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Adelaide Hall Supper Series
(Fulton Market District)
Taking inspiration from the New Negro Movement of the early 1900s, Chef Maurice Wells’ Adelaide Hall reflects Black experience, travel and advancement with “Negrasian” cuisine, which brings together African-American favorites and the Asian culinary tradition.
March 5
2
The Everyday Gourmet
The prestigious Culinary Institute of America offers masterclasses designed to teach you how to make “everyday food taste great.”
3
Stalin’s Darkside Release Party
(Evil Czech Brewery and Public House)
Celebrate the passing of one of the twentieth century’s most brutal dictators with the annual release of Stalin’s Darkside Russian Imperial Stout (aged in Wild Turkey bourbon barrels).
March 6
4
St. Patrick’s Day River North Bar Crawl
Jameson shots and gulps of Guinness keep you marching from bar to bar with a like-minded coalition of the swilling.
March 13
5
Restaurant Week
Restaurant Week offers special pricing on meals at some of Chicago’s best restaurants; options include eat in, takeout and delivery. Stuff your belly to support local restaurants.
March 19-April 4
Dining and Drinking Editor for Newcity, David also writes a weekly food column for Wednesday Journal in Oak Park and is a frequent contributor of food/drink and travel pieces to the Chicago Tribune, Plate Magazine and other publications. David has also contributed chapters to several books, including Street Food Around the World, Street Food, and The Chicago Food Encyclopedia. Contact: dhammond@newcity.com