $39. Offer good from the first pitch to the end of the game. Entire party must participate.

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The Food Network is Looking for a New Star

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If you think you have the right stuff, bring it!
"Food Network Star, Season 12" heads to Chicago for an open casting call in search of a host for a new cooking show, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 24 at the Westin Chicago River North, 320 N. Dearborn. For detailed information click here.

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Solemn Oath Takeover @Franklin Tap Takeover

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Solemn Oath Brewery, 1661 Quincy Ave, Ste 179, Naperville, delivering Belgian-inspired and barrel-aged crafted beers, commandeers the taps 4-6 p.m. Oct. 15 at Franklin Tap, 325 S. Franklin.

The brewer will pass out complimentary samples of its Snaggletooth Bandana, The Royal We, Ravaged by Vikings; Butterfly Flashmob and Man vs Internet brews. Full pints, ranging from $5-7, will be available for purchase. PHOTO: REDEYE

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New Restaurant Concept

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Take a number. Oriole, owned and operated by Chefs Noah and Cara Sandoval and Genie Kwon, is slated to open in the West Loop in winter. The intimate (28-seat) eatery, will feature 15-18 course tasting menu designed around wine and drink pairings. Seafood-inspired items, among Noah Sandoval's favorites, will be among highlights. The thought behind the concept is to create an interactive atmosphere that inspires conversation, in an interactive setting. Stay posted for official opening date and more information.

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Trotter Project Event

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The Trotter Project hosts the Third Annual Playing it Forward Ping Pong Ball Tournament 5:30-10 p.m. Oct. 29 at the Hard Rock Hotel Chicago, 230 N. Michigan. Food and drinks provided by Chuck's: A Simon Kerry Kitchen and Brown's Lounge.

Proceeds benefit the Ann & Robert Lurie Children's Hospital's transportation expenses for families with critically ill children.

A VIP chef's reception, featuring the talent of Bill Kim (Urban Belly; bellyQ and Belly Shack); Richie Farina (formerly of Moto); Phillip Foss (El Ideas) and Art Smith (Table 52) starts at 4:30 p.m. A portion of the proceeds from the VIP event will be shared with the Trotter Project and the Jackson Chance Foundation. Click here for ticket information.

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Cooper's Hawk's 10th Anniversay Edition

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Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant toasts its 10th anniversary with a year-long celebration, kicking off with a special edition magnum-sized California red wine, christened Decadence, as the wine-of-the-month for club members. Click here for more information.

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Bacon And Beer Classic at Soldier Field

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Have you ever wondered how many ways bacon can be served? If the answer is yes, then a visit to the Bacon and Beer Classic is this weekend's ticket to hog heaven.

The event, which made its debut in 2014 in various cities, adds a Chicago stop to its sophomore outing, offering an array of bacon-inspired creations from Chicago restaurants in two sessions 1-4 p.m. (brunch) and 7-10 p.m. (evening) Oct. 10, Soldier Field, 1410 S. Museum Campus.

Pictured sushi and cupcakes from 2014 event in Seattle. Click here for ticket information. 

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Cantina Laredo's New Fall Drinks

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Cantina Laredo, 508 N. State, introduced two fall cocktails infused with hatch chilies: Citrus Hatch Margarita (Avión Silver Tequila infused with Hatch chile pepper and grapefruit, with fresh lime juice, agave nectar and Hatch chile garnish) and Strawberry Hatch Margarita (Avión Silver Tequila infused with Hatch chile pepper and strawberries, with fresh lime juice, agave nectar, squeeze of orange and Hatch chile garnish), $12 each.

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Timothy O'Toole's Wild Card Event

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Timothy O'Toole's, 22 N. Fairbanks, hosts a Cubs-Pirates Wild Card game event 6:30 p.m. Oct. 7. The crowd will be feted to peanuts and Cracker Jack while rooting the Cubbies on.

Food and drink specials include Bud Light stadium cups ($4.50); Bud Light pitchers ($14); Jameson shots ($6) and the Chicago Style Hot Dog with fries ($8). One guess will be selected to toss peanuts and boxes of Cracker Jack to the crowd during a "Take Me Out to the Ballgame" sing-a-long.

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Revolution/Shedd's Limited Edition Brew

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Revolution Brewing's Penguin Hops at the Shedd release party is 5-10 p.m. Oct. 28. The craft beer event features a free sample of the fall brew. In addition $1 from every pint of Penguin Hops purchased will be donated to the Shedd in support of its learning programs and other missions. Penguin Hops, a limited edition harvest ale is created by Revolution from hops vines cultivated by the Shedd. Click here for more information.

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Tuscany on Taylor's Sweetest Day Deal

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Tuscany on Taylor, 1014 W. Taylor, serves up a romance-theme menu, along with regular items, priced $12-$38, Oct. 17. Dishes include a shrimp and pasta. Click here for details.

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Cadwell's Goes Pink

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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Eric Kim of Cadwell's Grille, located in the Embassy Suites Deerfield, 1445 Lake Cook Road., Deerfield, has whipped up a special treat in support of the occasion.

Fifty per cent of sales from Da Bombe, a combo of white chocolate raspberry bombe and strawberry bourbon milkshake; $14, will benefit the Susan G. Komen Foundation.

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Urban Farm Tour

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Growing Home hosts a fall open house 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 10, at Wood Street Urban Farm, 5814 S. Wood. Guests will be feted to food tastings that include veggie-topped pizzas, chips with fresh guacamole and seasonal apple salad.

The event also includes live food demonstrations and tours of the USDA-certified organic farm. A $10 donation is suggested. Click here for more information.

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