Sip over 250 different wines from every region of the world, all while rocking out with a few thousand of your closest friends. Discover a new Cabernet from California, sip on a Malbec from Argentina, hit up German Rieslings and wash ‘em down with grapes no one can pronounce from Portugal. We have you covered [...]
The 12th annual Mayfest (Maifest in German), voted “Best Fest” by Chicagoans, offers German food and beers from Hofbrauhaus Munich and Pabst Brewing Company, live entertainment, maypole dancing and, as always, German Gemutlichkeit! Highlights include the “Rock the May Fest” preview party on Thursday, and a traditional keg tapping and May Queen crowning on Friday. [...]
Cinco de Mayo We love a party, and Cinco de Mayo is a great excuse to strike up the band! But you canât party without food . . .so weâre on the path of creating three terrific party-friendly dishes. Join our chefs to get instruction, then practice in our kitchen so you can go home filled [...]
Treat Mom to a special 5 course plated gourmet meal by Pure Kitchen Catering. This special event will feature jewelry, art and gifts made by Chicago’s finest artists and craftsmen, as well as musical entertainment. Feel free to BYOB with no corkage fee! Each ticket is valid for 1 person covering admission and food. Gratuity [...]
Geja’s Café, 340 W. Armitage, will treat all moms to a complimentary 5-minute massage on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 8. Licensed massage therapists from Lincoln Park Massage Spa, will give all mothers a little well deserved pampering while they dine. The restaurant will open at noon on Mother’s Day. For reservations, call 773-281-9101. “All mothers [...]
Very Vegan Desserts Experience how to make delicious desserts with healthy non-traditional ingredients such as carob, coconut milk, and avocados! Join us for an exploration of creating wonderfully rich and satisfying desserts even non-vegan eaters will love. $60/person Menu – Carob Pudding – Strawberry-Rhubarb Cobbler – Hazelnut Torte with Chocolate Ganache Reservations are required for this event/class. [...]
Join us! Peace Day Fundraiser Friday, April 8th 8-11pm Club 162 3551 N. Sheffield, Chicago $35 at the door: includes all drafts and call liquors, also non-alcoholic juices and soft drinks, plus live music! Raise a glass and raise funds for this year’s Peace Day activities! Note – you must be 21 to enter Club. [...]
Adopting a vegan lifestyle can be difficult, especially if you don’t know where to buy vegan products. Whether you’re a neophyte or a lifelong vegan, Vegan Cuts will provide you with the latest deals on vegan food, clothing, accessories, and more. Vegan Cuts is a website that will feature weekly deals on vegan products and services, starting [...]
Great Lakes Brewing Company Earth Day Dinner Wednesday, April 20, 2011 uncommon ground 1401 W. Devon Ave, Edgewater Reception: 6pm, Dinner: 7pm Welcome Beer: Dortmunder Gold Lager passed appetizers white fish ceviche on tortilla mushroom risotto cake and green aioli cheese puffs first course grilled asparagus truffled deviled egg, ham praline, green goddess dressing beer pairing: holy moses [...]
Join Jenniffer Weigel and Mary Long, former WLS radio team, as they celebrate Women’s History Month with some of the areas most empowering women. Guests include lifestyle expert Shea Vaughn, author Laura Caldwell and The All American Mustard Girl, Jennifer Connor. Tickets $12 advance and $15 at the door Tickets available online at http://www.wilmettetheatre.com or call [...]
Intimidated by yeast? Never kneaded anything before? Let Sunny, from the popular food blog Smart Cabbage, show you how easy homemade bread can be! We’ll tackle basic sandwich bread, herbed foccacia and everything bagels. Cost of the class is $10 includes instructional materials, snacks and a free gift. Pre-registration strongly recommended.
Mity Nice Grill, at Water Tower Place, 835 N. Michigan Ave, sporting a new look and flavor with its revamped interior and new menu, will host a four-course gluten-free wine dinner on Tuesday, April 12 at 6 p.m. “Gluten-free rock star” Executive Chef Larry Donahue will the prepare this special menu of your favorite modern [...]
Stroll through Lincoln Square “Wine Country,” tasting great spring & summer vino paired with delicious hors d’ oeuvres at several Lincoln Square establishments. Stop by Planet Access Company Store (4727 N Lincoln Ave) from 6:45-7:45 pm to pick up your wine glass and map. (**All participants MUST sign a waiver before the stroll- no exceptions!) [...]
The Central Street Business Association announces Retail Therapy Night– its popular late night shopping event. Taking place on Thursday April 14th from 6-9pm, many shops on Central Street in north Evanston (just west of Green Bay Road at the 1900-2100 block of Central Street) will offer special sales, refreshments, in-store entertainment and a springtime bounty [...]
Join Mindful Metropolis and Green Parents Network for this special all day Earth Month event to celebrate spring, sustainable living and wellness! This event is for conscious and curious individuals and families to come out and meet vendors, companies and organizations that can help them create and maintain a sustainable lifestyle and home. This is [...]
Have you ever gone to the doctor, only for them to find nothing wrong with you? That could be because there really is nothing wrong with you and your body is just reacting as it should under the circumstances. Dr. David Edelberg of WholeHealth Chicago explains the differences between disease symptoms and functional symptoms. Symptoms: Disease [...]
Whether it’s a dietary restriction or lifestyle change, eating gluten free can be tricky. Join us and our instructor will share quick and easy recipes that will make your dinner party perfect from start to finish for all your guests.
Adopting a vegan lifestyle can be difficult, especially if you don’t know where to buy vegan products. Whether you’re a neophyte or a lifelong vegan, Vegan Cuts will provide you with the latest deals on vegan food, clothing, accessories, and more. 
