Carnivale 5-Year Anniversary

Celebrating 5 Years and 500,000 Mojitos sold
 
Carnivale will celebrate their fifth year as Chicago’s hottest global cuisine restaurant on Wednesday, September 29 from 6:30PM to 11:00PM.  The festivities will feature live music in the bar beginning at 7PM and the blowout celebration will include a Freakshow Funhouse with a Stilt walker, Clown Troupe, Fire Breather, Cotortionist, Jugglers, Cotton Candy, Snow Cones, themed Action Photo Booth (www.actionbooth.com) in the Flamenco Room, giveaways from Harrah’s Entertainment and Caesars with trips to Las Vegas and much, much more.  Bacardi will also feature a Specialty Drink menu with five signature 5-Year Anniversary mojitos and Bacardi Girls passing out beads and glow stick jewelry to guests.  All Freakshow entertainment will be provided by BigTop JoJo and his Towering Show of Wonder (www.bigtopjojo.com).
 
In celebration of a record breaking 500,000 mojitos sold since opening, Carnivale is holding an Ultimate Mojito Contest now through mid September.  Chicagoans are invited to submit their most unique and creative mojito or mojito smoothie recipes.  Carnivale will choose 5 finalists who will be invited back and judged by a local celebrity panel on Tuesday, September 28 during Carnivale’s anniversary week.  Recipes can be submit at www.carnivalechicago.com.

CARNIVALE
702 West Fulton Market
Chicago IL 60661
312-850-5005
www.carnivalechicago.com

ShowPlace ICON Features Avatar 3D Release

Starting this Friday, August 27, the ShowPlace ICON Theatre at Roosevelt Collection in the South Loop will bring back Avatar in 3D with nine minutes of newly added footage for a very limited 7 day engagement in ICON VIP 21+ Premium Reserved and ICON Reserved Seating.  ShowPlace Icon encourages guests to catch the Avatar once again on the big screen in full digital projection and sound. 
 
Guests visiting Lobby Lounge to catch all Avatar action can enjoy “blue” themed food items including Warm Blue Berry Cobbler (in a Cast Iron Skillet featuring local Blue Berries; $6 and $2 for al a mode) and Beef Tenderloin Sliders with Gorgonzola Dolce Bleu Cheese ($12).
 
WHEN: Friday, August 27 through Thursday, September 2
Visit www.showplaceicon.com for showtimes                                  

COST: $12.50 – $17.50 per person
 
TO RESERVE: Advance ticket purchase available at www.showplaceicon.com                                    
 
Lobby Lounge at ShowPlace Icon Theatre
150 W. Roosevelt Rd
Chicago, IL 60605
Located just west of the intersection of Clark and Roosevelt Rd
Phone: 312.564.2104

Koi and Chens Back to School Special

Complimentary Crab Meat Wonton with Student ID

Koi and Chens present a special offer to cure the back to school blues.  College students who present a valid college ID will receive a complimentary Crab Meat Wonton with the purchase of an entrée from Friday, September 10 through Thursday, September 16.  Offer valid with purchase of entrée, limit one per table, dine-in only.

COST: FREE with purchase of an entrée
WHEN: Friday, September 10 – Thursday, September 16

CHEN’S CHINESE AND SUSHI
3506 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60657
773.549.9100
www.chenschicago.com

KOI
624 Davis Street, Evanston, 60201
847.866.6969
www.koievanston.com

Carnivale September Live Music Schedule

Featuring a 5-Year Anniversary Celebration This September, Carnivale will take its vibrant bar scene to the next level with a full schedule of live music featuring some of Chicago’s most renowned Latin bands. Every Wednesday from 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM, guests will enjoy live music and entertainment as they indulge in Carnivale’s soulful Latino cuisine and refreshing libations. Admission is free (full schedule available below).

As a special treat, guests are invited to join Carnivale on Wednesday, September 29 from 6:30 PM – 11:00 PM as they celebrate their 5-Year Anniversary and 500,000 Mojitos sold. The blowout celebration will include a freakshow funhouse with a Stilt Walker, Clown Troupe, Fire Breather, Contortionist, Jugglers, Mimes, Cotton Candy, Snow Cones, Action Photo Booth, giveaways to Harrah’s Las Vegas and much more. Bacardi has created a Specialty Drink Menu featuring five signature 5-Year Anniversary Mojitos and Bacardi Girls will also be passing out beads and glow stick jewelry to guests. Guests who attend the anniversary event will enjoy the music of Carpacho & Su Super Combo. With their goal of getting the audience out of their seats and dancing, Carpacho plays a tropical mix of Salsa, Bossa Nova, Cumbia, Bolera and more.

SEPTEMBER MUSIC SCHEDULE:
Wednesdays: 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM

9/1 -William Gomez Con Cache
9/8- Carpacho & Su Combo
9/15- William Gomez Con Cache
9/29- Carpacho & Su Combo

All bands provided by Latin Street Dancing. For more information on the bands, please visit http://www.LatinStreetBands.com.

CARNIVALE
702 W. Fulton St.
Chicago, IL 60661
312-850-5005
http://www.carnivalechicago.com

Tavern on Rush Releases Mobile Web Site

View Menus, Make Reservations from Smartphone

Tavern on Rush, the perpetually packed restaurant situated at the corner of Rush Street and Bellevue Place, recently optimized its presence on the World Wide Web for the small screen.  Now diners can view menus, the restaurant’s location, social media sites and more – all from their ever-present handheld devices. 
Tavern on Rush teamed up with The Arland Group, a Chicago-based creative agency, to build the mobile Web site.  All smartphones can access the user-friendly program, including iPhone, BlackBerry and Android models.
 
Whether a guest wants to peruse a menu, including Tavern on Rush’s breakfast, lunch and dinner offerings, pinpoint the restaurant’s exact location via Google Maps or make reservations through Open Table, they will now be able to do so directly from their mobile device.  Diners can also view current events and promotions, find private dining information and access Tavern on Rush’s Facebook and Twitter pages.
 
As more and more people search the Web via their smartphones, Tavern on Rush enters the mobile marketplace at the right time.  And because this is a mobile Web site and not an application, the information is available at any time and doesn’t need to be downloaded to access.
 
Tavern on Rush has been a Gold Coast favorite since opening its doors in 1998. A sophisticated steakhouse feel permeates the two-level space, which features a bustling bar on the first level and an elegant dining room on the second floor. A vibrant scene unfolds on the 114-seat outdoor patio cafe each day and well into the night, offering one of Chicago’s most energetic people-watching perches. Executive Chef John Gatsos has crafted a classic steakhouse menu that goes beyond the norm with globally influenced dishes made with a healthy touch. A well-edited wine list is joined by several beers and an array of specialty martinis to satisfy even the most discerning drinker. 
 
The Arland Group is a national creative agency based in Chicago. The company specializes in brand management, Web site design, interactive services, mobile technology and more. For more information, visit www.thearlandgroup.com.
 
Tavern on Rush
1031 N. Rush Street
Chicago, IL 60611
www.tavernonrush.com
(312) 664-9600

Carlucci and Binny’s Host Wine Tasting

Carlucci in Downers Grove has partnered with Binny’s Beverage Depot to host an exclusive Italian Wine Tasting this September.  Guests will explore and taste over 70 wines from almost every region in Italy and in every style.  A pre-tasting discussion by Jenni Heim at 5:30 PM will provide a basic introduction into the world of Italian wine.  The wine discussion is free to the first 25 people, and reservations are required.  The cost for the wine tasting is $10.00 with a Binny’s card or $15.00 for non-members.

Guests of the wine tasting who make a reservation afterwards can take advantage of a $25.95 per person prix fixe dinner menu available only to Binny’s customers (includes tax and gratuity).  Guests are invited to bring a bottle from the tasting with NO corkage fee.  Complete menu is available upon request.

WHEN: Thursday, September 16
                6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

COST: WINE TASTING: $10 with Binny’s Card; $15 for Non-members
              PRIX FIXE MENU: $25.95 per person (inclusive of tax and gratuity)

RESERVE: 630.512.0990

CARLUCCI RESTAURANT
1801 Butterfield Road
Downers Grove, IL 60515
630.512.0990
www.carluccirestaurant.com

Sarks in the Park Unveils Happy Hours Menu

Hailed as the one of the best breakfast spots in Lincoln Park, Sarks in the Park unveils a new Happy Hours menu available from 4:30 PM – 9:00 PM Tuesday – Sunday complete with homemade guacamole and chips ($7), Tinga Chicken Tostadas ($9), Ahi Tuna Sliders ($13) and Pepperjack, Grilled Chicken and Peach Quesadillas ($9) and more.  Complete Happy Hours menu available upon request.
 
Sarks still offers a wide range of signature breakfast items including omelets, egg dishes, breakfast sides and Original Sarks Sandwiches such as the Loretta (Breakfast sandwich with cheese on French Bread with mayo, tomatoes, green peppers & onions and choice of bacon, turkey or ham) and the Disaster (Homemade sausage & cheese on French Bread with tomatoes, green peppers & onions).

Sarks in the Park
444 W. Fullerton
Chicago, IL
773.404.9000
www.sarksinthepark.com

Showplace Icon Celebrates Grandparents Day

On National Grandparents Day, Sunday, September 12, moviegoers are invited to a treat at ShowPlace Icon Theatre in the South Loop.  If accompanied by a grandchild, grandparents’ admission price will be the same as childrens’ prices.  Matinees: Children – $7.50; Evenings: Children – $10.00.  Guests of all ages can also enjoy concession favorites available for purchase such as Starlite Frozen Yogurt, Freschetta® Pizzeria quality thin crust pizza, and the signature Icon popcorn with real butter.
 
WHEN: Sunday, September 12
COST: $7.50 – $10.00 per person
 
TO RESERVE: For Showtimes, please visit www.showplaceicon.com                                

Lobby Lounge at ShowPlace Icon Theatre
150 W. Roosevelt Rd
Chicago, IL 60605
Located just west of the intersection of Clark and Roosevelt Rd
Phone: 312.564.2104

www.showplaceicon.com

Quartino Opolo Vineyard Wine Dinner

Chicagoans are invited to join Quartino Ristorante for an exclusive Wine Dinner in partnership with Opolo Vineyards, the jewel of California’s central coast.  For $39 per person plus tax and gratuity, guests are invited to enjoy a festive reception with passed wines and hors d’oeuvres including Grilled Zucchini Involitini with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and a Chilled Heirloom Tomato Soup Cappuccino followed by a decadent four-course dinner.
                             
Dinner courses include Garganelli con Ragu D’Agnello and Gnocchi with Green Beans, Potatoes and Arugula Pesto paired with a 2007 Opolo Barbera, Brasato di Manzo con Salsa Verde and Salsiccia con Scarole with Opolo’s 2005 Sangiovese, and Tiramisu Ricetta Tradizionale and Cannoli alla Siciliana paired with Opolo’s 2008 Late Harvest Zinfandel. Complete menu is available upon request.
                       
Opolo Vineyards is located on a beautiful  70 Acre mountain site in For Out Paso Robles. Here, the poor mountain soils and high daytime temperatures which drop dramatically at night, combine to yield the intense grapes necessary to produce fine wine. Opolo also has over 230 Acres on the dramatically warmer East Side of Paso Robles.
 
Most Opolo wines are estate grown, produced and bottled. Production is typically less than 500 cases per varietal. Big mountain zinfandels, classic zinfandels, full-bodied Pinot Noirs, Cab Franc, Counoise,  Barbera, Malbec, Merlots, Syrahs, Sangiovese along with mouth-watering Viogniers and Roussanne are included in Opolo’s list of specialties.  In recent years, The San Francisco Chronicle Wine-competition has honored Opolo with Double Gold for its 2005 Zinfandel Reserve, plus ten out of ten other awards for excellence. Previously, the chronicle awarded Double Gold to Opolo’s Mountain Zinfandel, and 17 out 17 other awards for excellence. At present, Opolo produces over 24 different varieties of wine, each consistently unique and ready to accommodate a tremendous range of palates
                               
WHEN: Tuesday, September 14
               Reception 7:30 PM
               Dinner: 8:15 PM
 
COST: $39 per person, excludes tax and gratuity
 
RESERVE: Reservations required, call Quartino 312.698.5000
 
Quartino Ristorante
626 N State

Chicago, IL 60654
312.698.5000
www.quartinochicago.com

La Madia Monthly Wine Tasting Features Whites from Northern Italy

Chicagoans are invited to join La Madia Beverage Director Jason Limjoco for an after-work wine class and tasting featuring an array of white wines from Northern Italy.
 
Participants will taste five different wines with paired appetizers.  Wines will include: Peter Zemmer Pinot Grigio (La Lot 07, Alto Adige, IT); Benvolio 07 Pinot Grigio (Grave, Friuli, IT); Tamellini, Soave Classico 04 (Veneto, IT); Zardetto Prosecco Brut (Conegilano,IT).
 
Participants will also receive a $10 gift certificate valid towards dinner at La Madia after the class. 
 
WHEN: Tuesday, September 7
                6:00PM – 7:00 PM

COST: $30 per person includes tasting and class, appetizers and $10 gift certificate 

RESERVE: Reservations required. Call (312) 329-0400.  Space is limited.

La Madia
59 W Grand Ave
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 329-0400
www.dinelamadia.com

Kama Indian Bistro New Lunch Specials

Kama Indian Bistro, located in the heart of La Grange, announces the start of their new lunch specials menu on Tuesday, August 24 featuring a larger selection of entrée items in addition to the classic Chef’s Daily Special of Maharaja Thali, which includes Soup, Chicken or Lamb, Two Vegetables, Lentils, Raita, Pappadam, Rice, Bread, Salad and Dessert for only $9.95.  A vegetarian option is also available.

The new menu will offer a variety of Kama Indian Bistro’s signature fresh and healthy dishes including Appetizers, Soups, Salads, Rice, Entrees, Desserts, Vegetarian options and more.  Catering and take-out is also available.  A sample of the new menu is available below and the full menu is available upon request.

SAMPLE OF LUNCH MENU: 
Lamb Burger, $10
Juicy and flavorful lamb burger with creamy peppercorn flavored yogurt dressing.  Served with mushroom pakora. 

Soya Mushroom Burger, $8
Burger patties made of lentil, soya granules, and potatoes.  Flavored with cilantro and spices.  Served with mushroom pakora. 

Seekh Kabab Roll, $10 
Grilled skewers of spiced minced lamb served on a garlic nan, lettuce, sautéed onions, tomatoes and a mint flavored yogurt dressing.  Served with mushroom pakora. 

Chicken Tikka Roll, $9 
Marinated pieces of boneless chicken breast served on a garlic nan, lettuce, sautéed onions, tomatoes.  Covered with mint flavored yogurt dressing and makhani sauce.  Served with mushroom pakora. 

Chicken Cream Kabab Roll, $9
Marinated pieces of creamy boneless chicken breast served on a garlic nan, with sautéed onions, tomatoes and a mint flavored yogurt dressing and makhani sauce.  Served with mushroom pakora.

KAMA INDIAN BISTRO 
W. Burlington Avenue
La Grange, IL 60525
Phone: (708) 352-3300
www.kamabistro.com

Quartino Introduces Exclusive Argentinean Wines

Quartino introduces exclusive Argentinean wines – from Don Cristobal 1492 – imported directly from Mendoza, Argentina.  These two wines are produced under the Gotan label, and imported exclusively for Quartino.   Guests can now enjoy a 2009 Shiraz (red) and 2010 Chardonnay / Torrontes blend (white).

Don Cristóbal 1492 is an innovative, modern winery that processes its own grapes, selecting and collecting the grapes by hand. With a strong commitment to local and international development, Don Cristobal 1492 is positioned as a reputable brand within highly competitive markets, such as Europe, North America and the Asia-Pacific region.        

WHEN:           Available now, lunch and dinner

COST:             $6 for quartino, $12 for mezzo, $18 for bottle and $24 for litro

Quartino Ristorante
626 N State
Chicago, IL 60654
312.698.5000
www.quartinochicago.com

Tuscany Oak Brook Live Music and More

Guests are invited to enjoy the sounds of Vito Zatto, Dave and Donna, Diane Noe, Jeff Quinn and more at Tuscany Restaurant in Oak Brook.  Patrons can also indulge in Tuscany’s $2 Bar Bites Happy Hour available Monday through Friday from 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM which features items including: Mini Burgers, Fried Shrimp Tempura, Mini Filet Sandwiches and Baked Caprese Crostini.  Daily drink specials at Tuscany Oak Brook include half off martini Tuesdays, half off wine on Wednesdays and half off all beers on Thursdays.  Specials are available in the bar and lounge only.

LIVE MUSIC SCHEDULE:
8/10 John Ivan & Melissa
8/11 Vito Zatto
8/12 Mike & Beth
8/13 Cindi Cronin
8/14 Roxanne
8/17 Peter Oprisko
8/18 Vito Zatto
8/19 Ron Estrada & Rick Hunt
8/20 Vu Deux Duo
8/21 Cindi Cronin
8/24 Jeff Quinn
8/25 Vito Zatto
8/26 Vu Deux Duo
8/27 John Ivan & Melissa
8/28 Diane Noe
8/31 Ron Estrada & Rick Hunt

TUSCANY RESTAURANT
1415 W. 22nd St.
Oak Brook, IL 60521
630.990.1993
www.tuscanychicago.com/tuscany-oak-brook

Phil Stefani’s 437 Rush Daily Specials

Phil Stefani’s 437 Rush invites Chicagoans to sip and swirl their way through a unique selection of wines every Friday with $10 Wine Down Fridays.  Guests will enjoy a flight of four wines; two red and two white, for just $10, available 11 AM – 4 PM.  While there, guests can indulge in an array of bar bites or menu items including Appetizers, Soups, Salads, Raw Bar and Premium Seafood dishes.
 
DAILY DRINK SPECIALS:
Miller Madness Mondays
MGD and Miller Lite Bottles
$3
 
Tuesdays
House Red and White
$4
 
Ladies’ Night Wednesdays
Cosmopolitans
$5
 
Encore Presentation Thursday 
Select Martinis
$5
 
At Last It’s Effen Friday
Celebrate the start of the weekend with some Effen vodka cocktails
$7
 
PHIL STEFANI’S 437 RUSH
437 N. Rush Street
Chicago IL 60611
312.222.0101
www.philstefanis437rush.com

Chevy Chase Country Club Monthly Ballroom Dance Lessons

This Month: Rumba

Chevy Chase Country Club continues their monthly ballroom dance classes on Wednesday, August 25 with the fifth dance of the season: an evening of Rumba in the Historic Grand Ballroom.  The event features live music by the ten-piece Dick Elliot Orchestra, instructional dance lessons by Chicago legends Bob and Penny Urbon followed by three hours of Open Dancing.  For those who need a little liquid courage, a cash bar is available (prices range from $3 – $7).  In celebration of all things Cuban, featured drinks include Mojitos, Daiquiri, Cuba Libre, Cuban Rum Punch and more. 

The majestic Chevy Chase Country Club Grand Ballroom maintains its original integrity from the 1920s and its 5,000-square-foot hardwood dance floor, stage area, state-of-the-art sound and lighting system provide the perfect setting for ballroom dancing.  The Abbey, with its vaulted ceiling and vintage horseshoe bar, provides a cash bar and is perfect for gathering and socializing over cocktails in between dances.

Instructors Bob and Penny Urbon, founders of www.ballroomchicago.com, have taught in the Chicago area for many years and made their names as the former owners of “Chicago Dance.”  These days, Bob and Penny continue to do what they love best – teaching and sharing the joy of ballroom dancing with as many others as possible.

WHEN: Wednesday, August 25

Doors Open: 6:00 PM
Dance Lesson: 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Open Dance: 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM

COST: $13 per person – Tickets can be purchased at the door.

Chevy Chase Country Club
1000 N. Milwaukee Avenue
Wheeling, IL 60090
http://www.chevychasecountryclub.com/
(847) 465-2300

UPCOMING DATES:
Wednesday, September 22 – Mambo/Salsa
Wednesday, October 27 – Swing

Stretch Run New Signature Menu

Stretch Run Sporting Club and Grille announces the start of their new Signature Menu available daily.  The new menu will feature a variety of Stretch Run’s signature dishes including Wings, Mini Salads, Sandwiches, Burgers, Wraps, Sides and Desserts in addition to Bottled Beer, Draft Beer and Wine selections. 

The new Signature Menu’s item offerings include: Mini Sloppy Joe’s (Three Mini Homemade Sloppy Joes made with Seasoned Ground Beef and Vegetables, served with house Potato Chips; $5.95), Spicy BBQ Chicken Sandwich (Grilled Chicken Breast smothered in Spicy BBQ Sauce and topped with Cheddar Cheese and Bacon; $8.95), and BBQ Pork Sandwich (Pulled Pork tossed in BBQ Sauce and served with a side of Coleslaw; $7.95).  A sample of the new menu is available below and the full menu is available upon request.

SAMPLE OF NEW MENU:
Stretch Run Wings, $9.95
Ten Breaded Wings Tossed in Choice of Sauce
BBQ: Sweet Baby Ray’s
Mild: For Those Who Can’t Handle the Heat
Spicy Asian: Thai Chili Sauce with Cilantro and Ginger
Honey Chipotle: Chipotle Sauce with Honey, Garlic & Ginger
Spicy BBQ: Everyone’s Favorite! Try It!
Hot Garlic: Not Recommended on Date Night
Hot: Classic Hot Sauce with Lots More Flavor

BLT Chicken Sandwich, $8.95
Grilled Chicken Breast topped with Swiss Cheese, Bacon, Honey Mustard Dressing & Mayonnaise

Smokehouse Burger, $9.95
Eight Ounce Certified Angus Beef Burger with Cheddar Cheese, BBQ Sauce, Bacon and Mayonnaise

South of the Border Pasta, $9.95
Penne Pasta tossed in a Roasted Red Pepper Cream Sauce and topped with sliced Grilled Chicken, Mozzarella Cheese and Banana Peppers

Mini Hot Dogs, $5.25
Three Mini Chicago Style Hot Dogs, Served with House Potato Chips

STRETCH RUN Sporting Club and Grille
544 North LaSalle
Chicago, IL 60660
Tel: 312-644-4477
www.stretchrunchicago.com

Tavern on Rush Redefines Classic Steakhouse Concept

Globally Inspired Menu a Cut Above

Tavern on Rush, the perpetually packed restaurant situated at the corner of Rush Street and Bellevue Place, may be known for its USDA-certified prime-aged steaks and chops as much for its vibrant atmosphere and lively crowd (and rightfully so), but the constantly evolving eatery offers more.

Executive Chef John Gatsos, who has manned the kitchen at Tavern on Rush since 2003, consistently imbues the restaurant’s menu with exciting, unexpected components, drawing from his passion for other cultures, particularly with Asian and Mediterranean influences.

Chef Gatsos sources the freshest available ingredients, including fish flown in daily from across the country (everywhere from Boston to Honolulu) and Midwestern prime-aged beef that has been specially butchered for the restaurant.  Fans of typical steakhouse fare, which often comes laden with unnecessary fat and calories, might be surprised to learn that Tavern on Rush is committed to healthy cooking, using such ingredients as olive oil, brown rice and whole wheat pasta.

The globally influenced menu offers such light and flavorful dishes as Firecracker Grilled Chicken Pasta ($17.95), which features slices of spicy chicken breast tossed with cilantro pesto, roasted red peppers, sweet corn and whole wheat spaghetti; and Seared Sesame Hawaiian Tuna ($27.95), a bigeye tuna steak, seared with a sesame seed crust and served with wasabi and ginger-soy sauce. 

Of course, steaks ($29.95-$42.95) have a starring role on Tavern on Rush’s extensive dinner menu.  All cuts of meat are grilled to order on fresh charcoal and served in the guest’s choice of preparation: classic sea salt and peppercorn, Cajun spice, roasted garlic, spicy firecracker, Greek or Mexican.  An array of appetizers, soups and salads, sandwiches, brick-oven pizzas, pastas and more round out Tavern on Rush’s delicious dinner offerings.

In addition to the restaurant’s popular lunch menu, which showcases a variety of starters, soups, entree salads and hearty sandwiches, Tavern on Rush also serves a lavish weekend breakfast on Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. The menu abounds with such eye-opening options as Stuffed French Toast ($10.50) made with thick-cut brioche stuffed with blueberries and mascarpone cheese dipped in a rich egg batter; the Oak Street Scramble ($9.95), a combination of ground turkey, goat cheese, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes and cremini mushrooms served with a side of breakfast potatoes; and the Smoked Salmon Breakfast Pizza ($11.95) featuring chive cream cheese, red onion, tomatoes, capers and chopped hard-boiled eggs.

Tavern on Rush
1031 N. Rush Street
Chicago, IL 60611
www.tavernonrush.com
(312) 664-9600

Stretch Run Hosts Mixology Class

Students Learn How to Make Football Themed Cocktails

Stretch Run presents the fifth installment of their hands on Mixology Class led by expert mixologist Tracy Miller.  Perfect for football season, guests who join Stretch Run on Thursday, September 9 will learn how to make an array of football inspired cocktails before the Vikings vs Saints game including New Orleans Hurricane (light rum, dark rum, passion fruit juice, lime juice) and the Minnesota Purple Viking (Southern Comfort Peach, Blue Curacao, Blueberry Liqueur, Sloe Gin, splash lime juice, splash sour mix, splash 7).  As an added bonus, guests will enjoy Jambalaya samples.  The Miller Girls will also be on hand at 7:00 PM with giveaways and scratch off winners. 

WHEN: Thursday, September 9 from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

COST: Complimentary

RSVP: Required.  Call Stretch Run at 312.644.4477. 

STRETCH RUN Sporting Club and Grille
544 North LaSalle
Chicago, IL 60660
Tel: 312-644-4477
www.stretchrunchicago.com

Carnivale’s “Farm to Table” Celebration

Monthly Specials Feature Sustainable Local Produce

Chicagoans are invited to experience the best of the Midwest one week each month through September, as Executive Chef David Dworshak showcases seasonal ingredients from his favorite local farms.

The September Farm to Table menu will feature ingredients from Mick Klug Farms in Michigan and City Farm in Chicago (detailed information on each farm can be found below).

WHEN:          Monday, September 20 – Sunday, September 26 

MENU: Ensalada
City Farm heirloom tomatoes, arugula, garden herbs, serrano ham, creamy manchego dressing
$8

Chile Relleno
City Farm peppers stuffed with housemade chorizo, Chihuahua cheese, heirloom tomato sauce
$10

Market Fish
Mick Klug green beans, roasted peppers, mushrooms, almond-peach relish
$19

RESERVE:   Reservations recommended, not required. 312-850-5005

About Mick Klug Farms

Mick Klug bought his farm from his parents over 30 years ago, which has been in the family for 79 years.  Mick, his wife, Cindy, and daughters Amy and Abby grow many varieties of fruits and vegetables on their 120-acre farm in Michigan.

Mick has been providing fresh produce to the Green City Market for 8 years and Chicago City Markets for over 30 years.  In addition, he supplies many restaurants in the Chicago area with fresh produce throughout the season.

About City Farm

City Farm is a sustainable vegetable farm bordering two very diverse Chicago neighborhoods: Cabrini-Green and the Gold Coast. The farm boasts thirty varieties of tomatoes as well as beets, carrots, potatoes, gourmet lettuces, herbs and melons. All produce is grown in composted soil generated from various sources, such as restaurant trimmings from some of the city’s finest kitchens. The farm sells its produce primarily to local chefs and to the public from an on-site market stand. The produce grown at City Farm has been widely praised for its flavor, form and beauty.

CARNIVALE
702 West Fulton Market
Chicago IL 60661
312-850-5005
www.carnivalechicago.com

Tapas Valencia Bears Home Game Discounts

The Chicago Bears 2010 season is about to kick off with the home opener on Sunday, September 12 against the Detroit Lions.  Guests can celebrate the return of another football season at Tapas Valencia in the South Loop.  Fans are invited to dine after any Bears home game at Soldier Field this season, where they will receive $15 off their bill with proof of ticket.  Limit one per table.  Not valid with any other offers or discounts.

Guests can feast on a post-game dinner of Tapas Valencia’s hot and cold tapas, paellas and sangrias served from 4:30 PM – 9:00 PM every Sunday (or from 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM for that much-anticipated battle against the Green Bay Packers on Monday, September 27).

TAPAS VALENCIA
1530 S State Street
Chicago, IL 60605
Phone: 312.842.4444
www.tapasvalencia.com