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October is National Dessert Month – Celebrate at Benny’s Chop House

October is National Dessert Month and we can’t think of a better place to indulge than Benny’s Chop House (444 N. Wabash Avenue, Chicago; 312-626-2444). You may not think of a “steakhouse” as being the place to head for great desserts. Think again. Benny’s pastry chef Aaron Lindgren is an alumnus of Charlie Trotter’s and his desserts are at the top of Chicago’s best. Chocolate lovers won’t be disappointed. The Chocolate Pudding Cake ($9.99) with caramel crunch and toffee ice cream is worth the calories; it’s simply amazing.

Celebrate National Apple Month this October at Benny’s Chop House

One of the joys of early autumn is the abundance and variety of freshly harvested apples. That’s why October has become National Apple Month, a celebration of one of nature’s most perfectly conceived foods. Benny’s Chop House (444 N. Wabash Avenue, Chicago; 312-626-2444) is celebrating the month of apples by serving a unique and delicious version of the all-American dessert, a beautiful Michigan Apple Tart ($9.99).

Chicago Shakespeare Theater’s life-size rendering of Seurat painting showcases the talents of noted digital retouching artist Michael Lande

When the Chicago Shakespeare Theater put together the artistic game plan for its soon-to-open production of the Sondheim and Lapine musical “Sunday in the Park with George,” CST’s creative agency, Leo Burnett/Arc Worldwide, placed a call to Chicago-based digital retouching artist Michael Lande.

The mission was intriguing: To create a unique, life-sized rendering of Georges Seurat’s famous “Sunday Afternoon on La Grande Jatte” painting. This is one of the Art Institute of Chicago’s most prized and beloved masterpieces.

October events and entertainment at Chicago French Market

October 3, 2012 - Lunch Hour Music with Dean Milano
11-2pm Complimentary

Dean Milano is a songwriter, musician and the author of The Chicago Music Scene: 1960’s and 1970’s.  To kick off the October concert series, he will be performing a can’t miss concert at Chicago French Market.   Make your lunch memorable and grab your favorite co-worker for a fun and relaxing lunch hour.

 

October specials at Chicago French Market

October guarantees a great time at Chicago French Market (131 N. Clinton, Chicago; 312-575-0306) with seasonal specials, new and delicious food items, complimentary concerts and a family Halloween celebration that you’re sure to enjoy!

Delightful Pastries

October is Brownie Month at Delightful Pastries where every Tuesday and Thursday from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. you are invited to sample more than 10 different brownie flavors.  

Look Younger and Feel Better: Amazing deals on Botox ® and Latisse ®

There’s nothing wrong with a little tweak here and there.  The holidays are approaching and don’t you want to look your best?  Doctors for Visual Freedom (875 North Michigan Avenue Suite 1550, The John Hancock Center, Chicago, IL 60611; 312-291-9957) feels the same way and from now through October will be offering unbeatable deals on Botox® and Latisse® cosmetic services.

National Cheeseburger Day is Tuesday, September 18!

National Cheeseburger Day is upon us yet again and several Chicagoland restaurants are honoring it by featuring juicy and delicious cheeseburger options for everyone’s taste.

 

CHICAGO FRENCH MARKET
Frietkoten
131 N. Clinton St. Chicago, IL
(312)575-0306; www.chicagofrenchmarket.com

Highland Park celebrates Prairie Style architect John Van Bergen

October, 2012 is John Van Bergen Month in Highland Park.  The City’s Historic Preservation Commission and the Historical Society have teamed up for a series of events highlighting the career of the brilliant and underappreciated Prairie Style architect, John Van Bergen.  House tours, exhibits, and lectures are among the planned activities. 

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