“No Frills” New Year’s Eve at Timothy O’Toole’s Pub 12.31

December 14, 2012January 8, 2013Leave a comment

Timothy O’Toole’s Pub

Timothy O’Toole’s Pub
622 North Fairbanks Court
Chicago, IL 60611
312.642.0700
TimothyOTooles.com

Monday, December 31
9 p.m. to 4 a.m. (opens at 11 a.m.)

Cost: $10

Forget crazy cover charges and over-the-top occasions this New Year’s Eve. Timothy O’Toole’s Pub, the subterranean spot in the heart of Streeterville, will offer a simply fun, “no frills” option. For a cover charge of only $10, party guests will receive either a split of champagne or the “champagne of beers,” a Miller High Life tall boy. Party favors and party tunes spun by a guest DJ will keep the festivities going ’til 4 a.m.

O’Toole’s full pub menu will be available. Table reservations are available by calling the restaurant.

Complimentary “Recovery Brunch” New Years Day At Hotel Allegro 1.1

December 7, 2012January 8, 2013Leave a comment

Hotel Allegro
171 West Randolph Street
Chicago, IL
www.hotelallegro.com

Hotel Allegro

Kimpton’s Hotel Allegro Chicago is giving guests one more reason to toast to 2013- a complimentary “Recovery Brunch” that awaits them in the Living Room Lobby on New Year’s Day!

From 9am to 12pm, Hotel Allegro will invite guests to relax and rejuvenate in their Lobby Living Room after an evening of New Year’s Eve festivities. The hotel’s complimentary “Recovery Brunch” spread will include cold pizza, a Bloody Mary bar complete with all the fixings and bottled water… the ultimate hangover cure!

Guests can recover away on New Year’s Day for standard room rates starting at just $199 per night. AND if you’re still scrambling for New Year’s Eve plans, the hotel’s adjacent restaurants (312 Chicago and Encore Liquid Lounge) will be offering special menu surprises for the holiday celebration. Hotel Allegro is centrally located in the Loop at 171 West Randolph Street. Please visit www.hotelallegro.com for more information.

*Please note this is available for guests of the hotel only.

Kimpton’s Hotel Palomar Chicago “Shopping with the Artist” 11.28

November 21, 2012November 29, 2012Leave a comment

Just in time for the holiday shopping season, Kimpton’s Hotel Palomar Chicago is hosting “Shopping with the Artist” – an art, apparel and accessories extravaganza on Wednesday, November 28, from 5:30-7:30pm! Free and open to the public, patrons can peruse artwork from locally-renowned artists (who will take up residence on Hotel Palomar’s 14^th,15^th & 16^th floors) while also sifting through one-of-a-kind jewelry, infinity scarves, handbags and customizable women’s blouses made by Chicago artisans. The Chicago Arts Partnership in Education (CAPE) will also exhibit student and teacher artwork for sale to benefit their organization.

*Please see the media alert for more details on featured retailers and the event. Complimentary wine and hors d’oeuvres will be provided by Sable Kitchen & Bar.

RSVP to Sarah Erker: Sarah.Erker@hotelpalomar.com or call 312-985-0736.

Pizzeria Serio Offers Black Friday $10 Pizza Deal 11.23

November 19, 2012December 7, 2012Leave a comment

Pizzeria Serio
1708 West Belmont Avenue
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 525-0600
www.pizzeriaserio.com

Pizzeria Serio will be offering its guests $10 pizzas all day on Friday. The restaurant is trying to help out people who are burnt out from cooking for Thanksgiving as well as those who have spent the day fighting crowds to do some early Christmas shopping.

Pizzeria Serio offers guests a break from your traditional “Chicago style” pizza, but rather provides a unique East coast style pizza that combines the large slices of New York style pizza with traditional Neaplitan style pies. Cooked in an 800 degree brick oven, Serio’s pizza are truly unlike anything else served in the city.

Note: For dine-in guests only. Not for take-out.

Sullivan’s Steakhouse Holiday 2012-2013..mmm

November 7, 2012Leave a comment

Sullivan’s Steakhouse is pulling out all the stops for the 2012/13 Holiday season! See below for a sampling of what Sullivan’s has to offer…

Side Dishes “To Go” on Thanksgiving Eve

Executive chef Jesus Garcia has graciously offered guests the opportunity to “carry out” their favorite Sullivan’s sides in preparation of Thanksgiving dinner. On Wednesday, November 21, guests can pickup side dishes such as Horseradish Mashed Potatoes,Creamed Corn, Brussels Sprouts, Sweet Potato Casserole, Mac & Cheese and Creamed Spinach. Each side is available in three sizes and advanced ordering is required – 312-527-3510.

Holiday-Inspired Recipes from Executive Chef Jesus Garcia

Please let me know if you’d like recipes and photos for some of Jesus’ favorite holiday dishes to make at home. They include aPumpkin Cheesecake with Gingersnap Crust, Bourbon Sweet Potato Casserole, Eggnot Pot au Crème, Chocolate Pretzel Bread Pudding and a delicious and festive Holiday Sparkler cocktail. These easy recipes are a surefire way to impress even the most discerning of guests for Thanksgiving or the December holidays.