Italian Street Food Fest

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Eataly Chicago, 43 E. Ohio St., Italian Street Food Festa June 1. Two sessions available 2-3:30 p.m. tickets and 3-4:30 p.m. tickets. 

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CYSK weekly showcase @Timothy O'Toole's features special CYSK food menu

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Timothy O'Toole's, 622 N. Fairbanks Ct, spotlights the talent of features local and national comedians across the country, during it weekly Comedians You Should Know,  8 p.m. June 5 in Timmy's Back Bar.

Drink and food deals available on CYSK special menu. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $12 

Comedians You Should Know Specials

DRINK SPECIALS
$22 Miller Lite Pitchers

$7 O'Toole's Vodka Mixed Drinks

$7 Jameson Shots

DOMESTIC DRAUGHT

$8 3 Floyds Gumballhead

$7 Blue Moon

$7 Begyle Blonde

$7 Goose Island 312

$6 Miller Lite

$8 Pipeworks Ninja vs. Unicorn

$7 Sam Adams Boston Lager

$7 Smackintosh Cider

$6 Timmy's Pale Ale

IMPORT DRAUGHT

$8.50 Guinness Stout

$7 Smithwick's

$8 Stella Artois

Award-Winning Wings $16

10 wings with your choice of BBQ, mild, buffalo, garlic parm, chipotle BBQ, honey sriracha, Irish ghost or dry rub

Chips & Dip $12

guacamole with salsa and tortilla chips

Irish Nachos $14
french fries, three cheese blend, bacon, scallions, sour cream

Nachos $15

tortilla chips, black beans or chili, tomatoes, three cheese blend, house pickled jalapenos, scallions, salsa and sour cream

add IPA chicken $4, pulled pork $4, guacamole $3

Warm Pretzel Trio $15

deep fried pretzels with beer cheese fondue, IPA mustard and honey mustard

Spinach Artichoke Dip $13

served with warm tortilla chips

Buffalo Chicken Egg Rolls $13

served with ranch or bleu cheese and side of Irish ghost wing sauce

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Taste of Carolyn's Catering hosts tasting event, June 9

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Carolyn's Catering, 103 E. 53rd St., hosts a tasting event 4 p.m. June 9; $55.  Featured menu items include: jerk chicken; lamb chop; ribeye steak stuffed chicken breast; pot roast; macaroni and cheese; green beans; greens; veggie rolls; pizza; fried rice, egg rolls; salmon, beef ribs; pork ribs; pasta; sweet potatoes; fried chicken; shrimp and salmon.

Tickets are $60, includes two drinks. More details and tickets available here.

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Windy City Cookout returns July 11-14

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Windy City Cookout heads back to the near west side July 11-14, United Center grounds, 1901 W. Madison.

The highly anticipated event, which brings food, fun and music to town features a host of vendors from across the country. 

 More details and tickets, including a complete list of music talent is available here 

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Summer cocktail making class at Eataly

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Eataly Chicago, 43 E. Ohio St., hosts a hands on summer cocktail making class conducted by Eataly beverage specialist, 2:30 p.m. June 9. Includes a coMust be 21and over to attend; $35.

More details and tickets.

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Smyth Chicago adds World's Best Restaurant List to its portfolio

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If you think it was hard to book reservations at Smyth Chicago, 177 W. Ada St., located in the city's mecca of restaurants on the near west side, you're right!

Owners John and Karen Shields's Smyth Chicago, has continuously risen to the heights of extraordinary fame, having earned its Third Michelin Star rating November 2023.

Now more than just a rising star on Chicago's culinary horizon, the restaurant has earned a spot on the coveted World's Best Restaurants 2024 List. 

Congratulations!

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Memorial Day Sunday Funday: No Work Monday event @Hue

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Hue Chicago's, 67 E. Cermak Rd., Memorial Day Sunday Funday: No Work Monday! Brunch Daze brunch and day party takes place 1-7 p.m. May 26.

More details and tickets.

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Rooftop brunch and Day party Memorial Day event, May 26

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Brunch Daze rooftop brunch and Day party Memorial Day event, 1 p.m. May 26, Puttery, 932 W. Randolph St. Must reserve a spot. 

Hours are 1-6 p.m. Must register. More details and tickets.

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LeSud's new spring menu

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Chef William Lara's, Le Sud Mediterranean Kitchen, 2301 W. Roscoe St., new Spring menu.

Small Plates:

French onion soup:  Gruyere cheese, brandy, French baguette, $12

Burrata: Confit cherry tomatoes, roasted garlic, fig balsamic, crostinis; $19

Prawns  Gremolata; Sauteed jumbo prawns, gremolata, grilled lemon; $20

Moroccan lamb meatballs: Tomato sauce, parmigiano reggiano, herbs of provence; $15

Escargot au gratin: Baked melted cheese, garlic butter, crostinis; $16

Tirokaafteti: Spicy whipped feta and calabrian pepper, parsley, roasted pine nuts, grilled pita; $14

Salads (Add swordfish, shrimp, scallops or steak for $8)

Le Bleue: Dandelion greens, blueberries, bleu cheese mousse, sweet pickled fennel, lemon juice and olive oil: $16

Santorini: Baby arugula, Greek feta, Mediterranean olives, shaved radishes, sun dried tomatoes, cucumber, garbanzo beans with ras el hanout, lemon-mint vinaigrette; $16

Caprese Salad: Heirloom tomatoes, cherry heirloom tomatoes, ciliegine Mozzarella, pesto, baguette; $15

Harvest Greens: Grilled peach, goat cheese, shaved fennel, mint leaves, toasted pecans, orange vinaigrette; $17

Large Plates:

Steak & Frites: 8oz New York strip, maitre d’ butter, frites, black garlic aioli; $35

Filet Mignon: Smash potato, beef butter, herbs d’provence, bordelaise glaze; $39

Beef  Cheeks: Braised beef cheeks, parsnip puree, roasted carrot, cipolini onions; $32

Seared  Scallops: Vadouvan-carrot puree, roasted parsnip, $33

Wood-grilled tri-blend burger: Gruyere, caramelized onions, frisée, garlic aioli, brioche bun, pommes frites; $19

Presa Iberico Pork: 8 ounce Spanish Iberico, white truffle, parmigiano reggiano; $34

Mussels Provencal: Pickled-curried fennel, fire roasted tomatoes, shaved garlic, shallots, smoked paprika, herbs de provence, grilled lemon, house made spiced pita; $24

Steelhead Trout: Wild caught pan seared trout, pea puree, fennel-cucumber slaw; $32

Pan Seared Barramun:Australian wild caught, fondant potato, shiitake mushrooms, peas, sauteed with herb butter sauce; $32

Cauliflower Steak: Pan seared cauliflower, garbanzo bean puree, spicy migas, chimichurri; $21

Moroccan chicken Tagine: Tagine broth with shallot, garlic, olives, apricots, raisins, fennel, pearl couscous, chicken thighs and drum: $27

 Rohan Farm Duck: Potato fondant, red beet puree, ciopolini onions, burnt orange, orange sauce; $35

PASTA:

Crab Spag: Jumbo crab, garlic chili, shallots, fresh basil, parmigiano reggiano; $27

Fettuccine clams: Little neck clams, olives, capers, fired roasted tomato, cracked pepper, basil, parmigiano reggiano; $27

Lamb pappardelle: Lamb ragu, roasted tomatoes, mint ricotta cheese, sliced almonds; $26

Potato gnocchi with shrimp: Sweet potato, spinach, parmigiano reggiano, fresh sage; $29

SIDES

Haricot vert: Sun dried tomatoes, shaved almonds, lemon juice, garlic, shallots; $12 

Smashed potatoes: beef butter fresh herbs de provence; $9

Brussels sprouts: Pan seared garlic, shallots, pickled red onion, feta cheese: $10

Parmesan-garlic frites: 
Fine herbs, lemon garlic aioli; $9

Harvest succotash: Seasonal vegetables, garlic, shallots, butter, lemon juice, herbs de provence, za’atar; $9

WEEKLY SPECIALS

Tuesday: Lamb Kofta Kabob
Grilled ground lamb kabobs drizzled with Romesco sauce; $18

Wednesday: Charcuterie
Chef's selection of two meats, two imported cheeses and accoutrement, grilled crostinis; $18

Thursday: Freshly shucked oysters (half dozen); $18
Chef's selection, lemons and French mignonette of the day

Friday: Lamb lolllipops
Grilled New Zealand lamb lollipop, chimichurri sauce (3 pieces); $18

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Chicago Riverwalk Bar Crawl and Fireworks kickoff @AceBounce, May 29

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Chicago Riverwalk and Bar Crawl & Fireworks Show, 5:30 p.m. May 29 kicking off at AceBounce, 230 N. Clark St. traveling on to other locations along the Riverwalk.

Other dates available. More details and tickets.

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SBK's Forage Feast event, May 25

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Sauce and Bread Kitchen, 6338 N. Clark St. hosts  Foraged Feast, 7 p.m. May 25. Two options available Multi Course with wine; $90 or without wine pairing, $75. Fees and taxes not included in price.

More details and tickets. 

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Evolved Network host Backyard Bash and culinary event @Bang Bang Pie & Biscuits

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Chef Sebastian White founder of The Evolved Network (TEN), a nonprofit organization that provides experiential culinary arts and gardening programming for underserved youths in oppressed communities. is hosting Bang Bang Backyard Bash, a family-friendly oriented BB and BYOYG event to benefit TEN and support its programming 5-8 p.m. June 1, Bang Bang Pie & Biscuits, 2051 N. California Ave.

Music provided by the Carroll Trio. More details tickets, available here, are $53.

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Pop Up "Ivy Day Party" @Beatnik West Town, May 25

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Good Company Brand presents Ivy Day Party, 2 p.m. May 25, Beatnik West Town, 1604 W. Chicago Ave. 

Hours are 2-7 p.m. More details and tickets. 

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Britney Spears, Bottomless Drag Brunch @Lark Restaurant, May 25-26

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Lark Restaurant and Bar, 3441 N. Halsted St., hosts Britney Bottomless Drag Brunch, 11 a.m. May 25-26. Featured Diva's Pixel and Venus Carangi. 

Drink specials include: bottomless mimmosas; Bloody Marys; Nutrl & Hornitos canned cocktails; Bud Light.

Hours are 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. More details and tickets.

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An Evening in Provence wine event @Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant, Oak Park

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An Evening in Provence: Wine Club Dinner Paring, 7 p.m. May 20, Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant, Oak Park, 950 lake St., Oak Park; $79.

Dinner menu:

Petite baguette with whipped butter and Maldon salt:

Soupe au Pistou (Farmer's vegetable and bacon soup with a petite Pissaladiere, caramelized onion,Valbreso  French feta; baby arugula): paired with Cooper Hawk's May wine of the month: Côtes du Rhône Blanc.

Roasted rack of lamb, spring vegetable ratatouille, MontAmore whipped potatoes, Daubed Provencal: paired with Shiraz.

Grand Marnier cremè brulee (fresh berry Chantilly, assorted macaroons): paired with Lux Sparkling wine.

Hours are 7-10 p.m. Must be 21 and older. Reservation close 48 hours prior to event. More details and tickets.

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Pop Up Day Party @Expat, May 18

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Good Company Brand presents Ivy Day Party, 1 p.m. May 18, Expat, 165 Ogden Ave.  

Early bird discount. Hours are 1-7 p.m. Tickets are limited. More details and tickets. 

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National Restaurant Show, May 18-21 @McCormick Place

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National Restaurant Association Show, May 18-21, McCormick Place, 22 Cermak Rd. Hours are 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 18-20; 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 21. 

New to the 2024 show: guests can register for an Expo badge or Expo-Education badge, which includes access to more sessions; round-table discussions and networking opportunities. 

More details and register here. 

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Long Grove Chocolate Fest May 17-19

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Long Grove Chocolate Fest returns May 17-19 in historic downtown Long Grove, 145 Old McHenry Rd., Long Grove., with vendors offering a plethora of chocolate goodies tat includes: chocolate donuts; chocolate covered strawberries; chocolate cupcakes; chocolate candy; chocolate truffles; chocolate cotton candy and more.

In addition to the endless stream of chocolate confections and more, there will be live music and family festivities. Tickets are $5 per day or $10, for a three-day pass.

The music lineup: 

Friday, May 17

9-11p.m:  KennyLive (Kenny Chesney Tribute)

6:30-8:20 p.m: PettyKings (Tom Petty Tribute)

4:30- 6 p.m: Abby Kay Band

2:30-4 p.m: Mixtape Heroes 

12–2 p.m: Idol Wild 

Saturday, May 18

9–11p.m: Sixteen Candles

6:30 – 8:20 p.m: Ultrabeat

4:30– 6 p.m: Fearless: Tribute to Taylor Swift

2:30– 4 p.m: : InFunktious

noon– 2 p.m: Eddie Anderson Trio  

Sunday, May 19

4–6 p.m: Simply Billy/Simply Elton (Billy Joel/Elton John)

1:30– 3:20 p.m: Daniel Cronson Band

noon-1 p.m: School of Rock Barrington

Hours are: noon-11 p.m. (May 17); 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. (May 18) and 19 a,n, to 6 p.m. May 19. More details and tickets.

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Relish Works open house: Dining in the Future, May 21

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Dining in the Future a Relish Works Open House, 4 p.m. May 21, 1 N. Dearborn St., suite 1750.  Hours are 4-7 p.m. More details and tickets.

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Le Sud Mediterranean Kitchen's all-day Mother's Day menu

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Le Sud Mediterranean Kitchen, 2301 W. Roscoe St., Chef William Lara features a special all-day menu that includes: 

Le Sud Mother's Day Specials

Egg Shawarma $18
Spiced soft scrambled eggs, caramelized onions, spinach, pita, spicy whipped feta, crispy potato

Faroe Island Salmon $18
Pan-seared 6oz salmon, tarragon yogurt, shaved cucumber, honey-mustard glaze

Hours for the day are 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. More details and reservations. Call: 773-857-1985.

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Mother's Day event @Hilton Chicago Oak Brook

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Mother's Day Brunch Bonanza, 11 a.m to 2 p.m. May 12, Hilton Chicago Oak Brook, 9333 S. Cicero Ave., Oak Lawn. 

Brunch is $65, adults; $32, ages 5-10. More details and tickets.

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Mother's Day Brunch @Vu Rooftop

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Mother's Day Brunch, 11 a.m. May 12, VU Rooftop Bar, 133 E. Cermak Rd. Guests can enjoy a brunch buffet and mimosas. 

Food items include a selection of Sweets: assorted pastries, muffins and Danishes. Breakfast items include: fruit platter scrambled eggs breakfast potatoes, Nueske's bacon; chicken sausage; and a waffle bar. 

Entrees that include roasted garlic chili chicken; Guajillo salmon and Alfredo Cavatappi, will also be available along with sides that include: macaroni & cheese; summer salad, green beans, French fries and a vegetable board. 

Bottomless Mimosas will be available, $40

Activities that includes: face painting, photo booth floral gift and card making stations.

Brunch is $25-$69. Hours are 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 12. More details More details and tickets.

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Chicago Bacon & Bourbon Fest

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Headquarters Beercade's, 213 W. Institute Pl., Bacon & Bourbon Fest, with free arcade game play, takes place 2-6 p.m. May 18. Earlybird discount going on now.

More details tickets. 

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CheSa's Bistro's Mother's Day brunch

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Chef/owner Chesaree Rollins of CheSa’s Bistro & Bar, 3235 W. Addison St. serves up a Mother's Day menu you don't want to miss (100 per cent gluten free and menu). 

Mother's Day Specials include:

Garlic lambchop with smothered potatoes and eggs, any style; $33
Lobster Benedict; fresh lobster on toasted bread served with hash brown potatoes; $35
Crab cake Benedict: fried crab cake balls served with hash brown potatoes; $27
Fried chicken Benedict: fried chicken served with hash brown potatoes; $21
Salmon Croquettes: salmon croquettes served with cheesy red grits; $27

CheSa’s also offers catering in-house or for delivery and private dining in the restaurant. For more information visit https://chesasbistro.com. Call: 773-754-8523. PHOTO CREDIT: CheSa's Bistro & Bar

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