Dining
Bordeaux MatchMaking Wine Tasting (Thurs. 12/10)
| Dec ’09 |
| 10 |
| 7:00 PM |
On Dec. 10th, Chicago’s Borbeaux MatchMaking wine tasting event will commence. Wine tasting and passed hors d’oeuvre from 7 to 9pm will be followed by a party animated by renowned DJ’s until midnight. This is less of a wine tasting and more of a wild night out.
How it works is you first go to the Bordeaux website and take a little survey. I know what you’re thinking, but this survey is designed to understand your personal taste in wine. Upon arrival, you’ll be paired in a group of people with similar tastes in wine as well as cultural interests. This really is the perfect event if you’re new to the city and eager to meet a set of friends with common interests; it’s totally normal to attend alone. Don’t worry if you’re no wine connosseiur; there’s a beginner’s table!
The event is limited to 150 guests, so jump on it and register. Some reviews of the events from different cities rave about the attractive young crowd and the lively dance party at the end. Seems like a pretty hip spot to be seen this Thursday!
Register here and get the full details.
Late Night Andersonville Festival (Fri. 12/4)
| Dec ’09 |
| 4 |
| 6:00 PM |
The Late Night Andersonville Festival is a fabulous way to continue tackling your shopping by treating yourself to complimentary refreshments entertainment (who doesn’t love free stuff? I mean, really) while enjoying significant discounts on unique presents and after-hour meals.
Holiday themed entertainment at Late Night Andersonville Fest.
I think we all need another reason to leave the house and walk around on a calm winter night under Christmas lights listening to street performers offer their interpretations of Frosty the Snowman. Sure beats a dirty, crowded outlet mall, am I right? Of course I am.
One night only! You better hop on the El on Friday December 4th at 6 p.m. and take advantage of the sales until 10. Not only sales but artist demos, silent auctions, toffee tasting, picture framing workshops, and pictures with Santa (c’mon, those never get old), plus waaaay more. Don’t miss this.
Neighborhood: Andersonville
5200 N. Clark
Chicago, IL 60640
773-728-2995
Quartino’s Monthly Wine Tasting: 626 N State St. (Wed. 11/25)
| Nov ’09 |
| 25 |
| 7:00 PM |
| Dec ’09 |
| 23 |
| 7:00 PM |
A classy night of wine and appetizers for $20; not bad for a Wednesday! Quartino’s hosts its monthly wine tasting night on the last Wednesday of each month. This widely popular evening features regional wine selections and tastey pairings of cheeses, meats and pizzas. The “tasting” portions are generous and both wine and food is included in the $20 cover from 7-9pm. Find a wine you love, and take a bottle home. Crack it open at your next dinner party and you’ll be able to impress friends with your newly acquired wine expertise! › Continue reading
Holiday martini class (Wed. 11/18)
| Nov ’09 |
| 18 |
| 6:30 PM |
Halloween is over… thus the winter holiday frenzy is officially in full swing. No matter the holiday you toast to in late December, gatherings and get-togethers are inevitable (bad sweaters and drunken dancing are also likely). And if you’re hosting one of these holiday pow-wows this year, Chen’s Chinese and Sushi restaurant of Chicago is ready to make you look like the best host/hostess to ever set out a shrimp tray.
This Wednesday, Chens’ “Martini Team” is holding a holiday martini class for the ambitious, over-achieving holiday party-thrower. The class starts at 6:30 p.m. and the ’tini crew won’t stop pouring until 8. The $20 class will teach you how to make themed drinks like the mint-chocolate martini and will supply you with samples and hors d’oeuvres throughout the evening. Reservations are required, so get on it and get ready to accept rave reviews from party guests and feel overwhelming pressure to host next season’s holiday hoe-down.
Chen’s Chinese and Sushi
3506 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60657
Rosina-mae fashion show (Fri. 11/20)
| Nov ’09 |
| 20 |
| 9:00 PM |
Fashion show + Wicker park + night club = one absurdly hip night. Free admission too? There is no reason NOT to be outrageously trendy this Friday (unless, of course, you’re not 21. In that case, I totally feel for you). Debonair Social Club is holding a Rosina-Mae (you know, “What the fashionista wears”!) this Friday starting at 11 p.m., doors at 9.
Day of the Dead Celebration at Zocalo (Sun 11/1- Mon 11/2)
| Nov ’09 | Nov |
| 1 | 2 |
Think the holiday celebrations end on Halloween? Think again.
Celebrate the Day of the Dead with a special three course menu with traditional Mexican food. The meal is $20 and is good for both November 1st and 2nd.
So detox from your Halloween celebrations with dinner at Zocalo.
Zocalo
358 W. Ontario St. [google map]
Halloween Drink Specials at Dine Restaurant and Bar (Sat. 10/31)
| Oct ’09 |
| 31 |
Halloween is Saturday, October 31, and there’s no better place to celebrate the spooky holiday than at Dine’s bar for drink deals. Sip on $3 Domestic Beer Bottles (Bud, Bud Light, Miller Lite, MGD, Coors Light), $3.50 Warsteiner Bottles, $2 Hamm’s Cans, or try the special $5 dollar shots, the Pumpkin Pie Shot or the Vampire Shot.
Dine
733 W. Madison St.
(312) 602-2100
www.dinerestaurant.com
Going To Be In Arlington Heights On Halloween? Check Out Birch River Grill (Sat. 10/31)
| Oct ’09 |
| 31 |
Birch River Grill finishes off October with spooky drink specials offered only on Halloween, Saturday, Oct. 31. Specials include a Vampire’s Kiss, Grey Goose Vodka, Sapphire Gin, Patron Tequila, dry vermouth, tomato juice and a pinch of salt ($9); the Gremlin, Crown Royal and lime juice ($6); Devil’s Advocate, Bacardi Limon, Triple Sec, sour mix, cranberry juice and a splash of grenadine ($6); and Wicked Witch Cider, Captain Morgan and hot apple cider ($6).
Birch River Grill
75 W. Algonquin Rd., Arlington Heights
(847) 427-4242
www.birchrivergrill.com
Swig and Pig Dinner: Osteria Via Stato (Oct 28) 6:30pm
| Oct ’09 |
| 28 |
| 6:30 PM |
Two Brothers Brewing Company and Osteria Via Strato are teaming up on Wednesday, October 28, for a “Swig and Pig Brewmasters Dinner”. The idea is to pair different pork dishes with different local beers, and the menu looks like it’s going to provide for some tasty choices. The meals themselves will be seasonally driven and the food is provided by Slagel Farms, who oversee the entire process of their products. Dinner will be $60 (sorry, tax and tip is not included) per person, but one glimpse at the link below will show you why.
Five Course Beer Dinner: Deleece Pub Grill (10/22) 6:30pm
| Oct ’09 |
| 22 |
| 6:30 PM |
The Deleece Pub Grill on Clark is a delicious spot to enjoy burgers and steaks, their two specialties, while imbibing on their American-focused beer, whiskey and wine.
This Tursday they are offering something even better than their usual goodness by having a five course beer dinner. Executive Chef Josh Hansen is creating a five course dinner that will be paired with five different craft beers from the Two Brothers Brewery. For explanation of the craft beers Two Brothers will be sending a representative to share the insights. The menu looks amazing, including smoked duck and lobster tail. Follow the link to their website for the full menu. Cost is $50, which works out to only ten dollars a course with a drink, which in itself is pretty cheap. You can make reservations online or by calling (773-348-3313).
Deleece
3313 N. Clark St. [google map]
