Battle of the Chefs @Dunning's in Flossmoor, July 10

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Battle of the Chefs "A Competition for a Cause," takes place 5 p.m. July 10, Dunning's Market, 1050 Sterling Ave., Flossmoor; $40, includes food and drink ticket. Also include raffle entry for the chance to win dinner for four by the winner of the chef's competition.

Competing are Chef Jerome Brown's team vs Dunning's Market's team. 

Entertainment includes music and dancing. Proceeds from the event benefits the not for profit organization iCanDream Center. Purchase tickets.

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Let's Talk Womxn Chicago closes out "Taste" events with a picnic

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Let's Talk Womxn Chicago present the "Let's Talk Women Picnic in White," event 12-3 p.m. July 11. 

The event a collaboration of women in Chicago's culinary arena. So come dressed in white for a summer afternoon with some extraordinary women in in Chicago's restaurant scene.

Orders for picnic lunches, curated by some of the city's best female chefs and restaurant owners, must be orders by July 8. More details and place lunch orders here.

As a special treat members from Let's Talk Womxn Atlanta and Let's Talk Womxn Philadelphia branches will be in attendance.

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Taste of Chicago and city wide to-go pop-up events kick off July 7

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Taste of Chicago To-Go, a modified version of the city's annual Taste of Chicago event takes place July 7-11 in various pop-up locations across the city.

The main location for Taste of Chicago remains Grant Park, Jackson and Columbus. Admission is free. 

Pop-up locations featuring cooking demonstrations; entertainment and other events will take place place during the city-wide event. View pop-up restaurants.

COVID-19 regulations will be in place. View more details and find pop-up locations here. 

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Prairie Grass is back with a round up of new lunch and dinner specials

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Prairie Grass Cafe, 601 N. Skokie Blvd., Northbrook, is featuring a lineup of lunch specials this week beginning July 6 with: chopped Greek salad (romaine, peppers, tomato, red onion, olives, crumbled feta, red wine herb vinaigrette, baked feta with banana peppers and tomatoes; $20.50). Grilled chicken can be added for $6.50.  In addition the restaurant will offer a traditional tuna melt (toasted English muffin, chilled tuna salad, warm melted cheddar, wedge salad with homemade Thousand Island dressing; $16).

Wednesday lunch feature is PGC's Fettuccini Alfredo with local bacon, poached farm egg and grated Parmesan cheese; $18.

Thursday's special is PGC's Benedict (two poached eggs over sautéed spinach, crumbled bacon served on an English muffing with roasted tomato Hollandaise served with potato wedges; $16.

Dinner specials include. prime flat iron steak with sautéed potatoes, pepper & onions, grilled Yellow Mighty tomato and red wine-pesto butter sauce; $32. 

For more details and to see other specials visit here. Or call: 847-205-4433.

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Buffalo Creek Brewing's music and food lineup for the 4th of July celebration

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Buffalo Creek Brewing’s, 360 Historical Lane, Long Grove, All-American Summer hits a patriotic note with a family oriented concert "American Salute," featuring the Lake County Symphony Orchestra, noon July 3.

The orchestra performs tradition patriotic tunes that includes: Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture; John Phillip Sousa's "Stars and Stripes;" Armed Forces medley, John Williams' "Hymn to the Fallen," and Bulger's "Holiday." 

Aimee Quinn jazz quartet performs from 3-6 p.m. 

On site food trucks will be on hand for purchasing food. Call: 847-821-6140.

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Prime & Provisions 4th of July grilling kits

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There's still time to order Prime & Provisions, 222 N. LaSalle Blvd., burger grilling package and other items for the 4th of July. Place orders for at-home grilling kits for pickup here.

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The Chocolate Sanctuary's First Sunday brunch moves to Saturday

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The Chocolate Sanctuary, 5101 Washington St., Gurnee, Sunday afternoon tea moves to the first Saturday of the month beginning July 3. Reservations available here.  Call: 224-944-0808.

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Avli offers 4th of July grilled platters, dine in or to-go

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Avli gives a Greek style 4th of July salute to guests offering family-style grilled platters for dine-in or as to-go bundle.

Featured grill platters are the Grilled Meat Platter (feeds three to five). The platter includes: lamb chops; pork souvlaki; beef tenderloin; loukaniko (Geek sausage) crispy Greek fries and tzatziki sauce; $85 (feeds three to five).

 In addition the Avli grilled seafood platter that includes: lavraki; octopus; calamari; scallops; prawns; Brussel sprouts and spicy aioli; $85, feeds three to five. 

 The grilled platters are available for dine in July 4 only.

Prepaid  orders can be placed now for to-go grilled bundles to be picked up July 4 at Avli affiliates at: 1335 W. Wrightwood Ave.; 702 N. Well St. and in 566 Chestnut St., Winnetka.

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Prairie Grass Cafe closes to July 6

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Prairie Grass Cafe, 601 Skokie Blvd., Northbrook, will be closed June 28-July 5 and reopens July 6 for regular service.

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McCormick & Schmick's 4th of July boil packs to-go for order now through July 1

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Pre-orders are available now for McCormick & Schmick's 4th of July boil packs to-go for celebrations July 2-5 celebrations. 

Shrimp; lobster & shrimp and lobster bundles are available. Kits come with andouille sausage; corn; potatoes along with tips on how to boil at home from the chef. All orders must be place by July 1. More details on pickup location and placing orders available here.

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The Chocolate Sanctuary hosts Spanish Tapas Chef's Dinner, June 30-July 1

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The Chocolate Sanctuary, 5101 Washington St., Gurnee, is featuring a six-course Spanish tapas chef's dinner 6 p.m. June 30-July 1; $45. Reservations available here. Call: 224-944-0808.

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Eataly's 4th of July picnic kit and more

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Eataly is offering 4th of July food kits includes burgers, steaks along with a Fourth of July picnic box. Shop for collections here.

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High Minded Events' Higher Love Pride Tea Dance, June 27

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High Minded Events presents Higher Love Pride Tea Dance featuring street festival food and non-alcoholic drinks while learning about the newest cannabis trends, 2-6 p.m. June 27, Eden, 1748 W. Lake St. Flash sale end June 25; $45, single ticket; $75, couples. 

Most be 21 and over with valid ID. Tickets must be purchased in advance. No sales at the door. More details and tickets available here.

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