Firecakes Unveils New Gluten-Free Donut

Firecakes Gluten-Free Donut

Firecakes Gluten-Free Donut

Flourless Valrhona Chocolate Cake Donut Now Available 

Firecakes
68 W. Hubbard Street
Chicago, Illinois 60654
312-329-6500
Firecakesdonuts.com
@FirecakesDonuts

Looking for a decadent, gluten-free treat? Look no further than Firecakes in River North. Chef Jonathan Fox now offers a gluten-free version of his popular Triple Valrhona Chocolate donut. The flourless Valrhona chocolate cake donuts, with chocolate icing and chocolate cocoa nibs, are now available for $2.67 each.

Pre-orders are available; please place orders by 3 p.m. for next day pick up or delivery (one dozen donut minimum). Firecakes Donuts is open Monday-Thursday, 7 a.m.-9 p.m.; Friday 7 a.m.-10 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m.-10 p.m.; and Sunday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

The Vintage Bazaar Season Opener 1.19.14

Vintage Bazaar -Credit: Glitter Guts

Vintage Bazaar -Credit: Glitter Guts

Where: Empty Bottle
1035 N. Western
Chicago, IL

When: Sunday, January 19 from 11am-5pm

The Vintage Bazaar (TVB) kicks off 2014 with an intimate vintage market featuring 11 vendors at the Empty Bottle (1035 N. Western) on Sunday, January 19 from 11am to 5pm. The tiny TVB also features tarot card readings by Laughing Eye Weeping Eye, funky ’70s crafting stations, and tunes by Chance Dances DJs Nina Ramone and Swaguerrilla! Plus, the Bottle will have many libations to whet your whistle. Vintage vendors include Dial M for Modern, Hi-Brow Modern, Lost Girls Vintage, and other fan favorites.

About The Vintage Bazaar

The Vintage Bazaar (TVB) is a curated vintage market featuring distinctive vintage furniture, home decor, clothing, and accessories. The first TVB took place February 27, 2010 at the DANK Haus in Lincoln Square. Since then we’ve had markets in vacant storefronts, warehouse spaces, concert halls, and outdoor spaces — including a pop-up inside of the wildly popular Renegade Craft Fair. More at http://www.thevintagebazaar.com.

Fun Winter Hotel Packages At Kimpton

Hotel Palomar

Hotel Palomar

1) Kimpton’s Hotel Palomar Chicago “PaloFit Package”

Don’t let your travel plans stand in your way of fulfilling your health and wellness resolutions in the New Year. With our PaloFit package we’ll make sure you’re stocked with healthy snacks and welcome you with our signature yoga mat program where you can find zen in the comfort of your room. Looking for more? We’ll also set you up with a complimentary class at Barre Bee Fit (http://www.barrebeefit.com/) and provide you with a pair of barre socks to keep. Choose from a variety of fun classes that blend ballet barre with cardiovascular conditioning and strength training. The Barre Bee Fit studio is conveniently located within walking distance from Hotel Palomar.

  • Rates starting at $159/night
  • Deluxe Accommodations
  • PaloFit Welcome Amenity including bottled water, fresh fruit , nuts and Larabars
  • In-room yoga, including a yoga mat and on-demand fitness programming
  • Complimentary Barre Bee Fit class*
  • Barre socks
  • Five day advance purchase required
  • Valid for stays January 1 – 31, 2014

*Must register prior to arrival to guarantee class day/time. An online promo code will be emailed to you once booking is complete.

 

2) Kimpton’s The Grand Hotel in Minneapolis Kick-Starts The New Year with New Kicks

It’s that time of year again when fitness goals are set and resolutions to workout are underway. As many people begin to tackle their New Year’s resolutions, that may also mean a new pair of running shoes for motivation. Instead of throwing away your old kicks or adding them to a growing pile in storage, why not drop your collection off at The Grand Hotel for our shoe drive!

 

The Grand Hotel will be collecting old running shoes – any size, color, style – at the front desk during the month of January which will be donated to Soles for Souls, a global not-for-profit institution dedicated to fighting the impact of poverty by providing shoes to those in need. In return, you will receive a 20% discount off your next booking at The Grand*. Local residents will also receive a free one-week membership to Life Time Minneapolis Athletic Club, a state of the art fitness center  located inside of The Grand Hotel**.

*Bookings will be subject to availability and valid for stays January – March 2014.

**Valid for non-members only.

 

3) Kimpton’s Hotel Burnham (Chicago, IL) “Whiskey Lover’s Package”

Are you a true whiskey lover?  Cozy up at the Burnham Hotel this winter and experience Chicago beyond downtown with this special package, including:

  • Tour for 2 at Koval Distillery (Chicago’s first distillery since the 1800s)
  • Koval Whiskey bottle upon arrival (200 mL)
  • One $25 American Express card to use toward transportation to Koval Distillery
  • Late checkout

Valid for stays any Thursday – Sunday night until January 31, 2014.  Package requires a minimum 5-day advance booking.

Sassy City Chicks 12.15

Sassy City Chicks

Sassy City Chicks

Featured complimentary spa and beauty services from top salons and medspas include, mini manicures, hair styling, massage and more! Try out the latest products from top beauty brands!

Sassy City Chicks

Sassy City Chicks

Grab your girlfriends for an evening of shopping, pampering and more at the Sassy City Chicks shopping event! Is there a better feeling than finding a great deal on something that you’ve always wanted or an item that’s on trend this season that no one else will have? Well, this is your chance to find amazing items in style like that pair of dangling earrings you’ve been searching for!

 

The event will feature top local designers and boutiques – all in one location with incredible discounts. Designers will be selling clothing, jewelry, accessories, cosmetics, and much more!
You work hard and deserve to come out and enjoy the chance to shop, sip and socialize! Bring your girlfriends, your sisters, your co-workers, your mothers, etc. They deserve it too!

Sedgwick’s New Years Eve 12.31

Sedgwick’s

Sedgwick’s

Sedgwick’s Bar and Grill
1935 N Sedgwick St.
Chicago, IL 60614
312-337-7900

Sedgwick’s is this year’s destination for groups of all sizes looking to welcome the New Year with an all-inclusive package including festive food and drinks. Party hosts can enjoy the celebration for free when they book groups of 20 or more people and for groups of 50 or more, the party host plus a guest are complimentary.

Beginning at 8:00 p.m., patrons can request their favorite concoctions as Sedgwick’s bartenders will be pouring microbrews, draft beer and call drinks all evening long. Champagne will be aplenty when the clock strikes twelve with a bubbly toast for each attendee.

As party-goers work up a feast, the dinner buffet will offer an endless spread of homemade dishes including Southwestern Chicken and Penne Pasta, Italian Beef and Pulled Pork Sandwiches, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Mac and Cheese, Wings, Pizzas, Jambalaya and so much more.
Guests can dance the night away as the DJ will be spinning favorite jams well into the morning hours of 2014.

Sedgwick’s New Years celebration is on New Year’s Eve, Tuesday, December 31 from 8:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. The cost is $50 per person (including tax) includes beverages, champagne toast and dinner buffet. To book a group of 20 people or more, call 312-337-7900 or email sedgwicks1@aol.com.