Monthly Archives: March 2010
From Acrobatic Cats to Barbra Streisand, Skokie Theatre Entertains
AND UNIQUE THIS WEEKEND?
HOW ABOUT ACROBATIC CATS?!
Samantha Martin and The Amazing Acro-Cats and the Rock-Cats come to Skokie Theatre, Saturday March 20th at 12:00 and 2:00pm.
See the Amazing Acro-Cats Live and in Purr-son perform over 30 tricks and feats of agility. Audiences are astounded as they watch these fantastic felines push carts, ride skateboards, roll barrels, ring bells, turn on lights, walk tight ropes, jump through hoops and much more!
The Amazing Acro-Cats are part of Amazing Animals by Samantha, a private educational zoo owned and operated by Samantha Martin, a Chicago-based animal trainer and feline specialist. Her animal troupe have appeared on numerous national television shows, including TMZ, The Tonight Show and Animal Planet, as well as films, commercials and print advertising campaigns.
Ok, so you missed One Night Only: Barbra Streisand & Quartet at VILLAGE VANGUARD in New York City. The dvd will be out in a few weeks. Until then, there is BAB FAB!
Celebrate the birthday of the legendary Barbra Streisand with the third annual “Bab Fab: The Barbra Streisand Birthday Celebration”. THREE NIGHTS!
It kicks off on April 23rd with a Streisand connoisseur Matt Howe, and then continues with two great performances of Streisand’s work on April 24th and 25th. All performances can be found at the Skokie Theatre Music Foundation.
Spend an evening with Barbra Streisand activist Matt Howe on April 23rd, 2010 at 8pm. Matt’s passion for the life and career of Barbra Streisand has not only inspired him to create one of the most thorough informational websites on Barbra but has gained the respect and admiration of several of Barbra’s creative associates and top people in the entertainment industry.
“Bab Fab” will continue on April 24th at 8pm and April 25th at 2pm with A Barbra Streisand Musical Celebration. This performance will cover Streisand’s fantastic musical career, from her early days in Greenwich Village to her incredible rise to super stardom. Rob Dorn escorts audiences through a Streisand musical timeline assisted by some of Chicago’s leading cabaret and musical theater talent, including Amy Cole, Elizabeth Dowling, Hilary Ann Feldman, Laura Freeman, Scott Gryder, Beckie Menzie, Tom Michael, Marianne Murphy Orland, Jason Paul Smith and more!
Skokie Theatre Music Foundation, 7924 N. Lincoln Avenue, Skokie, Illinois 60077.
order tickets by calling 847-677-7761 or onlie at Skokie Theatre.
Best of Gay Chicago
ADAM BOUSKA in Chicago to Discuss NOH8 with the LGBT Community
became a LGBT activist quite by accident. He calls it “accidental activism“. Gosh, he has come a long way in the 6 years we have known him!
Derrick and I met Adam in 2003. He was living here in the suburbs of Chicago and had just graduated college where he studied Computer Science. Being a photographer myself, I was always on the lookout for fresh new young talent.
I met Adam and asked him to pose for me. During our photo shoot, he confided that Computer Science was not really his passion. And though he was dabbling with modeling, it was the art of photography and expression potential that really intrigued him.
Shortly afterwards, Adam moved to Southern California. We stayed in touch now and then through MySpace and watched as Adam’s young budding career began to blossom exponentially through social media communities and popular blogs!
It didn’t take long and his name was sprouting up everywhere on the Internet!
In November 2008, Proposition 8 in California happened. California wanted to put a stop to the idea of gay marriage. The defeat of Prop 8 provoked a groundswell of activism within the LGBTQ community and many new political and protest organizations were formed in response to the defeat. It was like Stonewall was happening again!
Adam was in Chicago this weekend speaking at LGBT CHANGE UNITE + FIGHT, EAA Midwest Conference at Columbia College. The conference ran 3 days and was a series of workshops and speakers geared towards activism in the hopes to fire up the Midwest LGBTQ communities.
Adam, his partner Jeff Parshley and some friends attended the Prop 8 rallies in Los Angeles. Afterwords, they got so emotionally stirred they knew they wanted to do something, to make some kind of statement. He and a dozen friends went to the store and bought some paints and duct tape, went back to his apartment and shot photos. Using photography as his voice, Adam placed tape over their mouths and painted the now famous NOH8 on their cheeks, and the next day posted their images to MySpace and Facebook, to demonstrate their silent protest.
Before he knew it, a dozen more friends wanted to do the same thing . Adam shot more photos and those friends also posted them online. The next month 30 of their friends wanted the same photos! It started to grow exponentially. In the 6 months that followed it exploded and nearly 500 people had been photographed and pictures were flooding the Internet.
Soon celebrities want to join in and show their support. To date, 3,000+ faces have been shot by Adam and his team for the NOH8 Campaign. The campaign began with portraits of everyday Californians from all walks of life and soon rose to include politicians, military personnel, newlyweds, law enforcement, artists, celebrities, and many more.
Cindy McCain, wife of former Presidential candidate Senator John McCain, was even photographed by Adam, speaking out on behalf of gay marriage rights as part of a popular ongoing photo campaign. “Cindy McCain wanted to participate in the campaign to show people that party doesn’t matter – marriage equality isn’t a Republican issue any more than it is a Democratic issue. It’s about human rights, and everybody being treated equally in the eyes of the law that runs and protects this country.”
The NOH8 Campaign has received overwhelming support from around the world, appearing on various local and national news programs and publications. The images are currently being used on various social networking sites to spread the message of equality, predominantly Facebook and Twitter. Eventually the images are expected to be compiled for a large-scale media campaign. The group just shot their 3rd PSA. There has been talks of a billboard, possible calendar, coffee table books and even a documentary.
Just last month the team shot 500 people in 5 hours in New York City. Adam hopes to tour major cities soon, doing more open shoots and spreading the message across the country. “This is much bigger than just about Prop 8. And when we win this, when Prop 8 is overturned, and it will be, we’re not stopping. It’s about Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell….it’s about gay civil rights….it’s about the big picture now!” Groups as far away as Germany and Australia have even started similar campaigns.
Remember when Gay Pride and National Coming Out day was just once a year? Thanks to the power of Social Media and the interconnectedness of the Internet these days, we can make a statement about who we are and show the world our messages. “Activism needs to be a part of your DAILY LIFE and your lifestyle. Not just once a year.”
THE NOH8 store online has t-shirts, bumper stickers, tattoos and my favorite, THE BRACELET! Funds raised by the NOH8 Campaign will be used to continue promoting and raising awareness for Marriage Equality and anti-discrimination on a global level through an educational and interactive media campaign.
Adam will hopefully get back to Chicago later this year for an Open Call NOH8 shoot here. We’ll keep you posted!
Adam Bouska
Adam Bouska MySpace
Adam Bouska FaceBook
http://twitter.com/bouska
NOH8 CAMPAIGN
Michael Snell and Derrick Sorles BEST GAY CHICAGO / BEST GAY NEWS
ADAM BOUSKA in Chicago to Discuss NOH8 with the LGBT Community
became a LGBT activist quite by accident. He calls it “accidental activism“. Gosh, he has come a long way in the 6 years we have known him!
Derrick and I met Adam in 2003. He was living here in the suburbs of Chicago and had just graduated college where he studied Computer Science. Being a photographer myself, I was always on the lookout for fresh new young talent.
I met Adam and asked him to pose for me. During our photo shoot, he confided that Computer Science was not really his passion. And though he was dabbling with modeling, it was the art of photography and expression potential that really intrigued him.
Shortly afterwards, Adam moved to Southern California. We stayed in touch now and then through MySpace and watched as Adam’s young budding career began to blossom exponentially through social media communities and popular blogs!
It didn’t take long and his name was sprouting up everywhere on the Internet!
In November 2008, Proposition 8 in California happened. California wanted to put a stop to the idea of gay marriage. The defeat of Prop 8 provoked a groundswell of activism within the LGBTQ community and many new political and protest organizations were formed in response to the defeat. It was like Stonewall was happening again!
Adam was in Chicago this weekend speaking at LGBT CHANGE UNITE + FIGHT, EAA Midwest Conference at Columbia College. The conference ran 3 days and was a series of workshops and speakers geared towards activism in the hopes to fire up the Midwest LGBTQ communities.
Adam, his partner Jeff Parshley and some friends attended the Prop 8 rallies in Los Angeles. Afterwords, they got so emotionally stirred they knew they wanted to do something, to make some kind of statement. He and a dozen friends went to the store and bought some paints and duct tape, went back to his apartment and shot photos. Using photography as his voice, Adam placed tape over their mouths and painted the now famous NOH8 on their cheeks, and the next day posted their images to MySpace and Facebook, to demonstrate their silent protest.
Before he knew it, a dozen more friends wanted to do the same thing . Adam shot more photos and those friends also posted them online. The next month 30 of their friends wanted the same photos! It started to grow exponentially. In the 6 months that followed it exploded and nearly 500 people had been photographed and pictures were flooding the Internet.
Soon celebrities want to join in and show their support. To date, 3,000+ faces have been shot by Adam and his team for the NOH8 Campaign. The campaign began with portraits of everyday Californians from all walks of life and soon rose to include politicians, military personnel, newlyweds, law enforcement, artists, celebrities, and many more.
Cindy McCain, wife of former Presidential candidate Senator John McCain, was even photographed by Adam, speaking out on behalf of gay marriage rights as part of a popular ongoing photo campaign. “Cindy McCain wanted to participate in the campaign to show people that party doesn’t matter – marriage equality isn’t a Republican issue any more than it is a Democratic issue. It’s about human rights, and everybody being treated equally in the eyes of the law that runs and protects this country.”
The NOH8 Campaign has received overwhelming support from around the world, appearing on various local and national news programs and publications. The images are currently being used on various social networking sites to spread the message of equality, predominantly Facebook and Twitter. Eventually the images are expected to be compiled for a large-scale media campaign. The group just shot their 3rd PSA. There has been talks of a billboard, possible calendar, coffee table books and even a documentary.
Just last month the team shot 500 people in 5 hours in New York City. Adam hopes to tour major cities soon, doing more open shoots and spreading the message across the country. “This is much bigger than just about Prop 8. And when we win this, when Prop 8 is overturned, and it will be, we’re not stopping. It’s about Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell….it’s about gay civil rights….it’s about the big picture now!” Groups as far away as Germany and Australia have even started similar campaigns.
Remember when Gay Pride and National Coming Out day was just once a year? Thanks to the power of Social Media and the interconnectedness of the Internet these days, we can make a statement about who we are and show the world our messages. “Activism needs to be a part of your DAILY LIFE and your lifestyle. Not just once a year.”
THE NOH8 store online has t-shirts, bumper stickers, tattoos and my favorite, THE BRACELET! Funds raised by the NOH8 Campaign will be used to continue promoting and raising awareness for Marriage Equality and anti-discrimination on a global level through an educational and interactive media campaign.
Adam will hopefully get back to Chicago later this year for an Open Call NOH8 shoot here. We’ll keep you posted!
Adam Bouska
Adam Bouska MySpace
Adam Bouska FaceBook
http://twitter.com/bouska
NOH8 CAMPAIGN
Michael Snell and Derrick Sorles BEST GAY CHICAGO / BEST GAY NEWS
Best Thin Crust Pizza and Best Buffalo Hot Wings in/near Chicago’s Boystown
At BoJono’s Pizzeria, this popular carry-out neighborhood spot serve’s up fresh and healthy Italian cuisine. Family-owned and operated since 1994 all their food is homemade from the sauces to the sausage. If you are a lover of NYC-style pizza you’ll love their cheesy, thin-crust pies. They also offer appetizers, soups, salads, pasta and delicious desserts.
The owner, Craig was a former chef of the Chicago Yacht Club and the Ritz Carlton. At the urging of his family Craig left the chef world to open this business.
We moved into the neighborhood at the edge of Boystown/Buena Park/Uptown discovered BoJono’s about 7 years ago and have been loyal customers ever since. I swear their Hot Buffalo Chicken Wings are the BEST I have ever had. And we love to order a thin crust Margherita-style pizza with fresh sliced tomotoes, fresh basil and their chopped spicy cajun chicken!
The pizza is available thin crust, pan or stuffed.
They do an awesom Vegetarian Delight Pizza with
Broccoli, Mushrooms, Sun-Dried Tomatoes & Onions.
A Mexican-style Taco Pizza with Refried Beans, Tortilla Chips, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion & Ground Beef.
And a tangy BBQ Pizza with Chicken, BBQ Sauce & Onions.
Besides pizza, they also offer soups, sandwiches, salads and a great selection of entrees.
Specialty dishes among our favorites are their Stuffed Shells. Jumbo Shells Stuffed with Spinach & Ricotta Cheese, Baked with Mozzarella & Marina.
also BoJono’s Cajun Pasta with Chicken, Red Peppers & Onions in a Special Tangy Cajun Cream Sauce.
Don’t take our word for it – look at what others have to say….
“Chopped Chicken Pasta Salad, great amount for a great price.”
“Mostly however I come here for the Buffalo Chicken Sandwich with a side of steak fries and a extra container of Bleu Cheese dressing. The first for the sandwich, the second for the fries. This is what it is all about!”
“I first had Bojono’s about 4 years ago when I had a bite of a friend’s taco pizza. It was pretty good. So the next time that I wanted to order delivery, my friend suggested Bojono’s but not their pizza. I ended up ordering Bojono’s salad and Bojono’s Cajun Touch pasta all on a recommendation! Since then, I have probably ordered this 50 times.”
“Bojono’s absolutely has the BEST thin crust pizza I have ever had. It’s fresh, always well made, and I love their sauce!”
If you can’t make it in, have it delivered.
They just launched an interactive online ordering system. Place your order online and the system will remember you next time! Delivered right to your home or office.
Order from work and have their delicious cuisine arrive at your door right after you get home!
BoJono’s Pizzeria
OPEN seven days 11 am to 10 pm
4185 N. Clarendon (773) 404-9700
BoJono’s is Awarded our 5 CROWNS!
The Best of Gay Chicago
Best Thin Crust Pizza and Best Buffalo Hot Wings in/near Chicago’s Boystown
At BoJono’s Pizzeria, this popular carry-out neighborhood spot serve’s up fresh and healthy Italian cuisine. Family-owned and operated since 1994 all their food is homemade from the sauces to the sausage. If you are a lover of NYC-style pizza you’ll love their cheesy, thin-crust pies. They also offer appetizers, soups, salads, pasta and delicious desserts.
The owner, Craig was a former chef of the Chicago Yacht Club and the Ritz Carlton. At the urging of his family Craig left the chef world to open this business.
We moved into the neighborhood at the edge of Boystown/Buena Park/Uptown discovered BoJono’s about 7 years ago and have been loyal customers ever since. I swear their Hot Buffalo Chicken Wings are the BEST I have ever had. And we love to order a thin crust Margherita-style pizza with fresh sliced tomotoes, fresh basil and their chopped spicy cajun chicken!
The pizza is available thin crust, pan or stuffed.
They do an awesom Vegetarian Delight Pizza with
Broccoli, Mushrooms, Sun-Dried Tomatoes & Onions.
A Mexican-style Taco Pizza with Refried Beans, Tortilla Chips, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion & Ground Beef.
And a tangy BBQ Pizza with Chicken, BBQ Sauce & Onions.
Besides pizza, they also offer soups, sandwiches, salads and a great selection of entrees.
Specialty dishes among our favorites are their Stuffed Shells. Jumbo Shells Stuffed with Spinach & Ricotta Cheese, Baked with Mozzarella & Marina.
also BoJono’s Cajun Pasta with Chicken, Red Peppers & Onions in a Special Tangy Cajun Cream Sauce.
Don’t take our word for it – look at what others have to say….
“Chopped Chicken Pasta Salad, great amount for a great price.”
“Mostly however I come here for the Buffalo Chicken Sandwich with a side of steak fries and a extra container of Bleu Cheese dressing. The first for the sandwich, the second for the fries. This is what it is all about!”
“I first had Bojono’s about 4 years ago when I had a bite of a friend’s taco pizza. It was pretty good. So the next time that I wanted to order delivery, my friend suggested Bojono’s but not their pizza. I ended up ordering Bojono’s salad and Bojono’s Cajun Touch pasta all on a recommendation! Since then, I have probably ordered this 50 times.”
“Bojono’s absolutely has the BEST thin crust pizza I have ever had. It’s fresh, always well made, and I love their sauce!”
If you can’t make it in, have it delivered.
They just launched an interactive online ordering system. Place your order online and the system will remember you next time! Delivered right to your home or office.
Order from work and have their delicious cuisine arrive at your door right after you get home!
BoJono’s Pizzeria
OPEN seven days 11 am to 10 pm
4185 N. Clarendon (773) 404-9700
BoJono’s is Awarded our 5 CROWNS!
The Best of Gay Chicago
AIDS Foundation of Chicago 25th Year May 1, 2010
At the AIDS Foundation of Chicago, we know how to throw a party with a purpose.
From our dessert-filled extravaganza known as the World of Chocolate to the artistic grace of Dance for Life, we engage and excite our guests while elevating action against the epidemic of our lifetime.
You are invited to join the AIDS Foundation of Chicago as we mark 25 years of service and leadership in the fight against AIDS. So mark your calendars. After all, a party just wouldn’t be a party without you.
Event Information
- Date: Saturday, May 1, 2010
- Time: 6:00 p.m. to Midnight
- Location: Hilton Chicago, 720 S. Michigan Avenue
- Entertainment: THE BANGLES
- Tickets: To purchase tickets, click here or call (312) 922-2322 ext. 340
- Hotel Information: The Hilton Chicago is offering guests a special room rate.
- To make your reservations call 1-877-865-5320 and use Group Code AID.
ENTERTAINMENT –
Rock historians view THE BANGLES as one of the greatest all-female bands ever. From their beginnings in Los Angeles’ Paisley Underground scene through their reign as the smart-pop princesses of the 1980s, the band has released numerous chart hits including Manic Monday, Hazy Shade Of Winter, the #1 ballad Eternal Flame, and the hit dance track Walk Like An Egyptian, which topped at Billboard’s #1 for four weeks in a row – a feat no other all-female band had achieved at that time.
The “Super Silent” Auction will feature approximately 20 fabulous items which include artwork, amazing trips, and a host of other surprises. Come early and come ready to bid on our “Super Silent” Auction. Auction opens at 6:00 p.m. Below are a few highlights…
Escape to the heart of Mexico for a four night stay in San Miguel; bask in the sun for five nights at the Westin Club Regina in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico; recharge and refresh with a three night all inclusive stay at Canyon Ranch Health Resort in Tucson, Arizona; experience two nights in Las Vegas and remember – what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas; and, of course, our own first class destination city, Chicago, with stays at some of our finest hotels… get ready to pack your bags!
See you there!
The Best of Gay Chicago
El Mariachi – Biggest Tequila Bar, Best Guacomole and Freshest Mexican Food in Boystown Lakeview Chicago
Established in 1996,
a father and his 2 sons opened a small 10-table restaurant in the Boystown/East Lakeview community. El Mariachi has gradually grown over the years by following a strict policy of only serving top quality, authentic dishes and margaritas. The restaurant steadily grew in popularity with the support of loyal patrons who loved the families recipes of authentic food.
At the newest location, El Mariachi Tequila Bar & Grill, they offer a much bigger menu, fresh tableside guacamole that is made to order and an extensive selection of over 175 tequilas! (all 100% Blue Agave). This makes it the biggest tequila bar in Chicago!
DID YOU KNOW? There are two basic categories of tequila: mixtos and 100% agave. Mixtos use no less than 51% agave, with other sugars making up the remainder.
When tequila is produced it can go thru many different stages and techniques, just like wines. Some distilleries cook mature agave in huge stone ovens, some may go through steam ovens, and some are allowed to ferment in wood tanks or stainless steel barrels. Each technique can produce different flavors.
Tequila is usually bottled in one of five categories:
- Blanco (“white”) or plata (“silver”): white spirit, un-aged and bottled or stored immediately after distillation, or aged less than two months in stainless steel or neutral oak barrels;
- Joven (“young”) or oro (“gold”): is the result of blending Silver Tequila with Reposado and/or Añejo and/or extra Añejo Tequila;
- Reposado (“rested”): aged a minimum of two months, but less than a year in oak barrels;
- Añejo (“aged” or “vintage”): aged a minimum of one year, but less than three years in oak barrels;
- Extra Añejo (“extra aged” or “ultra aged”): aged a minimum of three years in oak barrels.
If you’re lucky, on some evenings they pass around samplings to customers. Ask about some “sipping” tequila at the bar, and the staff will quickly educate you and even provide “flights” of tequila to show you the differences between the various grades and brands. A nice way to start off an evening. And of course the selection of Margarita styles and options is huge!
From the start, from the airy crisp fresh home-made tortilla chips to the 2 fresh flavors of salsa, the quality here is evident.
I have dined here probably a dozen times or more since this newest location opened. The food is always good and hot, presented in an appealing way, and most times comes up in a timely manner.
When I dine out, I like to split an entrée and have room to try other things as well. El Mariachi has some great starters that should not be missed. They offer one of the best black bean soups I have ever had and a delicious chipotle and tomato based tortilla soup, which is topped off with avocado and sour cream.
A nice appetizer I enjoy in the summer is their traditional shrimp ceviche. And in the winter I love their Queso Fundido. It is one of the best I have ever had. Just the right texture and not too greasy or oily. They use a very high-quality cheese.
Queso Fundido is billed as a “cheese fondue”. And I think many diners order this dish at Mexican restaurants expecting a warm semi-liquid sauce in a pot, to dip in. But it’s not. It’s more a cheese spread of sorts. It’s melted cheese, not a cheese sauce. It traditionally comes with chorizo sausage added, I like mine plain, but I have also ordered it with some chopped shrimp or chopped chicken added to it. And it is served with some flour or corn tortillas to make a little sandwich appetizer or I just like to scoop it onto their delicious chips and top it off with a dab of their salsa!
If you love guacamole, you have to get it here and they make it to order tableside. It’s ALWAYS good. Never thinned down like some restaurants will blend in sour cream. Just fresh, pure, quality ingredients. Just recently a new chef came onboard and suggested they add just a few drops of avocado oil to the guacamole which gives it a nice smooth texture and finish.
Entree’s range from a big assortment of carnes/meats, mariscos/seafood and pollo/chicken dishes. And all of the traditional Mexican favorites are here as well; Burritos, Flautas, Fajitas, Enchiladas, Tacos and a variety of combinations. People will tell me they don’t like Mexican food – I bring them here and they love it. There is something for everyone. Most of food is traditional Mexican but many come with a fresh approach. A variety of sides include Lime Rice and Mexican Corn. There are four Vegetarian dishes as well and many of the traditional fare can be made vegetarian.
The father here created a topping of specialty seasoned shrimp and sauce which he calls “Costena“. And it is available on the grilled steak, on the chicken breasts, or on the catfish, which I am told is extremely popular. I LOVE IT on the chicken!
I think most all of the entree’s here are generous portions and filling and it’s very easy to split an appetizer, share an entree and save room for a dessert. YOU WILL BE FULL!
Fresh made dessert includes traditional Flan (baked custard with light carmel sauce), Banana’s Flambéed with Tequila, melt-in-your-mouth Margarita Cheesecake, traditional Sopapillas (fried dough with cinnamon, honey and ice cream) and for the chocolate lover, a moist and rich flourless chocolate cake made with nuts and cherries and some gran marnier! See why I said you need to save some room for dessert?! Most people over eat at their meal and leave no room, and a taste of something sweet with a dash of Mexican coffee, is the perfect finish.
The back garden patio is fantastic in the summer. Unlike so many patios here in Chicago, you are shielded from the noisy street and the busy buses. Secluded with sunlight or shady spots, whatever you want…all tucked into a secret little garden in the back. Summertime heaven. The patio is not open real late at night, out of respect for the neighbors.
Also this summer, the restaurant will be offering some unique spaces on the property which will be available for rent for private parties and events. Then in the fall, the family hope to unveil their newest property; at 3445 Broadway (right by the original location 3420) in the old Triangle Photo Building will be home to their new (yet unnamed) traditional Steakhouse with Mexican flair!
There are lots of specials on various nights –
MONDAYS 1/2 Price Margaritas $16 Margarita Pitchers
TUESDAYS 1/2 Price Sangrias $15 Sangria Pitchers
WEDNESDAYS 1/2 Price Margaritas $16 Margarita Pitchers
THURSDAYS $4 Cantaritos $2 off any tequila
SUNDAYS $18 Rio Grande Margarita (60 oz.)
SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS Special Brunch Menu 11 am-3 pm
$3 mimosas & bellinis $3 bloody marys
BE THEIR FRIEND/FAN ON FACEBOOK AND GET THE SPECIAL
SCOOP ON PROMOTIONS ONLY FOR THEIR FACEBOOK FANS
Adrian, one of the two brothers who helps run the restaurant has been working with his father since the age of 11! He prides himself on quality management. “We pride ourselves on selecting quality ingredients and not skimping to save a few pennies, like some restaurants might do. And we watch the restaurant very closey and listen to what the customers tell us for feedback. We run reports to see what sells best and we change the menu around as needed. We are going to launch another new menu any day now!”
The El Mariachi restaurants get awarded our FIVE CROWNS!
El Mariachi Tequila Bar & Grill 3906 N Broadway Ph. 773.549.2932
Mon-Thurs. 5:00pm-11:00, Fri. 5:00pm-12am, Sat. 11:00am-11:00pm, Sun.11:00-10:00pm
El Mariachi Restaurant – Original 3420 N Broadway Ph. 773.549.7020
11:00am-11:00pm 7 days a week
El Mariachi – Biggest Tequila Bar, Best Guacomole and Freshest Mexican Food in Boystown Lakeview Chicago
Established in 1996,
a father and his 2 sons opened a small 10-table restaurant in the Boystown/East Lakeview community. El Mariachi has gradually grown over the years by following a strict policy of only serving top quality, authentic dishes and margaritas. The restaurant steadily grew in popularity with the support of loyal patrons who loved the families recipes of authentic food.
At the newest location, El Mariachi Tequila Bar & Grill, they offer a much bigger menu, fresh tableside guacamole that is made to order and an extensive selection of over 175 tequilas! (all 100% Blue Agave). This makes it the biggest tequila bar in Chicago!
DID YOU KNOW? There are two basic categories of tequila: mixtos and 100% agave. Mixtos use no less than 51% agave, with other sugars making up the remainder.
When tequila is produced it can go thru many different stages and techniques, just like wines. Some distilleries cook mature agave in huge stone ovens, some may go through steam ovens, and some are allowed to ferment in wood tanks or stainless steel barrels. Each technique can produce different flavors.
Tequila is usually bottled in one of five categories:
- Blanco (“white”) or plata (“silver”): white spirit, un-aged and bottled or stored immediately after distillation, or aged less than two months in stainless steel or neutral oak barrels;
- Joven (“young”) or oro (“gold”): is the result of blending Silver Tequila with Reposado and/or Añejo and/or extra Añejo Tequila;
- Reposado (“rested”): aged a minimum of two months, but less than a year in oak barrels;
- Añejo (“aged” or “vintage”): aged a minimum of one year, but less than three years in oak barrels;
- Extra Añejo (“extra aged” or “ultra aged”): aged a minimum of three years in oak barrels.
If you’re lucky, on some evenings they pass around samplings to customers. Ask about some “sipping” tequila at the bar, and the staff will quickly educate you and even provide “flights” of tequila to show you the differences between the various grades and brands. A nice way to start off an evening. And of course the selection of Margarita styles and options is huge!
From the start, from the airy crisp fresh home-made tortilla chips to the 2 fresh flavors of salsa, the quality here is evident.
I have dined here probably a dozen times or more since this newest location opened. The food is always good and hot, presented in an appealing way, and most times comes up in a timely manner.
When I dine out, I like to split an entrée and have room to try other things as well. El Mariachi has some great starters that should not be missed. They offer one of the best black bean soups I have ever had and a delicious chipotle and tomato based tortilla soup, which is topped off with avocado and sour cream.
A nice appetizer I enjoy in the summer is their traditional shrimp ceviche. And in the winter I love their Queso Fundido. It is one of the best I have ever had. Just the right texture and not too greasy or oily. They use a very high-quality cheese.
Queso Fundido is billed as a “cheese fondue”. And I think many diners order this dish at Mexican restaurants expecting a warm semi-liquid sauce in a pot, to dip in. But it’s not. It’s more a cheese spread of sorts. It’s melted cheese, not a cheese sauce. It traditionally comes with chorizo sausage added, I like mine plain, but I have also ordered it with some chopped shrimp or chopped chicken added to it. And it is served with some flour or corn tortillas to make a little sandwich appetizer or I just like to scoop it onto their delicious chips and top it off with a dab of their salsa!
If you love guacamole, you have to get it here and they make it to order tableside. It’s ALWAYS good. Never thinned down like some restaurants will blend in sour cream. Just fresh, pure, quality ingredients. Just recently a new chef came onboard and suggested they add just a few drops of avocado oil to the guacamole which gives it a nice smooth texture and finish.
Entree’s range from a big assortment of carnes/meats, mariscos/seafood and pollo/chicken dishes. And all of the traditional Mexican favorites are here as well; Burritos, Flautas, Fajitas, Enchiladas, Tacos and a variety of combinations. People will tell me they don’t like Mexican food – I bring them here and they love it. There is something for everyone. Most of food is traditional Mexican but many come with a fresh approach. A variety of sides include Lime Rice and Mexican Corn. There are four Vegetarian dishes as well and many of the traditional fare can be made vegetarian.
The father here created a topping of specialty seasoned shrimp and sauce which he calls “Costena“. And it is available on the grilled steak, on the chicken breasts, or on the catfish, which I am told is extremely popular. I LOVE IT on the chicken!
I think most all of the entree’s here are generous portions and filling and it’s very easy to split an appetizer, share an entree and save room for a dessert. YOU WILL BE FULL!
Fresh made dessert includes traditional Flan (baked custard with light carmel sauce), Banana’s Flambéed with Tequila, melt-in-your-mouth Margarita Cheesecake, traditional Sopapillas (fried dough with cinnamon, honey and ice cream) and for the chocolate lover, a moist and rich flourless chocolate cake made with nuts and cherries and some gran marnier! See why I said you need to save some room for dessert?! Most people over eat at their meal and leave no room, and a taste of something sweet with a dash of Mexican coffee, is the perfect finish.
The back garden patio is fantastic in the summer. Unlike so many patios here in Chicago, you are shielded from the noisy street and the busy buses. Secluded with sunlight or shady spots, whatever you want…all tucked into a secret little garden in the back. Summertime heaven. The patio is not open real late at night, out of respect for the neighbors.
Also this summer, the restaurant will be offering some unique spaces on the property which will be available for rent for private parties and events. Then in the fall, the family hope to unveil their newest property; at 3445 Broadway (right by the original location 3420) in the old Triangle Photo Building will be home to their new (yet unnamed) traditional Steakhouse with Mexican flair!
There are lots of specials on various nights –
MONDAYS 1/2 Price Margaritas $16 Margarita Pitchers
TUESDAYS 1/2 Price Sangrias $15 Sangria Pitchers
WEDNESDAYS 1/2 Price Margaritas $16 Margarita Pitchers
THURSDAYS $4 Cantaritos $2 off any tequila
SUNDAYS $18 Rio Grande Margarita (60 oz.)
SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS Special Brunch Menu 11 am-3 pm
$3 mimosas & bellinis $3 bloody marys
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Adrian, one of the two brothers who helps run the restaurant has been working with his father since the age of 11! He prides himself on quality management. “We pride ourselves on selecting quality ingredients and not skimping to save a few pennies, like some restaurants might do. And we watch the restaurant very closey and listen to what the customers tell us for feedback. We run reports to see what sells best and we change the menu around as needed. We are going to launch another new menu any day now!”
The El Mariachi restaurants get awarded our FIVE CROWNS!
El Mariachi Tequila Bar & Grill 3906 N Broadway Ph. 773.549.2932
Mon-Thurs. 5:00pm-11:00, Fri. 5:00pm-12am, Sat. 11:00am-11:00pm, Sun.11:00-10:00pm
El Mariachi Restaurant – Original 3420 N Broadway Ph. 773.549.7020
11:00am-11:00pm 7 days a week
Diva Gay Brunch Returns to THE SPOT Starting April 4th, Easter Sunday
One year ago,
The Spot at 4437 N Broadway
and The Scooty & JoJo Show
came together for an incredibly successful six-month engagement of Chicago’s first “wear your pancake and eat it too” variety brunch extravaganza – DIVA BRUNCH.
Following a football season hiatus, The Spot’s main dining room will once again be transformed on Sundays into a gilded glamor den where guests feast on specialty brunch cuisine as Divas and Dames of all genders provide the entertainment.
Two shows every Sunday at 11am and 1pm. Brunch package starts at $35/guest. Package includes live entertainment, a selection from our exclusive brunch menu, unlimited mimosas or bellinis for the duration of the show, and coffee or tea. Reservations for DIVA BRUNCH are highly recommended.
On Easter Sunday, April 4, as well as multiple dates throughout the year, original hosts Scooty and JoJo return to entertain guests with their unique brand of song, smarts, and sass.
New this season will be a revolving roster of diva hosts including Cabaret Haught, co-created by Scooty & JoJo’s own little bird Calidonia Olivares, who will be dishing up outrageously delectable diva diversions worthy of flying the coup.
Each Sunday will feature fabulous diva hosts and special guest stars, including cabaret singers, gender-illusionists, stand-up comics, musical groups, and stars of musical theatre, as well as the casts of currently running and upcoming musical productions around Chicago.
And while the Divas perform, The Spot will again be offering a high-end romp of decadent food for the inner diva in all of us. Guests will select their main course from an exclusive DIVA menu, featuring such fabulous brunch fare as “Strip those Eggs” (NY Strip and Eggs!) and “French Quarter Toast” (French Toast meets Bananas Foster – prepared table-side!). See the whole menu!
The package also features unlimited mimosas and
bellinis during the show and coffee or tea.
For reservations call 773-728-8934.
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Diva Gay Brunch Returns to THE SPOT Starting April 4th, Easter Sunday
One year ago,
The Spot at 4437 N Broadway
and The Scooty & JoJo Show
came together for an incredibly successful six-month engagement of Chicago’s first “wear your pancake and eat it too” variety brunch extravaganza – DIVA BRUNCH.
Following a football season hiatus, The Spot’s main dining room will once again be transformed on Sundays into a gilded glamor den where guests feast on specialty brunch cuisine as Divas and Dames of all genders provide the entertainment.
Two shows every Sunday at 11am and 1pm. Brunch package starts at $35/guest. Package includes live entertainment, a selection from our exclusive brunch menu, unlimited mimosas or bellinis for the duration of the show, and coffee or tea. Reservations for DIVA BRUNCH are highly recommended.
On Easter Sunday, April 4, as well as multiple dates throughout the year, original hosts Scooty and JoJo return to entertain guests with their unique brand of song, smarts, and sass.
New this season will be a revolving roster of diva hosts including Cabaret Haught, co-created by Scooty & JoJo’s own little bird Calidonia Olivares, who will be dishing up outrageously delectable diva diversions worthy of flying the coup.
Each Sunday will feature fabulous diva hosts and special guest stars, including cabaret singers, gender-illusionists, stand-up comics, musical groups, and stars of musical theatre, as well as the casts of currently running and upcoming musical productions around Chicago.
And while the Divas perform, The Spot will again be offering a high-end romp of decadent food for the inner diva in all of us. Guests will select their main course from an exclusive DIVA menu, featuring such fabulous brunch fare as “Strip those Eggs” (NY Strip and Eggs!) and “French Quarter Toast” (French Toast meets Bananas Foster – prepared table-side!). See the whole menu!
The package also features unlimited mimosas and
bellinis during the show and coffee or tea.
For reservations call 773-728-8934.
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Raquel Welchs Cleavage Sets off Alarms at Chicago’s O’hare Airport
She got no special treatment and officials questioned the actress in a glass office in full view of other passengers. Welch’s spokeswoman says the metal supports in the actress’s Dolce & Gabbana bustier set off the airport metal detectors, subjecting the 69-year-old Welch to a pat-down in front of other passengers.
No weapons found, Welch was allowed to board her return flight to Los Angeles.
“She probably isn’t going to fly in a bustier any more,” says Miss Welch’s spokesman of the incident.
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St Patricks Day in Chicago and the Green River
A modern day miracle occurs each year as part of the St. Patrick’s Day Parade celebration when the Chicago River turns an incredible shade of Irish green.
For the past 40+ years the Chicago River turns green for the St. Patrick’s Day Parade celebration. One would ask how this is different from the rest of the year when the river is always a murky shade of green. The difference is both significant and breathtaking because the color green is identical to the greens of Ireland from where it got its name “The Emerald Isle.”
In 1961 Stephen Baily was approached by a plumber who was wearing some white coveralls, they knew this only because they could see some of the original color. These coveralls had been mostly stained or dyed a perfect shade of green, an Irish green to better describe it.
It was when Stephen Bailey asked how the coveralls got this way, that they discovered that the dye used to detect leaks into the river turned green, not just any color green, but the perfect color green. Baily said“Why couldn’t we dye the whole river for St. Patrick’s Day?”
A green tradition was born in Chicago.
And they actually use an orange dye, not green!
Where and When
10:30 – 10:45am: Saturday March 13th.
This is scheduled around 10:30-10:45, Saturday March 13th and can be best viewed from the East side of the bridge at Columbus Drive or upper and lower Wacker Drive between Columbus and Lake Shore Drive.
Goode Plumbing – Best Plumbers in Chicago
BEST GAY CHICAGO RECOMMENDS….
A few months ago we needed a plumber ~ UGH, big sigh, we hate having to find contractors for anything… the drama, the unknown expense and the crazy service charges and fees when you don’t know the lingo and whether or not you’re simply being ripped off.
We needed and wanted a new kitchen sink installed to replace a really old one we hated and timely enough, our aging toilet was acting up and we decided to replace it as well and we were going to be “green” and get a dual-flush, environmentally-friendly low water usage toilet as a replacement.
We were flooded with memories… unfortunately, BAD MEMORIES of plumbers past! About 10 years ago, we had to hire a plumber to replace a hot water tank in our home! The guy had given us “an estimate” that seemed reasonable compared to 2 other plumbing contractors, but afterward, the job then allegedly “took longer” than he thought, so the final bill was $250 more than the original estimate.
Plus he was messy and we are clean freak queens! I had to do some major clean up after he left. Neat and tidy are not two words that are often associated with plumbers, or any contractor for that matter. In fact, many drive trucks up on your driveway leaking oil, leave supply packaging lying around your house, and drag who knows what into your home on their shoes! And can I just say, although it is so stereotypical, most of the time, I really do not care to see a service workers butt crack hanging out of their pants.
Fast forward back to present. Late last summer we had met the Michael J. Goode,the owner from Goode Plumbing at an LGBT Business Expo at The Center on Halsted. Thank goodness we had tossed Mike’s business card in one of our business card piles and easily found it!
We remembered Mike and his colleague, Jeff looked real professional in their uniforms (dark blue oxfords with company logo and khaki pants), were extremely friendly and seemed very knowledgeable in the few minutes we had chatted. So we had Goode Plumbing came out to our condo, give us a price quote, not an estimate, and again they seemed very professional and the type of contractors you could trust and were worth hiring. My partner wanted to get a second estimate, just for comparison, and so we did. The Goode Plumbing quote was better, o we hired them to do the work.
Mike Goode says, “We are really committed to providing the highest quality service in the industry. All of our work is done to a standard that we are consistently raising.
We make sure all of our technicians are polite, educated and complete extensive in-house training. Service and quality are so important. I promise to do my absolute best to ensure that a client’s experience with us is excellent. We don’t just promise you the best – I truly want to deliver that for a client.
Our claim of striving to be the best and to give you the best service in the industry is backed by our commitment to on going training, and by giving the best warranty in the business-if it fails because of the way we installed it, we’ll take care of it for as long as the building we put it in is standing.
We will sell and install only excellent quality parts, products and materials.
We believe in the products that we sell by backing them not only by their own warranty , but ours as well: labor is covered too (not just the parts!) and for a minimum of two years.”
They treat your home and property as if it were their own, leaving nothing behind but an outstanding plumbing job and your complete satisfaction. They even wear shoe covers/footies in your home.
I can honestly bestow the Best Gay Chicago 5 Pink Crowns Award to Goode Plumbing!
My other concern when hiring “contractors” are that many are no more than “handy-men”. They are not specialists or have limited knowledge in specific areas.
Goode Plumbing is not one of these “fix-it” guys who was “handy” and got into plumbing. Owner Mike Goode has 17 years experience and Mike has completed an apprenticeship under a service plumber who owned a plumbing company and had 30 years of experience.
With all the talk about the environment and GREEN, Goode plumbing is a leader in those new technologies and products and Mike is currently going through a state certification process to be licensed as a GREEN plumber here in Illinois.
“At Goode Plumbing, we are continuously working to make our company more ecologically friendly. We have available, and encourage clients to ask about our high efficiency water heaters, on-demand water heaters, on-demand water faucets and dual flush toilets. We now use VOX chemicals, including PVC cement and primer. We recycle all cardboard and plastic packaging and all metals. And, our Sprinter diesel vans and restored Volkswagen Vans (modified with emissions controls!) average 20-25 mpg vs. the typical plumbing truck which averages 8-12 mpg. We continue to make changes to our company that aid in the protection and preservation of the environment.
We offer Rinnai tankless water heaters, Eternal Hybrid water heaters, A.O. Smith Vertex water condensing water heaters, and Bradford White storage water heaters. There are a number of alternatives to large, inefficient units that can save you money, give you more floor space, and cause less damage to the earth. There are also a number of rebates and credits available for the selection of some energy efficient units.”
So next time you need a plumber – Don’t Panic! Take our advice and call GOODE PLUMBING!
They also have an outstanding history of happy customers, including ourselves with Angies List!
GOODE PLUMBING and GOODE PLUMBING TIPS
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Goode Plumbing – Best Plumbers in Chicago
BEST GAY CHICAGO RECOMMENDS….
A few months ago we needed a plumber ~ UGH, big sigh, we hate having to find contractors for anything… the drama, the unknown expense and the crazy service charges and fees when you don’t know the lingo and whether or not you’re simply being ripped off.
We needed and wanted a new kitchen sink installed to replace a really old one we hated and timely enough, our aging toilet was acting up and we decided to replace it as well and we were going to be “green” and get a dual-flush, environmentally-friendly low water usage toilet as a replacement.
We were flooded with memories… unfortunately, BAD MEMORIES of plumbers past! About 10 years ago, we had to hire a plumber to replace a hot water tank in our home! The guy had given us “an estimate” that seemed reasonable compared to 2 other plumbing contractors, but afterward, the job then allegedly “took longer” than he thought, so the final bill was $250 more than the original estimate.
Plus he was messy and we are clean freak queens! I had to do some major clean up after he left. Neat and tidy are not two words that are often associated with plumbers, or any contractor for that matter. In fact, many drive trucks up on your driveway leaking oil, leave supply packaging lying around your house, and drag who knows what into your home on their shoes! And can I just say, although it is so stereotypical, most of the time, I really do not care to see a service workers butt crack hanging out of their pants.
Fast forward back to present. Late last summer we had met the Michael J. Goode,the owner from Goode Plumbing at an LGBT Business Expo at The Center on Halsted. Thank goodness we had tossed Mike’s business card in one of our business card piles and easily found it!
We remembered Mike and his colleague, Jeff looked real professional in their uniforms (dark blue oxfords with company logo and khaki pants), were extremely friendly and seemed very knowledgeable in the few minutes we had chatted. So we had Goode Plumbing came out to our condo, give us a price quote, not an estimate, and again they seemed very professional and the type of contractors you could trust and were worth hiring. My partner wanted to get a second estimate, just for comparison, and so we did. The Goode Plumbing quote was better, o we hired them to do the work.
Mike Goode says, “We are really committed to providing the highest quality service in the industry. All of our work is done to a standard that we are consistently raising.
We make sure all of our technicians are polite, educated and complete extensive in-house training. Service and quality are so important. I promise to do my absolute best to ensure that a client’s experience with us is excellent. We don’t just promise you the best – I truly want to deliver that for a client.
Our claim of striving to be the best and to give you the best service in the industry is backed by our commitment to on going training, and by giving the best warranty in the business-if it fails because of the way we installed it, we’ll take care of it for as long as the building we put it in is standing.
We will sell and install only excellent quality parts, products and materials.
We believe in the products that we sell by backing them not only by their own warranty , but ours as well: labor is covered too (not just the parts!) and for a minimum of two years.”
They treat your home and property as if it were their own, leaving nothing behind but an outstanding plumbing job and your complete satisfaction. They even wear shoe covers/footies in your home.
I can honestly bestow the Best Gay Chicago 5 Pink Crowns Award to Goode Plumbing!
My other concern when hiring “contractors” are that many are no more than “handy-men”. They are not specialists or have limited knowledge in specific areas.
Goode Plumbing is not one of these “fix-it” guys who was “handy” and got into plumbing. Owner Mike Goode has 17 years experience and Mike has completed an apprenticeship under a service plumber who owned a plumbing company and had 30 years of experience.
With all the talk about the environment and GREEN, Goode plumbing is a leader in those new technologies and products and Mike is currently going through a state certification process to be licensed as a GREEN plumber here in Illinois.
“At Goode Plumbing, we are continuously working to make our company more ecologically friendly. We have available, and encourage clients to ask about our high efficiency water heaters, on-demand water heaters, on-demand water faucets and dual flush toilets. We now use VOX chemicals, including PVC cement and primer. We recycle all cardboard and plastic packaging and all metals. And, our Sprinter diesel vans and restored Volkswagen Vans (modified with emissions controls!) average 20-25 mpg vs. the typical plumbing truck which averages 8-12 mpg. We continue to make changes to our company that aid in the protection and preservation of the environment.
We offer Rinnai tankless water heaters, Eternal Hybrid water heaters, A.O. Smith Vertex water condensing water heaters, and Bradford White storage water heaters. There are a number of alternatives to large, inefficient units that can save you money, give you more floor space, and cause less damage to the earth. There are also a number of rebates and credits available for the selection of some energy efficient units.”
So next time you need a plumber – Don’t Panic! Take our advice and call GOODE PLUMBING!
They also have an outstanding history of happy customers, including ourselves with Angies List!
GOODE PLUMBING and GOODE PLUMBING TIPS
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Kaci Battaglia LIVE Friday March 5th at Roscoes
TONIGHT!
KACI BATTAGLIA will be at
ROSCOES, performing LIVE!
Performing her #1 dance
hit CRAZY/POSSESSIVE.
$5 cover after 11pm.
Be a fan of
Roscoes on FACEBOOK
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Gay Queer Chicago’s Alternative Scene Chances Dances and Guerrilla Gay Bar
and so is Andersonville.
But there are those who are always seeking something different. Something downtown. Something off the beaten path, something fresh and sexy…..and Chicago offers 2 alternative choices; CHANCES DANCES and GUERRILLA GAY BAR.
Chances Dances are 3 seperate party nights.
The original incarnation is held every third Monday at Subterranean,
2011 W. North Ave. Free Dance party.
Danny’s Tavern hosts “Off Chances” each second Tuesday, 1951 W. Dickens. More laid back, dive-style, dance optional. Free.
The Hideout gays it up every first Saturday, 1354 W. Wabansia. $5 Dance party.
The venues all have one thing in common: Though they are not gay bars, they are all gay-friendly venues, with drinks available on the cheap and a pretension check located just outside the door.
Chances Dances was co-founded in 2004 by Bruce Weist (pictured above, middle) and Latham Zearfross, artists who foresaw a party that would, in the words of the event’s mission, “function to bring together the varied LGBTIQ communities of Chicago.”
“Chances was a really inclusive space where a lot of different people could come together and dance to different kinds of music. We have a more relaxed and less flashy way of approaching a dance party, whereas at bigger clubs, people feel the need to dress up, spend lots of money and it’s a kind of competitive atmosphere.”
Going into their fifth year, Chance Dances continues to grow. When the parties began to generate a profit, the organizers created the Critical Fierceness Grant in 2008, a twice-yearly micro-grant awarded to queer-identified artists as an “opportunity for personal exploration, community development and radical change through art.”
“We saw a lot of people around us creating queer art and we wanted to give these artists an impetus to move their projects along,” said Rita Bacon, another Chances organizer, of the grant.
The next Chances party is at the Hideout, 1354 W. Wabansia, on Saturday March 6, featuring DJ sets from John Twatters and Nina Ramone and an interactive performance from Anthony Romero. $5 cover. GET THERE EARLY! IT FILLS TO CAPACITY!
Guerrilla Gay Bar: South Loop Chicago is a group dedicated to bring a fun bar atmosphere to the South Loop area of Chicago. Beyond this the goals are open to members and they expect them to be edited, like a wiki.
The Guerrilla Gay Bar concept has been around for about 10 years, in cities all over the US. In Chicago, a different location is chosen each month. It’s always in a straight, but gay-friendly establishment.
Events are announced about a week out. They don’t want to overwhelm an establishment or be met with an anti-gay slap in the face. “and we don’t want to promote it too heavily…” says Scott Feldman, one of the organizers. “part of the charm is mixing in the regular crowd and exposing people who normally wouldn’t be exposed to our community.” If it’s promoted too much in advance, regulars might stay away.
Their next event –
Follow them on Facebook for more details and upcoming events!
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Chicago Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce Annual Chili Cook Off
11th Annual Chili Cook-Off
where you are the judge.
Spend your afternoon tasting more than 15 chilies from restaurants and caterers around the Chicagoland area. You will see awesome table displays, chilies with all the fixings and much much more. This annual event is always filled with great food, people and fun.
Saturday, March 6th 2010
2pm to 6pm
Sidetrack 3349 N. Halsted
$10 to benefit Chicago Gay
and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce
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Chicago Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce Annual Chili Cook Off
11th Annual Chili Cook-Off
where you are the judge.
Spend your afternoon tasting more than 15 chilies from restaurants and caterers around the Chicagoland area. You will see awesome table displays, chilies with all the fixings and much much more. This annual event is always filled with great food, people and fun.
Saturday, March 6th 2010
2pm to 6pm
Sidetrack 3349 N. Halsted
$10 to benefit Chicago Gay
and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce
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