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Bottomless Mimosas on the Riverwalk, Island Party Hut, 355 E. Riverwalk South. Early bird tickets available. More details and additional dates here.
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Bottomless Mimosas on the Riverwalk, Island Party Hut, 355 E. Riverwalk South. Early bird tickets available. More details and additional dates here.
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The Graystone Tavern, 3441 N. Sheffield Ave., celebrates The Derby with a viewing party and a 50 percent-off discount to the guests who pick the winning horse.
In addition party-goers will enjoy themed menu specials like $5 Tequila Rose shots, $10 Woodford Mint Juleps and $10 Kentucky Mules. PHOTO CREDIT: Graystone Tavern
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CheSa’s Bistro & Bar, 3235 W. Addison continues to spread it's culinary wings, adding lunch service (11 a.m. to 2 p.m.) to its menu.
The menu offers a variety of Cajun and creole influenced that features salads, which includes: Mango Fried Shrimp Salad ($18) or Old Bay Caesar Salad ($16) along with sTARTERS; starters including a Pound of Fried Tiger Shrimp ($20), Andouille Chicken Sausage & Jalapeno Cheddar Hushpuppies ($15) or Boudin Stuffed Mushrooms with Cheese ($14).
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Cody’s Public House, 1658 W. Barry Ave., will host a Beer Garden Infield Derby Day party on Saturday, May 4 starting at 2 p.m. The dog-friendly event will feature a Doggy Derby Best-Dressed Contest (hat or outfit) with prizes including a $100 gift card, Old Fashioned kit and more.
Guests will also enjoy sampling that includes: Blade and Bow Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey.
Drink specials of the day include: $5 Blue Moon, $6 Bulleit and Bulleit Rye shots, $8 Blade and Bow Mint Juleps, and a $10 Triple Crown cocktail menu. PHOTOS PROVIDED
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Cody’s Public House, 1658 W. Barry Ave., will host a Beer Garden Infield Derby Day party on Saturday, May 4 starting at 2 p.m. The dog-friendly event will feature a Doggy Derby Best-Dressed Contest (hat or outfit) with prizes including a $100 gift card, Old Fashioned kit and more.
Guests will also enjoy sampling that includes: Blade and Bow Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey.
Drink specials of the day include: $5 Blue Moon, $6 Bulleit and Bulleit Rye shots, $8 Blade and Bow Mint Juleps, and a $10 Triple Crown cocktail menu. PHOTOS PROVIDED
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Rosemont Uncorked 2024, June 1-2, Parkway Bank Rosemont, 5501 Park Pl. Rosemont Wine sampling ages 21 and over with valid picture ID and provided wristband can indulge in tasting a variety of wines. More than 14 selections will be highlighted. Winetaster tickets are $25 and includes commemorative glass, wristband and eight tasting tickets.
In addition to wine families can enjoy an afternoon of food and fun that includes live music.
Hours are noon -7 p.m. June 1; noon to 5 p.m. June 2, parkwayTickets range from $5-$25. Ticket sales close Mary 31. Tickets are non refundable. Ages 5 and older require entry tickets. Discounted designated driver tickets, ages 18-20; $15. More details and tickets available here
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Prairie Grass Cafe, 601 Skokie Blvd., Northbbrook, under the helm of Sara Stegner and George Bumbaris is featuring a "Future Food Leaders" program for kids 2-10 years old, Sundays beginning May 5.
The supervised program allows kids to create meals from ingredients sourced from local farms. The program includes a pizza making session that will allow the young chefs to create their own pizza.
The Future Food Leaders program run Sundays through June 5. All participants must be registered. For more information or to register children visit or call: 847-205-4433. PHOTO: Prairie Grass Cafe
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Omakase Shoji, 1641 W. Chicago Ave., in Westown, is now open. 1641 W. The collaborative effort of Takashi Iida, with the execution overseen by his protege Executive Chef Shoji Takahashi.
Guests visiting the establishment will experience an authentic Japanese dining experience, wrapped in the mysteryious and certain to be captivating and memorable from start to finish.
Blending the mysterious essence of with the vibrancy of Chicago, the spot is certain to captivate guest
Decor highlights include: ceiling-high bar showcasing an extensive selection of over 40 Ginjo and Daiginjo sake varieties, alongside a curated collection of rare Japanese whiskeys, that include s Hibiki 21 and Hibiki 30, which serve as the focal point of the bar area.
The omakase room experience will last 2 hours with hours of operation being Tuesday to Thursday from 5PM-11PM, Friday to Saturday from 4p.m. to 12 a.m.; Sunday 4 to 10 p.m.
The Sake Bar will be open Tuesday to Thursday 5 p.m. to 12 a.m.; Friday to Saturday from 4p.m to 1 a.m. Sunday from 4-11 p.m. Reservation here.
For more visit www.omakaseshoji.com.
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Mexico in a Bottle, 4 p.m. April 28, Bridgeport Art Center., 1200 W. 35th St.
More details and complete list of vendors. Hours are 4-7 p.m. Tickets are $55-85 purchase.
Participating Restaurants and Bars:
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Chicago Sport and Social Club hosts a three-hour Kentucky Derby Party that features a three hour drink package 4-7 p.m. May 4 Tree House Chicago 149 W. Kinzie St. Tickets sales end soon.
More details and tickets.
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JoJo's Shake Bar, 23 W. Hubbard St., host a milkshake master class 11 a.m. April 20; $40 per person. Price includes instructions, a signature shake and lunch buffet. Tickets going fast.
Ages three and up welcome to join in the fun. More details and tickets
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Chef David Welch conducts a hands on Southern cooking class, 5 p.m. April 21, Grand Personal Chef, 2739 W. Touhy Ave.
The menu features:
More details and tickets.
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Chicago Theater Works Afternoon tea and pre Mother's Day bouquet making session 12 p.m. April 28. More details and and register here.
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Throwback Brunch 11 a.m. April 20, featuring hip-hop and Raggeaton tunes, Gold Coast Social, 7 W. Division St.
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If crafted cocktails are what you desire.... here's a round not to miss.
The Getaway, 4530 Lincoln Ave, which features a seasonal rotation of 12 cocktails along with a variety of local and international beers, opens April 13.
A sample of what's to come on the maiden round of a rotating cocktail menu from Gianna Peña (General Manager), Sarah Crossley (Operations Manager), and Janet Tonyan (bartender) includes:
Smoke ‘em if You Got ‘em (rye whiskey, Cynar liqueur, Benedictine herbal liqueur, served in a chilled glass with a spritz of Laphroaig)
Cocorococonut (vodka, lemongrass sake, lychee liqueur, coconut syrup and lemon juice)
The Getaway (rum, coconut liqueur, pineapple run, apricot liqueur, lime juice, pineapple juice, orange juice and grenadine served in a pineapple glass with a cocktail umbrella, orange slice, and a Luxardo cherry)
Cocktails will rotate seasonally. View full menu here. PHOTO: The Getaway
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Bar Roma, 5001 N. clark St. is hosting a special happy hour menu for charity 4-6 p.m. April 25. During the event 50 per cent of all happy hour sales will benefit TPAN's Dining Out For Life campaign.
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Graystone Tavern, 3441 N. Sheffield Ave., hosts a Masters watch Party for the 88th outing of the golf championship, April 11-14. Food and drink options include grilled pimento cheese sandwich; $5 and golf-themed cocktails.
Specialty cocktails ($8) to be featured:
Azalea: Tito’s Handmade vodka, lemon juice, pineapple juice and grenadine
John Daly: Tito's Handmade Vodka, lemonade and iced tea, the Tito's Transfusion with Tito's Handmade Vodka and Owen's Barstool Transfusion Mix
Mulligan Mule: Proper 12 Apple, cranberry, ginger beer and lime juice
Birdie Spritz: Maestro Dobel, club soda and lime. Buckets of Surfside wheat beer will be available for $30.
Graystone’s full food menu will also be available.
In addition guest will receive complimentary raffle tickets for the chance to win golf swag that includes: golf bags, apparel, glassware, golf balls along with other items.