Friday, July 12, 2019

Castaways PAWS beach party


Castaways at North Avenue Beach, 1603 N. Lake Shore Dr., hosts The PAWS Chicago Beach Party, in support of life saving services for homeless pets, beginning 6 p.m. July 18. 
Dancing, raffles and more. Pets welcomed. Tickets.
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Thursday, July 11, 2019

Windy City Smokeout July 12-14


Windy City Smokeout is July 12-14 in the United Center, Parking Lot C, 1901 W. Madison.

 The event features food items from 20 pitmasters fom around the country including: Against the Grain, Louisville, KY; Blue Oak BBQ, New Orleans, LA; Bub City Chicago; Buxton Hall Asheville, NC; Fox Bros Bar-B-Q; HooDoo Brown BBQ, Ridgefield, CT; Peg Leg Porker, Nashville, TN; Smoque BBQ, Chicago. See complete list. 

 Famed pitmaster Myron host the first-ever Smokeout BBQ Barn featuring drinks by Carol's Pub. Reservations.

 In addition musical lineup includes: Friday: Muscadine Bloodline (3 p.m.); Austin Jenckes (3:30 p.m.); Filmore (4 p.m.); Jimmie Allen (5 p.m.); Dalton & the Sheriffs (5:45 p.m.); Jessie James Decker (6 p.m.); Tyler Braden (7 p.m.); Eli Young Band and Chris Young (9 p.m.). Saturday: Conner Smith (3 p.m.); Tenille Arts (3:30 p.m.); Taylor Edwards (4 p.m.); Hannah Ellis (5 p.m.); Sarah Allison Turner (5:45 p.m.); Devin Dawson (6:15 p.m.); Daniel Donato (7 p.m.); Lanco (7:30 p.m.) and Old Dominion (9 p.m.). Sunday: Kylie Frey (2 p.m.); Bailey Bryan (3 p.m.); Jerry Jacobs (2:30 p.m.); Parker McCollum (4 p.m.); Andy Velo (4:45 p.m.); Ashley MBride (5:15 p.m.); Dan Smalley (6:15 p.m.); Jordan Davis (6:45 p.m.) and Cole Swindell (8:15 p.m.). 

 View special ticketed events. Gates open 2 p.m.  (July 12); noon (July 3-14). Tickets. 


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Wednesday, July 10, 2019

Taste of Chicago opens today


Taste of Chicago, celebrating its 39th year, kicks off 11 a.m. July 10 in Grant Park. The largest food festival, the Taste will feature more than 82 local vendors. Cooking demonstrations take place daily by Buckingham Fountain.

In addition live music, including performances takes place daily. Performances at Petrillo Music Shell include: Courtney Bennett (July 10); Bomba Estereo and Cultura Profetica (July 11); De La Soul with Taylor Bennett (July 12); The Stumbellas with lovelytheband and joywave (July 13) and Inida.Arie with Meshell Ndegeocello and Bilal (July). Shows July 10-12 begin at 5:30 p.m; July 13-14 shows begin at 4:30 p.m.

Admission is free, must purchase food and drink tickets. Some concerts are free with admission.  The taste continues daily through July 14. Hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. July 10-12; 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. July 13-14. More details.

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Tuesday, July 9, 2019

Roof on theWit's annual cocktail mix off


ROOF on theWIT, 201 N. State, 27th floor, presents its Fifth  Annual Cocktail Mix-Off "Summer in Paris," 6-9 p.m. July 11.

 Tickets for the event themed competition are available in advance online for $35, includes cocktail samples from 10 participating bars, small bites, DJ, live entertainment by the Champagne All-Stars, the opportunity to win prizes and more. Tickets.

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Monday, July 8, 2019

Bistronomic salutes Bastille Day


Bistronomic, 840 N. Wabash, hosts a Bastille Day special July 12-14. 

For the occasion Chef Martial has created a three-course dinner ($39) and burger deals priced at 17.89 reflective of the year of the historic event.

The three course meal consist of ahi tuna Nicoise salad with avocado wedges, hard boiled eggs, fennel shavings, Nicoise olives, fingerling potatoes and a lemon vinaigrette/

The Le French burger with Angus beef, housemade country pate, swiss cheese and cognac sauce; and Steak Frites with flat iron steak, roasted garlic purée and hand cut pomme frites. The burger will be available during lunch July 11-12 and brunch July 13-14 the restaurant will feature it's Le French Burger for $17.89. 

In addition, the PAWS Treat Yourself restaurant fundraiser begins July 12 with a $1 from every Le French Burger sold through June 28 benefitting PAWS Chicago.

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Sunday, July 7, 2019

Kizuki Ramen & Izakaya hosts flower arranging and sake sampling event


Kizuki Ramen & Izakaya, 1538 N. Clybourn, hosts “Ikebana & Sake: Art of Japan” event on Wednesday, July 10 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Guests will learn how to create Japanese Ikebana (flower arranging) while sampling sake.

This hands-on class for beginners will feature demonstrations of several different types of Ikenobo freestyle arrangements. Participants will then get to create their own arrangement. Seasonal floral materials and a vase will be provided.

While creating the Ikebana arrangements guests will enjoy four sake selections  that include: Tozai Blossom of Peace Plum Sake, Rihaku Dreamy Clouds, Shiokawa 'Cowboy' Yamahai Junmai Ginjo Genshu Sake, and Fukucho Moon on the Water brewed by Imada brewery whose brewer and owner is female, Miso Imada, which is a rarity in Japan. Appetizers, including chicken karaage and agedashi tofu, will be provided. Seating is limited.

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Saturday, July 6, 2019

Dakota 94 now open


Dakota 94, 5304 W. Devon, is now open. The restaurant, owned by the of Kanela Breakfast Club team, opens daily at 8 a.m. and features  a family-friendly breakfast, lunch and dinner menu.

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Friday, July 5, 2019

Kizuki offers complimentary matcha soft serve ice cream July 5-7


Kizuki, 1538 N. Clybourn, says come in and "beat the heat" with a complimentary Japanese matcha (green tea) soft serve ice cream July 5 through 7. No purchase necessary. However, visitors must follow Kuzuki on Facebook to redeem the offer. One serving per customer. PHOTO: Vanessa Vu Designs

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Thursday, July 4, 2019

Casati's American salute


Casati’s, 444 W. Fullerton, the family owned, modern Italian restaurant home to the “healthiest pizza in Chicago” opens at 11 a.m.  and features a special 4th of July designed Pinsa-style pizza topped with mozzarella cheese, tomato sauce and pepperoni,  designed in the shape of the American flag; $18).

In addition guests will be feted with a 40 per cent discount on select specialty cocktails and wine during lunch hours, which they can enjoy on the restaurant's 43-seat, pet-friendly patio.

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Wednesday, July 3, 2019

Remedy's spirited 4th of July specials


Remedy, 1910 N. Milwaukee, opens at 10 p.m. July 4. Patriotic party-goers looking for more late night fun and food un can drop in for the patriotic Yankee Doodle cocktail and a complimentary hotdogs with a DIY condiment station and chips.

The 4th of July cocktail is dandy (Aviation gin, Aperol, lemon juice, rhubarb bitters; $8). In addition free hot dogs with DIY condiments and chips will be available while supplies last (no limit per customer).


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Tuesday, July 2, 2019

Staytion Market gets poppin' with 4th of July mixology class


Staytion Market & Bar, 1 W. Wacker, kicks off July mixology classes with a bang. 

 Mixologist Kevin Fahey kicks off the monthly sessions with a 4th of July salute—the popping Boba-infused cocktail crafted with a local whiskey, $14.
All classes take place 5-7 p.m. on Thursday. The class is $14 (cost of the cocktail).  


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Pinot on the Patio Tuesdays at the Chicago Firehouse Restaurant


The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant, 1401 S. Michigan, has launched Pinot on the Patio, a weekly event highlighting Pinot Noir, Pinot Grigio and Pinot Blanc; $7 a glass.



Selections include: Stella Pinot Grigio (Sicily, Italy); Domaine Specht Pinot Blanc (Alsace, France); Trisaetum Rosé of Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton, Oregon); Banshee Pinot Noir (Sonoma County, California) and Elouan Pinot Noir (Umpqua, Willamette & Rogue Valleys, Oregon). The wine event takes place 4-11 p.m. Tuesdays.

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Monday, July 1, 2019

Easy Bar opens 8 p.m. 4th of July


Easy Bar, 1944 W. Division, opens from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. July 4. 

Specials include a $4 draft of the day, Rabbit La Protesta, $5;  and Orange Bottle Rocket cocktails (Ketel One Oranje, New Holland Clockwork Orange Liqueur, Cedilla Liqueur, lime and lemon lime soda, $8). 

Easy Bar also offers a dog-friendly sidewalk patio (seats 15-20) and will feature a free pool all night on the 4th of July. PHOTO: Manon Conlin.

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