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More than 40 food trucks tip off in a friendly whose the best competition during the 4th Annual Truck Off: Food Truck Fest, 5 p.m. September 11 at the McHenry County Fairgrounds, 12015 Country Club Rd., Woodstock.
Hours are 5-11 p.m. Tickets (free general admission for first responders).
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Ler Sud Mediterranean Kitchen, 2301 W. Roscoe, hosts a global wine tasting 7 p.m. September 9; $69.
Executive Chef Michael Woodhall will prepare hors d'oeuvres to accompany the wine selections.
Ticket holders, can bring one guests at no charge. Ticket holders only will receive three complimentary bottles of wine to take home.
In addition a paying guest can bring one guest for no charge. Additional tastings will be held October 7; November 11 and December 9.
For more information call: 773-857-1985.
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Bar Roma, 5101 N. Clark St., will celebrate Negroni Week with a trio of craft cocktails, available September 15-19. Mixologist Devin Colloton's libations include Blonde Negroni, Boulevardier and Sbagliato ($13 each; photos available).
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Rewired Pizza Cafe & Bar, 1000 W. Thorndale Ave., has partnered with Empirical Brewery to host a pet-themed trivia night and fundraiser to benefit Tree House Humane Society, 7 p.m. August 30.
Empirical will pours it on with pet-inspired brews that include: Nine Lives Dry Hopped pilsner; $6.50 (pint) and the Lulu Lager.
Trivia rounds will be hosted by Stewpendous Productions. Trivia winners will be awarded gift cards. Leashed pets will be welcome on the patio.
Reservations are recommended, email: daniel@rewiredcafe.com
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Taste of Greektown returns August 27-29 throughout the area. Hours are 4-10 p.m. August 27; noon to 10 p.m. August 28-29.
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Marvin's Food & Fuel in Fulton Market, 954 W. Fulton, celebrates its first anniversary with a birthday party on it's patio 3-7 p.m. August 28.
Day day event includes fun activities, complimentary and achance to win some Marvin's brand items.
In addition Marvin's is offering $1 sangria's with the purchase of a sandwich or entree August 27-29.
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Outlier Events and the Kalamazoo Growlers, are back in Kalamazoo with a new twist on a food and drink festival—Barks and Brews Festival, 2-7 p.m. August 28 at Homer Stryker Field (home to the Kalamazoo Growlers). Dogs welcome.
In addition to human food and brews for human consumption the event will offer dog beers, treats and ice cream.
Photo opportunities. Early 1 p.m. entry available. Tickets and more details here.
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Northbrook-based Lou Malnati's Pizzeria is set to open a second Aurora location August 23. The new eatery, located at 2365 N. Farnsworth, will offer delivery and carryout service only.
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Tickets are still available for Hope 4 Tigray Women, a dinner led by Tigist Reda owner of Demera Ethiopia Restaurant 6 p.m. August 23 at the Lakewood, 1758 W. Lake St.
The event is part of the newly founded Hope 4 Tigray Women nonprofit initiative directly for aiding the girls and women of Tigray. The evening will be filled with creating awareness on how to inspire hope and empowerment for women facing heinous crimes in this region. More details and tickets available here.
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Yung Joc and Shawnty the Comedian hosts Brunch Sundaze, 1-6 p.m. August 22, Irie Jerk Bar & Grill, 3404 N. Clark St.
Music by Mawny Hype, DJ Bishop and Black Influence Sound. Call: 872-802-4999.
Wow Bao, participating locations, is celebrating its 18th Annual National Bao Day with deal for its customers, offering a free meal up to $10 noon to 2 p.m. at all 4 Chicago locations.
In addition to free lunch deal, Chicago locations will partner with GrubHub to offer free delivery and other deals from 5-7 p.m.
Wow Bao will feature other specials for the day in locations outside of Chicago. View more details on National Bao Day deals here.
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Papa John’s Shaq-a-Roni pizza (extra large pizza topped with double the amount of mozzarella and pepperoni) is back for a limited-time. Available to Papa Rewards members only this week, available to all beginning August 23.
And, for every Shaq-a-Roni sold $1 will be donated to The Papa John's Foundation for Building Community, and this year will back through local charities. PHOTO: Papa John's
Brown Liquor Babe presents The Black Owned Liquor Tasting Tacos & Tequila featuring Lebron James' Lobos 1707 and Taylor's Tacos is 3-7 p.m. August 22 at Dragonfly Gallery and Creative Space, 2436 W. Madison.
DJ2TimesMusic keeps it poppin' with some hot tracks. Tickets.
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Noodles & Company, 15 Danada Square East, Wheaton, opens Wednesday and as a way to give back to the community the operation will donate 50 per cent of its opening day sales (in restaurant, online and via the Noodles rewards App) to St. Michael School.
Popular dishes on the menu include: Wisconsin Mac & Cheese, Penne Rosa, and the all-new Cauliflower Gnocchi, and can customize the dish using fresh high-quality ingredients.
Hours of operations are: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday; 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
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The Park Supper Club, 65 E. 55th St., presents Wedges, Wine and Whiskey II, 5-11 p.m. August 18. DJ Phokiss will be on board as will saxophonist John White, who will be performing live. Table reservations available here.
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City Cruises Chicago is offering six dining cruises during the Air and Water show beginning with the preview show August 20 and the August 21-22 shows, which will feature the U.S. Navy Blue Angels.
The cruise will feature a three-course meal, DJ and other entertainment including on deck games. During the show guests can watch the airborne maneuvers atop the rooftop deck.
The ships are docked at 600 E. Grand. Purchase tickets here.
AIR & WATER SHOW CRUISE SCHEDULE:
FRIDAY, AUGUST 20:
PREVIEW CRUISE
TYPE: Pr
CRUISING TIME: 10:30am-12:30pm (10 a.m. boarding)
TYPE: St
CRUISING TIME: 11am-1pm (10 a.m. boarding)
SATURDAY, AUGUST 21:
TYPE: Pre
CRUISING TIME: 11am-1:30pm (10 a.m. boarding)
TYPE: Sta
CRUISING TIME: 11am-1:30pm (10 a.m. boarding)
SUNDAY, AUGUST 22:
TYPE: Pre
CRUISING TIME: 11am-1:30pm (10 a.m. boarding)
TYPE: St
CRUISING TIME: 11am-1:30pm (10 a.m. boarding)
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Nipsey's Restaurant & Lounge, 9156 S. Stony Island Ave., has a new dish on the menu: bbq grilled shrimp with Johnny cakes with sour cream, green onions and barbecue sauce.
View complete menu. Reservations available. Offers cary-out and delivery service. Call: 773-801-3775.
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The Dawson, 730 W. Grand, has launched "Endless Summer," an extended celebration of the summer season extended through September.
Summer-inspired wood-fired foods and seasonal drinks head up the food lineup. The venue's The Dawson Beverage Academy also returns with "Party Punches to Impress your Friends," 2-3 p.m. August 15. Tickets.
Live music will also be on tap for the summer event kicking off with Les Bates & Friends, 4 p.m. August 15; Keithen Banks, August 22 and Jamiah Rogers, September 12.
Reservations available here. Or, call: 312-243-8955.
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Tropical Smoothie Cafe locations are now open in Chicago with another slated to open soon at 1509 N. Milwaukee. Find a location here.
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Flavors of Albany Park restaurant crawl returns 5 p.m. August 26. The food event features more than 40 restaurants and three routes
More details and list of restaurants and routes available here.
Hours are 5 -8 p.m. Tickets.
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Bettie Lou’s Restaurant | 5633 N. Ashland | Chef Kelley’s famous Soul Rolls (VG)
Land & Lake Andersonville| 5420 N. Clark | Shrimp and grain salad with avocado, arugula, quinoa, pickled onion, fried carrots, goat cheese and house red wine vinaigrette
FIYA | 5419 N. Clark | House made hummus with sumac pita chips
Bar Roma | 5101 N. Clark | Braised beef cheek meatball slider
Ándale Market | 5232 N. Clark | Artisan cheese and charcuterie on locally baked Publican Quality bread. (V option available)
First Slice Pie Cafe | 5357 N. Ashland | Empanadas: choice of spinach and feta or barbeque pork. V option available
Replay Andersonville | 5358 N. Clark | Crispy cauliflower appetizer, fried with rice flour and served with spicy curry dipping sauce (VG)
Lady Gregory’s | 5260 N. Clark | Mac and cheese (VG)
Swedish American Museum | 5211 N. Clark | Refreshing Swedish beet salad (VG)
Simon’s Tavern | 5210 N. Clark | Glögg slushie and Swedish meatballs
Parson’s Chicken & Fish | 5721 N. Clark | Chicken nuggets with a variety of dipping sauces
Uvae Kitchen and Wine Bar | 5553 N. Clark | Lobster cakes with tarragon aioli
Tasting India | Andersonville Antiques, 5245 N. Clark | Savory cake made of bottle gourd, rice and lentil batter spiked with curry leaves, ginger, garlic and an array of masalas (VG, GF and V options available upon request)
In Fine Spirits | 5418 N. Clark | Wine sampling
Oda Mediterranean Cuisine | 5657 N. Clark | Housemade hummus & babaganoush in phyllo cups
Diamante Azul Restaurant | 5663 N. Clark | Mini tacos and enchiladas
Downstate Donuts | AlleyCat Comics, 5304 N.Clark | Goat cheese, rosemary and honey Downstate Tot
Gadabout | 5212 N Clark | Chickpea fritters: parmesan, grilled scallion chimichurri & Into the Forest: gin de mahon, blueberry syrup and lemon
George's Ice Cream and Sweets | 5306 N. Clark | Mini turtle sundaes
Kotupha Gourmet Popcorn | Milk Handmade, 5137 N. Clark | Assorted gourmet popcorn (GF, VG)
Ranalli’s Andersonville | 1512 W. Berwyn | An assortment of pizzas (VG)
Svea | 5236 N. Clark | Swedish Rice Pudding (VG)
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Tickets are still available for the Summer Soiree a support effort for Association House, 6 p.m. August 10, El Cid, 2645 N. Kedzie.
Margarita, beer and wine bar will be available along with Latin-inspired hor d'ouevres. Giveways throughout the event.
Association House's mission is addressing inequalities facing vulnerable persons with difficulties, especially in the Latino and African American communities. Tickets.
