Friday, March 25, 2022

Don't miss this scoop—Café Crémerie is giving away gelato and Prosecco, March 26

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Café Crémerie, 615 N. State, as part f its opening weekend in River North's Tree Studios, is treating guests to a complimentary scoop of gelato and glass of Prosecco, 1-5 p.m. March 26. 

The event is part of the establishment's grand opening celebration. The complimentary duo will be available while supplies last. Call: 312-2667466.

  


  




Thursday, March 24, 2022

A virtual lunch with historian/author S.I. Martin, March 30

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Chicago Opera Theatre presents a special virtual lunch with historian S. I. Martin 12 p.m. March 30 via Zoom. 

Martin, an expert in Black British History, is the author of five novels covering historical nonfiction and fiction. The program, a presentation and dialogue will take viewers back to 18th-century multi-ethnic London. 

A Q&A session portion followed by talk of the world premiere of Quamino's Map rounds out the program.  RSVP here.

   

 



Wednesday, March 23, 2022

GrubHub steps up the food action for March Madness

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There's more to keep score on as the Semifinal rounds of the March Madness tournament get under way March 24 with Grubhub deals galore.


More than 30 deals available exclusively on Grubhub will be available from an array of vendors including: Shake Shack, Taco Bell, Chic-fil-a, Popeyes and more. 

 

Deals alter on various dates. Local deals can be accessed here.


  





Tuesday, March 22, 2022

Long Grove Chocolate Fest returns May 20

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Be prepared to be wowed by a lineup of chocolate confections and foods when Long Grove's For the Love of  Chocolate Fest returns in full swing May 20-22. 

Sign in at the Long Grove Visitor Center, 145 Old McHenry Rd. Long Grove. 

Find more details and purchase tickets here. For more information call: (847) 634-0888.

  



Monday, March 21, 2022

Vermilion's Chicago Restaurant Week offering

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Vermilion, 10 W. Hubbard, is featuring an array of dishes during Chicago Restaurant Week (March 25-April 10), three Indian chaats and deserts that includes the Latin Cantina Seafood Platter; $39.

Guests can get a preview beginning March 23.  Dine in and takeout options available. More details and place reservations available here.  Call: 312-527-4060.

  


 

Sunday, March 20, 2022

McCormick & Schmick's Lenten offering

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McCormick & Schmick's, 1 E. Wacker Dr. and other participating locations, featured Lenten entree is cedar roasted Atlantic salmon in a berry reduction with roasted vegetables. Available through April 15. Reservations can be made here.

  



Saturday, March 19, 2022

Brackets and Brunch Day Party, March 20

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The Promontory hosts Final Four: Brackets and Brunch Day Party, 2 p.m. March 20 at a secret location. 

Mark Flava pumps up the jams with a parade of 90s hip hop; Reggae, salsa, R&B and more. Must respond here for tickets and to learn location.

   



Friday, March 18, 2022

Beatles Brunch with Phil Angotti and Friends @City Winery, March 20

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Beatles Brunch with Phil Angotti and Friends, featuring the songs of Paul McCartney, noon March 20, City Winery, 1200 W. Randolph. Tickets for May; June and July dates also available. Purchase tickets here.

  


 

Bartoli's March Madness deal is on point

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Bartoli's Pizzeria (Roscoe Village, 1955 W. Addison St.; West Town locations, 658 N. Ashland Ave.) is offer a game-day deal through April 4; $49.

The package includes an 18-inch thin crust pizza with choice of one topping; 16 piece wing deal (Buffalo or vesuvio) and two one-litter bottles of soda. Available for pickup or delivery. Orders can be placed here.

   





Wednesday, March 16, 2022

5th Annual Lucky's St. Patrick's Day Crawl, March 19

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The 5th Annual Lucky's St. Patrick's Day Crawl steps off 4 p.m. March 19 at Spin Chicago, 344 N. State St. 

A $1,000 Costume Contest will be held. More details on crawl stops and tickets available here.

  



 

The Kiss Me I'm Irish St. Patrick's Day final crawl kicks off at 6 p.m. tomorrow

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Barcrawlerz' Kiss Me I'm Irish St. Patrick's Day Bar Crawl officially comes to an end 2 a.m. March 18. 

Festivities for the big day begins 6 p.m. March 17. Registration is at Rock Bottom Brewery, 1 W. Grand. Participants must pickup wristband and detail packages at registration site. More details, list of bars and tickets available here.

 


 








Tuesday, March 15, 2022

Lakeview/Roscoe Village Spring Wine Walk, April 7

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The Lakview/Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring the Spring Wine Walk, 5:30-8:30 p.m. April 7.

Guests will be feted to a sampling of 20 wines as they stroll along Southport Ave. As well as a wine and candy pairing demonstration. 

Routes are: Roscoe North Route from Damen to Western on the north side of street, the check in point is Brix Catering, 2036 W. Roscoe. The second route is Roscoe South on Roscoe from Damen to Western on the south side of the street. The check in point is Brix Catering.

The last route is the Southport Route on Southport Ave., from Belmont to Grace. The check in point is the Chamber Office, 1409 W. Addison St.

More details and day's activities available here. 

  









Monday, March 14, 2022

Le Sud spring wine tasting, April 7

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Le Sud Mediterranean Kitchen, 2301 W. Roscoe St., hosts a Spring Wine tasting, featuring sparkling white and red wines, 7-8 p.m. April 7: $79.

Executive Chef Michael Woodhall creates an array of hors d'oeuvres for the occasion. 

An added bonus: guests can bring one person along. Paying guests will receive three bottles of wine to take home complete with a list of tasting notes and tips on food pairings. More details available here. Call: 773-857-1985.