We like to let our readers know about sweet deals, fun events, and freebies they can enjoy for themselves.
That is why today's column features some of the best deals and events that we could find to share with you!
One place we've discovered is FOODease. Just a few steps from Michigan Avenue, FOODease lets guests experience “restaurant-quality food prepared to-go.” The restaurant is dedicated to fresh prep; using ingredients sourced from quality vendors to prepare foods made from scratch. Selections include made-to-order sandwiches and sushi, meals from the gourmet deli and custom salad, soup and hot entrée bars.
The wine bar and retail wine shop features over 150 selections. You will also find many handmade local products, artisanal cheeses and a chocolate room filled with our favorite sweets and confections.
The Deal:
FOODease Daily Deals are:
o Monday: $5 Sandwich Counter Combo – choice of sandwich and bag of chips
o Tuesday: $5 Wines on Tap – Gotham Project wines available at the wine bar
o Wednesday: $5 Sushi Rolls – made fresh to order
The Kicker:
Like FOODease on Facebook and help them obtain 5,000 followers and you'll receive a FREE sandwich!
FOODease has dine-in seating for 50 and is open every day of the week for lunch and dinner. Hours of operation are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday.
For more information, please call 312-335-3663 or visit FOODease on Facebook or Twitter (@foodeasemarket).
The DOVE® Ice Cream Truck will make stops throughout the U.S. between late June and early August, all of which were chosen exclusively by fans following a nationwide Facebook vote. The Facebook polls are officially closed and the 10 cities that will experience the "Adults Only" DOVE® Ice Cream Truck are:
- Detroit (Friday, June 29)
- Cleveland (Tuesday, July 3)
- Tampa (Monday, July 9)
- Boston (Sunday, July 15)
- Philadelphia (Tuesday, July 17)
- Chicago (Tuesday, July 24)
- Minneapolis (Thursday, July 26 and Friday, July 27)
- Milwaukee (Wednesday, August 1)
- Indianapolis (Friday, August 3)
- Cincinnati (Monday, August 6)
At each stop, the vehicle also will feature stress-busting activities – massages by licensed massage therapist, manicures and music – to help adults momentarily escape from their hectic days. The exact truck locations in each city will be announced closer to the event date.
For more information about DOVE® Ice Cream tour dates and how to visit the truck when it stops in your town, visit www.Facebook.com/DoveIceCream.
Roka Akor is celebrating its one-year anniversary! On Thursday, July 26 ONLY, guests will enjoy $1 barrel-filled Sake, plus a complimentary Robata-Grilled Pork Belly for everyone. The rhythmic sounds of Japanese drummers will fill the room at dinnertime.
Also, from Monday, July 23 –Saturday, July 28, a special Anniversary Drink called “Ichi” (#1), a refreshing blend of Grey Goose cherry, Cognac, Agave nectar lemon and muddled strawberries topped with rose Prosecco will be available for $12.
Additionally,
throughout the week, every guest is a winner! Each will receive a
sealed envelope which includes an exclusive offer for a return visit;
such as: complimentary Chef’s tasting menu, Omakase for 2; variety of Sushi Rolls; a Ribeye and other delicacies hot off the Robata Grill.
It has been one year since Roka Akor brought Executive Chef Ce Bian’s authentic Japanese culinary expertise and a stunning design to the chic River North neighborhood. Since then, Roka Akor has become a gathering place to enjoy prime steaks, fresh fish, artisanal sauces and dressings, and a superb wine list.
Roka
Akor, owned by JNK Concepts, is located in the heart of Chicago’s River
North neighborhood at 456 N. Clark. The restaurant is open for lunch
Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Dinner is served
Sunday through Wednesday from 5 to 11 p.m., Thursday through Saturday
from 5 p.m. to 12 a.m. Lunch and dinner also are served on Roka Akor’s
new outdoor patio. The Sake & Shochu Lounge is open Sunday through
Wednesday from 5 p.m. to 1 a.m., Thursday and Friday from 5 p.m. to 2
a.m. and Saturday from 5 p.m. to 3 a.m. For more information about Roka
Akor, please call (312) 477-7652 or visit www.rokaakor.com or the restaurant’s Facebook and Twitter pages.
Roka Akor's sister restaurant, Bombay Spice, is celebrating, too!
featuring healthy, fresh, home-style cooked Indian cuisine by Executive
Chef Sunil Kumar – celebrates its one-year anniversary from Monday, July 23 – Saturday, July 28 with week-long lunchtime deals on favorites: $5.00 Biryani, Basmati
rice, spinach, onions, peppers and mixed nuts featuring a choice of
vegetables, chicken or lamb (regularly $7.95, $8.95 & $11.95) and
$1.00 Chai Tea, served hot or cold, (regularly $2.25).
On Friday, July 27 at 7 p.m., traditional Indian music and fun Bollywood movies will played throughout the night.
Bombay Spice is located in the heart of Chicago’s River North neighborhood at 450 N. Clark St. It’s open for lunch from 11:30-2:30pm Monday-Friday, and 12:30-2:30pm Saturday & Sunday and open for dinner from 5:00pm-10pm Sunday-Thursday, and 5:00pm-11pm Friday & Saturday. While the dining room closes at 11 p.m. for dinner service, the bar will offer cocktails and a limited menu until midnight. For more information about Bombay Spice, please call (312) 477-7657, visit www.bombayspice.com or view the restaurant’s Facebook and Twitter pages.
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| Chef Julius Russell |
The Chef Julius Russell Pop Up Restaurant
For one night only, A Tale of Two Chefs & Westminster HD are excited to present an evening of fine dining. Chef Julius and his team have created a multi-course dining excursion that highlights his travels to destination that include South America, Europe, the Caribbean and the Eastern Mediterranean. The night will include 10-12 courses (maybe more) of globally focused, yet locally sourced cuisine paired with wines from Chile and the Eastern Mediterranean. One special course will be dedicated to Charlie Trotter in thanks for being the first to welcome us to the culinary scene.Hosted by Nicole Paul & Jada Russell
Sunday, July 29th
5:30pm | VIP Reception
6:30pm | Dinner
Westminster HD
1045 W. Madison Avenue
(between Aberdeen St. & Carpenter St.)
For tickets go here!
Finally, tickets are now available and going fast for this year's Chicago Gourmet at Millennium Park. The annual chef fest happens September 28-30th.
The Main Event, Grand Cru (wine tastings) and Hamburger Hop are sure to be sell-outs!
For full line-up information and ticket purchase go here!
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