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2008: RING IT IN! CHAMPAGNE WISHES GO GOURMET WELCOME TO MIAMI december 07 Chicago-Scene.com $1.95 AND MUCH MORE... ABSOLUT VODKA MULE ABSOLUT BLACK RUSSIAN 1 part ABSOLUT VODKA 1 dash Lime Juice Ginger Beer Lime Wedge Build over ice in a longdrink glass. Garnish with lime wedges. 2 parts ABSOLUT VODKA 1 part Coffee Liqueur Maraschino Berry Build over ice in an old-fashioned glass. Add a red cherry. MISTELTOE TONIC VODKA MARTINI 6 parts ABSOLUT VODKA 1 part Dry Vermouth Lemon Twist Olive Stir and strain to a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with lemon twist or olives. 3 parts ABSOLUT VODKA 1 part Lemon Juice 3 parts Grenadine Tonic Water Lemon Slice Build over ice cubes in a highball glass. Top up with tonic water. Garnish with lemon slice. contents 16 letter from the publisher 22 calendar of events 26 concerts & shows 34 cheat sheet: clip-and carry guide to hot spots 40 first on the scene: new hot spots 56 dining: go gourmet without going broke 70 entertainment: what to do this month 84 fashion: under paris skies 108 drinks: poppin’ bubbly 124 nightlife: rock into 2008 136 art: glass master 142 global: welcome to miami 154 hot list: must-have items 158 beauty: the skin you’re in 162 style: shimmer and shine 166 celebrations: home for the holidays 170 singles: holiday survival guide 174 fitness: winter workout rules 178 scene around town: mark duhon 182 restaurant listings 187 nightlife listings photo pages on: 82-83, 169, 191 december 2007 40 55 70 84 108 124 136 Cover: photographed by David Anthony; Stylist: Agga B. @ Artists by Timothy Priano; Hair and Makeup: Cyndi Adams @ Artists by Timothy Priano; Models: Lorie and Kristen @ Elite Chicago letter from the publisher Can you believe it’s December already? I hope your year was as good as ours here at SCENE. If you’re sticking matt, ted and jay at le passage around for the holidays we have some great ideas for you–including lots of New Year’s Eve options! Whether you’re looking for a place to ring in 2008, or to simply celebrate your single status on Christmas Eve–we’ve got you covered. Check out Entertainment on page 70 and Nightlife on page 124. The boys from Three Headed Productions are First on the Scene with the new Le Passage and The Drawing Room, a great addition to Rush Street. Jonathan Segal’s new P.J. Clarke’s in Lincoln Park is a real treat–namely, the second floor dining space. The guys at Akira just don’t know when to stop! Their newest locations include boutiques in Water Tower and Bucktown. Check out the details on page 40. Next month we bring you our big “Best Of” Issue! It’s the first time in 5 years and I think you will really enjoy it, along with a few other surprises, of course. Have a great New Year and I hope to see you at our New Year’s Eve party at the Drake Hotel! Enjoy the mag, Ted Widen 16 the team Publisher Ted Widen Associate Publisher Corey Sprindis Editor Kira Coplin Creative Director Scout Sales Hannah Kirchner Jon Landan Entertainment Editor Megan Baldwin Contributing Writers Barbie Adler Jennifer Berg Lauren Burns Robert Duffer Hope Gainer Rachel Gillman Debi Lilly Sharon Matz Stephanie Miller Traci Danielson Mitchell Cathryn Piccirillo Editorial Assistant Ashley Gerroll Fashion Photographer David Anthony Sr. Editorial Photographer Anthony Tahlier Photographers Matt Reeves Bucky Skeel Fides Distribution Manager Randy Vogt Associate Designer Jeremy Pettis Design Intern Hua Moua Published by Chicago Scene Inc. 233 E. Erie, Suite 603, Chicago IL, 60611 Phone: 312.587.3474 Fax: 312.587.7397 URL: Chicago-Scene.com ©2007 Chicago Scene Inc. All rights reserved. SCENE magazine accepts no responsibility for graphic artwork and photographs (digital, positive and/or negative) used in any advertisements within this publication or on the Chicago-Scene.com web site or within corresponding newsletter promotions. events december 2007 Tuesdays Fri, 12/7 Fridays, Saturdays Wed, 12/12, 9pm-1 am Industry Tuesdays Lumen 839 W. Fulton 312.733.2222 Lumen-chicago.com DJ Charlie Five & Donnie Blaze Goodbar 2512 N. Halsted Goodbar.com Tue, 12/4, 7 pm The Second City That Never Sleeps: Letters to Santa The Second City 1616 N. Wells 312.664.4032 Secondcity.com $10/Ticket Wed, 12/5, 5:30-10 pm Repeal Day Room 21 2110 S. Wabash 312.328.1198 $20/Person Fri, 12/7, 6-9 pm Meet AggaB Gamma Player 2035 W. Division 773.235.0755 Gammaplayer.com Stache Bash 2007 Subterranean 2011 W. North 614.946.6698 M4kchicago.org Karaoke For Cash Finn McCool’s 15 W. Division 312.337.4349 Finnmccoolschicago.com Sat, 12/15, 10 pm – 3 am Sunset Tan’s Olly Girls The Apartment 2251 N. Lincoln 773.348.5100 Going.com (RSVP) Fri, 12/14-Sun, 12/16 1 Year Anniversary Weekend Krem 1750 N. Clark 312.932.1750 Kremchicago.com Fri, 12/21 Homicide at 1045 Level 1045 N. Rush 312.397.1045 Mon, 12/24, 8 pm 14th Annual Retro Eve 2007 Enclave 213 W. Institute 312.654.0234 Retroeve.com $20-$30/Tickets Sun, 12/30, 8 pm-1 am 14th Annual Eve of the Eve Union Station 225 S. Canal Highsight.org Ticket price varies Mon, 12/31, 9 pm-2 am Chicago Scene’s 8th Annual New Year’s Eve Gala The Drake Hotel 140 E. Walton 312.787.2200 Chicago-Scene.com Ticket price varies Please submit your event listings online via our event database at Chicago-scene.com/addparty. htm at any time. Calendar listings must be received by the 10th of the month, prior to publication, to be considered for inclusion in Chicago SCENE. For Chicago’s best New Year’s Eve parties, check out the full listing on page 124. To get the inside scoop on Chicago’s hottest events e-mailed to you directly, sign up for the weekly Chicago SCENE newsletter at Chicago-Scene.com. See “Entertainment” on page 70 for more events. 22 2/#+ª).ª4(%ª.%7ª9%!2 0-!- 02%-)5-ª/0%.ª"!2 0!33%$ª(/23ª$ª/%562%3ªª$)..%2ª"5&&%4 #(!-0!'.%ª4/!34ª!4ª-)$.)'(4 2/#+ $* 4)#+%43ª 4)#+%43#/- 02)6!4%ª4!",%ª0!#+!'%3ª!6!),!",% #!,,ª2/#+)4ª"!2ªª'2),,ª$)2%#4,9ª ª7ª(5""!2$ª#()#!'/ª),ªsªWWWROCKITBARANDGRILLCOM shows december 2007 concerts Sun, 12/2 Mon, 12/3 Thu, 12/6 Thu, 12/6 Sat, 12/8 Tue, 12/11 Tue-Wed, 12/11-12 Sat, 12/15 Sun, 12/16 Wed, 12/19 Fri, 12/21 Fri, 12/21 Sat, 12/22 Wed, 12/26 Fri, 12/28 Sat-Sun, 12/29-30 Modest Mouse Kottonmouth Kings David Gray Michael McDonald The Redwalls Aimee Mann Lemonheads The Verve Pipe Ozzy Osbourne and Rob Zombie Gil Mantera’s Party Dream R. Kelly Office Hello Dave Rusted Root Lucky Boys Confusion Umphrey’s McGee Congress Theatre House of Blues Park West The Chicago Theatre Metro Vic Theatre Double Door Double Door Allstate Arena Empty Bottle United Center Metro House of Blues House of Blues Metro Aragon Ballroom threatre, dance and comedy Opens 12/7 Opens 12/12 Thru 12/14 Opens 12/19 Thru 12/23 Thru 12/23 Thru 12/23 Thru 12/28 Thru 12/30 Thru 12/30 26 How the Diva Stole Christmas 2 Good Boys and True Text and Time Marrying Terry The Phantom of the Opera Scrooge!, The Musical Tesla’s Letters 2“Uh-Oh”7: The Year in Revue It’s A Wonderful Life The Nutcracker Lakeshore Theater Steppenwolf Downstairs Theatre Fine Arts Building Victory Gardens Greenhouse Cadillac Palace Theatre Theatre at the Center TimeLine Theatre Donny’s Skybox Theatre American Theater Company Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt -ADEFROMHANDPICKED"AVARIANHOPSFORAN EXCEPTIONALTASTE4HENBREWEDLONGERSOIT´SNEVER FILLING7HYSETTLEFORONEWHENONEBEERHASITALL ©2007 Anheuser-Busch, Inc., Budweiser Select® Beer, St. Louis, MO 99 calories, 3.1g carbs, 0.7g protein and 0.0g fat, per 12 oz. SCENE MAGAZINE DECEMBER07 CHEATSHEET WHAT’S HOT AND NEW ON THE SCENE NIGHTLIFE B A R S & CLU BS GOLD COAST RIVER NORTH NORTH WEST CLIMAX ENCLAVE GROTTO ON STATE HC LE PASSAGE LEVEL LUXBAR STONE LOTUS WHISKEY BAR ZEBRA LOUNGE BB’S CABARET CRIMSON LOUNGE ENGLISH LUCKY STRIKE MANOR RINO ROCKIT BAR & GRILL SPY BAR UNDERGROUND THE APARTMENT CASEY MORAN’S CROBAR GRAND CENTRAL JOHN BARLEYCORN KREM LANDMARK MAD RIVER TA’ TOO THE CENTRAL BON V CANS EVILOLIVE LAVA LOUNGE LUMEN RELAX RED KIVA SALUD STANLEY’S KITCHEN UNION PARK BY DAY O F W E E K SUNDAY MONDAY HUNT CLUB KREM LEG ROOM STANLEY’S GREEN DOLPHIN MAD RIVER ROCKIT BAR & GRILL ROCKWELL LOUNGE TUESDAY LEVEL LUMEN MANOR MARTINI RANCH RESTAURANTS WEDNESDAY THURSDAY HUNT CLUB RINO Y BAR ENCLAVE MANOR LEVEL UNDERGROUND GOLD COAST RIVER NORTH NORTH WEST CARMINE’S GIBSONS GROTTO ON STATE HUGO’S FROG BAR LE COLONIAL LUX BAR MEXX TAVERN ON RUSH BIN 36 BRAZZAZ CARNIVALE GENE & GEORGETTI FLATWATER ROCKIT BAR & GRILL THE MELTING POT QUARTINO BOKA KAZE LANDMARK MIA FRANCESCA SANGRIA TANGO SUR TARANTINO’S TOPO GIGIO AVENUE M ADOBO GRILL BLUE FIN FRANCESCA’S FORNO GREEN ZEBRA MARCHÉ MEIJI 34 FOR LOCATION ADDRESSES AND PHONE NUMBE RS, CHECK OUR LISTI NGS ON PAGES 182-190 br:unch SERVEDEVERYDAY A meal typically eaten at LUXBAR in the morning as a combination of a late breakfast and an early lunch. Mon - Thu 11am - 3pm | Fri, Sat & Sun 8am - 3pm Brunch Buffet served upstairs from 9am - 3pm every Saturday & Sunday 18 E. Bellevue 312.642.6300 www.luxbar.com 40 and flavored with shaved parmesan and truf- article SCENE first on the sCENE fle. Designed by Hughes N’Cho-Allépot (who is behind an acclaimed, eponymous collection of furniture and accessories), the Drawing Room will make you feel as if you’re lounging in an exclusive, posh Manhattan hideaway. And with the new entrance directly off Rush, ‘getting in’ just got a whole lot easier. the drawing room Armitage Avenue shoppers have a new spot to grab a post-spending-spree meal. Old Chicago favorite, P.J. Clarke’s (1141 W. Armitage, 773.327.8000), opens up one of the coolest spots to hit Lincoln Park in a long time. The new location is the first two-story ten- our first look at what’s new, hip and happening ant in a new retail development called the Armitage Collection (eventually, the building will house shops filled with high-end clothing and home goods). The first floor space, an exact replica of the State Street location, almost makes patrons forget where they are. The second floor dining room is a gem–its old world charm will instantly transport diners back in time. Those familiar with the Gold Coast and Streeterville restaurants can le passage expect to find the same old P.J. Clarke’s perks at the new location. With an eclectic wine and beer selection, there’s no better place in the city to find the perfect single malt. The This winter, Gold Coasters finally get a glimpse of the totally revamped Le food menu offers a roster of comfort classics, including the Minnie Burgers ($12 for 6; Passage and The Drawing Room (937 N. Rush, 312.255.0022). The new $19 for 12), P.J.’s Famous Chicken Pot Pie ($12) and Mom’s Meatloaf Dinner ($14) topped space features the swanky discotheque that gave the original location its with mushroom gravy and sided with fluffy nightlife-destination status, but the Drawing Room (connected to the club) mashed potatoes. Paying homage to the offers an upscale taste of something completely new. Cashing in on the cou- restaurant’s Big Apple heritage (P.J. Clarke’s ture cocktail craze, the 55-seat lounge offers libations shaken up by master is modeled after a Manhattan bar), the mixologist Bridget Albert. Standouts on the list of culinary cocktails include the menu also offers Gorgonzola crusted New Gloom Lifter ($15), made with Jameson Irish Whiskey, Hennessy Privilege, fresh York Strip Steak ($29). As a new treat for P.J. lemon sour and fresh raspberries. The seductive Secret Cocktail ($16) contains devotees, the Armitage location introduces Plymouth Gin, Laird’s Applejack, pomegranate grenadine and fresh lemon European-style, slow-roasted meats while sour. Chef Shawn McClain’s menu of contemporary American small plates supporting local markets and farmers by features a Greek Salad ($12) topped with grilled baby octopus and goat’s focusing on the purchase of regional beef, milk feta cheese along with the Salumi and Fries ($10), sprinkled with sea salt produce and fish. }} p.j. clarke’s 41 FIRST ON THE SCENE c o n t i n u e d lockwood Osso bucco Serving everything from breakfast to dinner items cooked up by a chef who knows his chops, Lockwood Restaurant (17 E. Monroe, 312.726.7500) brings a fresh, culinary hotspot to the Loop. Tucked inside the grand dame of downtown hotels, the Palmer House Hilton, the restaurant is adorned with sophisticated trappings. Expect Tiffany candelabras, a white-and-olive color scheme, lockwood brownie stately columns and chairs swathed in mohair and leather. Lockwood’s kitchen is the domain of Chef Phillip Foss. Foss’s past cooking experience has spanned the globe in restaurants ranging from Jerusalem’s King David Hotel to New York’s Le Cirque and Chicago’s Bistro Margot. For Lockwood, Foss prepared a menu of French-and-Italian nuanced dishes. His Faux Gras, made of duck liver terrine, is brushed with pepper-infused caramel and served on a brioche. The Osso Bucco, served in ravioli and finished with Jerusalem artichoke purée, is another house signature. A dessert menu overseen by pastry chef Fabrice Francoise Bouet features an upscale twist on the classic brownie (Fun side note: The brownie was actually invented in Chicago 120 years ago). The grown-up dessert is paired with milk mousse and Shiraz chocolate ice cream. }} 42 first on the scene c o n t i n u e d from the Mango-Seared Scallop ($7), to Malaysian Roti Canai ($4), a dish of handmade naan served with yellow chicken curry. A sushi menu features the house-signa- Spruced up with butter- ture Thalia Maki ($14), stuffed with shrimp tempura, avocado, salmon and tuna while cup-hued walls, marble the noodles selection ranges from Basil Noodles ($7) to River Boat Noodles ($8), served countertops and ban- in a “special soup” and inspired by cooking methods used in the Bangkok River Canal. quettes covered in cheer- The restaurant’s nature-inspired décor includes sconces shaped like tree branches and ful plaid fabric, Old mirrors wrapped with vines. Even the restaurant’s name has resonances of the great Town Brasserie (1209 outdoors: Thalia is the Thai word for “ocean.” N. Wells, 312.943.3000) brings a bit of sunny- Named after the most posh zip code in day-in-Paris to the streets Ireland, D4 Irish Pub and Café (345 E. of Old Town. With pre- Ohio–entrance on Grand, 312.624.8385) vious establishments Tou- channels one of Dublin’s elegant Geor- louse and Yvette, Owner gian town homes with brass chande- Bob Djahanguiri made a name for himself on Chicago’s cabaret scene. His latest ven- liers, roaring fireplaces, an oak bar ture will carry on the musical tradition with nightly acts, including Colette and Nan and leather furniture. Owned by part- Mason. A menu of light French fare, created by Chef Roland Liccioni (Les Nomades ners Brendan McNeill and Debbie Zale- and Carlos’) features Veal Hanger Steak ($27), accented with French feta cheese and siak (the duo behind Lizzie McNeill’s Irish pistachio-brown butter caper sauce; Roasted Duck Breast ($22), served with apple- Pub), the Streeterville hangout features a wood-smoked bacon and thyme-infused Beluga lentils; and Slow Poached Salmon ($21) menu of Irish-inflected fare. Choose from topped with egg-less Bernaise sauce. Irish Smoked Salmon, 14 oz. Bone-in Pork old town brasserie d4 irish pub and café Chop with apple chutney and hard cider We thought we’d seen every gravy, or the Warm Brie and Apples variation during last year’s Kettle, made with Brie, amaretto-in- small plate craze until Thalia fused apples and crostini. If you’re crav- Spice (833 W. Chicago, ing something a bit more down-home, 312.226.6020) splashed onto go for a Chicago-Style Pizza, which the West Town scene. The can be dolled up with the standard array of pizza toppings (think pepperoni, Italian restaurant’s menu of Asian sausage, peppers and onions). D4 also features beer from around the world and a Fusion cuisine is served in vast whiskey selection. Get a dose of Irish culture by checking out the rare, in-house small, sharable portions, and dishes 44 include everything thalia spice copy of The Book of Kells–an illuminated manuscript produced by Irish monks in the Middle Ages. }} 45 FIRST ON THE SCENE c o n t i n u e d With alfresco season an unsettling number of months away, Chaise Lounge (1840 W. North, 773.342.1840) has picked the perfect time to unveil a heated rooftop boasting a South Beach vibe. Replete with white leather couches, lush palm trees, chaise lounge a full bar and its own DJ booth, the rooftop patio is a perfect place to host a beat-the-winter-blues fiesta. At handcrafted wood tables, guests tuck into plates prepared by Isaac Holzwarth, formerly the executive chef at RL. Along with Chaise Lounge menu staples like the Frisee and Poached Egg Salad and Ruby Trout, newly-added seasonal dishes include small plates of Catfish Fritters fried in hush puppy batter and served with aioli dip, and Baked Cheese in a puff pastry with peppercorn Gouda, dates and honey. Entrée-size plates include Baked Acorn Squash prepared with honey-sage couscous and Pan-Seared Flounder, served with potato pancakes and dill rémoulade. stretch run sporting club and grille Located just a hop and a skip from Rock n’ Roll McDonalds, Stretch Run Sporting Club and Grille (544 N. LaSalle, 312.664.4477) is River North’s latest place to knock back a round of beers, enjoy some quality American fare and take in the game. Featuring a whopping 217 flat-screen TVs ranging in size from 32-inches 46 first on the scene c o n t i n u e d W. North, 773.342.8684) to pick up cool kicks from Ice Cream, Creative Recreations, Schmoove and PF Flyers. For more info, check out Akirachicago.com. to 10-feet, the hopping bar never misses anything that’s going on in the sports world. Chances are you’ll be able to catch any game that piques your interest, no matter One of only four Me&Ro (61 E. Oak, 312.957.8181) which team you root for. Owned by Bill Marovitz and Bob and Bud Cataldo (the tri- stores in the US, the spanking-new Gold Coast retailer umvirate behind Hostmark Hospitality), the bi-level venue devotes its first floor to sea- offers one-of-a-kind wares from the celebrity-adored sonal sports. On the second level, guests take in horse racing and test their luck with jewelry line. Me&Ro CEO Robin Renzi couldn’t be hap- live race wagering. A marble entryway, old-fashioned bar stools and walls paneled in pier with her jewelry’s new home. Renzi has said: “The rich wood lend a cozy ambiance to the lively new spot. A menu cooked up by Execu- first store we sold 15-years-ago was on Oak Street…It tive Chef Gabriel Ortega features classic comfort fare, including Chicken Pot Pie, Barbeque Ribs and House-Cut French Fries. Behind the bar, signature cocktails are stirred me&ro is a beautiful block that…in recent years, has become a destination for high-end luxury jewelry retailers.” up. Look for the Bluegrass Martini, loaded with Maker’s Mark bourbon, pomegranate Amidst walls made of Venetian red glass and an indoor pond, shoppers will find the juice and brandied cherries. stackable rings, amulets and hammered bangles that have given the brand its name. The jewelry sparkles with stones ranging from precious to semi-precious; and designs Akira Chicago’s hippest local clothing retailer just got a are set aglitter with everything from brown diamonds to Tibetan coral and turquoise. little hotter with the opening of three new AKIRA boutiques. The store, whose trendy threads have If giving your digs a makeover is one of your New Year’s resolutions, have no fear! attracted celebrity shoppers like Pete Wentz and One of the coolest–not to mention moderately priced–furniture stores, Arhaus (1980 Ashlee Simpson, adds Water Tower Place (845 N. Clybourn, 773.248.3071), has landed in Lincoln Park just in time. Forget buying N. Michigan) and two new Bucktown addresses mass-produced furniture from wholesalers–Arhaus’ in- to their list of locations. Fashions for men and house design team offers unique pieces inspired by women by designers like Vera Wang, Scotch and nature, classic antiques and cultures around the world. Soda and Badgley Mischka, will be available at From accent tables, upholstery and dining room tables the newest downtown outpost. But the Bucktown to lighting and accessories like candles and vases–Ar- clothing shop (1910 W. North, 773.384.4465) is haus has everything you need to give your living space devoted exclusively to the stylish dude. Carry- a much-needed facelift. And, you can feel good about ing everything from work basics to around-town doing so because the retailer is committed to conser- gear from designers like Ben Sherman, Just Cavalli, Hugo Boss, Morphine Generation vation. This means that Arhaus strives to renew and re- and Shades of Gray, the new, two-story spot is the ultimate shopping destination for use materials when appropriate and have never used men. To top it all off, stop into Akira’s new men’s shoe store just down the street (1922 wood from the world’s endangered rain forests. Most floor models can be delivered in about one week. For you are here ▼ cheat sheet 34 first on the scene 48 arhaus dining 56 entertainment 70 more information, check out Arhaus.com. scene 49 56 56 Do you have champagne tastes and a beer budget? Are you craving the elegance of Everest, but stuck with the wallet-friendly Wiener Circle? While the cost of dining out articleSCENE SCENE dining in Chicago can run into the triple digits, we scouted the restaurant scene to find gourmet meals without the extravagant prices. Check out these palate pleasing options that won’t break the bank… A simple way to save money without sacrificing taste is BYOB restaurants. One of the best is HB Home Bistro (3404 N. Halsted, 773.661.0299) run by Executive Chef Joncarl Lachman, whose global travels across Europe, Asia and Australia inspire his eclectic menu. This charming neighborhood spot serves contemporary American fare with an emphasis on local produce, meats and cheeses. If you’re looking for a satisfying meal without a hefty bill, Chef Lachman recommends two diners sharing the following dishes: Artichoke and Edamame Fritters with roasted garlic aioli ($8), Pan roasted Tilapia over “lemony” flageolet beans with pistachio, roasted tomato, raisins and parsley ($17), Bowtie Pasta with Chorizo Putanesca, made with farfalle tossed in a tomato sauce with fresh oregano, capers, Kalamata olives, anchovy and chorizo ($16) followed by a delectable HB Cupcake Flight with date, four spice, Devil’s Food and Mandarin orange ($9). Don’t forget to bring your own bottle of wine and send your compliments to the chef! Another way to enjoy delicious savings is a prix le lan Pan-Asian Cuisine fixe meal, a French term which literally translates to “fixed price.” Le Lan (749 N. Clark, HB Home Bistro rant in River North, offers this special for the pre-theater crowd. If you don’t mind dining early (between 5 and 6 pm, Monday through Photos: Anthony Tahlier Gourmet meals, budgetrachel prices gillman 312.280.9100), an upscale French-Asian restau- Friday), you can sample a three-course meal of soup or salad, an entrée and dessert for only $38 per person. The cuisine–prepared under Executive Chef Bill Kim–incorporates classic French techniques with Pan-Asian offerings, an 57 Dining c o n t i n u e d enticing fusion. For prix fixe diners, Chef Kim recommends trying these tempting dishes: Wild Mushroom & Chicken Dumplings with vermicelli noodles, hen of the wood mushrooms and parmesan cheese, Young Thai Coconut Soup with olive oil poached shrimp, galangal root, lemongrass and bean sprouts, “Sizzling” Short Ribs with wok-seared scallions, portobello mushrooms and brown sticky rice, or Banana Leaf-Wrapped Blue Nose Grouper with red Thai curry, kaffir lime & fingerling potatoes. For dessert, he suggests indulging in the Vietnamese Coffee Cake with Chinese five spice, chocolate mousse and caramelized hazelnuts. The prix fixe options are all delightfully rich, without the matching price tag. MEXX Kitchen (1015 N. Rush, 312.475.0300)–a new joint venture between nightlife king Rande Gerber of The Whiskey bars and renowned Chef Richard Sandoval–offers an enticing combination of contemporary Mexican fare, an extensive tequila collection and a swanky setting. With years of restaurant experience and international acclaim, Chef Sandoval is regarded as the “father of modern Mexican cuisine” for his interpretations of traditional Latin dishes. While MEXX Kitchen does serve expen- 58 mexx kitchen seared tuna tostadas ©2007 Import Brands Alliance, Importers of Tiger® Lager Beer, St. Louis, MO Grilled Rack of Australian Lamb with Chinese-mustard soy glaze, organic tomatoes, dining c o n t i n u e d goat cheese and whipped potatoes, and a Trio of Brulee. Chef Paul Wildermuth also sive entrées (well worth the cost), they also offer suggests trying the Mongolian Sticky Ribs with sticky sweet Guilen sauce, followed by affordable and equally flavorful dishes. Here are the Beef & Broccoli, with grilled filet mignon, Chinese broccoli, shitake mushrooms and Chef Sandoval’s menu suggestions for two diners black peppercorn sauce. End with The Tao of Chocolate, a delicious assortment of bit- to share and enjoy…Begin with the Queso Fundido tersweet-flourless chocolate cake, milk chocolate mousse, cherry chocolate ice cream ($7), a three cheese meltdown served with flour tor- and cherry marmalade. tillas and chile morita salsa or the Guacamole ($8), an addictive blend of tomato, cilantro, onion and Zocalo (358 W. Ontario, 312.302.9977) chile serrano. Or try the Acapulco Style Ceviche ($9) beckons with South of the border cuisine with diced mahi mahi marinated in citrus-tomato and potent margaritas, but their weekly din- sauce with cilantro and chile serrano, and Seared ing deal is even more appealing. If you have Tuna Tostadas ($9) with three-chile crusted tuna over a craving for Mexican food with a gourmet a crispy tortilla with cucumber, mango, cilantro and chile toreado aioli. Next, taste the twist, head to Zocalo on Sundays or Tues- variety of taco dishes, including: Tacos Chicken Pibil ($9) with achiote marinated chicken days for their $25 prix fixe dinner between and pickled onion, Tacos Pork Chilorio ($9) with Mexican style pulled pork topped with 5 and 7 pm. Diners can select any appetizer, crema fresca, or Tacos Beef Alambre ($10), with grilled steak, chile poblano rajas and entrée or dessert…a difficult decision with so melted cheese. To top it off, the delectable dessert worth every penny is Chocoflan ($7), many tempting dishes. If you want the advice a dark chocolate cake and caramel flan. of the expert himself, Chef Dudley Nieto rec- If the word “opera” brings to mind expensive enter- crab cakes seasoned with jalapeno and gar- mexx kitchen ommends starting with Tortitas de Jaiba, blue lic and served with a spicy roasted red jalap- tainment, think again. South Loop hot spot Opera zocalo trio de guacamole (1301 S. Wabash, 312.461.0161) engages diners eno tartar sauce and garnished with water- with both a visual spectacle and inventive menu. cress and avocado, followed by the Lomo a While the colorful artwork and wonderland interior la Yucateca, a grilled ribeye marinated with an ancho chile-annato rub and accom- set the stage, the food steals the spotlight. On Sun- panied by yucca, whole black beans and xnicpec (Yucatan pico de gallo). For des- days and Tuesdays, Opera offers a three course sert, the Chef suggests the delectable Pastel de Chocolate, a flourless chocolate cake prix fixe dinner for only $29, including an appe- served over a hibiscus-tequila sauce with toasted pumpkin seeds and complemented tizer or salad, entrée and dessert. This scrumptious by a bunuelo and chocolate ice cream. Last but not least, don’t forget to order the Trio special lets diners create their ideal meal combina- de Guacamole ($10), a flight of signature guacamoles including traditional, rojo (spicy) and fruta (includes papaya and mango). This appetizer alone will please your palate tion, such as the Crisp Maine Lobster Springroll with pineapple-mango lime salad and mango sauce, 60 opera and pairs perfectly with a classic Zocalo Margarita ($8). }} 61 dining c o n t i n u e d While the new La Pomme Rouge la pomme rouge (108 W. Kinzie, 312.245.9555) evokes opulence with oil paintings, period furniture and elegant antiques, the upscale menu isn’t only for the upper crust. Indulgent dishes for the costconscious include the Traditional Charcuterie ($14), a selection of cured and dried meats, sausage, pâté, grain mustard-vinaigrette potato salad, cornichons and petit baguette; Hawaiian Ceviche ($13), with Pacific Ono, white mushrooms, beauty heart radish, shaved raw fennel and sesame crack- BOLD, NEW CUISINE FROM AWARD-WINNING CHEF RICHARD SANDOVAL. LEGENDARY NIGHTLIFE FROM RANDE GERBER. OVER 100 OF THE FINEST TEQUILAS. ers; and the Amish Chicken ($12), with roasted chicken breast, braised thigh, foie-shallot tortellini, salad of watercress, apricots and toasted pine nuts. End your rich meal on a sweet note la pomme rouge amish chicken with the Gianduja Cremeux ($11), with roasted hazelnut chocolate, feuilletine and caramelized banana. Or, if you prefer a liquid dessert, sip one of the intoxicating concoctions on the mar- THE SUTTON PLACE HOTEL 1015 NORTH RUSH STREET CHICAGO, IL 60611 tini menu, such as the Au Chocolat ($12) with Van Gogh Dutch Chocolate Vodka shaken with Godiva white RESERVATIONS: (312) 475-0300 / OPENTABLE.COM chocolate liqueur and Frangelico, topped with chocolate shavings. Cheers! }} 62 la pomme rouge A GERBER GROUP PROPERTY / GERBERBARS.COM dining c o n t i n u e d Ai Japanese Restaurant & Lounge (358 W. Ontario, 312.335.9888) is the latest offering from the owners of Ringo and Tsuki, boasting an equally impressive menu and sleek new setting. It’s also the perfect place to share sushi with a special someone…the word “Ai” translates “to love” in Japanese. While maki prices run the gamut, you can dine for less by ordering a few exotic ai japanese restaurant rolls along with the traditional favorites. A few of Ai’s signature sushi rolls include the savory Madai Ceviche ($17), an avocado and cucumber maki topped with madai, ceviche sauce, cilantro and togarashi, Spicy Hotate ($17), a spicy shrimp, avocado and cucumber maki topped with slices of scallop, cucumber and spicy nori paste, and the sweet Tropical Mango ($17), a tuna and mango maki topped with slices of avocado and traditional koshyu grape sauce. Less expensive options include the Rainbow Roll ($7), a California maki topped with assorted seafood and The Spider Roll ($7), fried soft shell crab, cucumber, avocado and scallion topped with tuna flakes. For an aperitif, head to their newly opened back lounge, a sultry space for cocktails and late-night ai japanese restaurant dining. scene you are here ▼ first on the scene 40 dining 64 entertainment 70 fashion 84 Photo by: Stanley entertainment article SCENE SCENE 70 It is said that it is better to give than to receive. In that spirit, the Catholic Charities Children’s Pro- grams present the 18th Annual Spirit of St. Nicholas Ball on Friday, December 7. Inspired by the patron saint of Christmas, the black tie evening is a celebration of generosity and giving to raise money for the more than 60,000 children who key choices in chicago happenings Megan Baldwin chance of a lifetime gala spirit of st. nicholas ball receive assistance from Catholic Charities each year. The programs, ranging from teen parenting centers and maternity services, to counseling and gang-intervention, exemplify the Charities’ mission to provide hope and help. In celebration of this important work, the Ball invites guest to the Chicago Hilton (720 S. Michigan, 312.922.4400) for a reception beginning at 6:30 pm, followed by a five-course dinner and dancing to the Gentleman of Leisure Band. Ticket prices start at $400 per person. For more information visit Catholiccharities.net. Get ready to rock and roll because on Saturday, December 8 from 5:30- Sugar Plum fairies, pink tulle and wooden toy soldiers can undoubtedly mean one 11:30 pm the legendary Steve Miller Band joins forces with the Illi- thing: On Wednesday December 12, Chicago’s most beloved holiday tra- nois Chapter of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation to bring dition returns to the you the The 28th annual Chance of a Lifetime Gala at the McCor- Auditorium Theatre of mick Place Lakeside Ballroom and Arie Crown Theater (2301 S. Lake Roosevelt University (50 Shore). The largest fundraising event of its kind in Chicago raises much-needed E. Congress, 312.922.2110). funds for diabetes research. Over 2,500 people are expected to attend the Since first appearing in star-studded occasion outfitted with live entertainment, spectacular dining as 1996, the Joffrey Bal- well as live and silent auctions (items range from travel packages to children’s let’s annual performance items). As the organization strives to accelerate the transformation of research of The Nutcracker has into treatments and interventions for those with Type 1 diabetes, funding is become a classic, touching more critical than ever. So join the cause, and have fun while doing it! Tickets the child in each of us as are $375 and tables range from $3,500-$15,000. To purchase tickets, supporters can log onto Jdrfillinois.org, or call 312.670.0313. it comes alive with familiar joffrey ballet the nutcracker characters including Clara, 71 entertainment c o n t i n u e d her mischievous brother, Fritz, the Sugar Plum Fairy and of course the evil Mouse King. This December, get into the holiday spirit as the storied Joffrey Ballet Company takes the stage augmented by local children’s choruses and more than 120 young dancers, ages 9-14. Featuring Tchaikovsky’s unforgettable music, enchanting dancing and John David Ridge’s lavish costumes, the show, running through December 23, promises to be a sugarplum delight. For more information visit Joffrey.com. Five YEAR’S ago in the basement of a small bar, a group of friends made a decision to throw a surprise party for a pal who had been diagnosed with cancer. Their friend’s only wish, while struggling for her life, was to provide enough toys to make an impact on the many Chicago children less fortunate. Proof that wishes really do come true? Santa’s Helpers will be stopping kandy kane ball in Chicago early this year to hang some mistletoe and host a kickin’ holiday bash that will benefit Chicago children’s charities! Join them at Joe’s Bar (940 W. Weed) for the Fifth Annual Kandy Kane Ball on Thursday, December 15 from 9 pm to midnight. Once again, Joe’s will be transformed into a winter wonderland complete with entertainment, open bar and appetizers. Tickets cost $20 with a toy donation (no toys with batteries). Kids hats, jackets and gloves are also needed. All donations will be distributed to Chicago children’s charities. To order tickets, check out Joesbar.com, or Ticketmaster.com. And remember, proper holiday attire is required! For more information, log on Chicagotoydrive.com. }} 72 entertainment c o n t i n u e d We all know New Year’s Eve can be a lesson As Erasmus noted, if we give ing the right event and selecting the proper light and share light, we can champagne. But, on Sunday, December watch the darkness disappear. 30, there is only one choice for partygo- During this season of lights, the ers: The14th annual Eve of the Eve. Bring- Tree House Animal Foun- ing out the city’s hip and urban elite to sup- dation invites you to light a port a worthy cause, the party gets underway candle at their 8th Annual at the historic Santa Fe Building (224 S. Mich- Lights of Love Open House igan) at 7 pm. In the two-floored lobby, 500 on Saturday, December 15. VIP guests will enjoy live music, an open bar, a light dinner and a silent auction. The Beginning at 3 pm the no- excitement rolls on at the second and larger Eve of the Eve party at Union Station (210 kill shelter (located at 1212 W. S. Canal, 312.655.2385), with complimentary shuttle service whisking guests from the Carmen) will open its doors for a lighting ceremony, during which individuals will be first party to the larger event at the Great Hall. Things will be in full swing as more able to honor or remember a beloved animal companion or person by lighting a can- than 2,000 guests mingle, sip cocktails and nosh on hors d’oeuvres from 8 pm until 1 dle in their honor. In addition to the touching ceremony, the event will feature delicious am. General admission tickets start at $125 per person and go to benefit the High- vegetarian food, live music by Tangleweed, guided shelter tours, presentations by vet- Sight Foundation’s scholarship fund. Each year HighSight provides scholarships, tutor- erinarians, consultations with an animal communicator and a silent auction full of fab- ing, mentoring, and leadership development programs for the students who normally ulous prizes. All proceeds will benefit the Tree House Animal Foundation, which is the wouldn’t have the chance to attend a top tier high school in Chicago. For more infor- largest, cageless shelter for sick, injured and neglected cats in the Chicagoland area. mation or to purchase tickets, visit Highsight.org. in decision making; finding an outfit, choos- eve of the eve For more information, visit Treehouseanimals.org. With fashion week a distant memory, and months before the models return to the run- retro eve ‘Tis the season to be unattached–especially this Christmas Eve! On Monday, December 24 way, what is a fashion addict to do? On Sunday, December 16 at the Galleria over 2,000 Chicagoans will come out for Marchetti (825 W. Erie, 312.563.0495) get your fashion fix when local and stu- The 14th Annual Retro Eve at Enclave (220 dent designers from around Chicago present Fashion for the Arts. The show W. Chicago, 312.560.4422). Retro Eve is Chi- to benefit Chicago Arts Partnership offers the opportunity for young, up-and-coming cago’s biggest single’s party of the year! And designers to show their work ffor a good cause–bringing art to Chicago public schools. because it is the longest running and larg- Before the show begins at 7 pm, guests will be able to browse vendor booths as well est Christmas Eve party in the city–partygoers as enjoy food and drink. General admission tickets, including a seat and gift bag, are know they can always count on a good time. $20 and can be purchased at the event. For more information about the Chicago Arts From 8-10 pm, drinks are on hosts Jon Landan, Partnership and their mission to advance the arts, visit Capeweb.org. Woody Levin, James Feeley and SCENE’s Ted 74 75 entertainment c o n t i n u e d Widen. DJ Jumpin’ James spins all of your favorite music and there will be a special surprise guest! Retro Eve is the perfect occasion to mingle with old friends and make some new ones. Pre-sale tickets cost $20 and VIP tickets cost $30, to purchase yours check out Wantickets.com. For more information about Retro Eve 2007, visit Retroeve.com. There are only a few Scene new Year’s eve party times a year when SCENE does what it does best and throws a party (and, for all those who have attended our past events, you know exactly what we mean). This December 31 is no different as we once again present the hottest party in the city, the 8th Annual Chicago SCENE New Year’s Eve Gala. Leave it to us to invite over 2,300 members of the city’s tastemakers to the historic Drake Hotel (140 E. Walton, 312.787.2200) to usher in 2008 in true Chicago style. Why does this party sell out every year? It could be the gourmet hors d’oeuvres and premium open bar that begins serving at 9 pm. Or perhaps the four ballrooms, each providing plenty of entertainment to keep the party going until 2 am. At midnight balloons drop, so grab a few glasses of champagne, find someone to kiss and start 2008 by making a SCENE! For hotel and party package options visit Thedrakehotel.com. Tickets are sure to sell out fast. 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Milwaukee, 773.489.5576; The Silver Room , 1442 N. Milwaukee, 773.278.7130. 108 At Le Pomme Rouge (108 W. Kinzie, 312.245.9555) you’ll find one of drink report the finest and well-crafted champagne lists in the city. The sophisticated, posh Parisian lounge offers one of the most exciting, exhilarating and, of course, expensive bottles in the city. The 1995 Krug Clos de Mesnil ($1,500) is the one exception to the Krug rule of blending as it’s the product not of a single grape variety or a single year, but of a historic vineyard. With flavors indicative of honey and biscuits, 1996 pol roger sir winston churchill the Clos de Mesnil is composed of 100% chardonnay grapes yielding from ‘tis the season to be bubbly stephanie miller a single vineyard. The 1996 Pol Roger Sir Winston Churchill was created to honor its namesake and biggest fan. A product of the Grand Cru vineyards, so rare is this blend that its exact varietal composition hasn’t been released, but it contains the flavor profiles he enjoyed most–robust, mature and long-lived. Sexy, subtle and sublime, champagne has the power to elevate your mood, Instead of reaching for a plate of strawberries to bring out the heighten your senses and place you in a temporary state of bliss. A little dra- grape’s natural flavor, opt for caviar. Connoisseurs will say matic, maybe, but champagne is one of the most treasured and revered spirits that the only sensible caviar pairing, other than chilled vodka around. With a historic past and an exciting future, the champagne industry is champagne. Therefore, places like Le Pomme Rouge and is booming. Powerhouse brands like Dom Pérignon, Veuve Clicquot and Piper NoMi at the Park Hyatt offer this super-luxe pairing. If you’re Heisdieck are seeking ways to reinvent themselves and judging from their going to splurge on a bottle of champagne, go bankrupt in recent collaborations with Marc Newson, Pucci and Victor & Rolf, it’s clear that style and order Iranian Osetra or Sevruga caviars to pair champagne is this seasons “it” girl. with your 1999 Perrier Jouet La Fleur Blanc de Blancs ($100) at Le Pomme Rouge. Crisp, refreshing and palate There’s no better time than the holidays and New Year’s Eve to celebrate with champagne. Lucky for you, we’ve found some of the best places in the city to sample the latest and greatest sparkling spirits. cleansing, La Fleur Blanc de Blanc has a distinctive juicy, Perrier Jouet La Fleur citrus acidity that complements the rich flavors of caviar. }} 109 drinks c o n t i n u e d nomi á la royale service To celebrate the arrival of the 1999 Vintage Dom Péri- gnon, NoMi (800 N. Michigan, 312.239.4030) has introduced a new way to enjoy the caviar and champagne pairing–á la royale ($69 per guest). Desietra Baeri caviar is served on the back of the hand, a technique proven to be the most pure method for tasting. The caviar is placed with a mother-of-pearl spoon in the small triangular depression between the thumb and index fingers, while you enjoy a flute of the complex ’99 Vintage. And if the unique Dom and caviar offering at NoMi isn’t enough, Jbar (610 N. Rush, 312. 660.7200) is offering $99 off the 1999 Vintage Dom Pérignon. Usually $325 a bottle and $60 a glass, the vintage is a product of an unexpected 1999 harvest. The high temperatures and dry period grew grapes that were capable of creating a powerful and well-rounded sparkling wine. Celebrate the New Year early and head to the James Hotel’s swanky lounge to sip on this nicely discounted bubbly. To continue the celebration of vintage champagnes hitting the scene, sample a bottle of the 2000 Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage ($65), which is the sixty-seventh since the launch of the first Vintage Champagne in 1842. Produced with grapes from one of the most prestigious estates in the champagne region, its flavors are the result of the finest grapes from the year’s single harvest. One can’t go wrong with Moët & Chandon 110 drinks c o n t i n u e d the Gaston brut with the scallops or try a glass of Jean Lallement Brut ($22) White Star ($45). Its smooth, buttery with the sturgeon. Sure, Muser likes texture is well-received by the most supporting the little guy, but even the jaded palates, so bask in a 14-year most skeptic sommelier has to admit, tradition at The Redhead Piano Bar sometimes only the best will do. When (16 W. Ontario, 312.640.1000) and faced with one of these moments, order their champagne treatment: spare no expense and order a glass White Star served with a whipped of Krug Grande Cuvée Brut ($55) at cream-filled martini glass and a side the Shanghai Terrace (312.573.6744). of strawberries. With flavors of toast, brioche, popcorn and crème brulee, Krug has made its While some venues are loyal to the power redhead piano bar mark by being the biggest, fattest and sexiest champagne on the planet. players, others devote a majority of their champagne lists to smaller, but no less If sipping Krug isn’t enough and extrav- superior houses. At the Peninsula (108 E. agant table service is what you desire, Superior, 312.573.6766) master sommelier Stone Lotus (873 N. Orleans, 312. Michael Muser opts for houses like Pierre 440.9680) offers the über-expensive, Gimonnet 1er Cru Brut Blanc de Blanc über-exclusive, 1976 Dom Pérignon and Pascal Doquet 1er Cru Brut Rosé. Onotheque for $2,200 a bottle. In lim- By encouraging his guests not to judge a ited production and aged 30-years, sip bottle by its label, he is capable of turn- in style with their signature champagne ing a Krug lover into a Paul Bara devotee. bottle service. Paired with house made What is Paul Bara? Muser has just made syrups prepared by the executive chef, his point. each bottle comes with lemon thyme Pascal Doquet 1er Cru Brut Rosé syrup, strawberry rhubarb syrup and a licorice sugar which is used to rim the chamAt Avenues (108 E. Superior, 312.573.6754) pagne flute. If you’d rather sip on a fruit-infused drink, try one of their inventive cham- choose a bottle of Pierre Gimonnet 1er pagne cocktails. The Midnight Rhuby ($12) is mixed with strawberry rhubarb purée, a Brut ($89) or the 1997 Vintage Gaston hint of saffron and topped with Cava Spanish sparkling wine. The Pear Ginger ($19) Chiquet Brut ($126), both small production is served in a ginger sugar rimmed flute and crafted with a blend of Veuve Cliquot Yel- houses that produce excellent varietals. Pair low Label, pear liqueur and fresh ginger. }} 112 113 drinks c o n t i n u e d Fruit is a natural complement to champagne, so it’s fitting that at Krem (1750 N. Clark, 312.932.1750), all bottles come with fresh fruit purées and a sweet plate from their in-house pastry chef. Their champagne cocktails will set you back a pretty penny, but boy are they good. The One Nighter ($15) meshes Stoli Blueberi, fresh kiwi, sour mix and a topper of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label, and the Peep Show ($12) starts with Hennessy VSOP, white peach and ginger purées and ends with a splash of Moët White Star. The most opulent and expensive drink on the menu? The Heiress ($100), which combines fresh mint, a sugar cube, Frambois and krem one nighter is topped with Krug Grand Cuvee before being served with a homemade raspberry truffle. The aptly named Pops for Champagne (601 N. State, 312. 266.7677) has long been considered Chicago’s preeminent source for all things bubbly, so it’s no wonder that they have some of this season’s yummiest champagne cocktails. Whether it’s Gosset Grand Rose, Piper Heisdieck or Nicolas Feuillatte, these can be served with the champagne of your choice. The Classic ($9) uses angostura bitters and a sugar cube to enhance the sparkling wine, while the Framboise ($9) employs sweet Jean-Luc Pasquet Marie-Framboise and orange bitters to enliven the libation. And the Black 75 ($11) which blends Effen Black Cherry, lemon juice, simple syrup and Champagne, proves that vodka and champagne truly are a match made in heaven. Grand Marnier and François Peyrot Mure au Cognac are added to a cranberry sparkling wine to create the Celestial Fizz ($11). The La Normande ($10) uses fresh basil and Clear Creek pear liqueur to complement the champagne while Martini & Rossi Prosecco plus Hendricks Gin, cucumber and fresh basil equals the High Sage ($11). }} 114 drinks c o n t i n u e d These signature champagne cocktails revel in the international spotlight at places like the Plaza Athénée in Paris and have recently invaded trendy bôites stateside. For your New Year’s Eve party, serve any one of these sparkling specialties and you’ll be deemed the hostest with the mostest. At Crimson Lounge (333 N. Dearborn, 312. 923.2473) mixologist Todd Appel blends classic with creative and serves up timeless champagne cocktails like the Bellini but encourages patrons to experiment with a variety of ingredients. By using the simple formula of base plus champagne, the possibilities are endless. Start with crème de mur, framboise, melon liqueur, pear liqueur, cassis or even a base spirit like cognac or vodka; then simply top with champagne. Serve in a coupe (a shallower version of red wine glass) rather than a flute, and you have a customized creation. Appel’s best inventions include the Persephone ($11), made with Chateu Polmari pomegranate liqueur, white peach purée and Veuve Clicquot Yellow Pomegranate Drop Veuve Lurve Label, Le Poire Royale ($12), combining pear vodka, Moët & Chandon White Star 1 oz. Veuve Clicquot pear nectar, crème de cassis and Moët Nectar, and Le Pomegranate juice 1 oz. Bourbon Citron ($10), blending limoncello, lemon twist and Mar- Combine Moët with pomegranate juice Pour equal measures into a glass of your tini & Rossi Prosecco. and serve in high ball glass. choice. Garnish as necessary. Prosecco is champagne’s delicate sister and this Italian Moët Cosmo Piper Heidsieck sparkling white bodes well on its own or in a traditional Moët & Chandon White Star Champagne Cocktail Bellini. It’s produced from white grapes grown only in the Absolut Vodka 4 oz. Piper Heidsieck Veneto region in northern Italy and established brands Red currant purée 1 tsp. St. Remy brandy like Martini & Rossi produce a prosecco that’s a light, Cranberry juice 1 tsp. Cointreau crisp alternative to heavy champagne. Mix together and serve in martini glass. 1 sugar cube soaked with Lux Bar (18 E. Bellevue, 312.642.3400) uses prosecco instead of classic champagne Dolce Drop Drop a sugar cube in a champagne glass. and mixes it with white peach purée to create the Venetian Sparkler Bellini ($10). If 1 oz. Barcardi Limon Soak bitters into the sugar cube and add you prefer to order your bubbly by the bottle, Aria (200 N. Columbus, 312.444.9494) 1 sugar cube soaked with brandy. Top off with Champagne. Garnish Angostura bitters at the Fairmont Hotel serves Nino Franco Prosecco Brut ($59 ), a dry, clean sparkling Angostura bitters spirit perfectly paired with an aperitif. Or, go for the Martini & Rossi Prosecco by Top with Prosecco the glass ($6). scene Soak sugar cube with Angostura bitters. Drop sugar cube in a flute glass and pour you are here ▼ fashion 84 drinks 116 with an orange twist. nightlife 124 art 136 in Barcardi. 117 Your Happy New Year Starts Here. Don’t Miss Chicago’s Top 5 New Year’s Parties. Memorable Nights & Affordable Packages. For Information & Reservations, Call 773.868.8073. .. Grand Central U nio nP BarCelona ark BookYourHolidayPartiesWithUs LARGE OR SMALL PARTIES ARE WELCOMED For booking information call 773.832.4000 3466 N. Clark 228 S. Racine 950 W. Wrightwood www.grandcentralchicago.com 3474 N. Clark 3-2-1 Happy new year crobar Cathryn Piccirillo Photo by: Tonee Dang articleSCENE SCENE nightlife 124 BON V Details: Once again SCENE is bringing (1100 W. 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So, enjoy a premium open bar, gourmet hors NEW YEAR’S EVE to help pre-plan your New Year’s Eve, SCENE is posting the hottest events. d’oeuvres and sushi until 1 am. Tickets are MOE’S CANTINA (3518 N. Clark) sold exclusively through Launch Events at Details: Lights, camera, action! Chicago Launchevents.com. Sport and Social Club brings the glamour BOKA (1729 Halsted, 312.337.6070) chicago scene new year’s eve gala and glitz of Hollywood to Wrigleyville Details: If sloppy drunks and sticky nightclub floors aren’t your SCENE, then head to Boka. They are opening their doors for sophisticated New Year’s din- SCENE’S 8TH ANNUAL NEW this New Year’s Eve. Waltz down the red ners starting at 5:30 pm ($65) and 8:30 pm ($115). The first meal consists of YEAR’S EVE GALA carpet and into Moe’s Cantina where three courses while the 8:30 pm meal consists of six. The staff is happy to pair THE DRAKE HOTEL you’ll enjoy an appetizer buffet, premium wines for an additional cost. For reservations, call 312.337.6070. (140 E. Walton, 312.787.2200) open bar from 9 pm to 2 am, a live DJ 125 NIGHTLIFE c o n t i n u e d and a champagne toast at midnight. And GRAND CENTRAL make sure you’re camera ready–a pro- (5726 W. Grand, 773.832.4000) fessional photographer will be there to Details: For live entertainment and the shoot you and your friends on the red music styling of DJ Chris Mixx, head over carpet. Tickets start at $125 and go up. to Grand Central. This nightspot is sure Private booth reservations with bottle to please with their high-end buffet and service are available on a limited basis. premium, top-shelf open bar package. Please call 312.335.9596 x 508 for more The New Year’s event starts at 8:30 pm information. and lasts until 1 am. Large group packages and reservations are available through Grandcentralchicago.com, or by calling David at 773.832.4000. HOGS & HONEYs (1551 N. 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For more event, then Krem is the NYE location for information, call 773.755.4444. you. The cocktail reception lasts from 9 126 NIGHTLIFE c o n t i n u e d open bar package from 9 pm to 2 am, THE REDHEAD PIANO BAR along with hors d’oeuvres from BB’s. And (16 W. Ontario, 312.640.1000) pm until closing and features a premium and are only looking for an after-party, of course, there will be a champagne Details: Forget cover charges or hefty open bar. Tickets are $125 and individ- Le Passage can accommodate your toast at midnight! Tickets are $110. Table ticket prices at The Redhead Piano Bar. ual prices are available upon request. needs as well. Just be prepared to pay reservations can be made by contacting This hot spot is always a good time, So, hurry and make this purchase so you a $30 cover. Tickets are $125 and can be Gia at 312.475.1390. and you can avoid being over-charged. can spend your extra cash on that skimpy purchased by calling 773.276.7582. 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Stefani Signature buffet from 9 pm to 2 am. Countdown the New Year and enjoy sage is opening their doors for two extra MANOR hours. While there are no free cocktails (642 N. Clark, 312.475.1390) for this additional time, this downtown Details: Celebrate in style to the sounds club provides a perfect post-kiss atmo- of DJ Jake Reno at Manor! The River sphere. If you already have NYE plans North nightspot will provide a premium 128 Photo by: Tyler Curtis you are seeking a late night affair, Le Pas- midnight fireworks on the private terrace, or better yet–on the Navy Pier Ferris Wheel! Tickets start at $110. For VIP tickets, reservations and more information, call 312.560.4422. rino new year’s eve 129 NIGHTLIFE c o n t i n u e d ROCKIT BAR & GRILL (22 W. Hubbard, 312.645.6000) Details: With an awesome DJ, Rockit Bar & Grill is the perfect place to rock the night away. And the premium open bar, buffet table and valet parking are a steal at $125. Want more? Rockit is reserving tables and opening their menus for an additional price. For more information about table service contact Cary at UNDERGROUND [email protected]. (55 W. Illinois, 312.644.7600) Details: This year’s NYE, sponsored by SANGRIA Veuve Clicquot, is sure to be a good (901 W. Weed, 312.266.1200) time. The nightclub is hosting 205 guests Details: Sangria promises three dinner and 95 VIP Underground patrons from packages, Bears football and four hours 8 pm to 4 am. Cost for general admis- of cocktails. The party starts at 9 pm and sion ($125) includes a premium open bar prices range from $20 to $75. For more and buffet from 8 pm until 10 pm. A des- information, call 312.397.0580 x 104. ert table will be set up from 10 pm to 11 pm. VIP tickets ($250) include the din- STONE LOTUS ner and premium bar, and as a bonus, (873 N. Orleans, 312.440.9680) VIPs will have a reserved table and com- Details: Stone Lotus wants to custom- plementary champagne. General admis- ize your New Year’s Eve. The nightclub sion from 12 am–1 am will cost $40 and offers four VIP packages ranging from includes one hour of premium open bar $150 to $225. Every package includes service. Tickets are available now at Tick- appetizer passes from 9 pm until 2 am. ets.com. Contact Bo at Bo@rockitranch. Contact Michele Silverman for details at com for more details. scene 312.440.9580. With Kira Coplin contributing. 130 136 whirl still in her clear glass paperweights. Her hanging terrarium hives seem impossible. article SCENE art SCENE Expanses of sea and sky are evoked in her glass panel sculptures. “It’s unlike any other medium,” McCook told us over a banquet of her jewelry and vessels on display at the Indie Designer Fashion Market. Her sinewy forearms and strong neck belie her tall, slender frame. “Seriously, it was like love at first sight.” HIGH GLASS robert duffer Her marriage to glass began at U of I in Champaign, where the Arlington Heights native had a double major in craft—specializing in glass—and art education. From glass she met Swedish culture, of which she is equally enamored. “The Swedes are just masters. They’ve been blowing glass for centuries.” Glashjarta Glass, her company, means Glass Heart in Swedish. One of her most stunning pieces, a glass heart in a glass-decked box, is not for sale. Glass can be delicate yet durable, controlled but dangerous, both functional and beautiful. Chicago glass artist Meghan McCook embodies these traits— that can be both complementary and contradictory—in her art and her craft. “I enjoy the science, the chemistry, the technique, the skill, and using that craft part to integrate into my art, my sculpture,” she says. All of her work, from the functional to her hanging sculpture art, incorporates earthy elements like copper, steel wire, and silicone within the dualistic properties of glass. The product—and the art—gives off the feeling that the chaotic wonder of the natural world has been captured and distilled into sheer beauty. Her pendants and earrings, that could be mistaken for jewels of the earth if not for its symmetry and design, are enchanting. Iridescent tornados of color The art and craft of blowing glass has opened up globally only in the past decades. Working with initial temperatures of 2,100 degrees, and in studios hotter than any sauna, the apprenticeship of glass blowing is a veritable trial by fire. “Everything fails for the first year. You drop everything on the ground.” McCook shows her battle wounds from that year. She had grabbed the long hollow pipe (known as a blow pipe) too low, burning every contact point on her left hand. “It taught me a lot about process more than the product.” The process is complex. A glass artist uses either a blow pipe or a punty, which is a solid pipe, to retrieve glass from the furnace. The artist blows through the blow pipe to the glass blob on the other end to give it its shape. With a punty, the artist transfers the piece and adds in design elements. “Glass is like honey when it comes out of 137 art c o n t i n u e d the furnace,” says McCook. Then it’s shaped, reheated in a glory hole to keep it in a working state, then the process is repeated. Other tools and devices are used in getting the exact shape, as well as other types of glass and elements to give it form, design, and ultimately, beauty. The process of creating the piece can be a day’s work, then it anneals, or cools down, in a kiln. McCook uses other processes, like cold-working and fusing, meghan mccook in tandem to her glass blowing. “Like pottery on a wheel, you’re using centrifugal force, rolling it back and forth, keeping balance, making sure the temperature is correct.” Like most glass artists, McCook has a partner in the process, Holly Wolf-Mattick. They transform their separate ideas into the work of art, which is rarely impromptu. “I have to have a plan before I go into the studio.” McCook’s plan is succeeding. After a decade of vacillating between her art and supporting herself in Champaign, the self-titled emerging artist relocated to Chicago, got married, got her own studio space and now devotes herself fully to Glashjarta Glass. Her terrariums, hive-like hallowed vessels that can sustain plants, were part of a multimedia exhibition celebrating nature at the David Weinberg Gallery. “I want to devote equal time to my functional stuff and my sculpture and to develop a new body of work each year.” scene Meghan McCook and Glashjarta Glass will be at the Indie Designer Fashion Market (1340 W. Washington) on Saturday, December 15 and Sunday, December 16. For more information, check out Glashjartaglass.com. 138 articlescene SCENE global MULTI-DIMENSIONAL MIAMI Hope gainer Photo by: Greater Miami Convention and Visitor’s Bureau 142 Michael Capponi. Count on finding 400 count Egyptian cotton sateen linens and all sorts of other creature comforts. Make sure to stop by Maison d’Azur, a Parisian style brasserie that’s sure to tempt your taste buds! If you prefer an über resort over boutique chic, the legendary Eden Roc Hotel is undergoing a $170 million transformation which when complete will have about 630 rooms and loads of exciting amenities, not to mention a new nightlife spot that will have partiers traveling above 41 Street. Party Time… Vegas clubs are coming to Miami Beach with Pure making a home at the Fountainbleau. Besides, you don’t have to fly clear across the city for a casino. South Beach brings you Aquasino (Aquasinosouthbeach.com) the only luxury gaming yacht sailing from its sunny shores. Just think: Blackjack, poker, craps, roulette and Miami has always been a multi-cultural city, but now–with its Fashion Week, more. Bets, bars and boys–all you need to set Art Week, Design Month, and Polo Weekend...(must we go on?)–The Magic sail on a lonely night. aquasino City is truly multi-dimensional as well. Of course there are parties 365 days a year along with sunshine twelve months a year, but Miami has taken it another If you are tired, head to B.E.D. (Bedmiami.com), which has slipped on new sheets step further–the entire city has become an official hot zone by offering free this season. If you are hot, soon you will be able to chill at the Ice Hotel Bar (Iceho- citywide WiFi inside and out (Web.miamibeachfl.gov/wifi). Now SoBe party tel.com) serving up frozen Absolut vodka direct from Sweden in an arctic ice environ- people can be connected anytime, anywhere. ment–so you may want to pack your parka next time you are headed to South Beach. Where to Stay… angler’s boutique resort Brickell boasts the new Blue Martini Lounge and Rosa Mexicana. Plus, the Conrad Hotel hosts The Bar at Level 25 with fabulous Miami skyline views over Bis- Hipster hideaway, The Angler’s Bou- cayne Bay. Novecento Brickell is the Latin staple downtown for happy hour as well tique Resort was brought to life at as Centro. Check out Finnegan’s River for the down-to-earth crowd with access by the hands of J. Wallace Tutt (renowned boat or car–this place is slamming on Fridays. As always, Fridays rock outside at the designer of the famed Versace Mansion Mandarin Oriental. on Ocean Drive), architect Allen Shulman (best known for his expertise in reviving Wine and Dine… historical landmark buildings), developer The Cointreaupolitan cocktail debuts at CASADECOR’07 (Casadecor-usa.com) this Gregg Covin and nightlife impresario, “winter”. This 150-year-old spirit from Angers, France with the taste of orange peels 143 GLOBAL c o n t i n u e d shine State. CasaDécor is a concept that creates a dynamic environment for the promotion of good taste and good living. It started in 1985 in Buenos casadécor Aires and has been transforming abandoned land- marks in Europe and Latin America into decorated show houses by trendsetting professionals with the newest designs and technologies ever since. This is the second year in the USA, with its debut in Miami (1444 Biscayne) from November 9 to December 16. Wine is winding up everywhere with the granddaddy event being the South Beach Wine & Food Festival (Sobewineandfoodfest.com) from February 21-24. Guests can sip champagne on the beach while chowing down on gourmet barbecue at the Moet & Chandon Bubble Q signature event. The Grand Tasting Tents on the beach are where patrons arrive sober, only to slip out several hours later slurring their words as the sun sets. The rest of the year, Miami Wine Tasters (Miamiwinetasters.com) provide gatherings about town to get a little tipsy. There is also the American Institute of Wine and Food (Aiwf.org) that serves a year-round calendar of dinners that pair fine wine and good food. Then there is the W Wine Boutique (Wwineboutique. com) in South Beach that hosts tastings to teach you more about what you are imbibing and what to stock up on. And then you can head over to Vino Miami Wine Bar & Boutique (Vinomiami.com) to drink and brown bag it home. }} 144 Photo by: Tomas Loewy is perfect for the Sun- GLOBAL c o n t i n u e d Events… Food flavors are as mixed as the people you encoun- The new celebrity-endorsed ter in Miami. Of course, good Cuban food is easy hotspot is The Florida Room to come by. But Miami is not at a loss for much of at The Delano Hotel opening anything from Chispa (Chisparestaurant.com), a truly just in time for Art Basel. Art delightful fusion of Spanish and Latin cuisine. Try Peru- Basel (Artbasel.com) is the vian fare at La Cofradia in Coral Gables, Sardinian “Super Bowl of Art” in Miami, dishes at Enoteca Sardinia Ristorante (Sardinia-ris- beginning the first week of torante.com) near Sunset Harbor, Parisian bistro tastes December. Sip champagne, at La Goulue or dance on the tables in between see art, and party, party, party! Greek dishes at Taverna Opa. A new standout this This has become a must-do on season is Christabelle’s Quarter (Christabellesquar- the global art circuit. set nightclub ter.com) in Coconut Grove, housed on three floors with live jazz and blues and hand-made stain glass elements, the place is reminiscent of New Orleans. christabelle’s quarter On Mondays, start off the week with “Sushi, Sake & Karaoke” at O Asian Grill (Oasiangrill.com). Or go to “Dirty Sexy Monday” at Cameo, the new incarnation For cheap Chinese in a chic setting in South Beach, head to Kung Fu Chu’s in the of the former Crobar. “Social Amazonas” is brought to you by Leblon Cachaca Dorsett Hotel (Southbeachgroup.com). For authentic Brazilian touched by Texan spirit, at Social Miami, while The Sagamore rocks on Fridays and Saturdays, both inside try Texas de Brazil (Texasdebrazil.com), which hits the Miami Beach Marina area. and outside. “Rotten Apple” is the name of the forbidden fruit on Thursdays at Set Feeling a little health conscious? Check out the concoctions at the Lido Grille at The nightclub. Or, mosey over to Table 8 in the Regent Hotel or Gemma Lounge on Standard or stop into pricey Wednesday evening for fashion night. Sundays retreat to The Standard or Shore- sushi joint Nobu. With South club pool scenes. Florida’s ascending culinary scene, comes ‘Dinner in Para- We have seen Cirque du Soleil, but how about Spiegelworld? (Spiegelworld.com). dise,’ a monthly series served This German version of the Big Top may not be the biggest show on earth, but the New al fresco at Paradise Farms York Times said it may be the naughtiest – leave the kids at home. The Raleigh Hotel (Paradisefarms.net) where five will be home to its restaurant and lounge for two months starting mid-December. acres of fresh foods, benefit- Shoreclub pool 146 ing TREEmendous Miami, are If visual arts are what you crave, Second Saturdays in the Wynwood Art District and planted among the preserved Miami Design District provide plenty of visual delights. One of the most spectacular gal- trees. This healthy treat runs lery spaces is the Gary Nader Gallery (Garynader.com). In an old baking building, from December through April. Parisian Galerie Perrotin (Galerieperrotin.com) has emerged as another standout and 147 GLOBAL c o n t i n u e d MIAMI WEEKLY PARTY SCENE PRIVATE CLUB SCENE Mondays: Tantra, B.E.D., Dirty Sexy Casa Tua, Casa Casuarina, La Piag- French export Galerie Ber- Mondays/Cameo, Hong Kong Hustle/ gia (weekend afternoons), The Standard tin-Toublanc Sushi Saki Karaoki/O Asian Grill Hotel & Spa (weekend afternoons and tin.com) is slated to open this Tuesdays: The Delano, Sushi Samba, bingo and movies on Sunday eves) season with 17,000-square- Mokai, Sylvanos feet of space. A pink Cadillac Wednesdays: Table 8, The Forge, Glass, SEASONAL SCENE EVENTS adorned with Swarovski crys- Casa Tua, Gemma Lounge Art Basel Miami Beach tals will be displayed by one Thursdays: Hotel Victor, Set, The Raleigh, Artbasel.com Dec 6-9 (Galerieber- art basel of their artists from India. dens (Vizcayans.org), which host parties for New Year’s Eve, Valentine’s Day, Fourth of July and Halloween. Or you can just cruise the grounds any day for a step back in time to grand opulence. For a new South Beach shopping experience, check out SEX & (Sexand.com). That is, if you are a member. Forget getting past the velvet rope–here you have to use fingerprint technology to gain entrance. But once inside, you enter a hedonistic space complete with a tearoom, champagne bar and “Sex Academy” where sex & you can learn pole dancing and strip tease or seduction training. This VIP women-only store is another French creation–presumably to complement the French kiss, of course. scene Hope Gainer is a global marketer, image-maker and branding expert who also produces parties and special Photo by: Greater Miami Convention and Visitor’s Bureau For grand affairs and special holidays, Miami has the Vizcayan Museum and Gar- Mansion, The Office Fridays: Smith & Wollensky, Social Art Deco Festival Miami/Sagamore, Mokai, Set, Suite, Jan 18-20 Snatch, China Grille, Prive, Opium Garden, Mynt, Red Room/Skybar, Mansion, Miami International Boat Show Cameo, Dek 23, Pawn Shop, Fifth, Nove- Miamiboatshow.com Feb 14-18 cento Brickell, Centro, Conrad Hotel, Finnegans River, Blue Martini, Barefoot Wine & Food Festival Oasis/Mandarin Oriental, Karu&Y, Cris- Sobewineandfoodfest.com Feb 21-24 tabelle’s Quarter Saturdays: Social Miami/Sagamore, Winter Music Conference Mokai, Set, Suite, Snatch, Mansion, Mynt, Wmcon.com Mar 25-29 Cameo, Pawn Shop, Fifth, Gallery Walks (second Saturdays in Wynwood & Design Sony Ericsson Tennis Open District), Christabelle’s Quarter Sonyericssonopen.com Mar 26–Apr 6 Sundays: Shore Club, The Standard, La Piaggia, Segafredo, Smith & Wollensky Miami Beach Polo Cup Nikki Beach, Pearl Apr 2008 NIGHTLY SCENE NASCAR Championships Prime 112, Smith & Wollensky, Finnegan’s, Homesteadmiamispeedway.com Segafredos, Novecento Brickell, Lucky Nov 16-18 events in Miami. 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It is our largest organ, so give it the attention it deserves. Some inherited gifts we cannot change, however things like sun protection, not smoking, and drink- Skin Deep Sharon Matz, RNFA ing plenty of water, helps. Skin, being our first line of defense, needs to be nourished, protected, and defended from the environment and the hands of time! But, it doesn’t have to be a battle or take a lot of commitment either with time or dollars. Keeping it simple and consistent is key. Also, it is not gender specific. Men, generally speaking, have more resilient skin than women, but their needs are the same. Healthy, youthful One thing Chicagoans can always count on is a cold, windy winter that challenges our skin. In concert with this are the drying effects of indoor heat. Our skin, which is our protective shield from the difficult environment is made up skin is everone’s desire. specifically formulated for your skin type. Typically, normal to oily skin types should use a gel (outer layer) is first encountered. The five levels in this layer graduate from cleanser that foams. Dry and sensitive types need the bottom (stratum basale), where cells divide and push up toward the sur- a creamy, gentle or soap-free cleanser. Toner is face (Stratum corneum), where they flatten, lose moisture, and slough. The optional and should be used now and then. If dermis consists of collagen, elastic fibers, and reticular fibers. The sebaceous used daily, unless you have acne-prone skin, glands, which are connected to hair follicles, are found here, as well as nerves sels, and connective tissue. A main job is to regulate temperature by constriction or sweating. ACne solutions clearing moisturizer, $16, by clinique Sea Clear T-Zone Mattifyer, $17, by H20+ Wash with with a pH-balanced cleanser. In other words, one that is of three layers: the epidermis, dermis and subcutaneous tissue. The epidermis and vessels. 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Sunscreen protects the skin from photo-aging as well as protection from some skin cancers. Environmental Protection Age Prevention Protection Extreme SPF 40, $45, by Osmotics Serum Protectif, $175, by RéVive Another way to de-age and promote a healthier skin is using anti-oxidant serums, gels and/or creams. There are many products to choose from: oilfree moisturizers as well as intensely ultra-rich formulas–depending on your skin type. Using these high-tech and very effective products can prevent and correct many skin conditions. Knowing what products would be best, and when and how to use them can make an impact on the results–so make sure your daily routine is monitored on a regular basis by your skin care professional. scene To find out what treatments work best for your skin, visit the office of Dr. Roger Wade Pielet (1 E. Erie, Suite 242). His friendly, professional staff–which includes a licensed aesthetician–can answer all your beauty-related questions. For more information, or to schedule a skin treatment, call 312.440.3100. 160 Skin Type: Dry/Sensitive Skin Zero Gravity Repairwear Lift, $53, by CLINIQUE Intensité Fluide Superbe, $400, by RéVive article SCENE STYLE SCENE 162 Lauren Burns When shopping during the holiday season, keep your eyes open for both the glitz and the glamour. Amid the multitude of holidays–and holiday parties– the biggest fashion trend this season will be clothes that shimmer. With all this sparkle you will look hot even when the weather is cool! From new metallic items to casual sneakers and cocktail dresses, you can easily add a little luxury to your wardrobe this season. Rubber Duck Shao in Metallic, $60 at Untitled (1941 W. North, 773.342.0500) Rich and Skinny Sleek Jean in Metallic, $216 at Veruca Salt (1937 N. Damen, 773.457.1385) Club Monaco Sequin Beaded Clutch, $79 at Club Monaco (2206 N. Halsted, 773.528.2031) Club Monaco Sequin Tunic in Silver, $349 at Club Monaco (2206 N. Halsted, 773.528.2031) Custo Chateau bag in Gold, $230 at Custo Barcelona (835 N. Michigan, 312.981.3904) Style expert and fashion designer Lauren Burns shines the light on what’s new on the fashion scene. From runway show to your local boutique, Lauren can help find the right look for you, whether you’re preparing for a day at the office or a night on the town. For more information or to contact Lauren, email [email protected]. 163 articleSCENE SCENE CELEBRATIONS Photos: A Perfect Event 166 The ultimate Christmas tree is dressed with a collection of fresh flowers, like orchids, chrysthanemums and carnations. Florals can be cut and water-tubed at the base of each stem for a long-lasting effect (available at your local florist or crafts store). To make your table or mantle a festive focal point throughout the holiday season, fill your favorite urns, vases and antique HOLIDAY CHEER debi lily containers with abundant white carnation blooms. This affordable flower creates a stunning winter wonderland. Simply trim your stems so the base of the blooms are flush with your containers. As always, mismatched containers with different shapes and heights add visual interest. Or, create gorgeous accents with easy, spraypainted white and au naturale pine cones. Try tying them with luscious silk ribbons for indoor décor. Scatter on a tabletop or in The holidays are my favorite time of year. When else are we obligated to indulge in delicious food and drink, decorate our houses and celebrate with loved ones? This time of year is meant to be enjoyed, and this December I’ve got the perfect plan for sharing the joy of the season! green, white, gold Why not skip the predictable holiday décor and create unusual elegance this year? I love the stunning wintery palette…and the options are endless. Choose three chic, wintry colors. My favorite combination is apple green, white and gold. It’s the perfect mix of crispness and warmth, much like winter itself (at least when indoors). Use this color scheme throughout your holiday details...from décor to cocktails and menus. These colors work beautifully on tabletops and outdoors, too. baskets outside. Sweet Tidings Host a decadent dessert party for the easiest holiday party theme. Inviting guests from 8 to 10 pm keeps the prep to a minimum and the party short and sweet! Greet guests with your specialty holiday cocktail. A White-Winter-tini is creamy and delicious: Mix equal parts of Godiva White Chocolate Liqueur and Effen Black Cherry vodka. Float white rose petals on top as a garnish. Stunning and delicious! 167 CELEBRATIONS c o n t i n u e d festive cocktail. Serve three vintages and let guests choose from three styles of stemware. For a new twist on sipping bubbly: Stemless Reidel glasses, tradi- Photos: A Perfect Event Champagne makes another elegant, tional flutes and slim bud-vase flutes. Next, offer the ultimate, decadent dessert and candy bar. Create a stunning spread with all-white candies in various-sized glass jars: Gumdrops, M&Ms, white chocolate malted milk balls, yogurt-covered almonds, white candy canes and white chocolate pretzels. Continue the sweetness with minicakes, cupcakes and pudding shots, served in small glasses. Decadent truffles and chocolate bark are festive when rolled with peppermint or nuts. For another lovely and easy dessert, fill a trifle bowl with layers of cake, brownies and pudding. Serve your delicious desserts on three-tiered stands and finish the table with white votive candles and fresh cedar sprigs. Happy Holidays! scene Debi Lilly is president of A Perfect Event, a Chicago-based national event-planning firm. Debi serves as an industry expert for InStyle Magazine, Martha Stewart Weddings, InStyle Weddings, Chicago Social and Chicago Magazine, among others. She has a faithful and well-known following, including Oprah Winfrey, among many other high-profile clientele. For more information, visit Aperfectevent.com. you are here ▼ style 162celebrations 168 singles 170 fitness 174 169 article SCENE SINGLES 170 How to Survive The Holidays Barbie Adler Spend quality time with your girlfriends. Go to the Awesome 80’s Prom, volunteer for a charity event, invite the girls over for a themed potluck and a holiday flick. Plan a girls only getaway and escape the holiday season with a mini cruise, ski trip or spa retreat. The best part? There are plenty of hot ski instructors to meet! Have a “me” day. Splurge on an expensive hair cut, get your nails done or head in for a massage. You’ll feel great about yourself afterward and be ready to take on anything the season throws at you. Get in touch. Write Christmas/holiday cards to your family and friends – let your grandma know you are thinking about her, get in touch with college pals and old colleagues. Old-fashioned mail will brighten their dreary winter days. Time to get into the holiday spirit! Whether you are single or in a relationship, this time of year is historically stressful. Shopping for gifts on Michigan Avenue, baking the perfect dish, and deciding where to celebrate can make anyone feel frazzled. Turn back the clock to when the holidays really were the happiest season of all. Read on to create a survival plan, stick to it, and rock on through the New Year. Have a sense of humor. Host a Silly Sweater and Socks holiday party! Bring on the oversized pullovers adorned with sequins and snowflakes. Make sure to talk to the guys in the goofiest sweaters—there’s nothing better than a man who can make fun of himself. If you’re really in the need for a laugh, gather your friends and head to Second City or Zanies. For Couples: Be the adorable couple at the skating rink, watch sappy Christmas movies Singles: while making hot chocolate and s’mores, snuggle under the covers after a chilly Don’t mope around or call your ex because you are lonely. Enjoy all of the fun night out. Share all of the festivities winter has to offer with your special someone. The key the season has to offer for singles. Attending an endless list of holiday parties to surviving the holidays with a boyfriend: Communication (especially if it is your first and not having to stress over the “perfect gift” for a boyfriend should be rea- winter together). son enough to be thankful you’re solo. Don’t assume. Make sure that you are very clear when you talk about where (and Don’t set yourself up for failure. Stay away from “adorable couples’ hang- if) you will be spending the holidays together. Does he expect you to fly home with outs” such as the ice skating rink. Instead, throw singles-only parties. Spike him for Christmas even though you already spent Thanksgiving with his family? Discuss the eggnog, put on your dancing stilettos and meet dozens of eligible sin- well in advance whose family you will be spending the holidays with, including whether gles. Who wants to be tied down when you can share the holidays with mul- or not you are ready to spend them together. }} tiple bachelors! 171 SINGLES c o n t i n ue d Don’t have too many surprises when you exchange gifts. Nothing is more embarrassing than showing up with a Bears cap when he buys you a Marc Jacobs tote! Will this be the year you challenge yourselves to give each other homemade gifts or donate money to charity? Are you going to buy each other tickets to a concert or sporting event? Pool your money for a vacation? Take the stress out of your holiday chores. Wrap presents together while getting drunk on eggnog. Blast Christmas carols while you decorate your apartment. Let him help brainstorm gift ideas for those hard-to-buy-for family members. Discuss where you will donate the smelly lotions and designer tissues you receive from his Aunt Sally. Everything can be more fun when you do it with someone you love. escape PLAN A WEEKend Make a master list of holiday parties. It’s the season of party invites. Does your office Christmas party fall on the same night as his family’s big bash? There are only so many weekends in December. Make sure to coordinate with each other as the invitations arrive and decide in advance what you will attend. Are your best friends throwing par- ties on the same night? Decide what you will attend together and make sure to keep a balance—it may be harder than you think! Plan a weekend escape. Whether you desire the warmth of Florida or a cozy Midwestern bed and breakfast, clear a weekend to escape the shoppers and holiday madness to focus on each other. scene Barbie Adler is a contributing writer for Chicago SCENE and president of Chicago’s Selective Search, an elite matchmaking firm that acts as a personal recruiter for the city’s most eligible, high-powered bachelors. Women of substance and style are invited to join for free. Register at Selectivesearch-inc.com or call 312.396.1200. 172 article fitness SCENE 174 Rule 1: Consistency is Key If you managed to head out for a jog everyday before or after work, don’t stop. It’s hard on everyone to get up early in the morning during the winter, especially when the sun is still an hour from rising. And it’s just as hard to get your workout in the evening when the sun is already down! You don’t have to do the same type of exercise day-in and day-out, but working out at the same time will keep your motivation up. One thing Eat, Move and Be Merry: Three Winter Rules for Your Fitness Fix Traci Danielson Mitchell that will make your life easier through these cold winter months is a gym membership. “It’s too cold…” is no longer a valid excuse if you’ve got someplace to workout indoors. If you don’t belong to a gym already, several health clubs throughout the city offer convenient month-to-month memberships that will take you through the winter. As soon as you break your routine by falling off the wagon, it’s a lot harder to get back on and build up momentum! Slowly but surely it’s happening…Chicago’s beautiful running paths will soon don a fresh coat of frost-covered ice, and the streets and sidewalks will become home to semi-permanent lumps of exhaust-coated snow. Even the most diehard winter athletes grimace at the thought of heading out for a run or ride along the lake with headwinds so strong you feel like you’re moving in reverse. While the winters in the Windy City might be tough, there is no lack of indoor activity to help keep you fit and nimble until spring shows Rule 2: Give Your Body Variety The same old, same old can get really boring month after month. What’s more, it’s not necessarily a good thing to do the exact same workout without variation. After your body adapts to a particular type of exercise, it’s not as responsive as it once was. Pretty soon, you plateau off. The kick you felt after a run is gone and the buzz after lifting weights is non-existent. Whether you’re a cardio queen who loves her elliptical machine its face in ’08. or a weights maniac who enjoys pumping iron, your body needs variety. Winter is the To make sure the only extra bulk hanging around your midsection over the regime has typically been intense cardio or heavy weights, throw in one or two “soft next few months is in the form of a thick, woolly sweater, you need to be prepared. Here are a few simple rules to live by this winter that will keep your body summer-ready all year long. perfect time to give your body the break from the norm that it needs. If your exercise fitness” classes, such as Pilates or yoga. On the other hand, if you’ve followed a Zenlike path and rarely take time for cardio classes, such as kickboxing, Body Pump or spinning, your body will welcome the change. }} 175 FITNESS c o n t i n ue d Rule 3: Indulge Smartly When it comes to nutrition, we all tend to let our guard down a little bit more during the winter months. We can try to blame Starbuck’s and their whipped cream-topped Egg Nog Lattes, or maybe we point the finger at Aunt Louise and her JOIN NOW cheesy mashed potatoes, but what it all comes down to is managing our self control over this festive, but fare-heavy season. In fact, many of us throw in the towel right around Thanksgiving, only to pick it back up again in the New Year. Each and every one of us face a barrage of sugar-filled temptations that can be hard to turn down. Unless you’re a complete Scrooge, you’re more than likely going to indulge a little bit in your most-wonderful-time-of-the-year favorites. The key: Knowing where to draw 75 the line between “a little bit” and “a lot.” If you’re going to pamper yourself, go for the $ good stuff. Forgo cheap knock offs, like year-round store-bought candy wrapped in festive paper for a little bit of specialty candy from Ethel’s. After you’ve decided how you want to pamper yourself, set your limits. One or two small treats every week ENROLLMENT FEE probably won’t sabotage your waistline, but turning occasional treats into an Offer expires December 31, 2007 everyday occurrence could add inches everywhere. Falling out of your regular routine over the holidays is bound to happen. Everyone deserves a little bit of a break and a chance to celebrate. If you haven’t been too much of a slacker, your body can handle a few days off of working out…or even Call or stop in today an extra piece of pumpkin pie. But too much time off or one too many pieces of pie can slow all the momentum you’ve built up. Eat healthy, indulge a little and move around a lot this holiday season. scene Traci Danielson Mitchell is a nutrition coach, personal trainer and metabolic typing advisor at Lincoln Park Athletic Club (1019 W. Diversey). Her clients include those who would like to combine optimum nutrition with an effective fitness plan. To contact Traci, call 773.529.2022, ext. 131. you are here ▼ singles 170 fitness 176 scene around town 178 listings 182 773.529.2022 312.850.4667 773.529.2024 1019 WEST DIVERSEY 1380 WEST RANDOLPH 624 WEST BELMONT www.chicagoathleticclubs.com 178 The question is how to enjoy New Year’s without the hassles of New Year’s—the lack of cabs, the forced drama, the crowds. The answer is to party the night before at Eve of article town SCENE scene around the Eve. Celebrating its 14th year, and expecting over 3,000 well-coiffed epicureans, the Eve of the Eve has become the New Year’s Eve replacement. There will be two locations this year: The VIP and fine-dining driven Eve of the Eve Classic at the Santa Fe Building, from 7 pm-midnight, for $140 ($150 the week before the event); Eve of the Eve proper will take place at the granddaddy of party venues, The Great Hall at Union Station, from 8pm-1 am for $125 ($140 one week before the event). If you go to the Classic, your fee includes access to the main event at The Great Hall. Chicago’s royal court, replete with columns, archways, marble floors, and a ceiling that could be mistaken for sky, will be half dance floor and half mingle-madness, including open bar, food, and cover eve of the eve band legends, The Pete Fleming Orchestra. “Honestly, it’s [the mark duhon robert duffer composition] half couples, half singles, half blackties, half not. The people make the party,” explains Mark Duhon, Executive Director of the nonprofit scholarship-mentoring program HighSight. one of chicago’s most provocative nonprofits HighSight is a nonprofit organization that provides scholarships, tutoring, mentoring and leadership development for lower-income students to attend and succeed at private high schools in Chicago. HighSight accepts, on average, less than 20% of applicants. HighSight is staffed by volunteers, whose work experience ranges from lawyers to neurologists to HighSight grads. HighSight is not affiliated with any religious groups, though the majority of the private schools their students attend are Catholic. Over 95% of teens who have graduated from the program have succeeded to college—that’s mark duhon with highsight students over 200 students. }} 179 around town c o n t i n u e d of them are first-generation high school graduates. There are 24 schools that we work In 1992, Akron, Ohio native Duhon was taking grad classes in education and public in that transition from 8th grade to 9th grade. And that transition period again from policy at the University of Chicago and volunteering at an elementary school in Cabri- junior-senior year to college. with but the student selects the school they want to attend. What we do best is help kids ni-Green, where he met Father Sebastian Lewis of St. Joe’s. Inspired by Lewis’ recommendations, Duhon and another cofounder took on seven students who would be Where did Eve of the Eve come from? first-generation college students—if they could get through high school. Two years later MD: Being a transplant to Chicago, I noticed that a lot of transplants would disap- Duhon was running, manning and directing the program full-time, which included the pear for four or five days over Christmas. We’d come back between December 26 first fundraiser known as the Eve of the Eve. Now, in the 2007-2008 school year, High- and New Year’s Eve, and there’d be all this energy, going out and socializing, without Sight has 138 active students. The majority of the Eve of the Eve attendees have no the anxiety of a big party night—those days out were like a Thursday night club. I loved idea that their party fees are going to one of Chicago’s—if not the nation’s—most pro- going out Thursday nights. So, my going out days when I was younger were the cat- active nonprofits who narrow the disparate economic gap of educational opportuni- alyst for Eve of the Eve. ties. The goal for HighSight’s students is to graduate college, but the skills they’re learning–self-discipline, study habits, community involvement–are life lessons. Now that’s What should partygoers expect? cause for a party! MD: Expect all the energy of New Year’s Eve without the anxiety. It’s one of those Chicago things, like the Old Town Art Fair, that you just gotta try. Maybe not every year What inspired all this? but once or twice in your lifetime if you’re into socializing. Mark Duhon: I wanted to see if I could spin education and public policy–for some selfish reasons, you know—but the underlying theme, for me, has been the inequali- Have you ever found your- ties in the United States because of the color of your skin and the economic dispar- self dancing on a table? ity between the haves and the have nots and to level the playing field. I came from MD: No. eve of the eve Anne Maschmeyer and Mark duhon a modest background, not poor but poorer, and I got a scholarship to attend high school so I wanted to give that back. I saw what it did for my peers going to college so Anyone dancing on tables? I asked, “how do you make that happen for a group of people who otherwise might MD: Absolutely. scene not have that opportunity?” Eve of the Eve is held on Sunday, Who are these students, where is the money going to? MD: We provide scholarships for students [based on need]. Many of them are at a December 30 from 8 pm-1 am at Union Station (210 S. Canal, 312.655.2524). Eve of the Eve Classic is held on Sunday, December 30, from 7pm-midnight higher education level, but still average kids.We want overachievers. Their parents at the Santa Fe Building (224 S. Mich- want a better education for them, they are convinced now that they want a better igan). For tickets, and information, call education, and we surround them with programs to help get them to college. Some 180 312.787.9824 or visit Highsight.org. 181 restaurants 182 gold coast | streeterville river north | loop | south loop restaurants Bin 36 Japonais Naha BELLA LOUNGE fornetto mei mexx Upscale Lounge/Dining 1212 N. State 312.787.9405 4+ Pan-Italian 107 E. Delaware 312.573.6300 Authentic Mexican 1015 N. Rush 312.475.0300 +Y4 American Wine Bar 339 N. Dearborn 312.755.9463 +4 Japanese & European 600 W. Chicago 312.822.9600 +Y4 International Fusion 500 N. Clark 312.321.6242 BICe gibsons Morton’s Brasserie Jo Keefer’s Nacional 27 Italian 158 E. 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Hubbard 312.645.6000 Y+c Cape Cod Room Il Mulino New York PJ Clarke’s CHINA GRILL Melting pot SushiSamba Rio Seafood 140 E. Walton 312.440.8414 Fine Italian 1150 N. Dearborn 312.440.8888 Y American Traditional 1204 N. State 312.664.1650 +c4 Global/Asian 230 N. Michigan 312.334.6700 + Fondue 609 N. Dearborn 312.573.0011 Latin Sushi Fusion 504 N. Wells 312.595.2300 Y+4 Carmines Le Colonial Tavern On Rush flatwater MK Quartino Italian Cuisine 1043 N. Rush 312.988.7676 cY French Vietnamese 937 N. Rush 312.255.0088 +Y4 American Steakhouse 1031 N. Rush 312.664.9600 +Y Global Fusion 321 N. Clark 312.644.0283 +Y4c American/Fine Dining 868 N. Franklin 312.482.9179 Casual Italian 626 N. State 312.698.5000 + Coco Pazzo Cafe LUX BAR Third Coast Gene & Georgetti Patty Burger Zocalo Traditional Tuscan cuisine 636 N. St. Clair 312.664.2777 Contemporary American 18 E. Bellevue 312.642.3400 +4Y Contemporary American 1260 N. Dearborn 312.649.0730 c4 Steakhouse 500 N. Franklin 312.527.3718 Fast Fresh Food 72 E. Adams 312.987.0900 Copperblue Merlo On Maple Harry Caray’s Restaurant Smith & Wollensky Fine Mediterranean 505 N. Lake Shore 312.527.1200 Italian 16 W. Maple 312.355.8200 Italian Steakhouse 33 W. Kinzie 312.828.0966 American Steakhouse 318 N. State 312.670.9900 +Y4 + Hot Bar Scene Y Outdoor Seating c Breakfast/Brunch 4 late Night food + Hot Bar Scene Y Outdoor Seating c Breakfast/Brunch Mexican 358 W. Ontario 312.302.9977 4 late Night food 183 restaurants bucktown | wicker park Geja’s Café Salpicon Adobo GrilL American Contemporary 1729 N. Halsted 312.337.6070 Y+ Romantic, Fondue 340 W. Armitage 773.281.9101 Nuevo Latino 1252 N. Wells 312.988.7811 Y Mexican 2005 W. Division 773.252.9990 Y Green Dolphin Street Sangria Blue Fin Traditional American 1800 N. Halsted 312.664.1801 International Fusion 2220 N. Ashland 773.395.0066 +Y Tapas 901 W. Weed 312.266.1200 Y Sushi Bar 1952 W. North 773.394.7373 Café Ba-Ba-Reba! Kamehachi Cafe Spoon Café Absinthe Hot & Cold Tapas 2024 N. Halsted 773.935.5000 Yc Japanese/Sushi 1400 N. Wells 312.664.3663 +Y4 American Traditional 1240 N. Wells 312.642.5522 +Y International Cuisine 1954 W. North 773.278.4488 Charlie Trotter’s Landmark Stanley’s Kitchen Cans World-renowned prix fixe 816 W. Armitage 773.248.6228 Casual American Grill 1633 N. Halsted 312.587.1600 +4 Homestyle Cooking 1970 N. Lincoln 312.642.0007 +c4 Old School Fun 1640 N. Damen 773.227.2277 Y+ ClarkE’s MICKEY’S Tarantino’s CELEBRITY 24-hr American Diner 2441 N. Lincoln 773.472.3505 4 Traditional American 2450 N. Clark 773.435.0007 +Y4c Italian 1112 W. Armitage 773.871.2929 +Y American Tapas 1856 W. North 773.365.0091 Emilio’s Tapas Mon Ami Gabi Topo Gigio Ristorante Chaise Lounge Spanish Cuisine 444 W. Fullerton 773.327.5100 Y French Bistro 2300 N. Lincoln Park West 773.348.8886 Yc Traditional Italian Fare 1516 N. Wells 312.266.9355 Y American Fare 1840 W. North 773.342.1840 Erwin noodles in the pot Tsuki Club Lucky American Café and Bar 2925 N. Halsted 773.528.7200 Casual Thai 2453 N Halsted 773.975.6177 Y Japanese/Sushi 1445 W. Fullerton 773.883.8722 Traditional Italian 1824 W. Wabansia 773.227.2300 +4 Gaslight Rose Angelis Coast Bar & Grill 2426 N. Racine 773.929.7759 Y Italian Cuisine 1314 W. Wrightwood 773.296.0081 Y Japanese/Sushi 2045 N. Damen 773.235.5775 Black Duck Tavern and Grille 184 old town | lincoln park | weed street Boka + Hot Bar Scene Y Outdoor Seating c Breakfast/Brunch 4 late Night food + Hot Bar Scene restaurants Piece Crust Wood-oven Pizzas 2056-58 W. Division 773.235.5511 Pizzeria/Brewpub 1927 W. North 773.772.4422 +4 Francesca’s Forno Pint Innovative Italian 1576 N. Milwaukee 773.770.0184 + Irish 1547 N. Milwaukee 773.772.0990 Y Il Covo Rodan Italian 2152 N. Damen 773.862.5555 Rio’s D’Sudamerica South American Fusion 2010 W. Armitage 773.292.9010 Mas Nuevo Latino 1670 W. Division 773.276.8700 Y Mirai Sushi 2020 W. Division 773.862.8500 Y Mizu Yakatori and Sushi Yakatori Sushi 315 W. North 312.951.8880 Southeast Asian/ South American 1530 N. Milwaukee 773.276.7036 Salud Tequila Lounge 1471 N. Milwaukee 773.235.5577 +Y SMALL BAR Upscale Bar fare 2049 W. Division 773.772.2727 usagi ya Sushi 1178 N. Milwaukee 773.292.5885 Vintage Wine Bar Modern American 1942 W. Division 773.772.3400 +Y Papajin Chinese & Sushi Bar 1551 N. Milwaukee 773.384.9600 Y Y Outdoor Seating c Breakfast/Brunch 4 late Night food 185 restaurants 186 west loop | river west | greek town gold coast | downtown | river north | streeterville nightlife bb’s The Leg Room rockwell lounge Cabaret LEVEL Sound-Bar climax Lucky strike lanes SPY BAR Avenue M Nine V.I.C.E. Contemporary American 695 N. Milwaukee 312.243.1133 +Y4 Steakhouse 440 W. Randolph 312.575.9900 + HIgh-end Nibbles 840 W. Randolph 312.733.3379 22 E. Hubbard 312.755.0007 lY Bella Notte plush Wishbone Fine Italian Cuisine 1374 W. Grand 312.733.5136 American Eclectic Cuisine 1104 W. Madison 312.491.9800 + Southern-style 1001 W. Washington 312.850.2663 cY 15 W. Hubbard 312.245.3100 Blackbird Red Light Califorinia-Nouvelle 619 W. Randolph St. 312.715.0708 Y Pan-Asian Cuisine 820 W. Randolph 312.733.8880 +Y greek town 324 W. Chicago 312.280.9800 Artopolis crimson lounge LUX BAR stone lotus Green Zebra Alahambra palace Upscale Vegetarian 1460 W. Chicago 312.243.7100 Mediterranean 1240 W. Randolph 773.227.1818 4 Athena emerald loop manor 10pin bowling lounge Jefferson Tap & Grille stanley’s Kitchen Costa’s Enclave The Underground Homestyle Cooking 324 S. Racine 312.433. 0007 + Fine Greek Dining 340 S. Halsted 312.263.9700 220 W. Chicago 312.654.0234 Martini Ranch Casual American 325 N. Jefferson 312.648.0100 Y4 Vision Italian 721 W. Grand 312.243.1740 Sushi Bar 842 W. Randolph 312.563.1224 314 S. Halsted 312.726.2407 4 321 N. Clark 312.644.0283 Yl moda Sushi Wabi Parthenon flatwater La Scarola HC The Redhead Piano Bar Whiskey Bar & Grill Marche Sushi X French Bistro Cuisine 833 W. Randolph 312.226.8399 + Casual Sushi 1136 W. Chicago 312.491.9232 130 S. Halsted 312.226.3377 Y4 jbar rino Y Bar Meiji union park Sushi 623 W. Randolph 312.887.9999 Casual American 228 S. Racine 312.243.9002 +4 La Pomme Rouge Rockit Bar & Grill + Hot Bar Scene Y Outdoor Seating 306 S. Halsted 312.559.9000 4 212 S. Halsted 312.655.0000 Y4 Pegasus c Breakfast/Brunch 333 N. Dearborn 312.923.2453 216 N. Wabash 312.263.0200 Yl 1100 N. State 312.988.7887 Yl4 A 610 N. Rush 312.660.7200 108 W. Kinzie 312.245.9555 l 4 late Night food Y Outdoor Seating 7 W. Division 312.337.2583 4 1045 N. Rush 312.397.1045 Y4 322 E. Illinois 312.245.8331 l A 18 E. Bellevue 312.642.3400 l 710 N. Clarke 312.787.2675 226 W. Ontario 312.787.4480 4 646 N Franklin 312.587.8779 4 873 N. Orleans 312.440.9680 642 N. Clark 312.475.1390 330 N. State 312.644.0300 l 311 W. Chicago 312.335.9500 Y4 l 25 W. Hubbard 312.670.2200 56 W. Illinois 312.644.7600 l4 632 N. Dearborn 312.266.1944 4 16 W. Ontario 312.640.1000 4 343 W. Erie 312.587.3433 4 1015 N. Rush 312.475.0300 224 W. Ontario 312.274.1880 22 W. Hubbard 312.645.6000 Yl l Food Dancing ASports Bar 4 Open til 4 am 187 nightlife lakeview | wrigleyville | uptown | roscoe vilage nightlife Goose Island Sluggers Avenue M Fulton Lounge RedNofive Bernie’s Bar Hi-Tops Smart Bar Betty’s Blue Star Lounge Funky Buddha Lounge RESERVE Blarney Stone Hye Bar SoPo Cleo’s G-Cue Billiards Sonotheque Belly’s John Barleycorn Sports Corner Grill Club Foot Ghost Bar at Nine Stanley’s Bungalow kirkwood bar & grill waterhouse Dante’s Jefferson Tap & Grille Transit Casey Moran’s mad river Witt’S Darkroom Juniors Twisted Spoke The Central Matilda’s live music dragonfly mandarin lumen union park Dugan’s Matchbox victor hotel Emmit’s relax 3474 N. Clark 773.244.8000 l 3664 N. Clark 773.525.1898 A Yl 3424 N. Sheffield 773.348.1078 3210 N. Lincoln 773.525.3632 1622 W. Belmont 773.244.0400 3660 N. Clark 773.755.4444 lA Y 3466 N. Clark 773.880.2222 lA Coobah 3423 N. Southport 773.528.2220 Cullen’s 3741 N. Southport 773.975.0600 Full Shilling 3724 N. Clark 773.248.3330 lA 188 west loop | river west | ukrainian village Bar Celona Y Outdoor Seating 3535 N. Clark 773.832.9040 l 3540 N. Clark 773.248.0055 A l 3551 N. Sheffield 773.348.0009 lA 3730 N. Clark 773.549.0203 4 3707 N. Southport 773.244.4057 3418 N. Southport 773.348.0100 Yl 3524 N. Clark 773.549.6000 lA 956 W. Addison 773.929.1441 lA Y 2934 N. Sheffield 773.770.0700 l 3407 N. Paulina 773.871.1200 lY 2909 N. Sheffield 773.935.7500 A l 2913 N. Lincoln 773.528.7032 Yl Cubby Bear 3101 N. Sheffield 773.883.4400 l 1059 W. Addison 773.327.1662 A l messner’s 3553 N. Southport 773.325.0123 A lY Moe’s Cantina 3518 N. Clark 773.248.0002 l Murphy’s Bleachers 3655 N. Sheffield 773.281.5356 Yl l Food Dancing Green Mill 4802 N. Broadway 773.878.5552 4 Metro 3730 N. Clark 773.549.0203 4 Schuba’s Tavern 3159 N. Southport 773.525.2508 A Sports Bar 4 Open til 4 am 695 N. Milwaukee 312.243.1133 lY 1600 W. Grand 312.243.1699 l4 1935 W. Chicago 312.243.5600 l 1824 W. Augusta 773.489.0379 1200 W. Hubbard 312.243.9350 YlA 2210 W. Chicago 773.276.1411 Y 832 W. Randolph 312.787.7600 l 128 S. Halsted 312.421.7191 l 495 N. Milwaukee 312.563.9631 l five star bar & Grill 1424 W. Chicago 312.850.2555 l Y Outdoor Seating 955 W. Fulton Market 312.942.9500 Y 728 W. Grand 312.666.1695 156 N. Morgan 312.850.3170 l 325 N. Jefferson 312.648.0100 Y lA 4 724 W. Maxwell 312.421.2277 lA 839 W. Fulton Market 312.773.2222 770 N. Milwaukee 312.666.9292 Y 324 S. Racine 312.433.0007 l 1431 W. Lake 312.491.8600 4 501 N. Ogden 312.666.1500 lY 228 S. Racine 312.243.9002 lA 311 N. Sangamon 312.733.9600 l wine bars Beviamo Wine Bar 1450 W. Chicago 312.666.6006 1358 W. Taylor 312.455.8255 plush The Tasting Room 1104 W. Madison 312.491.9800 l Dancing 858 W. Lake 312.455.1111 1444 W. Chicago 312.226.7600 440 W. Randolph 312.575.9900 l l Food 440 N. Halsted 312.733.6699 4 1415 W. Randolph 312.942.1313 ASports Bar 4 Open til 4 am 189 nightlife bucktown | wicker park Black Beetle Bar Debonair Social Club Salud Blue Line Club Car Estelle’s Café & Pub SMALL BAR Cans evilolive Vintage Wine Bar Celebrity Green Eye Lounge Wicker Park Tavern Chaise Lounge lava live music Club Lucky North Side Café 2532 W. Chicago 773.384.0701 l 1548 N. Damen 773.395.3700 1640 N. Damen 773.227.2277 l 1856 W. North 773.365.0091 l 1840 W. North 773.342.1840 l 1824 W. Wabnasia 773.227.2300 l cobra lounge 235 N. Ashland 312.226.6300 2013 W. North 773.782.0450 l 4 1551 W. Division 773.235.9100 4 2403 W. Homer 773.227.8851 1942 W. Division 773.772.3400 lY 1958 W. North 773.278.5138 4lA 1635 N. Damen 773.384.3555 Yl Empty Bottle PINT 1547 N. Milwaukee 773.772.0990 l Danny’s Pontiac Café Y Outdoor Seating 2049 W. Division 773.772.2727 Double Door plan b bar and kitchen 1951 W. Dickens 773.489.6457 1471 N. Milwaukee 773.235.5577 Yl 1270 N. Milwaukee 773.342.5282 Courtland’s Garage 1645 W. Cortland 773.862.7877 190 1575 N. Milwaukee 773.227.7900 l 1635 N. Milwaukee 773.252.2680 l 1531 N. Damen 773.252.7767 Yl l Food Dancing 1572 N. Milwaukee 773.489.3160 1035 N. Western 773.276.3600 Reservation Blues 1566 N. Milwaukee 773.645.5200 l Smoke Daddy 1804 W. Division 773.772.6656 Yl Subterranean 2011 W. North 773.278.6600 l A Sports Bar 4 Open til 4 am 191 Dear Ketel One Drinker At this time of year it can be difficult to find suitable gifts for all your friends and family. Please find below a list of helpful suggestions: Ketel One Ketel One Citroen Ketel One Vodka distilled from wheat. ©2007 Imported by Nolet Spirits U.S.A., Aliso Viejo, CA. All rights reserved. 40% ALC/VOL. Please drink responsibly. www.KetelOne.com.
