Category Archives: Boystown
Sidetrack Hosts Celebrity Auction to Benefit Chicago Gay and Lesbian Hall of Fame Sept. 21
The Eighteenth Annual Hall of Fame Celebrity Auction benefits the 2010 Chicago Gay and Lesbian Hall of Fame, announced Dana V. Starks, Chairman and Commissioner of the Chicago Commission on Human Relations. The auction will be held on Tuesday, September 21, at Sidetrack, 3349 N. Halsted Street. The registration reception, silent auction, and raffle begin at 7 p.m., and the bidding starts at 8 p.m.
The registration fee of $10 includes one cocktail, hors d’oeuvres from J and L Catering, raffle tickets, and an auction paddle to bid with. This event is generously sponsored by Absolut Vodka, BBJ Linen, Boi Magazine, Center on Halsted, Circuit Mom Productions, Circuit Night Club, Hall’s Rental, Phil Hannema, Harris Bank, J&L Catering, Miller Lite, Napleton Automotive Group, Orbitz, Rick Aguilar Studios, Sidetrack, and Supergurl Images.
The auctioneers for the evening are Wayne Johnson from NBC, Circuit Mom, C.C. Carter, and a special guest.
Prominent personalities and businesses from Chicago offer items and services for bidders during both live and silent auctions. Items include dinner and a studio tour with WXRT radio’s Terri Hemmert, an in-studio visit with Rick Kogan on WGN’s “The Sunday Papers,” dinner and theatre with State Senator Heather Steans, the Gentry’s fabulous crystal chandelier, a book discussion group with author John Riley Myers, a gift basket from WTTW, and much more.
“I think that there are going to be some real deals made on September 21,” said Hall of Fame inductee Dean Ogren. “You don’t want to miss it.”
The 2010 Chicago Gay and Lesbian Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will be held at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, November 10 in Sidney R. Yates Gallery at the Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington Street. The event is funded through fundraising events and donations from individuals, businesses, and organizations. Administration and support is provided by the Chicago Commission on Human Relations, members of the Commission’s Advisory Council on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) Issues, and volunteers. Chicago is the only municipality to honor its LGBT communities in this manner. The Hall of Fame pays tribute to its inductees and documents the LGBT communities’ heritage and diversity through its annual publication and its Web site .
Individuals, businesses, and organizations that wish to donate or need additional information may contact Bill Greaves at 312-744-7911(voice) or 312-744-1088 (TTY) or the Chicago Gay and Lesbian Hall of Fame at 773-281-5077 (voice). Contributions may be sent to The Chicago Gay and Lesbian Hall of Fame, 3712 N. Broadway St. Box 637, Chicago, Illinois 60613-4235.
Celebrity Pie Toss Benefit This Saturday, August 28th
presents Pie Toss 2010!
This event is quickly becoming a summertime favorite. Come bid on the right to toss a pie in the face of some of the biggest names in our community.
Those slated to be “pied” include politicians, business owners, community activists, and other familiar faces. Participants include Jamal Edwards of Howard Brown, Nirmalpal Sachdev of Steamworks, Art Johnston and Amy Pieper of Sidetrack, State legislator Sara Feigenholtz, Judge Michael McHale, Lori Cannon of Vital Bridges, Terry Cosgrove of Personal PAC, Officer Jose Rios, and many others!
Celebrity Pie Toss August 28, 2010
1pm – 4pm @ Sidetrack
3349 North Halsted Street
So come on over to Sidetrack for the fun! There is no cover, Skyy will provide some complimentary tasty cocktails, and it is guaranteed to be a blast! If you have any questions about the Celebrity Pie Toss, please contact Kevin Mork, Equality Illinois’ Development Associate, at kjmork @ eqil.org or 773-477-7173.
EQUALITY ILLINOIS –
OUR MISSION
The mission of Equality Illinois is to secure, protect and defend equal rights for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people in Illinois.
OUR VISION
We envision a fair and unified Illinois where everyone is treated equally with dignity and respect and where all people live freely regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
Gay Cities and Best Gay Chicago @ Scarlet Tonight
GAY CITIES.com
is in Chicago tonight hosting
a meet-n-greet at SCARLET !
GayCities is coming to Boystown!
GayCities is coming to town and will be throwing two fun parties to get you tipsy (read: free drinks) in Boystown the evening of Friday the 13th!
“We are taking on BoysTown for the GayCities Chicago Meet Up and would to see you out and about! Stop by and join us at Scarlet Bar (3320 N. Halsted) for a hosted happy hour from 6-8. Check-in, chat and get treated to some drinks on us. Just tell the bartender “I’m with GayCities”
We will be moving to the KitKat Lounge (3700 N. Halsted) from 10p-2a, where you can meet with us, get half price on our GayCities martini specials, and check-in with the fierce ladies of the night.
We cant wait to see all of you there. Tell your friends and dont forget that GayCities loves to get you in on the best of whats happening!”
Best Gay Chicago will be in the house as well! See you There!
Michael Snell
Derrick Sorles
Amanda Lepore Comes to Hydrate Saturday August 14th
Amanda Lepore
is an American model, nightlife hostess, fashion icon and performer. She is a transsexual icon who has received attention for entertainment skills. She has been the advertising face for Heatherette, M.A.C. (cosmetics), Mego Jeans, Swatch, CAMP Cosmetics and more. Fashion design company Heatherette has used Lepore’s image on much of their clothing and has chosen her several times to model their brand during Fashion Week.
Lepore comes to Chicago this weekend to promote her CD COTTON CANDY. Saturday, August 14th at HYDRATE .
The first time I met Amanda she asked me, “Would you like to see my mouse tattoo?” purred America’s number one transsexual and owner of a fully functional vagina, placing her hand on my knee. I look tentatively across her silicone-augmented body, but none can be seen.
“Oh my,” giggles the outrageous club diva in shock, fingers covering her mouth. “My pussy must have eaten it!”
Lepore, considered New Yorks ‘it’ girl, has been busy launching her career in pop music. With the help of super sexy Cazwell , they created fun pop dance tracks like “I know What Boys Like”, “My Hair Looks Fierce” and “Champagne.” Catch her this weekend at Hydrate!
Alfresco BYOB Rooftop Dining in the Heart of Gay Chicago
THE CENTER ON HALSTED ROOFTOP
is the place to dine alfresco this month!
Enjoy a unique, intimate dining experience created for you by 15 talented youth enrolled in our After School Matters What’s Cookin’ Culinary Arts Program. Led by Chef Abraham Conlon, these burgeoning chefs will present Dining on the Rooftop: two weeks of fantastic three-course al fresco dining every Wednesday and Thursday night from July 21-22 through July 28-29!
Every week will focus on a different cuisine, each featuring an appetizer, main course, and dessert. A non-alcoholic beverage will also be provided. Every menu is vegetarian friendly. Please be sure to note all food allergies and dietary restrictions on the online registration form as to ensure a positive dining experience.
The Dining on the Rooftop series is BYOB.
The rooftop will be opened for seating at 5: 45, and dinner will begin promptly at 6pm. Tickets are $25. RESERVE ONLINE.
Gay Boystown Neighborhood Walking Tours
WANT THE 411 on BOYSTOWN?
Whether you live here and think you know it all or maybe newly relocated and want to learn more, or just visiting – This 90-minute walking tour highlights the Boystown gayborhood, presented by improviser Margaret Hicks of Chicago Elevated, and lends a deeper, historical perspective to the area known for its overwhelming gayness and well-endowed rainbow pylons.
DID YOU KNOW?
-that when the rainbow rocket-shaped pylons were installed in 1998, Boystown became the first officially recognized gay neighborhood in the country?
-that Little Jims was the first gay bar in Boystown?
-that Roscoes was the first bar to open their windows to the public?
“Come join me in a trip through one of Chicago’s most distinctive neighborhoods. Boystown was the first officially recognized gay village in the country and believe me, it has a lot to show for it. We’ll start at one of Boystown’s oldest bars – Roscoe’s.
We’ll taste some wine at Kafka and learn about “queer space.” We’ll talk about the pansy craze of the 1920’s and end at a bar that survived one of it’s own Chicago Fires, Scarlet. The price for the tour includes a wine-tasting and other gifts, drinks at bars will not be included in the price!”
Margaret loves Chicago and its many unique neighborhoods, and if you’ve ever been fortunate enough to take one of her walking tours, you no doubt agree.
Hicks’s excitement for and understanding of Boystown, gay rights, and Chicago history creates a contagious enthusiasm as you travel through the neighborhood. Yet, it’s not just a history excursion, but an interactive, sometimes hilarious, evening of engagement with local businesses and entrepreneurs.
Boystown Tour runs until October 31st!
Reservations are required and the tour is cash only.
Thursdays, Saturdays & Sundays at 5:00PM – 6:30PM – $20.00
Call 773.593.4873 or email margaret @ chicagoelevated.com for reservations.
Gay NYC Rapper CAZWELL at Berlin June 15th
Few new artists
embody the spirit of downtown
NYC more completely than Cazwell.
Sexy Gay New York City Rapper Cazwell is a leading figure in the renaissance of New York City nightlife that has taken place over the last five years.
Cazwell’s music—a ridiculously fun mix of electrified dance music and old school hip hop—is the perfect example of the new spirit of pop music. Says Caz, “When people ask me how to describe my style sometimes I say ‘Just imagine if Biggie Smalls ate Donna Summer for breakfast.’”
Having collaborated over the years with a who’s who of downtown New York and abroad— including Amanda Lepore, Larry Tee, Boy George, David Lachapelle, The Ones, Chris Joss, Peppermint, GoodandEvil, Karl Giant and Lost Daze—his ”Watch My Mouth ” CD is the natural next step for a performer schooled in clubland, pulling together some of Cazwell’s most effortlessly catchy singles and pushing things forward with new tracks perfectly-suited to bring the party.
Club bangers like “All Over Your Face” (which first tore up the Top 40 dance charts in ‘06) and the recent viral video sensation “I Seen Beyonce At Burger King” sit nicely next to new party jams like “Give Me Tonight” (featuring the classic Shannon chorus hook) and “Get Into It,” a funky fashion-hop duet starring Amanda Lepore. “All I wanna do is party and have a good time! I think everyone can relate nto that right about now,” explains Cazwell.
Watch his awesome GIVE ME TONIGHT remix.
CAZWELL will perform in Chicago this Thursday, JUNE 15th at Berlin . 954 W. Belmont.
Pride and Joy LGBT Hall of Fame Party Monday June 21
Chicago is the only known municipality that so honors its LGBT residents.
The Hall of Fame not only pays tribute to individuals and organizations but also documents the communities’ heritage and diversity through its annual publication and its Web site GL HALL OF FAME .
On Monday, June 21, the Chicago Gay and Lesbian Hall of Fame will host its annual Pride and Joy Reception from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Circuit Night Club, 3641 N. Halsted Street. Tickets are $10, available at the door.
The evening will feature a fabulous buffet of heavy hors d’oeuvres. Entertainment will be provided by the supremely talented Circuit Night Club cast.
The Hall of Fame recognizes the volunteer and professional achievements of lesbians and gay men, their organizations, and their friends, as well as their contributions to the lesbian and gay community and to the City of Chicago. This is a unique tribute to dedicated individuals and organizations whose services have improved the quality of life for all of Chicago’s citizens.
Induction into the Hall of Fame symbolizes that the recipient either has made a contribution with far-reaching effects on the quality of life for Chicago’s lesbian and gay community or the city of Chicago, or has made a significant long-term contribution to the well-being of Chicago’s lesbian and gay community.
Pride and Joy LGBT Hall of Fame Party Monday June 21
Chicago is the only known municipality that so honors its LGBT residents.
The Hall of Fame not only pays tribute to individuals and organizations but also documents the communities’ heritage and diversity through its annual publication and its Web site GL HALL OF FAME .
On Monday, June 21, the Chicago Gay and Lesbian Hall of Fame will host its annual Pride and Joy Reception from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Circuit Night Club, 3641 N. Halsted Street. Tickets are $10, available at the door.
The evening will feature a fabulous buffet of heavy hors d’oeuvres. Entertainment will be provided by the supremely talented Circuit Night Club cast.
The Hall of Fame recognizes the volunteer and professional achievements of lesbians and gay men, their organizations, and their friends, as well as their contributions to the lesbian and gay community and to the City of Chicago. This is a unique tribute to dedicated individuals and organizations whose services have improved the quality of life for all of Chicago’s citizens.
Induction into the Hall of Fame symbolizes that the recipient either has made a contribution with far-reaching effects on the quality of life for Chicago’s lesbian and gay community or the city of Chicago, or has made a significant long-term contribution to the well-being of Chicago’s lesbian and gay community.
Kit Kat Offering the Best Dinner Deal in Boystown on Mondays
KIT KAT LOUNGE in Boystown has long been known for their half-priced drinks on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Then on Wednesdays, they also started offering “buy an entree – get one free!” What an amazing deal!
Now they have went one step further with a Monday Night promotion – 50% off your ENTIRE BILL! That has got to be the best deal in all of CHICAGO! Where else can you enjoy the intimate surroundings of a cool supper club, fine cuisine as well as top notch entertainment, for 50% off?!
Speaking of their top notch entertainment, Kathryn Cole is one of my favorite performers (though it’s hard to choose, really). Born and raised in Melbourne, Australia, Kathryn worked by day as a professional Hair/makeup artist doing studio, catwalk, film and television projects, and by night as one of Melbourne’s leading “cabaret” showgirls.
Kathryn worked in every major nightclub in her area and toured with the famous “Les Girls” Revue and “Chestnuts International” . She is the authentic “Aussie Barbie”, and has also made many TV and film appearances in her native country.
She left Australia 3 years ago to find love and happiness in Chicago and has recently started her own image consulting company (CHIC Chicago Image Consultants ) . “We will teach you how to create and take an original look to completion while improving your personal style from head to toe that will suit your age, career, personality and lifestyle choices.
Even at home. Your home is your sanctuary, and you should feel at ease and comfortable in your surroundings. CHIC can help transform any interior space through color choices, accents, plants and more.” says Kathryn.
Kathryn is thrilled to be also working at the world famous Kit Kat Lounge and you can check the schedule at Kit Kat online to see when she is performing. You can usually find here there 7-10 nights a month.
She exudes a glamorous beauty and charm a always delivers a show-stopping performance as she impersonates iconic performers and serenades patrons.
On Gay Pride Day, Sunday June 27th,
Kit Kat will open early starting at 11am
Join KIT KAT and Kathryn Cole on FaceBook!
Kit Kat Offering the Best Dinner Deal in Boystown on Mondays
KIT KAT LOUNGE in Boystown has long been known for their half-priced drinks on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Then on Wednesdays, they also started offering “buy an entree – get one free!” What an amazing deal!
Now they have went one step further with a Monday Night promotion – 50% off your ENTIRE BILL! That has got to be the best deal in all of CHICAGO! Where else can you enjoy the intimate surroundings of a cool supper club, fine cuisine as well as top notch entertainment, for 50% off?!
Speaking of their top notch entertainment, Kathryn Cole is one of my favorite performers (though it’s hard to choose, really). Born and raised in Melbourne, Australia, Kathryn worked by day as a professional Hair/makeup artist doing studio, catwalk, film and television projects, and by night as one of Melbourne’s leading “cabaret” showgirls.
Kathryn worked in every major nightclub in her area and toured with the famous “Les Girls” Revue and “Chestnuts International” . She is the authentic “Aussie Barbie”, and has also made many TV and film appearances in her native country.
She left Australia 3 years ago to find love and happiness in Chicago and has recently started her own image consulting company (CHIC Chicago Image Consultants ) . “We will teach you how to create and take an original look to completion while improving your personal style from head to toe that will suit your age, career, personality and lifestyle choices.
Even at home. Your home is your sanctuary, and you should feel at ease and comfortable in your surroundings. CHIC can help transform any interior space through color choices, accents, plants and more.” says Kathryn.
Kathryn is thrilled to be also working at the world famous Kit Kat Lounge and you can check the schedule at Kit Kat online to see when she is performing. You can usually find here there 7-10 nights a month.
She exudes a glamorous beauty and charm a always delivers a show-stopping performance as she impersonates iconic performers and serenades patrons.
On Gay Pride Day, Sunday June 27th,
Kit Kat will open early starting at 11am
Join KIT KAT and Kathryn Cole on FaceBook!
Roscoe’s Welcomes Ru Paul Drag Race Tour June 17th
After a season’s worth of hype and heels,
it’s time for the RuPaul’s Drag Race Tour
to hit the road!
And next stop is Roscoes !
June 17th.
Headlining the big shindig will be none other than Season 2’s glorious winner, Miss Tyra Sanchez. Can you handle it? Can she?
Get prepared to find out exactly why this diva snatched the crown — and find out if she can truly live up to the title of “America’s Next Drag Superstar.”
But fear not: Miss Tyra will not be alone. Joining her in Chicago will be Raven, Morgan McMichaels, Mystique, Jessica Wild, and Jade!!! Hosted by Frida Lay – $10 cover beginning @ 9pm – Show starts @ 10pm.
Yes, the best of season two will all the hit the stage for a night that’s sure to positively drench the place with “charisma, uniqueness, nerve and talent.”
Writer Joseph Erbentraut says Who Needs Boystown?
Yesterday on Huffington Post, writer Joseph Erbentraut asked WHO NEEDS BOYSTOWN?
It sounds like he has only lived here a couple years yet has become part of the bitter-jaded crowd.
He says, “When I first moved to Chicago, I was convinced the neighborhood would emanate a strange sort of gay magic – a combination of diversity, social justice and acceptance unlike anything I’d ever experienced in my rural Wisconsin upbringing.
Two years later, those expectations I once had for the city-designated hub of Chicago’s LGBT community are surely naive, if not delusional. While Boystown offers the largest concentration of queer-centric spaces, the area’s overflow of saccarine gayness has had an increasingly sour, if watered down, taste.”
Gays are EVERYWHERE. You are right in that comment Joseph. We are in every neighborhood, all over the city now. 25 years ago, there was a much higher concentration of gays living right in Boystown. And yes, the gays made it nice, and the straights moved in as times changed. Like so many gayborhoods around the country. So you were silly and naive to think the neighborhood would emanate a strange sort of gay magic – a combination of diversity, social justice and acceptance unlike anything I’d ever experienced in my rural Wisconsin upbringing. – I am sure you can admit, it’s better than rural Wisconsin!
What Boystown IS these days, is a central meeting place for the LGBT community. A collection of bars, nightclubs and restaurants for the LGBT community to come to. Sure while there are plenty of diverse and gay welcoming bars EVERYWHERE, from Bucktown to Uptown, I prefer to spend my money in a gay owned gay bar and be with mostly gay people, instead of hanging out with a straighter crowd of a gay welcoming place. We do need Boystown. We do need a central hub of gayness.
To each his own Joseph. I hope you find what you are looking for.
Read the full article WHO NEEDS BOYSTOWN
Michael Snell
Derrick Sorles
Best Gay Chicago
BEHIV and Queen of the Night with Raqual Chevallier June 13th
Better Existence with HIV (BEHIV) announced that the Queen of the Night fundraiser will return for another fabulous evening of fantastic drag performances.
This year’s event will be hosted by Miss Gay America 2005 Raquel Chevallier and will take place at Circuit Night Club from 5:00-8:00pm on Sunday, June 13.
The evening will again feature performances by BEHIV Board and Staff members, as well as community supporters. Acts will raise tips online leading up to the event, plus during their performances. The act that raises the most in tips will be crowned Queen of the Night!
Last year’s Queen of the Night event raised nearly $7,000 to support BEHIV’s life-saving programs. BEHIV is anticipating an even more successful event this year, as the number of performers has nearly doubled. Last year’s event was standing room only, so guests are encouraged to purchase their tickets early. New this year is the option of purchasing a table of four tickets, which guarantees seating and includes a bottle of champagne for the table.
Updates on Queen of the Night are available on BEHIV’s website , and Facebook page .
BEHIV and Queen of the Night with Raqual Chevallier June 13th
Better Existence with HIV (BEHIV) announced that the Queen of the Night fundraiser will return for another fabulous evening of fantastic drag performances.
This year’s event will be hosted by Miss Gay America 2005 Raquel Chevallier and will take place at Circuit Night Club from 5:00-8:00pm on Sunday, June 13.
The evening will again feature performances by BEHIV Board and Staff members, as well as community supporters. Acts will raise tips online leading up to the event, plus during their performances. The act that raises the most in tips will be crowned Queen of the Night!
Last year’s Queen of the Night event raised nearly $7,000 to support BEHIV’s life-saving programs. BEHIV is anticipating an even more successful event this year, as the number of performers has nearly doubled. Last year’s event was standing room only, so guests are encouraged to purchase their tickets early. New this year is the option of purchasing a table of four tickets, which guarantees seating and includes a bottle of champagne for the table.
Updates on Queen of the Night are available on BEHIV’s website , and Facebook page .
Big Muscle.com Meet and Greet Coming to Roscoes Saturday May 29th
will be in town over Memorial Weekend,
celebrating their 10 year anniversary!
Stop by Roscoes
3356 N. Halsted
Saturday May 29th from 1-3 pm
for a MEET AND GREET afternoon of fun
and BIG MUSCLES!
Big Muscle.com Meet and Greet Coming to Roscoes Saturday May 29th
will be in town over Memorial Weekend,
celebrating their 10 year anniversary!
Stop by Roscoes
3356 N. Halsted
Saturday May 29th from 1-3 pm
for a MEET AND GREET afternoon of fun
and BIG MUSCLES!
Jacks on Halsted – Boystown Chicago Bistro and Brunch Spot
Jack’s on Halsted,
owned by chef Jack Jones,
was selected as best new restaurant by Chicago Magazine, when they opened. And since then, have won numerous awards and recently reinvented themselves with a fresh new menu.
A contemporary, American restaurant, Jack’s features global cuisine incorporating Asian, Mediterranean and New World making it a true American blend.
For the past ten years Jack’s has been serving distinctive, skillfully prepared, high quality food for all to enjoy. “We strive to use only the finest and freshest ingredients available. We are passionate about two things, serving healthful, excellent food and being sensible about our prices. Jack’s on Halsted is commited to offering the best food value possible.” – says Chef Jack Jones , who has worked at some of Chicago’s finest dining establishments including Yoshi’s Café, Printer’s Row, Terczak’s and Spiaggia.
Located in Boystown on the corner of Halsted and Belmont in Lakeview, Jack’s is in the most diverse and exciting neighborhood in all of Chicago. With Blue Man Theater just steps away and some of Chicago’s most unique shops, not to mention clubs, bars and restaurants, Lakeview is a happening spot. Jack’s is the place to start or end your night out, be sure to ask for a table at the window!
Along with the new menu came some other new improvements. Drew Johnson, a longtime employee of Jack’s, recently became Jack’s business partner and managing partner. The restaurant is now open 7 days for dinner plus a hip Sunday brunch with DJ Gerry and guest bartenders who serve up $2 Mimosas, $3 Bloody Marys and $5 Special Brunch Martinis. Food at brunch ranges from Omletes and Classic Eggs Benedict to Orange Flavored French Toast and Steak and Eggs.
ALSO NEW, a charming patio out back, away from the street noise. Plus, Late Night Food! Wednesday thru Saturday food is now available till 1am. In these economic challenging times Jacks is also offering $6 Martinis everyday, and Tuesdays half-price bottles of wine. There is also a 3-course Dinner menu available for just $25.95 that offers a great selection of starters, entrees and a dessert!
You will find everything from steak to seafood to brugers here in a wide selction of prices. Jones’s “pork tasting” pulls out all the stops by offering a three-way sampling of thyme- and shallot-infused grilled pork tenderloin, smoky Memphis-style pulled pork, and succulent, fall-off-the-bone baby backs. We generally prefer our ribs to put up a fight but the Asian spices and juicy texture more than compensate. Maple-sparked mashed sweet potatoes offer extra allure to this hog triptych!
Pat Bruno, Chicago Sun-Times said,
…The cuisine style at Jack’s on Halsted is essentially contemporary American. However, within the broad interpretation of that style of cooking, there is a definite license to wheel and deal those meals. …(Read full review )
Phil Vettel, Chicago Tribune
…Jack’s is a moderately priced American bistro whose menu presents familiar dishes tweaked with Jones’ personal touch. “It’s like Woody Allen’s second and third movies,” quips Jones. “Different, but the underlying neuroses are the same.” …(Read full review )
We give it our 5 PINK CROWNS!
Follow JACKS on FACEBOOK and keep up with current news, info and specials!
Best New Brunch at Kit Kat Lounge is Packing Them in Sundays, with Madame X!
The Kit Kat Lounge and Supper Club
(3700 N. Halsted St.; 773-525-1111)
celebrated their
NINTH ANNIVERSARY this year!
In case you have never been, the decor evokes Old Hollywood glamour–white sofas, stone-topped tables on chrome legs, old vintage black and white movies showing on the wall – and classy entertainment that includes celebrity look-alikes performing in glamorous cabaret-style Wednesday through Sunday.
Often voted Best Martini Bar in Chicago and Best Entertainment, the creative team behind the Kit Kat Lounge have decided to reach-launch their Sunday Brunch, with the help of Kit Kat veteran Madame X.
“We used to do brunch a long time ago and stopped. But recently Edward and Ramesh decided to bring brunch back and I host every Sunday! It’s a DIVA-LICIOUS Brunch, every Sunday, 11am-3pm. !”
You can choose the 2-course $25 gourmet brunch which includes free flowing Bloody Marys and Mimosa’s or Select a delicious Big Brunch item and get unlimited Bloody Marys or Mimosa’s for just $10 more.
Everything here is BIG – so come hungry! Big Fat Greek Wedding ($12) is an Omelette with feta cheese, spinach and grilled chicken. Big Daddy ($12) is Eggs Florentine topped with smoked ham and a spicy bernaise sauce. My favorite is BIG BUSINESS! ($18) Butter poached Maine Lobster with fresh avocado and Applewood smoked bacon! YUM! See the whole menu online .
YOUR HOSTESS! Madame X is a critically acclaimed entertainer based in Chicago and has been a Kit Kat Diva since 2000. Known for her dazzling costumes, she has graced numerous entertainment venues showcasing her live vocal stylings of past and present female icons with her own special twist.
“I was 6 years old when I first sang in public.” says Madame X. “I was born in the Philippines and performed in a church full of Methodists! I ended up moving to Iowa and went to school there. During college, I came to Chicago and studied the city, for one of my classes. I always liked it here, but never thought I would end up living here.
2 years later, a friend of mine George Lowell , wanted to go to school here, so we both moved here together. George now has storefront in Andersonville and besides performing at the Kit Kat, I am also an artistic ensemble member of Mid-Tangent-Productions, a Chicago based theatre company.”
Madame X achieved iconic status when a line of table furniture named the Madame X/Y collection, designed by Douglas Levine for The Bright Chair Company debuted in 2007.
“I love it here. I love Chicago and I love the Kit Kat Lounge. We are a family here. I support them and they support me, and all that I do! I am so excited to be hosting the Diva-Licious Brunch again!”
If you are thinking about coming with Mom for MOTHERS DAY (May 9th) Make a RESERVATION NOW!
It is filling up quickly! Kit Kat will offer a special 4-course brunch for $29.95!
Best Sunday Brunch!
Best New Brunch at Kit Kat Lounge is Packing Them in Sundays, with Madame X!
The Kit Kat Lounge and Supper Club
(3700 N. Halsted St.; 773-525-1111)
celebrated their
NINTH ANNIVERSARY this year!
In case you have never been, the decor evokes Old Hollywood glamour–white sofas, stone-topped tables on chrome legs, old vintage black and white movies showing on the wall – and classy entertainment that includes celebrity look-alikes performing in glamorous cabaret-style Wednesday through Sunday.
Often voted Best Martini Bar in Chicago and Best Entertainment, the creative team behind the Kit Kat Lounge have decided to reach-launch their Sunday Brunch, with the help of Kit Kat veteran Madame X.
“We used to do brunch a long time ago and stopped. But recently Edward and Ramesh decided to bring brunch back and I host every Sunday! It’s a DIVA-LICIOUS Brunch, every Sunday, 11am-3pm. !”
You can choose the 2-course $25 gourmet brunch which includes free flowing Bloody Marys and Mimosa’s or Select a delicious Big Brunch item and get unlimited Bloody Marys or Mimosa’s for just $10 more.
Everything here is BIG – so come hungry! Big Fat Greek Wedding ($12) is an Omelette with feta cheese, spinach and grilled chicken. Big Daddy ($12) is Eggs Florentine topped with smoked ham and a spicy bernaise sauce. My favorite is BIG BUSINESS! ($18) Butter poached Maine Lobster with fresh avocado and Applewood smoked bacon! YUM! See the whole menu online .
YOUR HOSTESS! Madame X is a critically acclaimed entertainer based in Chicago and has been a Kit Kat Diva since 2000. Known for her dazzling costumes, she has graced numerous entertainment venues showcasing her live vocal stylings of past and present female icons with her own special twist.
“I was 6 years old when I first sang in public.” says Madame X. “I was born in the Philippines and performed in a church full of Methodists! I ended up moving to Iowa and went to school there. During college, I came to Chicago and studied the city, for one of my classes. I always liked it here, but never thought I would end up living here.
2 years later, a friend of mine George Lowell , wanted to go to school here, so we both moved here together. George now has storefront in Andersonville and besides performing at the Kit Kat, I am also an artistic ensemble member of Mid-Tangent-Productions, a Chicago based theatre company.”
Madame X achieved iconic status when a line of table furniture named the Madame X/Y collection, designed by Douglas Levine for The Bright Chair Company debuted in 2007.
“I love it here. I love Chicago and I love the Kit Kat Lounge. We are a family here. I support them and they support me, and all that I do! I am so excited to be hosting the Diva-Licious Brunch again!”
If you are thinking about coming with Mom for MOTHERS DAY (May 9th) Make a RESERVATION NOW!
It is filling up quickly! Kit Kat will offer a special 4-course brunch for $29.95!
Best Sunday Brunch!
