Tuesday, December 24, 2019

Artango Bar And Steakhouse's Christmas Day Malbec wine and food pairing and other holiday features


Artango Bar & Steakhouse, 4767 N. Lincoln, opens its doors Christmas day for a prix fixe dinner ($65 )and jazz combo beginning 2 p.m. 

The restaurant features a prix fixe menu beginning 2 p.m. For more details, view menu or make reservations here.

The Chicago Food Bowl: Argentine Malbec and Steak Pairing, 6-9 p.m. The dinner kicks off with hors d'oeuvres and libations at 6 p.m. followed by dinner from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Limited tickets ($55) are available; call 312-823-4859 for additional information. 

A Christmas Latin Jazz celebration takes place beginning 5 p.m. December 25.

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Monday, December 23, 2019

Elizabeth Restaurant's holiday flash ticket sale for its winter menu happening now


Elizabeth Restaurant,  4835 N. Western, is holding holiday flash sale for it's winter menu kicking off in February, until midnight (11:59 p.m.) today. Menu items will be prepared with ingredients from farmers, lakes, woods, fields and rivers. Tickets are $75. Purchase.

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Chicago Ale Fest returns January 11


Tickets are available for the Chicago Ale Fest, 2-7 p.m. January 11, 2020, Aon Grand Ballroom at Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand.

More than 100 craft beers will be featured during the winter edition of the popular event. In addition some of the city's hottest food trucks will supply food. A DJ will be on board spinning tunes. Early admission (2 p.m.); $60. Tickets. General admission (3 p.m.); $50. Tickets.

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Friday, December 20, 2019

The Chocolate Sanctuary's holiday weekend specials


The Chocolate Sanctuary, 5101 Washington, Gurnee,  hosts is weekend of holiday specials including its last holiday tea before Christmas, noon to 4 p.m. December 21.

Holiday inspired offerings available through December 23 include: the gingerbread cookie martini (RumChata, gingerbread flavored syrup, vanilla vodka and Half and Half, $6); Santa's peppermint delight (white chocolate mousse, chocolate peppermint ganache, chocolate cake, creme anglaise, dark chocolate and fresh whipped cream, $8); brie and cranberry bites, $9; and 6-ounce grilled filet served with mashed potatoes and  walnut and gorgonzola mousse. Reservations available here.

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creme anglaise, dark chocolate snow, fresh whipped cream

Thursday, December 19, 2019

Texas de Brazil NY Eve and Day dinning


Ring in the new year in Texas style. Texas de Brazil, 210 E. Upper Illinois, offering it's dinner menu all day December 31 and January 1, 2020 will open 11 a.m. New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. Late night seating will be available on New Year's Eve. Reservations can be place here.

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Wednesday, December 18, 2019

Bonus Round Cafe launches new specials


Bonus Round Game Cafe, 3230 N. Clark, offers a host of weekly specials available daily, weekend brunch and happy hour.

Every Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday the game cafe features an $8 sandwich of the day (regularly $12) and $3 unlimited game pass (regularly $5) from 2-5 p.m. Fridays, the restaurant offers $1 off all wine and craft beer selections during happy hour from 5-8 p.m. 

A new brunch menu is available on Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. that includes: breakfast quesadillas, vegan waffles, avocado toast, Bang Bang Pie Shop pie, Micheladas, mimosa carafes and bourbon coffee.

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Tuesday, December 17, 2019

Early bird tickets are available for Cider Summit through Jan. 31


Early bird tickets ($35) are now available for Cider Summit 2020 taking place February 22, 2020. Aon Grand Ballroom at Navy Pier, 840 E. Grand.

Two sessions 12-3 p.m. and 5-8 p.m. are offered. Tickets will be priced $45 after January 31, 2020. VIP tickets, which includes early admission are available. Purchase.

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Monday, December 16, 2019

Chef Fred Ramos of Bar Roma creates special limited time only Tuscan Dinner menu


Bar Roma, 5101 N. Clark, is featuring a special five-course Tuscan dinner menu December 17-20. 

Inspired by Chef  Fred Ramos' recent trip to Italy, menu highlights include:charcuterie, ribollita Tuscan stew, hand rolled ravioli, wood-grilled lamb chops, and olive oil cake. 

The complete dinner is $40. Dishes can be ordered a la carte. Reservations can be made at: 773-942-7572.

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Sunday, December 15, 2019

Chicago French Market 10th anniversary celebration


The Chicago French Market, 131 N. Clinton, celebrates it's 10th anniversary with a host of specials from its more than 30 vendors.

A sampling of special deals include: Chicago Raw's 25 per cent off all salads and juices December 16; 18 and 2o; City Fresh Market build-your-own sandwiches ($5.99 December 16-20; B.I. Tea buy-one-get-one free drinks between 2-4 p.m. December 16-20; Flip Crepes is offering guests and opportunity to win a chance to make-your-own crepes basket; Klay Oven Kitchens is offering 25 per cent off the family style meal for four along with the opportunity to w in free lunch or dinner once a week  for a year. 

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Saturday, December 14, 2019

Reservations are now being accepted for Chicago Restaurant Week 2020


Reservations are now open for Chicago Restaurant Week 2020 taking place January 24- February 9 throughout the area. During the event prix fixe brunch or lunch offerings ($24) and dinners $36 or $48 will be offered.

New vendors partaking in the 13th annual event include: Maddon's Post (Wrigleyville); Offshore Rooftop and Bar (Streeterville); Tzuco (River North): Il Culcaccino (McCormick Square); La Pizza and LaPasta at Eataly (River North); Cruz Blanca (West Loop); Indie Cafe (Edgewater); Mesler Chicago (Hyde Park); Queenie's Supper Club (Near West Side);  and Time Out Market (Fulton Market). View all participating restaurants and book reservations here. 

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Friday, December 13, 2019

Cantina Laredo taking accepting Christmas orders


Cantina Laredo, 508 N. State, is now accepting Christmas orders.

The holiday tamales to go include: beef (spiced shredded beef wrapped in corn masa served with chili sauce) and chicken (chicken simmered in a spiced verde sauce wrapped in corn masa with a tomatillo sauce) for $16.95 per dozen.

A six hours notice is requested. Tamales are available for pickup through Christmas Eve. Orders can be placed at 312-955-0014.


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Thursday, December 12, 2019

Old Forester PJs and Pours event @Sable Kitchen & Bar


Old Forester bourbon is taking over Sable Bar & Kitchen, 505 N. State, for its PJs and Pours Miracle Pop-up event 5-7 p.m. December 15.

Special holiday cocktails will be featured. In addition a Taste Through History will take place showcasing the brand's 150 years. OldForester will provide guests with PJs.
RSVP at: f20pjpours.rsvp360.co

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Wednesday, December 11, 2019

Here's what's up at Easy Bar, doc


Easy Bar, 1944 W. Division, turns into a Space Jam enclave during it's 13th Anniversary celebration "Space Jam Bar Mitzvah," beginning 5 p.m. December 13.

The event kicks off with a half-price off everything cocktail hour from 5-7 p.m. The cocktail of the hour, specially priced at $8, is the Monstars cocktail (Bulleit bourbon; averna and lavender bitters).

In addition to a salute to the Looney Tune characters and NBA legend Michael Jordan, Rabbi Roodimes will hold a short ceremony with Challah bread to welcome the bar into adulthood.

A DJ will be on hand spinning hits from Space Jam and Jock Jam 10 p.m. to 12 a.m. Upon arrival guests will be given a custom designed anniversary t-shirt, available on a first come, first served basis.

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