The 5 Hottest Tickets In Chicago Before Labor Day!

Greetings, C-Stylers!  We're back from our Summer hiatus and ready to countdown to C-Style's 5th Anniversary on September 18th!

Before that happens, however, we thought we'd clue you in on the hottest ticketed events left "to-do" before Labor Day!.

1) Ruth's Chris Steak House is pairing with William Grant and Sons and Remy Cointreau USA to host a national 5-course "Hand-Crafted Cocktail" dinner on Thursday, August 22nd. Make your reservation now at the Chicago, Northbrook, or South Barrington locations.  Tickets are $85 per person. What will you get? Check-out the sweet menu below!  Reserve your seat today!

First Course

Ahi Tuna Stack 
Ahi poke, mango, avocado, tomato,
wonton crisps, wasabi crème fraîche
French Quarter 75 
Piper Sonoma Blanc de Blancs, Hendricks Gin

Second Course

Summer Melon Salad 
Honeydew & cantaloupe, crispy prosciutto,
spring mix, citrus champagne vinaigrette
Ruby Red Grapefruit & Basil Martini 
Featuring Reyka vodka

Third Course

Seared Scallops Rockefeller 
Flakey puff pastry, creamed spinach,
crisp bacon, béarnaise sauce 

Blackberry Sidecar 
Remy V.S.O.P., Cointreau,
Lemon juice, muddled blackberries

Fourth Course

Sizzling Filet Mignon & Crab Cake 
Pecan crusted sweet potato casserole
Apricot Sour 
Hudson baby bourbon,
fresh lemon juice, apricot preserves

Dessert

Coconut-Pineapple Bread Pudding 
Spiced rum crème anglaise, raspberry sauce
Mount Gay Iced Coffee
Dark roast coffee, fresh cream, dash of nutmeg 

2) City trendsetters and pro-shoppers are invited to a 12-day downtown spectacular that promises a fashionable finish to the summer season. The Magnificent Mile Shopping Festival™ presented by MasterCard® returns August 22 – September 2 for a celebration of the world-class Magnificent Mile experience, offering unique access to the district. 

Right as retailers begin to stock new fall merchandise, The Shopping Festival provides the perfect opportunity to take advantage of events in stores, as well as at award-winning restaurants, luxury hotels and iconic attractions. Shoppers can expect a variety of special offers and a non-stop calendar of festivities, including celebrity appearances, stand-out fashion shows, culinary celebrations, live outdoor concerts and more—all with added benefits for MasterCard® cardholders.

For more information, a schedule of events, and to purchase tickets go to TheMagnificentMile.com.

3) Hot "boy band" Maroon 5 headlines the 2013 Honda Civic Tour on Sunday, August 25th at the First Midwest Bank Amphitheatre. For ticket availability go to www.ticketmaster.com.

4) The 24th Annual African Festival of the Arts kicks off Labor Day weekend at Chicago's Washington Park, August 30th thru September 2nd.  This year's headliners include singer/actress Brandy (Moesha, The Game) and blues legend, Otis Clay. The weekend will be filled with exciting vendors, concerts, and is a family-friendly event not to be missed!  For more information, schedule of events, and ticket purchasing options, go to AfricanFestivalChicago.com.

"The Man In The Silo" starring Ernie Hudson

5) Aspiring filmmakers, actors, and indie-film lovers don't miss the final weeks of the Black Harvest Film Festival at the Siskel Film Center. Catch cutting-edge films and chat one-on-one with actors and producers of some of the films.  For a schedule of events, showtimes, and to purchase tickets visit http://www.siskelfilmcenter.org/blackharvest2013.