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Elizabeth Restaurant, 4835 N,. Western Ave, Apt. D, is giving truffles away with orders through midnight or, until they run out. Place order here.
In addition there's still time to sign up for the restaurant's four-week cooking/wine course that begins March 14. Register here.
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Prairie Grass Cafe, 601 Skokie Blvd., Northbrook, is offering a special pre-St, Patrick's Day brunch items to go March 14. Orders must be placed before 4 p.m. March 12.
The menu includes; corned beef hash (poached egg, Hollandaise and crispy potato wedges); $20; chocolate or almond croissant from Bennison's Bakery; $5 each; quart of fresh squeezed orange juice; $20 (a bottle of the restaurant's house Prosecco can be added; $25). The restaurant's bloody Mary mix is also available; $30, serves two.
Pickup is between 9:30-11:30 a.m. March 14. To pre-order call: 847-205-4433.
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Drink Nightclub, 871 E. Algonquin Rd., Schaumburg, will be open for business on Thursdays beginning March 11.
The club kicks off the occasion with Drink Thursdays featuring specials such as Tito's and Top Shelf U Call It, $5; and $5 shots.
In addition there will be Vegas-style slots (with socially distanced clear dividers for guests safety), DJ spinning in the Absolut Lounge and no cover charge.
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Cutting Edge Catering, 904 S. Cottage St., Shorewood, is taking orders for St. Patrick's Day. The company is featuring two dinner packages for 1-14 or 15- plus.
Featured dinner packages are The Irish Feat: corned beef (6-oz); cabbage; carrot coins; parsley butter potatoes, rye bread; mustard and horseradish; $14 per person for up to 14 people individually packaged; $12.50 per person for 15 people and up individually packaged; $10.50 per person for 15 an up for buffet styles. Add-ons are available for an additional costs including extra corned beef $11.50 per pound and 1-lb. loaf of soda bread; $8.95.
The second option is Touch of Irish: corned beef (3-oz); thin cut roast beef with au jus (3-oz); red skin potato salad; coleslaw three choices (creamy; vinaigrette of Shalaylee) two Kaiser rolls and horseradish sauce; $13 per person for individually packaged for up to 14 people; $11.50 per person for individually packaged for 15 people and up; $9.50 per person buffet for 15 people and up.
If ordering for less than 15 orders must be in by 3 p.m. March 10 for March 13 orders; 3 p.m. March 12 for March 15-17 orders and 3 p.m. March 15 for orders for March 18. Curbside pickup is 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. To place an order call: 815-725-9001.
Other menu options available here.
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Reclaimed Bar and Restaurant, 3655 N. Western Ave., resumes takeout, indoor and outdoor dining March 17. Socially distanced still in place. In addition live music and other activities resumes as well. Reservations recommended.
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WineStyles Chicago, 6182 N. Northwest Hwy, Norwood, Happy Hour Tuesdays event takes place 5-8 p.m. March 9. For ages 21 and over. The event is free but must register here.
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Oooh Wee! It Is!, 33 E. 83rd St. is now open. Menu items include barbecue ribs; lamb chops; oxtails and collard greens.
The new dining spot threw some entertainment in the mix with a live band, dancing and a swing challenge.
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Tuesday is National Meatball Day and Ron Onesti, President and CEO, of the Arcada Theatre will be giving away a limited number of meatballs in a "meatball mania procession" during "Music and Meatballs," event beginning noon March 9 on Main St.
Lighthouse ArtSpace at Germanic House, 108 W. Germanic Pl., spotlights Vincent Van Gogh during Grab’n Gogh: Immersive Experience Chicago cafe featuring Van Gogh-themed European foods and drinks such as: croissants; macaroons and hot chocolate. More details here.
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Sketchbook Brewing's, 821 Chicago Ave., Evanston, new launch Secret Stuff, a botanical hard seltzer is now available. Flavors include: green and white teas; maca root and wildflower honey.
In addition Lapwing (Scotch ale) is back on tap and in cans. And, coming in March Hop Thirsty Void and Barleywine. Skokie location is 4901 Main St.
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Lou Malnati's, which opened March 17, 1971 celebrate its 50th anniversary with a host of special menu items and events during March and April.
Contests will be available for entering via social media platforms: Facebook; Twitter and Instagram.
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Avli Taverna, 1335 W. Wrightwood Ave., celebrates the annual Greek tradition of Tsiknopempti, translated (Greek Fat Thursday), March 4-7.
For the occasion, which is a salute to large amounts of grilled and roasted meats Avli is spotlighting The Carnival Board: New Zealand lamb chops (6); pork souvlakia (8); shredded shoulder lamb keftedes (8); chicken souvlakia (4); Greek fries, and pita with tzatziki, tirokafteri, and garlic aioli; $99.
Libations include: Greek beer and cocktails are available as add-ons.
A special dine-in and carryout menu will also be be available at the Avli (702 N. Wells St.) and Avli (566 Chestnut St., (Winnetka) locations. The menu will be available through March 7. Orders can be placed here. Dine in reservations available here. PHOTO: MAC YELLEK
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More than 90 women restaurateurs across nine cities, including Chicago, will participate in the International Women's Day virtual event, "Dine Together & Let's Talk," March 8 via Zoom.
Chicago participants include: Beverly Kim (Parachute and Wherewithall); Julia Momose (Kumiko); Clodagh Lawless (The Dearborn); Rohini Dey (Vermilion); Christine Cikowski (Honey Buttered Fried Chicken); Deann Bayless (Frontera Group); Amy Morton (Found Kitchen and Social House); Tigist Reda (Demera); Mary Aregoni (Saigon Sisters); Genie Kwon (Kasama); Sophie Evanoff (Vanille Patisserie); Sandra Holl (Florioe); Mindy Cohr (Bittersweet Pastry Shop & Cafe); Julia Shell (The Dandy Crown) Agnes Rapacz (TeeGschwendner); Sara Stegner (Prairie Grass Cafe); Laurence Noguier (Bistronic) and Jodi Fyfe (The Paramount Group).
Cook along with these outstanding women during a event while the prepare 4-10-course meals, ranging in price from $45-$150. Orders must be placed by March 4. Place orders for this unique experience here.
