Artango celebrates National Empanada Day with discounts and special offering

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Artango Bar & Steakhouse, 4767 N. Lincoln, salutes National Empanada Day with a colorful selection of empanadas featured for $2 each (regularly priced $4), 4-10 p.m. April 6. Chef Saul Roman's homemade empanadas includes the beef, caprese, corn and cheese as well as a special variety created for the day. 

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Dog Haus serves up Final Four specials

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Dog Haus, 2464 N. Lincoln, is featuring a limited "Final Four" menu, beginning 5 p.m. March 31. 

Specials, available to 12 a.m., include the Final Countdown Haus Dog (topped with spicy cheese sauce and a strip of bacon to reflect Loyola maroon and gold); This Burger (with white American cheese, caramelized onions and mayo) and That Burger (white American cheese, pickles, lettuce, chopped onion and 1000 Island), $4 each. Select draft beers will be available for $4.

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Linda Yu to host new Sun-Times food show

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The Chicago Sun-Times is set to launch "Food We Love," a web-based food show hosted by long-time Chicago news anchor Linda Yu. The show, debuting in April, spotlights Chicagoans with interesting or inspirational stories connected to food.

Featured guests run the gamut from food and beverage industry insiders, including chefs and sommeliers from some of Chicago's hottest restaurants, cookbook authors, lifestyle experts and folks from everyday walks of life with interesting food stories to share. 

There's plenty of surprises ahead and wonderful recipes to be shared. Inaugural air date to be announced soon. Sneak peeks at guests cooking in the Sun-Times kitchen coming soon. Stay informed and on top of all of the news at: chicago.suntimes.com. Follow Linda Yu at: 
Twitter: https://twitter.com/LindaYuSunTimes

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/linda.yu.suntimes/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindayusuntimes/

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Contdown to Baconfest 2018

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If you love everything bacon, you won't want to miss Baconfest Chicago 2018, April 6-7, UIC Forum, 725 W. Roosevelt. Check out details along with ticket availability here.

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Bistro Campagne hosts exclusive dinner

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Bistro Campagne, 4518 N. Lincoln, kicks off Chef's Dinner at the Table, a joint effort by Executive Chef Luke Creagan and Beverage Director Alex Uribe, March 29. Two seating will be available 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Sessions are limited to six guests. 

The evening starts with an amuse: Madame nigri, followed by a first course of: diver scallops, bruleed ponzu aioli, baby carrot tempura, marinated grapefruit and wakame salade; second course: Wagyu beef seared on hot rocks, negri-yaki beurre blanc, confit Yukon golds, crispy pommes de terre douces, pickled moutard seeds and machi. The dessert course is: matcha gateau, shoyo caramel, shiso-fennel ice cream, ginger crème anglaise and red vein sorrel. No substitutions. 

The cost is $85 (excludes tax and gratuity). Reservations, which must be booked in twos, can be made at 773.271.6100. A credit card number is required when making reservations. Seating is based on a first come, first served basis.

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John Coletta book signing and cooking demo

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Ciao Chicago, 1656 hosts  a John Coletta book signing and cooking demonstration during "Risotto & Beyond," 6:30-10 p.m. April 10. The event is free. Register here. 

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Rick Bayless holds kids cooking class @Macy's

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Macy's Culinary Council chef Rick Bayless hosts a kids cooking class noon to 2 p.m. March 31, Macy's Culinary Studio, 111 N. State, 7th floor; $20, includes signed copy of Bayless' More Mexican Everday cookbook and $10 Macy's gift certificate (valid March 31, 2018 only). The class is open to ages 10-16, ticket allows entry for one person only. Tickets.

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Chicago Wine Festival event at Moe's Cantina

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Moe's Cantina, 155 W. Kinzie, hosts Chicago Wine Festival, a tasting featuring more than 35 wines from around the world, taking place noon to 4 p.m. March 31. 

Tickets to the event, presented by the Chi Life Events, are $50 (early birds sales), and includes a wine and cheese sampling, host of freebies and photo contest. Ages 21 and over only. Purchase.

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Tuscany in Wheeling's Passover dinner special

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Tuscany, 550 S. Milwaukee, Wheeling, is featuring a special Passover dinner March 30-31. 

The meal begins with a selection of appetizers: chopped liver, gefilte fish with horseradish and golden chicken broth with matzo ball. The entree is a choice of oven-roasted beef brisket, roasted half chicken or broiled Atlantic salmon. All entrees include of side of green beans in garlic and olive oil and choice of sweet or mashed potatoes. Dessert is a plate of old-fashioned hone cake, marble cake and macaroons. The cost is $40, adults; $20 for ages under 10 (gratuity and tax not included). Reservations can be made at 847-465-9988.

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3 Forks Oyster on the Shell Day special

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III Forks, 180 N. Field, celebrates Oyster on the Half Shell Day with an offering of $1 oysters 4-7 p.m. March 31 at the bar area in the Lakeshore East lounge room.  

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Joy District hosts Cubs home opener viewing party

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Baseball season is right around the corner and local pubs, restaurants and bars are rounding up specials in honor of the Cubs' home opener April 9.

Joy District, 112 W. Hubbard kicks off the season with a viewing party beginning at noon April 9 Parlay, its new sports parlor located on the first floor. Game-day fare will include: Neapolitan style pizzas; piri piri chicken wings; octo poppers ( red curry tempura octopus with Thai-infused fluffy coconut); chicken fried chicken burger on a waffle bun (pictured).

Parlay at Joy District will air the game on 19 100-inch LED TV's and a 200-inch projection screen. The game, Cubs vs. the Pittsburgh Pirates, airs at 1:20 p.m. 

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2018 Chicago Beer Classic coming soon

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Tickets are now available for the 2018 Chicago Beer Classic taking place May 5, Soldier Field, 1410 S. Museum Campus. 

Participants include 3 Sheep Brewery; Alaskan Brewing Company; Cahoots Brewing; Dovetail Brewery; Firemans Brew; City Lights Brewing; Finch Beer Co.; Great Lakes Brewing Company; Half Acres; Lagunitas Brewing Company and New Holland Brewing. ; Session 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.; VIP session begin at 11 a.m and 4 p.m.  Tickets.

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Marchesa hosts Mondavi wine dinner

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Marchesa, 535 N. Wells, hosts a four-course Mondavi wine dinner March 22. Dina Mondavi (pictured), founder and director of Folio Wine Partners, will be on hand to discuss the wines; $125, plus tax and gratuity.

The evening gets underway with a reception at 6:30 p.m. featuring duck confit crostini with pomegranate and pear compote and pink peppercorn creme fraiche paired with 2017 rose of Cabernet Sauvignon. Dinner begins at 7 p.m.

Pairings include: insalata Marchesa with seared diver scallop partnered with 2016 Animo Heritage Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley); beet puree-filled casonsei pasta, shaved beets, toasted pistachios, Beurre Blanc, Parmigiano-Reggiano, crispy prosciutto di Parma paired  with 2016 Isabel Mondavi Chardonnay (Napa Valley) and rambouillet lamb chops, sauce Vierge, purple potato puree in a port sauce reduction served with 2014 "M" by Michael Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley). The final course is trio of cheeses (Robiola, Taleggio and Caprino) with quenelle of dark chocolate and candies spiced nuts paired with 2015 Emblem Oso Passito (Napa Valley).

Reservation are recommended, call 312-527-9535.

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Bo Jackson helps Pork & Mindy's launch candied bacon treat

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Chef Jeff Mauro of Pork & Mindy's, joined by baseball legend Bo Jackson, launches pig candy (candied bacon dusted with brown sugar, then slow smoked) during a special event March 20 at Mariano's New City, 1500 N. Clybourn. 

The new offering is available in original and sweet heat. Doors open to customers at 6:15 p.m. Mauro and Jackson will be on hand to greet and interact with guests. 

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The Owl bar opens an hour early today for St. Patrick's Day festivities

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The Owl, 2521 N. Milwaukee is opening an hour early (5 p.m. March 17) for St. Patrick's Day goers. DJ sets by Estaban La Groue and Danny Fernandez kick off at 10 p.m.

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Catina Laredo celebrates National Tamale Day

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Cantina Laredo, 508 N. State, celebrates National Tamale Day 11:30 a.m to 11 p.m. March 23 with a special on Chef Damon Workman's new menu item spiced seasoned pulled beef tamales topped with roasted red bell pepper, tomatillo sauce, cilantro, queso fresco and roasted chorizo corn; $9. Or, available as a side for $3.75.

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State and Lake Chicago Tavern goes green

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State and Lake Chicago Tavern, 201 N State, beginning 8 am. March 17, is offering an array of St. Patrick Day food sand drink specials.

Chef Nathan Sears food items include: the Tavern Reuben (corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese with Russian dressing on rye; $9) and land and Guinness stew with braised lamb, potatoes, carrots and barley; $12.

Early (beginning 8 a.m.) drink specials include Green Bud Light can; $4; Jameson shot; $5 and Guinness can:$6. 

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Roof on theWit St. Patrick's Day party

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Heading into spring you might be looking for spot above the top for cocktails and chilling. If so Roof on theWit, 201 N. State is your destination. The rooftop bar was recently named 2018 Hotel Bar of the Year in Nightclub and Bar Media Group's national competition. ceremony.  The bar is hosting a St Patricks Day party, featuring handcrafted cocktails, noon to 8 p.m. March 17. Reservations being accepted.

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Jet's Pizza offers a Pi Day special

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Jet's Pizza, participating Chicagoland locations, serves up a Pi Day special $3.14 pizzas 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. March 14.

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3 Forks Duckhorn dinner

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Sommelier Anton Licko of III Forks Prime Steakhouse, 180 N. Field, leads guests through a five-course dinner, prepared by executive chef Hans Aeschbacher, paired with selections from Duckhorn Vineyards beginning 7 p.m. March 19; $125, plus tax and gratuity. Special guest Decoy winemaker Tyson Wolf will also be on hand.

Pairings will include: cold smoked BBQ deviled egg with spiced bacon paired with Napa Sauvignon Blanc; apple ginger salad with sherry vinaigrette paired with Decoy Chardonnay; smoked Nueske duck breast with cherry and onion gastrique and ginger carrot puree paired with Migration Pinot Noir; sliced sirloin heart seared with balsamic on a bed of mashed potatoes and tarragon shallot cream partnered with Napa Cabernet Sauvignon. The dessert is white chocolate and dark chocolate molten mini lava cake with chocolate sauce served with Paraduxx. RSVP @312-938-4303.

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Hotel EMC2 Salutes Einstein and Pi Day

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Hotel EMC2, 228 E. Ontario, Einstein's birthday and National Pi Day with specials and activities slated throughout the day March 14. Guests can raise a class to Einstein, whose theory of relativity (E=MC2), the hotel is named, with The Happy Birthday Albert cocktail  (sugar, absinthe, and sparkling wine; 8 (3+1=+4). 

For guests saluting Pi Day the Apple Pi (calvados, demerara and bitters) adds up to a good deal, priced $3.14.

In addition to the specialty drinks a pie in the face contest (guests can throw a pie at management) takes place 2-4 p.m. Pies are $5 for a 10-foot throw; $10 for a 5-foot throw. Proceeds benefit Project SYNCERE, an educational art and science program for youths in  underserved communities.

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Forbidden Root new beer dinner series

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Forbidden Root Brewery, 1746 W. Chicago, kicks off a new monthly beer dinner series 5 p.m. March 14; $45 and is a first-come, first-served basis.

Executive chef Dan Weiland and head brewer Nick Williams will showcase Forbidden Root’s culinary talent for food and beer pairings. Upcoming classes are April 11 and May 9. 

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Slurping Turtle's National Noodle Month deals

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Slurping Turtle, 116 W. Hubbard, salutes National Noodle Month with month-long salute through March with happy hour specials, available 3-6 p.m. Monday through Friday, that include: $4 draft beer; $5 (choice of) Tokayaki, 2 porkbelly bao, duck fat fried chicken, spicy tuna roll, or California roll and $6 specialty cocktails.

The restaurant is also featuring a National Noodle Month exclusive: the classic Tokyo Shoyu and Red Miso Ramen; $10.

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