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The Buona Company known for its Italian beef launched a line of vegan/vegetarian products available at Jewel.
The 100 percent plant-based Chicago Italian Beef and Gravy will available in the stores' freezer section. Find more details on the company's plant-based beef product here.
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Spirits and Spice, 835 N. Michigan (Water Tower Place), presents "Chicago Whiskey Experience," a 20 minute guided tour of spirits, 5 p.m. January 31, and other select dates in February. More details and tickets available here.
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Scarlet Bar, 3320 N. Halsted St., hosts No Skips Taylor Swift Takeover 1 p.m January 30. Every Swift album will be played from start to finish.
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Lou Malnati's Pizzeria, is set to open a new shop, 1407 Palatine Rd., Hoffman Estates, February 7.
The pizzeria, which will offer carry out and delivery service, is hiring for delivery drivers, kitchen crew and phone staff positions. All applicants must provide a resume and, if needed, proof of authorization to work in United States.
Interested parties can apply on line here or by texting "Lous" to 242424.
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Central Park Bar, 2924 N. Central Park Ave., featuring an outdoor bar and fire pit allows guests the opportunity to enjoy its cocktail menu indoors or out year round weather permitting.
The bar offers a half-price happy hour menu 4-7 p.m. Monday-Thursday. Call: 773-698-6083.
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The two-week food bonanza Savor the South Shore Restaurant Week in Indiana kicks off January 24. Restaurants will offer three-course menus at a discount price.
Participants include: 18th Street Brewery (Gary and Hammond locations); 18th Street Distillery (Hammond); Aftermath Cidery & Winery (Valparaiso); Brick House Bar and Grill (Hobart); Aspargus Restaurant (Merrillville); Blockhead Beer Works (Valparaiso); Hard Rock Cafe (Gary); Patrick's Grille (Michigan City); Fuzzyline Brewery (Highland).
Some restaurants will offer carry-out options. The last day to indulge in the event is February 6. View more details and complete list of updated participating restaurants here. Guests with special needs should call a head at: 219-989-7770.
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Elizabeth Restaurant, 4845 N. Western Ave. is featuring an exclusive French Bistro menu available one night only February 3.
The menu features: duck confit gougere shallot rouille; salade lyonnaise (frisee; pork floss; cava and black truffle vinaigrette and egg); French onion soup challenhocker with sourdough; butter poached cod; lobster bearnaise and turnip; coq au vin (Slagel Farm poussin, carrot; pomme puree) and tarte tatin (honey crisp, salted caramel and tonka bean ice cream).
Wine and spirit-free pairings available for an additional cost. No dietary restriction changes available for the special dinner. Menu subject to change. Waitlist available here.
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Doughp has released a limited edition flavor for Valentine's Day—Red Velvet Vixen (fresh-baked red velvet cake smashed into Doughp's classic blonde cookie dough with cream cheese frosting whipped in).
A special three-pack (Red Velvet Vixen; Peanut Butter Kiss and Ride or Die) is available as a Valentine's gift pack; $50 and can be purchased here.
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Detroit-style pizzeria Jet's Pizza is expanding its Chicago reach with its plan to open five pizzeria's in the Chicagoland area, boosting its presence to 24 sores in the Chicagoland area.
To celebrate its Jet's will offer 20% off menu priced pizza on February 28 with online code 20OFF.
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Captain D's has opened its first Chicagoland area and eighth Illinois restaurant at 3021 W. 147th St. Posen. Hours are: 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. Orders can be placed at: 708-897-0119.
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The Chocolate Sanctuary's, 5101 Washington St., Gurnee, January Saturday Tea is 2-4 p.m. January 22. Reservations available here. Or, call 224-944-0808.
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Gullivers Pizza, 2727 W. Howard St., opened in 1965 offering a new kind of pizza that would be among the first to be hailed as Chicago-style.
A long-time favorite that launched Chicago-style pan pizza to in and out-of-town guests is also known for its unique decor that includes antiques. The pizzeria's last day of business was Sunday January 16.
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City Winery, 1200 W. Randolph, launched a new house account program designed to reward holders with complimentary dining credit.
In addition guests purchasing the house account through January 2022 will receive a bonus 10 per cent credit.
Earned paid credit carries no expiration date and can be used at all City Winery properties. Bonus credit carries a three year expiration.
Other restrictions that apply include: credit can't be used for online purchases, tickets or merchandise. More details on the program and its perks available here.
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Cody’s Public House, 1658 W. Barry Ave., has reopened under a new ownership. The former neighborhood hot spot, was owned by Gene Frankowski, who named the bar for his dog.
Frankowski closed the business in 2019, eventually selling the building to Red Door Tavern Group in September 2021, who promised to honor the bar’s legacy with tasteful restorations of and updated amenities.
Hours are 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. Monday-Friday; 11 a.m. to 3 a.m. Saturday; 11 a.m to 2 a.m. Sunday. Call: 773-799-8217.
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Smoque BBQ, 3800 N. Pulaski Rd., serves celebrates its 15th anniversary with a special sandwich release—the prime rib sandwich with roasted shallots, red wine reduction and horseradish cream.
Sandwiches, available January 15 only, will be limited to 100 sandwiches available from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and 150 sandwiches from 4-9 p.m.
Limited to two sandwiches per person. Orders will only be taken in person or via the phone (no online orders). Call: 773-545-7427.
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Big Drop Brewing salutes "Dry January" with the introduction of Coba Maya a new item its non-alcoholic beer line.
The Coba Maya, the fourth launch in line is a Mexican inspired brew balanced with malt punch, with a spicy herbal aroma.
The brewer is hosting Sample Saturdays at Great Central Brewing Company, 221 N. Woods St., noon to 9 p.m. January 15; 22 and 29.
Other events this month include:
Big Drop brews with pizza from Aurelio’s Thursday, January 20, from 5-7 p.m. Beer Cellar, 204 W. State St., Geneva.
Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from January 21-30, get a complimentary Big Drop brew with any burger at Bitter Pops, 3357 N. Lincoln Ave. The brewer will also offer samples January 21 as well as during Bitter Pops' Fit-Walk Run, January 30.
Plus, Big Drop will offer samples at Bitter Pops on Friday evening, January 21 and at Bitter Pops’ FIT Walk-Run event on Sunday, January 30.
The brewer is also hosting a cooler giveaway provided by Big Drop coolers. Interested parties can enter on Instagram; at sampling events or via QR codes at retailers in the Chicago area.
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Lay's salutes NFL fans with a lineup of team-inspired chips, Lay's Golden Grounds, chips made from potatoes grown in a mix of soil representing each NFL team.
The chips get an assist by Hall of Fame great Jerry Rice, and even more important the brand returns for a spot, for the first time in 17 years, during Super Bowl LVI airing February 13 from SoFi Field in Los Angeles.
How to get your hands on a bag? Fans must follow Lay's Twitter @LAYS and look for the Golden Grounds sweepstakes tweets. Respond to the tweets with responses of your favorite team (pictures encouraged).
All responses must use #LaysGoldenGrounds; #Sweepstakes along with your favorite team's hashtag. The promotion kicked off January 11 and runs through 11:59:59 p.m. (ET) January 25, 2022.
For official rules, info on how to enter, updates or more details on the product visit here.
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NBA legend and occasional movie star Shaquille O'Neal's casual fast food eatery Big Chicken is slated to open in Rosemont fall of 2022.
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Long Grove's annual Cocoa Crawl takes place 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. February 5,in t he village's historical downtown square kicking off at the village's Visitor Center, 145 Old McHenry Rd., Long Grove.
This year rather than inside the Village Center and merchant shops guests can get their cocoa fix on in heated Cocoa huts setup outside for safe and easy distribution.
Hot cocoa-related creations will be poured (at no charge) for guests who can imbibe them outdoors while strolling around the quaint village and visiting participating boutiques, shops and restaurants. More details available here.
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Prairie Grass Cafe, 601 Skokie Blvd., Northbrook, kicks off a week of specials beginning January 10 with a blackened salmon burger with Caesar slaw with avocado, tomato and cucumber and spicy tarter sauce; $22.
Tuesday (January 11): roasted chicken dinner package for two (whole roasted chicken; mashed potatoes; grilled broccolini; salad of chopped Romaine; Mighty Vine tomatoes; cucumbers; peppers; torn croutons, feta-lemon vinaigrette and chocolate pudding) $86; pre-orders highly recommended.
Wednesday (January 12) Maine Peakytoe crab cake with citrus salad of avocado, jicama, cucumber, grapefruit, citrus vinaigrette and lemon cream; $28.
Thursday (January 13): vegetarian lentil stew with mushrooms, fresh greens and goat cheese; $20.
Friday (January 14): lobster mac & cheese (one pound of Maine lobster; broccoli and bread crumbs; $37.
Call: 847-205-4433
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Hip hop star Fat Joe lends a hand and his name to help launch White Castle's sloppy Joe slider trio (sloppy Joey; smokey Joe and spicy Joe and sloppy fries during it's "Joenuary" of sloppy Joe promotion.
The items will be available through February 19 at participating locations.
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Whadda Jerk located in Takito Kitchen, 2015 W. Division, presents R&B Saturday hosted by Dat Boy Hot. Must be 21 and older.
Opens at 10 p.m. More details here. Call: 773-698-6305.
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Bar Roma, 5101 N. Clark, celebrates it's 5th anniversary with $5 wine pours of Italian red, white and prosecco, 4:30-9:30 p.m. January 12, available in the dining room and tavern area.
Pair with selections from Chef Ramos new winter menu that includes dishes such as Tuscan kale salad; cioppino seafood stew and lasagna Bolognese. Reservations available here. Call: 773-942-7572.
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Flip Phone presents a Janet Jackson Drag Brunch: Chicago, 11 a.m. February 27, The Walnut Room, 7th floor, Macy's, 111 N. State.
Reservations available here.
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The Chicago French Market, 131 N. Clinton, has new COVID safety rules in place in accordance with the updated city ordinance that went into effect January 3.
In addition to installing Airphx air purifiers throughout the market and continuing to require face masks for all guests and staff, the following procedures are now in place.
Customers who are coming to the Market for a quick visit of ten minutes or less must wear masks, but they do not need to provide proof of vaccination.
Fully vaccinated guests have several dine-in areas to choose from. The main dining area will be open between 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Monday-Friday.
Bar Frietkoten, Blue Spot Sushi, Jian and A Taste of the Philippines have designated dining areas adjacent to their kiosks. In addition there is general seating adjacent to the information booth by the Clinton St. entrance.
To expedite the guest experience an online ordering system with no third-party charges has been implemented. Guests are encouraged to pre-order for dine in, carry-out, curbside pickup or delivery.
Curbside pickup for online orders is available Monday-Friday. As an additional support for businesses and lunch groups in the area, the Chicago French Market also offers several food catering options.
Proof of vaccination (ages five and older) and valid ID (ages sixteen and older) will be required in accordance with the new order.
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Nipsey Lounge, 9156 S. Stony Island., features Taco Tuesday happy hour January 4.
The event, hosted by Marlon Murphy, Tino Coates and Kendall Strickland, will feature menu items such as: $3 tacos; $5 Margaritas; $20 Margarita pitchers and $150 tequila bottles.
Party of eight ladies will receive a complimentary tequila bottle (some restrictions may apply). More details here.
