Yolk features kid-size Green Eggs and Ham special

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Yolk Test Kitchen, 1767 N. Milwaukee,  is offering a Green Eggs and Ham special in honor of Dr. Seuss’ birthday. The dish, normally served as a regular full-size portion, will be available for the first time as a kids portion, available 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 2.

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Entente's last service at Lakeview location, March 2

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Entente, 3056 N. Lincoln, closes the door on its Lakeview location with the last service on March 2. 

For the occasion Chef Brian Fisher will prepare a menu (sharable) of some of the restaurant's most popular dishes that will include: Benton’s bacon, cambozola, tomato, green goddess; Anson Mills Carolina Gold with Perigord truffle, egg yolk, pea tendrils, Parmigiano Reggiano) and Slagel Farms Shortrib with Bulgogi, bone marrow butterscotch, Tokyo turnip, sushi rice.

The Michelin-rated restaurant opens in its new River North location, 700 N. Sedgwick in early spring. Reservations will be accepted beginning March 25.

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Avli Taverna honors the Greek tradition of Tsiknopempti

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Avli Taverna, 1335 Wrightwood, celebrates the annual Greek tradition of Tsiknopempti, also known as "Barbeque Thursday," with a family-style dinner February 28. Two seating’s will be available: 6 p.m. and 8:15 p.m. ($60).

Tsiknopempti takes place on the Thursday during the week of Kreatini, when large amounts of meat are traditionally grilled before the fasting leading up to Easter. 

The traditional-style Greek dinner includes: Santorini-style tomato fritters (appetizer); a family-style grilled meat platter with Greek sausage, ouzo and cumin chicken skewers, lollipop lamb chops and gourounopoulo (rotisserie pork); bourani (tomato risotto side dish); kataifi ekmek (custard dessert) and three Kir-Yianni wines served with dinner. A welcome drink is also included. Tickets.

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Perry's is featuring three off-the-menu items for a limited time only

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Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille, 5 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, for a limited time, is featuring three off-the-menu seafood dishes for a limited time as we head into spring. The new items are: red snapper crudo with pickled ginger, turmeric and tangerine oil ($18.95); barbecue octopus with charred lemon garlic potatoes, ranch cabbage slaw and pickled shallots (pictured, $19.95) and whole bandera branzino  (European sea bass) encased in a salt dome, roasted (presented table side ; plated with an agrodolce sauce ($49.95)

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Weber Grill Academy Mardi Gras cooking class

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Weber Grill Academy, 1010 N. Meacham, Schaumburg, hosts a Mardi Gras cooking class 6:30-8:30  p.m. March 1; $65.

The New Orleans-style grilling session will feature recipes that include: char grilled oysters with Chili butter; "NOLA" barbecue shrimp; grilled andouille sausage Po' Boy sandwiches and smoked chicken dirty rice. Patrons will enjoy feasting on these specials paired with custom libations after the grilling class. Space is limited. Reserve a spot here. 

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The Rookery opens "Big Lebowski" pop-up Bar

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The Dude's Abode upstairs at The Rookery, 2109 W. Chicago, is now open. Step into the time-warped thematic den of the Big Lebowski pop-up bar. 

Food inspired by the movie include: The Dude Burger (two 4-oz beef patties, spicy cheese sauce, Romaine, tomatoes, French fried onion rings, served with house fries tossed in shallot garlic oil and Parmesan, pictured); Gutter Ball Nachos (root beer braised pulled pork, fresh guacamole, Pico de Gallo, roasted peppers, pickled chilies, lime crème and cilantro); Jackie Treehorn’s Southern fried fish tacos (three corn shell tacos filled with Southern fried cod, lettuce, pico de gallo and roasted Chili sauce) and the Urban Achievers Fried Snickers Bar (battered deep fried Snickers bar with ice cream).

Featured drinks include: Shut The F*ck Up, Donny (Three Sheets Barrel Aged Rum, Curaçao, Falernum, Peychaud’s Bitters, Angostura Bitters, Folgers Instant Coffee); Bunny’s Toe (peach brandy, Champagne, Peychaud’s Bitters, Gummy Toe); World of Pain (Malört, Aperol, Beefeater Gin, orange juice, Angostura Bitters); Das Autobahn (Schwartzhog Kräuter Liqueur, Kümmel Liqueur, unt Weihenstephaner Hefe Weissbier) and Mark it Zero (black sesame/honey syrup, Gosling Black Strap Rum, CH Amargo de Chile).

The bar is opened Thursday Friday and Saturday through March 16.

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Heaven on Seven holds three-day Mardi Gras celebration

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Heaven on Seven on Wabash, 111 N. Wabash, 7th floor, hosts a three-day Mardi Gras celebration beginning March 1.

Chef/owner Jimmy Bannos, pulls out all the stops for his biggest Mardi Gras celebration to date. Each day March 1, 2 and 5 (Fat Tuesday) the restaurant will feature food and drink specials, a live band (Arcana/March 1; High Hat/March 2 and for the main event March 5—Big Shoulders Brass Band.

Limited reservations are now being accepted, call 312-263-6443.

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The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant salutes National Margarita Day

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The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant, 1401 S. Michigan, salutes National Margarita Day (February 22) with $10 margarita specials featuring Espolón tequilla. 

Food specials include $4 halibut tacos; $4 short rib tacos; $3 chips and salsa;  $3 guacamole.

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The Chocolate Sanctuary is hosting an afternoon tea event

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The Chocolate Sanctuary, 1501 W. Washington, Gurnee, is hosting an Afternoon Tea event featuring Benjamin teas partnered with sweet and savory chocolate treats, 2-4 p.m. February 23; $21, adults; $12, ages 12 and under For reservations call: 224-944-0808.

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Hubbard Inn hosts wine dinner featuring Trinchero Napa Valley selections

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Hubbard Inn, 110 W. Hubbard, hosts a five-course wine dinner featuring Napa Valley's Trinchero wines 6:30 p.m. February 21.

 Executive Chef Jason Hedin partners the wine selections with a menu highlighting venison tartare, chestnut risotto, Earl Grey cured Maple Farms duck breast topped off with a triple ganache candy bar dessert. A representative from Trinchero will also be on hand to discuss the selection of wines. Tickets.

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Yolk salutes National Pancake Day with $1 cakes

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Yolk, participating locations, salutes National Pancake Day (February 21) with $1 pancakes. Guests can purchase the restaurant's classic pancakes, which are served dusted with powdered sugar and a side of warm syrup, all day.  

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Uncommon Ground released its Sweet Sixteen Organic Blood Orang saison

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Uncommon Ground, 1401 W. Devon, has released its Greenstar Organic Brewing's Sweet Sixteen Organic Blood Orange Saison (traditional saison with blood orange zest, citrus and floral aroma, notes of vanilla, raspberry, fresh malt and grapefruit). 

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Cantina Laredo salutes National Margarita Day

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Cantina Laredo, 508 N. State, salutes National Margarita Day (February 22) with its Casa Rita (Pepe Lopez Silver tequila, cointreau and squeezed lemon and lime ) specially priced at $5.

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Ironside Bar & Galley's Cosmo Carries "Sex and the City" themed pop-up bar

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Ironside Bar & Galley, 546 N. Wells, launched Cosmo Carries, a "Sex and the City" its themed pop-up bar 6 p.m. February 14. Inspired by the hit '90s show the bar will transform its Below Deck space into a Sex and the City play land featuring cocktails and scratch-made comfort foods from the hit series.

Cosmo Carrie’s, opened 6 p.m. to midnight Wednesday-Saturday through March 20, features cut-outs of the show’s favorite characters, a large step-and-repeat featuring the four main characters, vintage mirrors, cosmopolitan cocktail art, and pink touches/finishes galore.

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Toni Roberts of the theWit adds a sweet touch to pop-up shop

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Toni Roberts, Executive Pastry Chef at theWit Hotel, 201 N. State, sets up shop in a pop-up venue. The che'f's You Bake me Crazy" Valentine's Day offering will be available at the A Bit of theWit Pop Up Shop 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. through February 16. 

Items include the Hearbreaker Cake (devil's food chocolate cake layered with raspberry dark chocolate ganache and fresh raspberries. Serves 4; $30, pictured). View all items.

In addition Roof on theWit will offer a special selection of desert pairings February 14-16. 

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Smith & Wollensky's Whiskey Day celebration

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Smith & Wollensky, celebrates the spirit of the Irish with the return of its ultimate Steak & Whiskey event beginning February 12 through St. Patrick’s Day.

Guests will enjoy a showcase of IrishAmerican® Whiskey inspired cocktails include the IrishAmerican Smash (IrishAmerican Classic Blend, mint, mixed berries, lemon, simple syrup) and IrishAmerican Club (IrishAmerican Classic Blend, apricot brandy, dry vermouth, egg white, lemon, simple syrup, orange peel); $16 each; a specialty tasting flight ($18, for two one-ounce flights) and a Double R Ranch USDA Prime bone-in New York cut sirloin, most popular cuts, that has been wrapped in an IrishAmerican Whiskey-soaked cheesecloth and aging it for 30 days to create a unique whiskey-infused. Reservation can be made here.

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The Albert's Valentine's Day chef's tasting menu

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Executive Chef Larry Feldmeier of The Albert located inside Hotel EMC2, 228 E Ontario, will offer a four-course  che'f's tasting “Love at First Bite” menu with an optional wine pairing; $65 (the wine pairing is an additional $35). View menu.

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Geja's Café's Valentine's Day specials

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Geja's Café, 340 W. Armitage, kicked off a nine day Valentine's Day festival that continues through February 17.

Known as  “Chicago’s Most Romantic Restaurant,” the eatery is featuring a selection of rosé sparkling wines and champagnes compliment their famous fondue dishes. Also, live entertainment by flamenco dancers and classical guitarists will add to the romantic ambience. In addition, the popular celebration of Marriage Night (couples receive an added discount based on their years married the their years they have been married) returns February 11.

On Valentine's Day (February 14) a special dinner package will be available. Reservations accepted. Floral arrangements for your table are available for order.

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Valentine's Day Booze Cruise sets sail

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Chicago's own love boat shits the shore when Chicago Party Boat's Valentine's Day Booze Cruise sets sail,  8 p.m. February 14 on the Anita Dee. Boarding time is 7:30 p.m. at DuSable Harbor, 200 N. Breakwater Access. Tickets.

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Chicago Whiskey and Wine Festival @Old Crow Wrigleyville

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Chicago Whiskey and Wine Festival, takes place at February 23 at Old Crow Wrigleyville, 3506 N. Clark. Two sessions will be held noon-3 p.m. and 4:30-7 p.m. (VIP sessions opens at 3:30 p.m.). The event is sponsored by Players Sport and Social Club. Tickets, $15-55,  admission; 15 tasting tickets and souvenir glass. Must be 21 and over with valid ID. 

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Carnivale"s Valentine's Day specials

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Carnivale, 702 W. Fulton Market, kicks off its Valentine's Day celebration with a brunch February 10, 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. February 10. Food items include a decadent chocolate station; $45; $15, ages 5-12. Free for ages under 5. A DJ will also lend a hand to festivities.

A The restaurant features a three-course prix fixe Valentine's Menu for Couples that includes glass of  Champagne $89). View menu.

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The Chicago Firehouse Valentine's Day menu

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The Chicago Firehouse, 1401 S. Michigan, celebrates Valentine’s Day with sassy dinner specials, available February 14-17.  

The menu is listed below. Reservations are recommended: 312-786-1401 or online. 

Valentine's Day Specials

"French Kiss" oysters on the half shell: $3.50 each

medium body, sharp brininess, mild sweet finish, east coast

"Cupid's Arrow" oysters on the half shell; $3.50 each 

firm body, sweet flavor, light malt finish, east coast 

surf & turf for two           

12-oz center cut filet and 8-oz lobster tail; $78

12-oz center cut filet and grilled Gulf prawns; $75 

12-oz center cut filet and crab cakes $68  

chocolate mousse cake; $12
strawberry ganache and candied hazelnuts

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