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letter from the publisher
calendar of events
concerts & shows
cheat sheet: clip and
carry guide to hot spots
first on the scene:
new restaurants, bars
and shops
dining: fall vegetables
october 2006
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80 fashion: almost famous
92 fashion: american beauty 106
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drinks: halloween spirits
nightlife: ghoulish gatherings
global: köln karneval
hot list: must have items
and y-me
beauty: unusual massages
bling: gold rush
style: cozy-up your pad
singles: dating a friend’s ex
fitness: running from injury
charity: shedd aquarium
auxiliary board
scene around town:
criss angel
restaurant listings
nightlife listings
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Cover credits: photographed by David Anthony; model: Karlie Kloss @
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letter
from the publisher
My staff loves Halloween.
They are crazy obsessed
with it. Costume ideas
were being discussed in
late July. I’m still sulking
that summer is over. I stare
longingly out my window
Ted and Jeff Garland
of “Curb Your Enthusiasm”
wishing I could be at the
beach. However, this issue got me looking forward to fall.
In Dining Scene, find out where to enjoy fall vegetables
at the peak of the season. Drink Scene gives the scoop
on all of the super sweet libations the local mixoligists are
brewing up to celebrate Halloween. Nightlife Scene is the
quintessential guide to Halloween parties, including our
own “Deadman’s Ball,” on Saturday, October 28
at Crobar. I am eagerly anticipating the great costumes
everyone comes up with this year. I never knew the ideas
that could come out of Victoria’s Secret until we started
hosting this annual event. With perfect timing for this all
Halloween issue check out Scene Around Town on page
176, with Criss Angel. They definitely don’t call his show
“Mindfreak” for nothing. To our writer’s disbelief, he broke
forks completely in half using only his mind! I was just glad
I didn’t end up in his levitation act or get a bill from the
Four Seasons for the flatware.
Now on to plans for New Years Eve! Next month’s issue
will feature all the details for the Chicago Scene party at
the gold coast’s leading lady The Drake Hotel.
Enjoy the issue,
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Nightlife Photographers
Fides
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october 2006
All Month
Sat. 10/14, 7 pm
Sat. 10/28, Noon
Thur. 10/12, 5:30 pm
Thu. 10/19–Sat, 10/21
Sat. 10/28, 9 pm
Italian Food &
Wine Fest
Harry Caray’s
33 W. Kinzie
312.828.0966
Play Chicago
Chicago History Musuem
Clark @ North Ave.
$15 per person
Chicagohistory.org
Thurs. 10/12, 6 pm
Beggar’s Banquet
Park West
322 W. Armitage
Tickets $175
Collaboraction.org
McFadden’s One
Year Anniversary
Celebration
McFadden’s Saloon
1206 N. State
Mcfaddenssaloon.com
An Evening of Fine Wine
The University Club
of Chicago
76 E. Monroe
Cost is $150
Sueduncanchildrenscenter.
org
Sat. 10/21, 6:30 pm
Fri. 10/13, 9 pm–11 am
2nd Annual Chef’s Ball
The Bella Lounge
1212 N. State
312.787.9405
Tickets $50 in advance,
$75 door
Akira Fashion Show
Le Passage
937 N. Rush
312.255.0022
Benefits: Imerman Angels
Imermanangels.com
Fri. 10/13, 6-10 pm
It’s Raining Cats
& Dogs!
Anti-Cruely Society
510 N. LaSalle
Tickets $125
8th Annual Visions Ball
Ritz-Carlton Hotel
160 E. Pearson
Fightblindness.org
Tickets $500
Wed. 10/25, 6 pm
Thur. 10/26, 8 pm–4 am
Lingerie Ball
Level
1045 N. Rush
312.397.1045
Y-ME Fashion Show
& Luncheon
Hilton Chicago
720 S. Michigan
Y-Me.org
Chicago SCENE’s
Deadman’s Ball
Crobar
1543 N. Kingsbury
Chicago-Scene.com
Sat. 10/28, 6 pm
Benefit Art Auction
(with celebrity guest
Matthew Modine)
MCA Warehouse
1747 W. Hubbard
Mcachicago.org
Tickets $300-$500
Sun. 10/29, 11 am – 1 pm
PAWS Tails in the City
Halloween Pet Parade
Start: 1 E. Delaware
End: Washington Sq. Park
901 N. Clark
Pawschicago.org
Please submit your event listings
online via our event database
at Chicago-scene.com/addparty.htm at any time. Calendar listings must be received by
the 10th of the month prior to
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“Entertainment” on page 64 for more events and details.
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fi rst on th e sce n e
mouth watering entrees like the Chuleta al Chilorio (Bone-in pork chop simmered in an
tyle r c u rtis
ancho-guajillo sauce, roasted chile-garlic potatoes; $15) and the Huachinango a la Talla
our first look at what ’ s new, hip and happening
(Achiote marinated whole red snapper, vegetable escabeche; $23) Zocalo takes its
name from the Mexican definition of a central town square where social and business
transactions take place. Without a doubt, this is a great location for taking a client or a
date on a journey of the best of Mexico’s culinary delights.
Dino Perez grew up in his family’s great Peruvian
restaurant Rinconcito Sudamericano, but swore he never
wanted to get into the business. Ironically, he built his
own place Rio D’Sudamerica (2010 W. Armitage,
773.292.9010) just a block away. Raising the bar and
catering to the trendy crowd, Dino created a sexy and
warm candle-lit dining room with sleek contemporary
furniture with a menu that is ¾ Peruvian and ¼ of the
best of Brazil and Argentina. Perez’s goal is to introduce
the cuisine to a new audience. Peruvian cuisine differs
in variety with meats and seafood preparations with
zocalo trio de guacamole
everything from rabbit, to Churrasco to duck. The flavors
are dictated by complex spices like the rocoto pepper or
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South of th e Borde r
Aji, which is the inventive salsa created in Peru and used
Mexican cuisine is always a tapestry of complex and vibrant flavors and Zocalo
on everything. House favorites are the
Restaurant and Tequila Bar (358 W. Ontario, 312.302.9977) takes it to the next level.
Ceviche Ceviche, with several different
Edgar and Marcos Castaneda have plenty of know-how with their past endeavors at
styles: traditional (fish and cooked
Lalos, Zapatista, Carnivale and Nacional 27 and have teamed with Executive Chef
rocoto; $14) the mixto (fish, shrimp,
Saul Roman (Adobo Grill, Salpicon!) to create a hearty and rustic menu that is quint-
octopus, scallops and calamari; $15) and
essentially Mexico. They have reinvented the former Chilpancingo space from the
Green Arroz con Pato (grilled duck with
gaudy psychedelic piñata party into a contemporary wooden dining hall with a menu
cilantro based rice; $15) As of print time,
and tequila list that rivals any cantina north of the Rio Grande. Start with a gourmet
Rio was still BYOB, but that hasn’t kept
Margarita de Fruta (Cuervo Traditional Tequila and choice of guanabana, prickly pear,
the customers from flocking to this great
blood orange, or papaya puree triple sec, and fresh lime juice) and move on to the
new Peruvian treasure in Bucktown. }}
Rio D’Sudamerica
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f i r st o n t h e s c e n e
continued
Gran dma’s Goodi es
On the “Edge of Elston,” (between Wicker Park and Bucktown) lies a place where family
secrets are out for everyone to enjoy; Solomon’s Kitchen & Gifts (2222 N. Elston,
773.537.4214). Two and a half years ago, brothers Adam and Jason Tennenbaum were
tethered to the pursuit of careers in law and chemistry, respectively. Realizing neither
was getting what they wanted out of life, they looked to the past and more specifically,
to their Grandmother Frieda’s divine cookie recipe. Back in WWII, their grandmother
would send her sumptuous desserts overseas to a young soldier named Aaron Solomon.
They were so good that their future grandfather returned in one piece and married
the chef. Frieda went on to become an exclusive and popular gift bearer with her
delicious recipes. Searching their horizons for their dreams, the Brothers Tennenbaum
gave up their careers and began an internet cookie service in her honor, (with her
recipes, of course!) that took the country by
storm. Eight months ago they realized that their
neighborhood was lacking a gourmet spot to
eat lunch, so sure enough the time came to open
the café. The menu grew past desserts and into
breakfast sandwiches, pastries, and light lunches
with Intelligentsia coffee and a focus items with
all
natural
ingre-
dients. The place has
been steeped in the
1940s with wartime
jazz and a historic
mural depicting the
era, never forgetting
the
time
when
comfort came in a
solomon’s kitchen & gifts
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brothers Adam and Jason
box of cookies. }}
f i r st o n t h e s c e n e
Gri di ron Gold
continued
Where am I? The walls are navy blue and gold…the bar is stocked full with Budweiser
N ew York Doll
and Home Run Pizza is being passed around. As you pass the huge mahogany bar, you
Finally…a bachelor pad that
notice the twenty five plasmas surrounded by rabid fans rooting for the Fighting Irish-
doubles as a men’s clothier.
Feel like you’re in South Bend?!? You should. Victory
Fashion stylist and North Shore
Liquors (2610 N. Halsted, 773.348.5600) is the official
native tom boy Lindsay McKay
bar in Chicago sanctioned by Notre Dame University
(Rockstar:INXS)
single-
to catch the games. Wunderkind Matt Eisler (Elm St.
handedly created a store for
Liquors, Empire Liquors) teamed up with Michael
men that we want to hang out
Klauer and a host of fellow ND Alumni to create a
in while we shop. TK Men (1909
clubhouse for the supporters of Charlie Weis’s gold
W. North, 773.342.9800) show-
helmets. With plenty of space between the three
cases everything from exclusive
adjoining rooms, there’s no problem socializing with
European labels to essential
all of the fans. The backroom is the coveted spot for
staples in a retro-inspired haven
the “superfan” with deep leather couches in front of
where guys can ‘kick it’ while
the huge projection screen and original ND paintings
feeding their fetish for style. TK MEN’s
by acclaimed sports artist Mike Sullivan. Don’t be shy
decor screams ‘bachelor pad’ with
about rooting for another team here, though. All fans
vintage displays, fixtures and artwork
of football are welcome to shout their teams fight
featuring pin-up girls from the 50s
song, hoping for that elusive “victory!” scene
tk men
has
perfectly accented with a modern touch.
The “hang-out” atmosphere encom-
victory liquors
passes the male fundamentals: a 60s
Brunswick Gold Crown pool table, Xbox
360, Pabst Blue Ribbon on tap and a
55” plasma featuring a myriad of DVDs
you’d find in any male’s movie collection. The exquisite attention to detail is found in the
threads as well, with incredible lines like Los Angeles’ Duarte, Barking Irons and the rock
inspired jewelry of Cadillac Hammer, exclusive to TK MEN. For the man who is looking
to up the ante of his wardrobe and get great advice on how to rock out his closet, there
is no comparison to the expertise found at TK MEN.
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At Coco Pazzo (300 W. Hubbard, 312.836.0900) in the West Loop, Chef/Partner
lo r i g e l l e r
Tony Priolo begins his search for the perfect fall vegetables during the previous winter.
Priolo, who spent most of his career in Italy, specially orders vegetable seeds from
coco pazzo L Ribollita
Tuscany each year for his L Ribollita ($6) creation. The twice-cooked hearty bread and
vegetable soup, a signature Italian dish that is thick and flavorful, makes for the perfect
appetizer. Loyal customers have dubbed the item a favorite since it first appeared on
the menu nearly nine years ago. L Ribollita, which takes about 24 hours to complete,
is loaded with fresh veggies, including diced zucchini, yellow squash, red onion, carrot,
bunch celery and black cabbage. The soup also contains cannelini beans, Italian bread
and spices for an authentic taste.
When cooking up fall veggies, less is more for Executive Chef Kristine Subido at Wave
(644 N. Lake Shore, 312.255.4460). Subido, who has served up her share of favorites
at the chic W Hotel restaurant for two years, believes a few veggies go a long way
when it comes to taste. Her Chilled Roasted Beet Salad ($6) is made primarily from
three different types of beets (baby
chiogga, candy stripe and yellow
bistro 110 pumpklin soup
wave chilled roasted beet salad
beets), olive oil and fresh herbs.
Once the beets are chilled, they
Fall for Vegetables th is Season
are tossed with watercress, roasted
Although pumpkins in July and squash in February may be appetizing, the time we truly
cheese
enjoy these beloved vegetables is in the fall. Seasonal favorites harvested in cooler
Spain. The taste, Subido says, is very
weather like beets, sweet potatoes, cabbages and pumpkins are adored by many,
earthy, light and organic due to the
especially since they give us something to look forward to after summer in Chicago.
natural beet flavors. The pairing
Marcona almonds and Cabrales
directly
imported
from
with Marcona almonds, however,
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Fall veggie dishes roll tradition, festivity and comfort into one spectacular entrée. Just
makes all the difference with their
as the leaves turn colors signaling the arrival of autumn, our stomachs crave the foods
sweet taste. Although the dish is
associated with this change. This fall, the Windy City is offering up a unique selection of
served year-round at Wave, Subido
seasonal dishes using the fall veggies we love. We scoped out the city in search of the
recommends trying the salad in the
most creative palate-pleasers. Here’s what we found:
fall, when beets are in season. }}
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continued
If sweet foods are your
passion,
you
needn’t
look any further than
312.587.9600),
where
Owner
Allen
Stern-
weiller
spends
hours
concocting
his
now
famous Sweet Potato
allen’s Tart
($8),
which
he
invented nearly 15 years
ago. The sugary, yet savory dessert, made of
sweet potato purée custard, bourbon, eggs and
cream, is the perfect way to end a crisp fall
night. The warm tart is accented with vanilla and
served with a heaping scoop of maple, candied
pecan or cinnamon ice cream, and topped with
a mound of whipped cream. Though the dessert
won’t actually appear on the fall menu, the
sweet potato tart will remain the daily special
at Allen’s through the end of the year. “When
people have it, they love it,” Sternweiller says.
allen’s sweet potato tart
“It’s very easy to get addicted to.”
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At Bistro 110 (110 E. Pearson, 312.266.3110) diners have something to look forward to
every day for the entire month of October: Chef Dominique Tougne’s famous Pumpkin
Soup ($8). The classic French soup, a one-month fall specialty at Bistro 110 for the past
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eight years, is a simple vegetarian dish with an added twist that customers rave about
– it’s served inside a mini pumpkin. The velvety smooth soup is made with very few
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continued
It began as a simple decoration at Trattoria
No. 10 (10 N. Dearborn, 312.984.1718) nearly
butter,
10 years ago. Now, thanks to Chef Doug
pepper.
D’Avico’s magic in the kitchen, mini pumpkins
Although Tounge says
have taken on a new role in the elegant
the dish tastes like a
Italian restaurant. Baked Mini Pumpkins
buttered
pumpkin,
($9), a staple item on the fall menu, have
he insists the flavor
become so popular, that D’Avico has to make
is very easy on the
multiple trips to the local farmers’ market in
palate, as the butter
order to keep up with customer demands. This
mellows out the over-
seasonal delight, served inside a mini pumpkin,
whelming
pumpkin
contains a mixture of roasted chanterelle
flavor. The hearty
mushrooms and cippolini onions served over
soup is not easy for
a creamed onion sauce scented with thyme.
salt
and
the staff to prepare
bistro 110
trattoria no. 10
D’Avico cautions diners to not be confused
at Bistro 110, as each
by the smell; the dish has the aroma of a
individual pumpkin must be hand-picked, washed, peeled and boiled before the soup
fresh-baked pumpkin pie, but its flavor is
can be prepared. But the effort pays off in the end. Last year, Bistro 110 went through
meaty and buttery. The taste, he says, is
its entire batch of 6,000 mini pumpkins.
a nice balance of sweetness and herbs.
Even though the ingredients are contained
For Executive Chef Maneet Chauhan of Vermillion (10 W. Hubbard, 312.527.4060),
within the pumpkin, D’Avico says it’s not
variety is the spice of life. In true fall fashion, she adds a lot of color – and loads
uncommon for diners to clean their plates
of flavor – to her autumn menu. One dish in particular, the Grilled Fall Vegetable
entirely – pumpkin and all.
Paneer Terrine ($10), captures the essence of the season. The vibrant-colored appetizer contains several layers of grilled veggies, including carrots, squash and beets. To
Though Wicker Park’s Bin Wine Café
further enhance the color, the dish is served on a white pumpkin and goat cheese purée
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undergoes a menu change every fall to
masterpiece is accented with 22 different spices. It has been a customer favorite since
include more seasonal offerings, Executive
the Latin-Indian fusion restaurant opened in 2003. Chauhan certainly knows the recipe
Chef John Caputo swears that one item, the
for satisfying her diners. “A good dish is eye-catching and touches all of the different
flavors on your tongue,” she says.
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the rest of the dishes. The vegetable,
a winter squash ripest during the fall,
has a taste similar to pumpkin or sweet
potato and is naturally sweet. Caputo
gives the vegetarian ravioli some extra
tang by stuffing it with house-made
ricotta cheese, sage, ground amoretti
cookies and garlic. The entrée, which
he describes as slightly sweet and nutty,
is the perfect combination of ingredients. The flavors are very autumn-like
with the amoretti cookies accenting the
earthiness of the butternut squash and
the ricotta adding richness to the dish.
“That’s why people love it, “he says.
“Everything added together makes for
landmark café
the perfect autumn taste.”
Who says good things don’t come in
small packages? Though Landmark
(1633 N. Halstead, 312.587.1600) in
Lincoln Park is famous for fire-grilled
entrées such as strip steak and doublecut pork chops, one small side dish
– the Wood Roasted Vegetable
Platter ($6) – is revolutionizing the fall
menu at this late-night spot. Fresh from
organic farmers’ markets in Madison,
landmark café Roasted Vegetable Platter
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parsnips, potatoes, beets, turnips, rutabaga, onions and artichokes – all root vegetables that maintain their sweetness underground during the winter months. After they
are washed, peeled and chopped, Chef De Cuisine Benjamin Browning tosses the
veggies in olive oil, herbs and various seasonings before roasting them in a wood-fired
oven for an hour. The vegetables are paired with various entrées on the dinner menu
or come as a separate side dish. However, Browning is certain that once customers get
a taste of the dish, there will be plenty of upgrades to entrée sizes.
During the fall months, the contemporary Latin restaurant MAS (1670 W. Division,
773.276.8700) in Wicker Park turns into a haven for veggie lovers, thanks to Chef/
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Owner John Manion and his famous
dish Legumbre ($18). He created
Legumbre, meaning “vegetable” in
Spanish, nine years ago with the
intention of appealing to vegetarian
diners. He put a lot of energy and
thought into this creation, which is
both tasty and visually appealing.
Legumbre is an acorn squash that’s
roasted and filled with homemade
wild mushroom risotto and finished
with fresh herbs and white truffle
and pumpkin seed oils. Although
Manion keeps this item on his menu
year-round, he recommends trying
it during autumn, when acorn and
butternut squash and chanterelle,
oyster and portabella mushrooms are
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The Chicago Theatre (175 N. State, 312.462.6363) on
two nights only, catch the Pilobolus Dance Theatre at
Friday, October 6 and Saturday, October 7 at 7:30
pm. Pilobolus Dance Theatre Tickets are $50-$60 and can
be ordered by calling Ticketmaster at 312.902.1500 or online
at Ticketmaster.com.
Aki ra & Ange ls
Le Passage (937 N. Rush, 312.255.0022) is no stranger
to celebrities and trend-setters, but on Friday, October
13, from 9-11 pm, the sexy nightclub will host an Akira
Fashion Show for a great cause. Local boutique Akira, will
provide plenty of entertainment to keep guests captivated
with models showcasing the best of fall fashion. Guests can
enjoy complimentary cocktails sponsored by Effen vodka
from 9-11 pm while feasting on delicious passed hors
d’oeuvres from 9:30-10:30 pm. A minimum $30 donation
will be accepted at the door and all proceeds will benefit
Imerman Angels. Created in 2003 by cancer survivor Jon
Pilobolus Dance Theatre
Imerman, Imerman Angels is a cancer support organization
that connects an indi-
Dust off the black tie and little black dress – the gala season has officially started! Here
vidual fighting cancer
are some of October’s best parties and entertainment. For Chicago’s top Halloween
today (a Fighter) with
parties, check out Nightlife Scene on page 120.
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fought and beaten
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Survivor). For more
don’t need to know what a Pilobolus is in order to appreciate the inventive perfor-
info, go to Lepassage.
mance of the dance troupe named after exploding spores. This unconventional seven
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Soc i ety Re ign
The Anti-Cruelty Society’s 6th Annual It’s Raining Cats & Dogs Gala will take place
on Friday, October 13 from 6-10 pm. This festive celebration will be held at The
Anti-Cruelty Society (510 N. LaSalle, 312.644.8338) and includes both silent and live
auctions, interaction with some of the furry residents, and a variety of Chef Tasting
Stations. Chefs from some of the city’s best restaurants like Avenue M, Vermillion, RL,
Hot Chocolate, Scylla and Meritage Café will be present to help dole out delicious
temptations. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit Anticruelty.org or call
312.644.8338 x311. Tickets are $125/ person.
Beggar’s Banqu et
It’s a Beggar’s Banquet of the six senses: taste, touch,
smell, hear, see...experience. Collaboraction, the hip
theater and arts group, invites you to join them for
the Beggar’s Banquet 5th Annual Gala of Decadence and Debauchery on Saturday, October
14 at 7 pm. Inspired by the Rolling Stones album of
the same name, the Beggar’s Banquet has earned
a reputation for over-the-top fun. Employ all your
senses with a jumpin’ night featuring
an open bar, a decadent feast, and
the best from Sketchbook 2006. This
year, celebrity guest Judy Greer
from Arrested Development will
be joining the festivities. The party
takes place at The Park West
(322 W. Armitage, 773.929.1322).
Tickets are $175, to order go to
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But seriously. Barrel of
Monkeys just wants
you to lighten up – help
them celebrate at the
Annual
Schmancy
performance
Fancy
Benefit
clink with $2 Bloody Marys, Mimosas and Brass Monkeys. Rumor has it that a couple of
the Playboy Playmates will also be in attendance from 2-4 pm to help with the merrymaking. For more info or to RSVP, go to Mcfaddenschicago.com. The first 100 people
to RSVP will get their first drink on the house!
Suzan n e’s Fri e n ds at th e Sh e dd
The night will be going swimmingly at the Shedd Aquarium on Saturday, October
on
21, from 7-11 pm. Join the Suzanne’s Friends-For Life Chapter of the Leukemia
Thursday, October 19
Research Foundation at the Shedd Aquarium (1200 S. Lake Shore, 312.939.2438) for
at 6:30 pm. Barrel of
cocktails, dinner and fun. Hang out with Chicago’s first komodo dragon, Faust. This
Monkeys has brought
smiles to the faces of
dragon is not a fire-breather, but weighing in at 120 lbs and eight feet long, Faust has an
barrel of monkeys
appetite that can devour an entire pig in 20 minutes. Bring your appetite too - enjoy an
open bar, hors d’oeuvres, dinner buffet and a silent auction that includes sports memo-
through live performances. This Fancy Schmancy event will feature high falutin’ hors
rabilia and more. After dinner, head over to the Wild Reef Sharks exhibit and catch the
d’oeuvres, la-di-da beverages, a hoity-toity performance and a (mostly silent) auction.
sight of the beautiful tropical fish. Suzanne’s Friends was founded in 1997 in honor and
Auction items include a trip to sunny California, custom built furniture, sports tickets,
memory of Suzanne Dreebin
Place (108 W. Germania, 312.573.1968). Call 773.281.0638 for tickets, which are $60
in advance, $75 at the door.
Th e ‘Ole Wate ri ng Hole
It’s hard to believe, but McFadden’s (1206 N. State, 312.475.9450), the favorite
corner tavern, is celebrating their one year anniversary! To mark this passage of time,
McFadden’s invites you to join them during a three day fest. On Thursday, October
19, McFadden’s ponders the question, who will be the face of McFadden’s Chicago?
Here’s your chance to shine with a Calendar Girl Search hosted by Stylz and Roman of
B96. There will be a complimentary open bar from 9-10 pm and a champagne toast at
midnight. Friday, October 20 is the “official” one year anniversary, so enjoy half price
lunch specials from 11 am – 3 pm, happy hour from 6-8 pm and watch as the top eight
Photograph © Shedd Aquarium, photo by photo by Keith Pamper
over 15,000 Chicago Public School students by helping support writing and the arts
and the best in local travel, dining and entertainment. Event takes place at Germania
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Saturday, October 21 when McFadden’s is the place for college football. Glasses will
Photograph by James Geneske
Barre l of Fu n
5th
Calendar Girls compete for the finals and $1,000 in green. Help cheer on your team on
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Wilensky. This event, the
main
fundraising
benefit
for the organization, now
consistently draws crowds
of over 800, furthering the
mission to continue the fight
against leukemia. Tickets are
$150 and include parking
and entry into the special
exhibits. To purchase tickets
call 847.424.0600 or buy
online at Suzannesfriends.
org. }}
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Tai lor Made
Sean McClain has a knack for turning out winners.
His latest venture, Custom House, was recently
voted one of Chicago’s best new restaurants,
and McClain himself was recently awarded the
James Beard 2006 Best Chef Midwest. Custom
House (500 S. Dearborn, 312.523.0200) will host
Wine.Dine.Donate on Tuesday, October 24
benefiting Second Harvest, which raises funds
to help wipe out childhood hunger. Teamed up
with Epicurious.com, guests are offered either
an online or offline approach to help support
Second Harvest, the nation’s largest charitable
chef sean mcclain
hunger-relief organization. Offline you say? Then
get your reservation in ASAP for a memorable dining experience. A cocktail reception
kicks things off at 6:30 pm followed by a magnificent multi-course dinner. Not up for
going out? Then go online and invite your friends over to throw a party at home. Log
onto Epicurious.com and download everything you will need – menus, invitations, even
place cards. Each month, Epicurious.com editors will feature the home cook who raises
the most money on the site. To purchase tickets to Chef McClain’s dinner $150/person,
to access a “Throw A Party” kit, or to donate directly to America’s Second Harvest, visit
Epicurious.com.
Y-ME Fash ion Show & Lu nc h eon
Using the finest local ingredients and a revolutionary brewing technique,
our visionary brewmaster discovered what many describe as the authentic,
true taste of beer—full-flavored and pleasantly bittersweet. It was a discovery
that put the town of Plzen on the map, and the world’s first golden beer
in bars around the globe.
Discover how beer is meant to taste. Discover Pilsner Urquell.
On Saturday, October 28, help mark the 26th anniversary of the Y-ME Illinois
Fashion Show and Luncheon that honors those touched by breast cancer. Every
year, more than 2,000 men, women and children attend the luncheon and fashion
show that raises more $250,000 annually for Y-ME Illinois programs and services. Held
at the Hilton Chicago (720 S. Michigan, 312.922.4400), the theme for this year’s
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Join the Starlight Starbright Children’s
show is “Circle of Help and Healing.” Breast cancer
Foundation for its First Annual Wine
survivors and supporters will be honored during
Tasting Event at Bella Lounge (1212 N. State,
the fashion show with apparel selected by 900
312.787.9405) on Thursday, November 2 from
N. Michigan Shops. The luncheon also includes a
6-9 pm. The evening will include wine to taste
silent auction, raffle and Wall of Honor. Win two
and passed hors d’oeuvres, generously donated
roundtrip tickets, or a gift basket from 900 N.
by Bella Lounge. Proceeds of the evening will
Michigan valued at $5,000. Reception begins at
benefit Starlight Starbright Children’s Foundation
10:30 am, the luncheon and fashion show begin
Midwest, a nonprofit organization dedicated to
at Noon. Tickets are $85/person. For more infor-
making a world of difference for seriously ill
mation please visit Y-me.org/illinois or contact
children and their families. Tickets are $40 in
312.364.9071.
advance/$50 at the door. Valet parking is also
available. RSVP to Starlightmidwest.org or call
Y-Me fashion show
MCA Art Auction
312.251.STAR (7827) x14.
starlight starbright
On Saturday, October 28, more than 125 works from high-profile contemporary
artists will be auctioned off at the Museum of Contemporary Art’s Benefit Art
Bearcat Ball
Auction at the MCA Warehouse (1747 W. Hubbard, 312.397.3868). Acclaimed actor
Luxury is timeless. The car named the Bearcat Stutz was the premier status symbol of
Matthew Modine and his fashion icon wife Caridad Rivera will serve as the Honorary
it’s time. For it’s namesake, The Associate Board of the Rehabilitation Institute of
Chairs. Recent MCA exhibited artists Andy Warhol,
Chicago (RIC) invites you to join it for the 8th Annual Bearcat Ball on Saturday,
November 4, 7 pm-12 am. Over 600 party-goers will flood The Merchandise
and Jim Iserman all have works in the auction.
Mart (350 N. Orleans, 312.527.7600) to show their support for the RIC, a nationally
Tickets start at $300
known rehabilitation hospital that has been ranked number one by U.S. News and
per person and include
World Report since 1990. Recently, RIC made headlines by pioneering a real-world
Puck, live music and
dancing.
Proceeds
from the event support
future exhibitions and
purchases
for
MCA Collection.
the
matthew modine
Courtesy of artist and Regan Projects
Wolfgang Tillmans, Catherine Opie, Chris Ware,
dinner by Wolfgang
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“bionic woman” providing her with the use of a neuro-controlled bionic arm. To help
RIC celebrate, join them for an evening of dancing, silent auction, gaming provided
by Trump Casino, and tastes prepared by the best chefs and restaurants in Chicago.
Silent auction highlights include a membership to the Peninsula Spa and two tickets to
the Masters. Individual tickets are $145, Benefactor $225. Benefactor ticket includes a
VIP cocktail reception from 7-8 pm. For more information, please call 312.238.1252.
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E+J ($550) at Barneys New
York. Paisley print quilted
vest by Emilio Pucci ($670)
at Barneys New York and
Brown wool knit dress by
E+J ($550) at Barneys New
York. Paisley print quilted
vest by Emilio Pucci ($670)
at Barneys New York and
STORE locations:
Neiman Marcus, 737 N.
Michigan, 312.642.5900;
Saks Fifth Avenue, 700
N. Michigan, 312.944.6500;
Bloomingdale’s, 900 N.
Michigan, 312.587.8962;
Barneys New York, 25 E.
Oak, 312.587.1700; H&M, 840 N.
Michigan, 312.640.0060; AmeriBrown
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dress by
Brown wool
E+J ($550)
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mandarin
collar,
Rochas,New
York. Paisley
print
quilted
$3,085,
at Ikram;
Cream
vest
byand
Emilio
chiffon
lace Pucci
blouse,($670)
at Barneys
New York and
Diane
Von Furstenberg,
$225, at Barneys New York;
Black and brown stripe leggings, Alice + Olivia, $84,
at Neiman Marcus; Silver
coin earrings, by Jeanne
Bauer/Anu Custom Jewelry, (price upon request)
Anujewelry.com.
Brown wool knit dress by
E+J ($550) at Barneys New
York. Paisley print quilted
vest by Emilio Pucci ($670)
at Barneys New York and
Brown wool knit dress by
E+J ($550) at Barneys New
York. Paisley print quilted
vest by Emilio Pucci ($670)
at Barneys New York and
Brown wool knit dress by
E+J ($550) at Barneys New
York. Paisley print quilted
vest by Emilio Pucci ($670)
at Barneys New York and
Brown wool knit dress by
E+J ($550) at Barneys New
York. Paisley print quilted
vest by Emilio Pucci ($670)
at Barneys New York and
Brown wool knit dress by
E+J ($550) at Barneys New
York. Paisley print quilted
vest by Emilio Pucci ($670)
at Barneys New York and
Brown wool knit dress by
E+J ($550) at Barneys New
York. Paisley print quilted
vest by Emilio Pucci ($670)
at Barneys New York and
Brown wool
sweater
collar,
Brown
woolwith
knit fur
dress
by
Vince, E+J
$370.($550)
Grey leggings,
Theory,
at Barneys
New
$65. Brown
suede
belt,
York. leather
Paisleyand
print
quilted
Etro,vest
$335.
at Neiman
byall
Emilio
PucciMarcus;
($670)
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dress, $39.90,
New York
at H&M.
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E+J ($550) at Barneys New
York. Paisley print quilted
vest by Emilio Pucci ($670)
at Barneys New York and
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wool
knit shirt
dresswith
by
Black and
white
E+Jpleated
($550)ruffle
at Barneys
New
collar, Etro,
York.
Paisley
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quilted
$695,
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vest
by wool
Emilio
Pucci ($670)
Black
cardigan,
H&M,
at$29.90,
Barneys
New York
at H&M.
Redand
taffeta skirt, Miu Miu, $555, at
Neiman Marcus. Red, orange
and yellow leather belt, Etro,
$295, at Neiman Marcus. Grey
leggings, Theory, $65, at Neiman Marcus. Black beads and
leaf pendent necklace, Jeanne
Bauer, Price upon request.
Brown wool knit dress by
E+J ($550) at Barneys New
York. Paisley print quilted
vest by Emilio Pucci ($670)
at Barneys New York and
Brown wool knit dress by
E+J ($550) at Barneys New
York. Paisley print quilted
vest by Emilio Pucci ($670)
at Barneys New York and
Brown wool knit dress by
E+J ($550) at Barneys New
York. Paisley print quilted
vest by Emilio Pucci ($670)
at Barneys New York and
Brown wool knit dress by
E+J ($550) at Barneys New
York. Paisley print quilted
vest by Emilio Pucci ($670)
at Barneys New York and
Green
black
knit
Brownand
wool
knitchecker
dress by
dress,
Sacai,at
$680.
BlackNew
felt
E+J ($550)
Barneys
fedora,
Etro, print
$250.quilted
both at
York. Paisley
Ikram;
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vest byBlack
Emilio
Pucci ($670)
at Barneys
vest,
$34.90, New
at H&M.
York and
Brown wool knit dress by
E+J ($550) at Barneys New
York. Paisley print quilted
vest by Emilio Pucci ($670)
at Barneys New York and
Brown wool knit dress by
E+J ($550) at Barneys New
York. Paisley print quilted
vest by Emilio Pucci ($670)
at Barneys New York and
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peasant
Brown floral
woolprint
knit dress
by
dress,
$39.90,
H&M; Blue
E+J ($550)
atatBarneys
New
sweater
vest, Zero,
$795, at
York. Paisley
print quilted
Ikram;
vest byBrown
Emilioleather
Puccibelt,
($670)
at Barneys
$245.
Barneys
New
NewYork
York.
and
Brown wool knit dress by
E+J ($550) at Barneys New
York. Paisley print quilted
vest by Emilio Pucci ($670)
at Barneys New York and
Brown wool knit dress by
E+J ($550) at Barneys New
York. Paisley print quilted
vest by Emilio Pucci ($670)
at Barneys New York and
Brown wool knit dress by
E+J ($550) at Barneys New
York. Paisley print quilted
vest by Emilio Pucci ($670)
at Barneys New York and
Brown wool knit dress by
E+J ($550) at Barneys New
York. Paisley print quilted
vest by Emilio Pucci ($670)
at Barneys New York and
Green and black
checker knit dress,
Sacai, $680, at Ikram.
Beige
cardigan,
Brownwrap
wool
knit dress by
Vince,
$275,atatBarneys
Neiman New
E+J ($550)
Marcus.
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patchYork. Paisley
print
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work
belt,
Etro,Pucci
$335,($670)
vest by
Emilio
atNeiman
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New York and
Brown wool knit dress by
E+J ($550) at Barneys New
York. Paisley print quilted
vest by Emilio Pucci ($670)
at Barneys New York and
Brown wool knit dress by
E+J ($550) at Barneys New
York. Paisley print quilted
vest by Emilio Pucci ($670)
at Barneys New York and
Brown wool knit dress by
E+J ($550) at Barneys New
York. Paisley print quilted
vest by Emilio Pucci ($670)
at Barneys New York and
Brown wool knit dress by
E+J ($550) at Barneys New
York. Paisley print quilted
vest by Emilio Pucci ($670)
at Barneys New York and
Brown
wool
dress
by
Moss
green
woolknit
jacket,
Yves
E+J ($550)
at Barneys
New
Saint Laurent,
$1,295;
York. wool
Paisley
Brown
vest,print
Yvesquilted
Saint
vest
by Emilio
Pucci
Laurent,
$675.
both ($670)
at Yves
at Barneys
York and
Saint
Laurent;New
Turquoise
and
burgundy paisley print blouse,
Liz Lagie, $375; Cotton shorts,
Diane Von Furstenberg,
$165. both at Barneys New
York; Gold chain necklace, by
Jeanne Bauer/Anu Custom
Jewelry, (price upon request).
Brown wool knit dress by
E+J ($550) at Barneys New
York. Paisley print quilted
vest by Emilio Pucci ($670)
at Barneys New York and
BlueBrown
and white
shirt
pleatwool
knitwith
dress
by
ed
ruffle
collar,
$695,
at
E+J
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New
Neiman
Marcus;
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wool
York. Paisley
print
quilted
pant,by
Dolce
Gabbana,
$795,
vest
Emilio
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at Barneys
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NewNew
York York.
and
Brown wool knit dress by
E+J ($550) at Barneys New
York. Paisley print quilted
vest by Emilio Pucci ($670)
at Barneys New York and
Brown wool knit dress by
E+J ($550) at Barneys New
York. Paisley print quilted
vest by Emilio Pucci ($670)
at Barneys New York and
Brown wool knit dress by
E+J ($550) at Barneys New
York. Paisley print quilted
vest by Emilio Pucci ($670)
at Barneys New York and
Brown wool knit dress by
E+J ($550) at Barneys New
York. Paisley print quilted
vest by Emilio Pucci ($670)
at Barneys New York and
Brown wool knit dress by
E+J ($550) at Barneys New
York. Paisley print quilted
vest by Emilio Pucci ($670)
at Barneys New York and
Brown wool knit dress by
E+J ($550) at Barneys New
York. Paisley print quilted
vest by Emilio Pucci ($670)
at Barneys New York and
Brown and rust plaid jacket with
belt, $1,430, by Etro; Brown
leggings, Theory, $65. both at
Neiman Marcus; Rust cotton
shirt with braided ruffle detail,
Yves Saint Laurent, $930,
at Yves Saint Laurent; Red
taffeta skirt, Miu Miu, $555, at
Barneys New York.
Stylist: Sam Sok @ Artists by
Timothy Priano / Stewart Talent; hair: Cindy Adams @ Artists by Timothy Priano / Stewart
Talent; make-up: Nicole Cap
@ Artists by Timothy Priano /
Stewart Talent; model: Carley
Moore @ Elite Chicago; stylist
Assistant: Agga B. Raya; hair &
make-up assistant: Teresa Pena.
Brown wool knit dress by
E+J ($550) at Barneys New
York. Paisley print quilted
vest by Emilio Pucci ($670)
at Barneys New York and
Light
green
Corderoy
Jacket
Brown
wool
knit dress
by
$398,
by Marc
Jacobs;New
Red
E+J
($550)
at Barneys
mini-skirt
D&Gquilted
$245.;
York.
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Brown
leggings,
by
vest by
Emilio
Pucci $69,
($670)
Theory;
at Barneys
all at Neiman
New York
Marcus.
and
Store locations
Jeanne Bauer/Anu Custom
Jewelry available at Anujewelry.com; Ikram, 873 N.
Rush, 312.587.1000; Neiman
Marcus, 737 N. Michigan,
312.642.5900; Saks Fifth
Avenue, 700 N. Michigan,
312.944.6500;
H&M,
840
Brown wool knit
dress
byN.
Michigan,
Yves
E+J ($550)312.640.0060;
at Barneys New
Saint
Laurent,
51quilted
E. Oak,
York. Paisley
print
312.751.8995;
New
vest by EmilioBarneys
Pucci ($670)
at Barneys
York,
25 E. New
Oak, 312.587.1700.
York and
Brown wool knit dress by
E+J ($550) at Barneys New
York. Paisley print quilted
vest by Emilio Pucci ($670)
at Barneys New York and
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garnished with a sweet cinnamon stick.
S tephanie miller
le passage appleonia
The Cider House Martini ($10) made with
Bacardi O, fresh apple cider and splashed
with Midori melon liqueur, will satisfy your
apple craving. Still haunted by the bad
apple in “Snow White?” Indulge your
palate with the sweet Autumn Breeze
($10). Served on ice in a highball glass,
this cool drink mixes Ketel One vodka,
triple sec and orange and lime juices for a
deadly combination.
Brad Pitt had a young Kirsten Dunst,
Blade had Jessica Biel and Bram Stoker’s
10 pin jack-o-tini and the Jägermonster
MAXBAR Spider’s web
Halloween Cocktails
Dracula had all 19th Century mortals.
Channel your inner vampire at Reserve
(858 W. Lake, 312.455.1111) and sample
When I was younger, Halloween was a time for creative homemade costumes (card-
its aptly named Vampire Juice ($11).
board never ceases to amaze me), candy-hoarding competitions with my brother and
Made with vodka, pineapple and cran-
a deep fear of anything that resembled Michael Myers in the “Halloween” films. While
berry juices and a splash of grenadine,
the white mask paranoia lingers in my adulthood, my excitement for the regular sized
this red-tinted drink is shaken and strained
Snickers bar has grown into an enthusiasm for horror-themed drinks. My unquenchable
into a chilled martini glass.
thirst for all things Halloween can be satisfied, at least temporarily, by indulging my
inner demons at any of the following Chicago hot spots. Their devilish spirits are sure
One of the greatest things about
to excite any ghoul or boy.
Halloween is the re-emergence of candy
corn and those sugary mini pumpkins we
Hauntingly Decadent Drinks
all love, but hate to admit we do. If you’re
There is nothing more nostalgic than bobbing for apples on Halloween. Revert back
like me and stock up on bags of Brach’s
to your childhood with two apple-inspired drinks at Le Passage (937 N. Rush,
packaged goodness, then you’ll love the
312.255.0022). The Appleonia ($10), made with tangy sour apple schnapps and
cocktail Spooky Spice ($11) at Whiskey
enough Goldschlager to make Goldmember jealous, is served in a martini glass and
Sky (644 N. Lake Shore, 312.255.4463)
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in the W Chicago Lakeshore. Served with Skyy Spice vodka, Chambord, orange juice,
candy corn garnish and dry ice for a smoky effect, this Halloween favorite is to die for.
Perched high above the mortals on the 33rd floor of the W, Whiskey Sky offers killer
views of River North and is the perfect place for “high spirits.”
For those of you dying to pay homage
stone lotus heart of stone
to Chicago’s only “liquor spa,” Halloween
could not be a more appropriate time.
With its rich, red walls and maroon lanterns
illuminating the pristine foyer, Stone Lotus
(873 N. Orleans, 312.440.9680) is an
opulent lounge ideal for table service. This
Halloween, try its invigorating drink with
the gutsy name: Heart of Stone ($12).
Made with Grey Goose L’Orange vodka,
amaretto,
chestnut
cream,
Frangelico
hazelnut liqueur and blood orange purée,
this creative drink is as rich and delicious as
its ingredients.
Bowling at 10 Pin (330 N. State,
312.644.0300) has never been so chic with its
Halloween spirits. While awkwardly striped
rental shoes are still required, everyone
looks cool with a martini. This October, try
10 Pin’s Jack-o-tini ($10), including Absolut
vodka, Bols pumpkin liqueur and candy
corn. The Jägermonster ($10), made of
two parts Jägermeister, one part orange
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shot glass and served to anyone desiring adrenaline for the dance floor. Equal parts of
Hennessy cognac and amaretto with a splash of orange juice are combined to make
juice and a splash of grenadine, is a festive alter-
a Full Moon. For those of you who live among the dead and enjoy the madness that
native to the usual Jäger Bomb. Needless to say,
ensues at nocturnal after-hour hot spots, The Count Dracula ($12) will foster your
dive bowling lounges are passé.
deviant behavior. Made with equal parts of Frangelico hazelnut and Malibu melon
liqueurs splashed with your preferred fruit juice (try the fresh mango) and Godiva white
A sweet Spider’s Web ($12) at MaxBar (2247 N.
chocolate liqueur, this drink will satisfy any late-night drink craving.
Lincoln, 773.549.5884) is a perfect way to tame
MAXBAR WITCH’s nipple
your fear of those eight-legged freaks. Made with
While Charlie Brown and the gang are waiting for their Great Pumpkin, you can enjoy
Kahlua, Godiva chocolate liqueur and cream, this
yours at Enclave (213 W. Institute, 312.654.0234). Created by Mixologist Myong, this
unbelievably delicious drink is served in a martini
inventive and yummy version of The Great Pumpkin ($13) is made from pumpkin
glass that has been artistically lined with chocolate
cubes baked with brown sugar, ground
syrup in the shape of a web. For a drink so good
cinnamon, cloves and cardamom. A dose
you’d think it’s a sin, try The Inferno ($12). This
of Bacardi Superior is added and followed
red and pink layered drink has grenadine in the
by a splash of Goldschlager. Poured into
bottom of a martini glass, apple pucker liqueur
a footed glass and served with a pad
and sour mix in the middle and a light pour of
of butter and cinnamon stick garnish,
Red Bull on top. Want instant gratification? Try a
this drink should be sipped and savored.
Witch’s Nipple ($6). This naughty shot contains
Still feeling nostalgic? Try the Bobbing
Grey Goose L’Orange, a splash of Cuervo tequila
for Apples ($12) made from Jim Beam
and pineapple, mango, orange and cranberry
Black, Goldschlager and DeKuyper Sour
juices. After a few, this witch will put a spell on you
Apple Pucker and Buttershots. Served in
and all things ugly will suddenly look gorgeous.
a cinnamon sugar-rimmed martini glass
and garnished with an apple slice, it’s
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Crobar (1543 N. Kingsbury, 312.266.1900) is
easy to enjoy this tasty classic in Enclave’s
home to Mixologist Nikkole Palmatier’s decadent
plush ambiance. For a powerful shot, spoil
Halloween drinks. The Floating Bones and Full
your friends with a round of Apple Cider
Moon (both $6) are two shots sure to kick start
Shots ($9). With Goldschlager, amaretto,
your October festivities. The floating bones are
DeKuyper Buttershots and Sour Apple
created by grenadine, Midori melon liqueur, Blue
Pucker, your inner devil will surface as you
Curaçao and Jägermeister “floating” in a generous
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Known for creative seasonal drinks
and a discreet Old Town location,
Suite Lounge (1446 N. Wells,
312.787.6103) lives up to its inventive
reputation. For a “suite” drink that
is anything but conventional, try
the Witch’s Brew ($12). A chocolate pudding-based martini with
Chambord, Stoli Vanil and a few
secret ingredients, this unconventional
drink is served in a bloody-looking
suite lounge witch’s brew
martini glass and topped with creepy
crawly gummies. Who knew something that looks so scary could taste
so good?
With nine separate bar areas, one of
the most advanced sound systems in
the country and an upscale clientele
that spans from young hipsters to
party scene veterans, Sound Bar
(226 W. Ontario, 312.787.4480) is on
par this Halloween with a new indulgence: Devil in a Red Dress ($9),
which combines Stoli Razberi, peach
schnapps, Chambord, and pineapple
and cranberry juices. It is served in
a martini glass and garnished with a
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Inspired by the latest Wes Craven flick or Steven King novel? Try one of these painfully
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delicious drinks at your Halloween party, while watching a classic Hitchcock or when
Brewed with seasonal spices and Golden Delicious pumpkins Jack’s
your spooky spirits are high. Beware: indulging in more than one of these devilish
Pumpkin Spice Ale is a must have at any fall get-together. Perfect
delights may cause bad behavior.
with the seasons turkey dinners and fall vegetables Jack’s is a
copper ale with rich, full flavors and aromas of pumpkin, nutmeg,
ginger, cinnamon and clove. This fall falvored ale is brewed with
Zombie
Voodoo
two-row, caramel and carapils barley malts and a blend of
1 oz. light rum
2 oz. bourbon
imported Hallertau and domestic Saaz hops. Available at bars
1oz. gold rum
1 oz. Ketel One
and restaurants, and for the first time in 12-ounce bottles at
1 oz. dark rum
4 oz. grape juice
grocery and convenience stores through early December.
1 tsp. 151 rum
1 cup crushed ice
½ oz. apricot brandy
D.i.Y.
Be your own mixologist this
Halloween
flavorful
with
malt
SPKYES,
liquor
shots
that can be taken straight up or
added to your favorite beer for an extra kick. They are
available in four flavors: hot chocolate,
spicy mango, hot melons and spicy lime.
These individually packaged shots
will transform an ordinary beer
Combine bourbon, vodka, grape juice
2 oz. orange juice
and ice in a blender. Blend at medium
1 oz. pineapple juice
speed until smooth. Pour into a chilled
1 tsp. sugar
highball glass. Recipe courtesy of Jean
1 cup of crushed ice
Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop in New Orleans.
In a blender, combine all ingredients
except the 151. Blend at a high speed
Tequila Ghost
until smooth and pour into a Collins glass.
2 oz. tequila (Cielo or Cuervo)
Float the 151 rum on top and garnish with
½ oz. anise liqueur
an orange slice and maraschino cherry.
(i.e., Sambuca, Pernod)
½ oz. lemon juice
Corpse Reviver
1 oz. brandy
Club soda
Combine tequila, anise liqueur and lemon
1 oz. apple brandy
juice in a shaker with ice. Shake well.
1 oz. sweet vermouth
Strain into a highball glass over ice. Top
into a trendy new beverage.
In a mixing glass filled with ice, combine
with a splash of club soda.
For a pumpkin-hued beer, try
brandy,
scene
the spicy mango.
vermouth. Stir well and strain into a
apple
brandy
and
sweet
martini glass.
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Don’t miss Chicago Scene’s “5th Annual Deadman’s Ball” at Crobar (1543 N.
Kingsbury, 312.266.1900). Special guest DJs will spin all night at Chicago’s hottest
Halloween party. Enjoy devilish libations with Chicago’s most alluring scenesters.
Every year more than 1,000 guests attend this annual soirée in their hottest, most
decadent costumes and each year the party gets bigger and wilder. This is a party
you’ll never forget, if you live to tell the story. ($20 cover). Tickets and more information
at Chicago-Scene.com.
On Saturday, October 21, hit the
costume party at the “Boo Ball” at
Buzz (308 W. Erie, 312.475.9800). This
annual evening of eerie enchantment
will benefit the Fairygodmother Foundation, which grants wishes to adults
facing terminal illness. Since the foundation began in 1998, over 750 wishes
have been granted. Celebrate from 6 to
10 pm with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres
chicago scene deadman’s ball
($75/person.) Tamron Hall and Dave
buzz
Novarro of Fox News in the Morning will be your haunting hosts. Buzz has a spacious
Hau nte d Hallowe e n Happe n i ngs
dance floor, so you can get your groove on in your fabulous costume. Special guest
The bewitching hour is here once again, so get your sexiest costumes ready for
Sun-Times; and Annie Boyle, the Fairygodmother herself, will play the Fates in the
Halloween madness! Chicago’s bars and nightclubs have been busy planning their
costume contest. Go scare up some funds for a great cause!
“hanging” judges Anna Davlantes of NBC 5 News; Susanna Homan of the Chicago
Halloween parties, concocting the perfect formula of music, drinks and surprises that
are sure to make this year’s celebration better than ever. This Halloween, you also have
Vam p it U p!
some great opportunities to give a little hope to someone in need by attending festive
Top Chicago promoters Lonnie Rodriquez and Tony Macey host a Vampire costume
fundraisers around town. Trick-or-treating is more fun when you trade the candy for
contest on Friday, October 27,
cocktails, so get pumped to howl at the full moon and enjoy the spirits at these spooky
lure not gore for this event as these hosts are known for some of Chicago’s sexiest
soirées around the city.
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Rednofive (440 N. Halsted, 312.733.6699). Think
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The king of costumes himself, Dennis
Rodman holds court at Enclave (213
W. Institute, 312.654.0234) on Friday,
October 27, for the Exotica Costume
Contest and a haunted house that runs
all weekend. Enclave will transform the
club (including the erie cellar storage) into
a full blown haunted house and maze.
Now becoming an annual tradition in
Chicago Enclave plans new themes each
year that get bigger, better and more
Haunted House at Enclave
elaborate. Two separate entrances to the
club take you on twists, turns, chills, thrills and cocktail or two, or three along the way.
Enclave’s Haunted House runs through Sunday, October 29.
Salud Tequila Lounge (1471 N. Milwaukee, 773.235.5577) is throwing a party on
Saturday, October 28 that will blend nightlife with the afterlife. The “Dia de los
Muertes (Day of the Dead)” costume party is sure to be a frightening fiesta, since
nothing starts a party like a shot of tequila. The bright, energetic lounge is a great
spot to mingle and get tipsy from
any of the 75-plus tequilas behind
the bar. Pair those drinks with upscale
Mexican food and you’ve got a
recipe for an awesome evening. So
grab your friends, buy a few rounds
and sink your fangs into a wedge of
lime. Though the event is called the
Day of the Dead, Sunday morning’s
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On Saturday, October 28, Golan Productions, Inc. and Atomic Imaging celebrate
their 21st Anniversary with “Chicago Vice” their Annual Halloween Party at (1501 N.
Magnolia, North Avenue and the River). Whether you’re “turning tricks or selling treats,”
this party is the place to be. Show up at 8 pm for the longest running Halloween party
in the city, featuring four “undead” (a.k.a. live) bands including; Libido Funk Circus, The
Play Doctors, Radio Mango and DJ John Murges. The scene? A century-old ice factory
that’s been converted to a full-scale party zone. Each of the connecting buildings will
have a DJ and a bar, so your glass should always be full of freshly brewed potion.
Partial proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society, $50/general admission
includes open bar, $150 for the “R.I.P.” admission (VIP includes private area, premium
drinks and gourmet food). Atomicimaging.com.
Celebrate Saturday, October 28 at “Rock
in Peace,” a philanthropic fest at Rockit Bar
and Grill (22 W. Hubbard, 312.645.6000). All
proceeds from the $20 suggested donation at
the door benefit the Make A Wish Foundation. Guests are encouraged to pay tribute
to their favorite Hollywood persona with a
rockin’ costume as they party the night away
from 8 pm to 3 am. The bi-level bar has a
casual, hip ambience, buzzing with just as much
good conversation as music. The Hollywood
Halloween will feature complimentary Effen
Vodka cocktails, Chef Gottwald’s tempting
Trick or Treats and Rockit’s tribute to great
rockers bands of the past (think Grateful Dead,
Hendrix and Jim Morrison), plus the in-house
rock DJ will be spinning songs all night. }}
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Hotte r than H e ll
Halloween is the perfect time to
enjoy Supernatural Chicago,
Excalibur’s (632 N. Dearborn,
312.266.2114) weekly interactive
show by resident necromancer
Neil Tobin. Enjoy paranormal
and psychic entertainment and
two drinks for $25 every Friday.
Excalibur is a spooky setting for
Halloween hedonism, elaborately
decorated as a haunted castle and known by A&E and the Travel Channel as one of
Chicago’s most haunted buildings. On Saturday, October 28, Vision and Excalibur
will combine to create the biggest Halloween party in Chicago, Xecutioner’s Ball V:
Devils Rejects, with eight levels of clubbing and $10,000 in cash and prizes for the
best costumes and the special “Houdini Séance.” More info: Supernaturalchicago.com
or Visionnightclub.com.
John Barleycorn (3524 N. Clark,
773.549.6000) is the site of the “4th
Annual Halloweve Party,” hosted
by the Chicago Sport and Social
Club on Saturday, October 28.
The Wrigleyville hotspot will work its
witchcraft from 9 pm to midnight.
Come decked out in your costume
and show off your devilish side.
Whether you come as a superhero,
a celebrity, a cowgirl or a pirate,
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you’ll fit in with the fun-loving crowd. This laid-back but classy watering hole is perfect
heavy hitters like Bill Kurtis, Donna
for meeting new people and partying the night away. Cover is $25 and includes all
LaPietra, Gigi Pritzker Puck, Jamie Lee
well drinks, Coors Light, wine and soda. Reservations are encouraged at
Curtis, Marlee Matlin and many more,
Chicagosocial.com.
Dream Halloween reigns as one of
Chicago’s best organized and family
On Tuesday, October 31, over 15,000 people are expected to hit the streets in style
friendly events. Children trick-or-treat for
at the 10th Annual North Halsted Street Halloween Parade. Registration starts
toys and we’re not talking party favors
at 5:30 pm and the parade kicks of at 7 pm at Belmont and Halsted and continues
here – real toys and lots of them! Adults
North to Cornelia Street. Get as creative and extreme with your costume as you can
enjoy cocktails, delicious food, incredible
handle, and expect rowdy, fun-loving antics at this Chicago Halloween favorite. After
auctions whose top prizes include
the parade, enjoy the shops and restaurants along Halsted and make your way to
international trips and a tour of the CSI:
Halsted and Roscoe for a costume contest and entertainment. The parade is brought
Melina Kanakaredes
to you by the Triangle Neighbors Association (773.868.3010), and it’s free, so what
are you waiting for?
New York set. Event (G)host actress
Melina Kanakaredes, star of CSI: New
York, will receive the CAAF Ribbon of
Dreams Celebrity Hero award. Aside
C h icagowe e n
from the kids dragging out trick or treat
Mayor Daley loves Halloween and it shows! Each year, Chicago shows its freaky side
bags bigger than they are, Dream
during the citywide Chicagoween celebration which includes celebrations at most
Halloween is know for the single best, to
of the city’s cultural institutions, Haunted “L” rides, parades and more. Daley Plaza
die for swag bags for children and
dream halloween
becomes “Pumpkin Plaza” (October 13-31) where the fountain will run candy-
adults. Dreamhalloween.org.
corn orange water amid a patch of pumpkins, a Haunted Village, performances by
Chicago’s own Midnight Circus, storytelling, fortune telling and pumpkin decorating.
Get Distu rbe d
The Mayor hosts his own Halloween soirée on Friday, October 27, at the Chicago
Weekends in October get your heart pumping at The Oracle Theatre’s (3809 N.
Cultural Center, (78 E. Washington) $500 per person (312.744.6630).
Broadway, 773.244.2980) production of “Disturbed.” an original 15-minute performance spectacle. This is no ordinary haunted house and not for the faint of heart.
Mayor Daley continues on the Halloween scene as he and wife Maggie and Senator
Oracle’s terrifying performance provokes your primal fears in a pitch-black room
Barack Obama are honorary event co-chairs of “The 7th Annual Dream Halloween”
with seemingly no way out. Combing live action, multimedia sound and special effects
fundraising event for The Children Affected by AIDS Foundation (CAAF) on
“Disturbed” runs every half hour until 11 pm and is for adults only – sorry kiddies.
Saturday, October 21 from 5 pm to 8:30 pm at the Windy City Fieldhouse
Oracletheatre.org. scene
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the city to celebrate the “foolish season.” Lucky for you, I remember some of it.
Fe bruary 23-Marc h 1, 2006
Karneval in Köln peaks on Rosenmontag (Rose Monday) with an “organized,” rambunctious parade through the neighborhoods of the city. There are over 100 Karneval clubs
in the city that participate in the parties and events leading up to the six-hour parade
on Monday and the end of Karneval on Ash Wednesday. Since 1823, the Festkomittee
has organized and officiated over the Karneval celebration. There are five original
Karneval clubs in Köln, which are very influential on the parade. All club members
wear colorful costumes, traditionally meant to mock the Prussian army during its early
1800s occupancy of the city.
Each year, club members vie for a coveted role in the festivities: the Festkomittee
appoints a prince, bauer (farmer) and virgin as the royalty of Karneval. Celebrations
and planning kick-off on November 11, at 11:11 am in honor of the 11,000 virgins killed
by the Huns in ancient times. The prince is the head celebrity of Karneval, and reigns
from November 11 until Ash Wednesday. He is “protected” by the Prinzen-Garde
(Prince’s Guard), a club that just celebrated its 100th anniversary.
heidi klum and seal at karneval
Köln Karn eval: A Diary of De bauc h e ry
As
a
Karneval
enthusiast
a
for
decade
and
Köln (pronounced cologne) is one of the most culturally rich cities in Europe, located
member of the
on the banks of the Rhine River in southwest Germany. As the fourth largest city in the
Prinzen- Garde,
country, Köln is steeped in history, boasting stunning architecture, fine art and ancient
here is my time-
Roman ruins. Second to none in civic pride, the city is a hub for arts, music and espe-
tested itinerary for
cially nightlife. Köln is home to over 3,000 bars and pubs, which makes partying the
a perfect week in
city’s number one unofficial trade.
Köln, celebrating
one of the biggest
Did I mention it’s the home of the original Mardi Gras? Köln features the oldest and
parties
largest Karneval celebration in the world, and this year, over a million people flocked to
world. }}
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Th u rsday, th e Day of th e Woman
Karneval officially begins at 11:11 am in the Alter Markt (Old Market) in the center
of the old Roman city. Participants wear costumes during the entire week of festivities
(think Halloween on steroids). Women cut the ties of potential suitors throughout the
day, so leave your Hermes at home. Stroll the bustling streets and stop at one of the
beer kiosks that line the street for some Kölsch, the local fresh brew. Grab lunch at
one of the old breweries in the Alter Markt, such as Sion (Unter Taschenmacher 5-7).
Wear comfortable, sturdy shoes because the ground will soon be littered with broken
glass. Another provision to consider: leave your girlfriend or boyfriend at home; as the
Germans would say, “do not bring wood to the forest.”
Get tickets (about 25€ or $32) in advance from
your hotel concierge for the Blaue Funken Ball
in the Town Hall Festival House, where you
can listen to live music and party all night with
over 5,000 of your new friends.
Sleep in and walk off your hangover by
taking a stroll around the neighborhood.
Visit the Kölner Dom (Cologne Cathedral,
Dompropstei Margarethenkloster 5) and
see if you can climb up the 509 steps to the
top for a panoramic view of the city (2€
admission). The Dom is the largest Gothic
cathedral in Germany, and took over 600
years to complete. Not your thing? Visit the
Schkokoladen Museum (Rheinauhafen 1a),
the famous chocolate factory in the ImhoffKölner Dom
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The Veedels Zoch (Little Parade)
Check out the concert at the Köln Arena, where 15,000 people listen to Karneval bands
is held along the main parade
play local songs and dance in the stands. It is difficult to explain, but imagine the United
route and includes floats and
Center filled to capacity to see the last Rolling Stones concert ever. Again, your new
marchers
best friend, the hotel concierge, will be instrumental in obtaining tickets (50€) to this
quarters and schools of Köln.
must-see event. (The arena has concerts most nights during Karneval in case you don’t
(The winning group gets to
score tickets on Friday).
participate in the parade on
from
the
various
Monday). Watch from the street
Satu rday
in the Alter Markt or get tickets
Get out of last night’s beer-drenched clothes, put on your costume and head for the
for the viewing stands in front
Neu Markt (New Market) for the Funkenbiwak (camp) in the center, where beer flows
of your hotel. The parade lasts
freely … and free … to music and dancing. Representatives of the five original clubs
dance on stage and introduce the prince to the crowd.
through the afternoon. After
you’ve worked up an appetite, eat at local institution Macaroni and check out the
constant party in the lobby of the Hotel Dorint (Helenenstrasse 14), which is Karneval
Eat lunch in the cellar of Früch Brewery or go back to Sion and order bratwurst by
royalty central.
the meter. Then get tickets to the Prinzen-Garde Ball for Saturday night and repeat
Thursday evening’s activities. Or you could try to score a couple of tickets to the Rot
Mon day, Rose n montag
Weiss Club (Red/White Tennis Club) for the Balla Balla Ball (Ball of Balls). Party ‘til
The parade starts at 11:11 am, a larger-than-life fun fest, with parade participants
dawn.
throwing several million pounds of chocolate and flowers along the route. Some can
be quite the projectiles, so pay attention, especially if your reflexes are impaired by
this point. You can try to get tickets at your hotel’s viewing stand or join the locals in
the streets.
You’ll be watching the largest parade in the world. It is difficult to put into words what
an incredible experience it is. Make sure to bring a bag to catch all the chocolate and
flowers you can. Parade groups include bands, dancers, floats mocking current world
events (I bet there will be a float of President Bush giving the new German Chancellor
a backrub next year) and elaborate processions of the major Karneval clubs (they
have the best candy). Karnival music is heard throughout the parade route, which lasts
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Reserve a table in advance at your hotel for dinner after the parade. Dignitaries from
the various clubs will most likely be in attendance at the Dorint or Excelsior Hotel Ernst
(Trankgasse 1-5) after the parade.
Tu esday
Get some sleep, and then head to the
Lindenthal neighborhood on Doriner
Strasse to hop from pub to pub throughout
the evening. My personal favorite is the
House Schwan (swan). Eat at L’Angelo.
Party until midnight, when the music ends
and Ash Wednesday begins. Go out
into the street to see scarecrows being
burned, which is symbolic of burying the
sins of the Karneval season.
Your bad behavior should tide you over until the next Karneval (February 15-21, 2007).
But if you can’t wait until next year, there’s always Oktoberfest…
Good to Know Be fore You Go
• Plan to fly to Europe and arrive in Köln the week prior to Ash Wednesday. Major
airlines going from Chicago to Köln are United Airlines via London, Lufthansa via
Dusseldorf or Air France via Paris for $700-$800. (There are no direct flights.)
• Stay at the Excelsior Hotel Ernst (Excelsiorhotelernst.de) or Hotel Dorint (Accorhotels.
com), which are Karneval royalty headquarters during the week of debauchery.
• English is generally spoken in most venues, but skim a phrase book before you take
off just in case.
• Arrange for tickets to special events in advance to avoid disappointment.
• Most importantly, don’t forget your costume! scene
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Fall Fi n ds
Goi ng th e Extra M i le
Even the hottest soul needs a break from Chicago’s summer heat.
Transform your iPod nano into a personal workout
We found several items to help you ease into the seasonal change,
coach with the Nike+ iPod
while looking fashionable and sexy as the leaves are falling.
Sport
October is also Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and we are
the
grateful for the continued research and support in helping find a
(679 N. Michigan,
cure for this widespread disease.
312.981.4104). This
Kit
Apple
($30)
at
Store
wireless sensor and
Fall Know it All
receiver combo works
Months before the first snow falls, Entendre Couture (1022a W.
exclusively
Armitage, 773.248.1022) is on top of the season. This high-end
Nike+ shoes ($100) and iPod
clothing boutique carries fashion-conscious labels for men and
nano ($150) to give you real-time feedback during workouts and
with
your
n icole wall women that allow them to express their personal style. Its fall
collection is the most eclectic yet, making it easy to create a new
let you track your performance on your Mac or PC. Only Nike+ shoes feature a built-in
look. You’ll find everything from cutting-
workout data with both iTunes and Nikeplus.com. The sport kit allows your shoe to talk
edge denim to timeless classics. We adore
to your iPod. The sensor uses a sensitive accelerometer to measure your activity and
the Chevron Silk Tank ($470) made by
then wirelessly transfers this data to the receiver on your iPod. Find Nike+ shoes at
Poleci, which is a great piece for fall and
Niketown (669 N. Michigan, 312.642.6363).
can be layered under a jacket. The Laser
Cut Skirt ($445) with a lace ruffle at the
bottom is perfect for work and offers an
alternative to everyday basics. The Silk
Tier Dress ($475) is a perfect way to stand
out at a cocktail party along with Poleci’s
Platinum Necklace ($170). Wrap up in
Poleci’s Cashmere Tie Sweater ($370)
and your new look will be complete.
Entendre Couture’s fall collection also
includes flowing tops and sweaters in rich
colors and an array of fabulous skirts and
accessories.
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pocket under the insole for the Nike+ iPod sensor. Your iPod nano syncs your complete
Royal Treatm e nt
If Sex and City had taken place in Chicago, perpetually preppy Charlotte would have
no doubt gone to a Bears game wrapped in a Monogrammed Tartan Stadium
Blanket ($60, plus $10 for
monogram) from All She
Wrote (825 W. Armitage,
773.529.0100), a stationary
and fine gift shop. Made from
100% wool, this blanket is
guaranteed to keep you warm
and stylish while you cheer on
your favorite team. }}
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Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs and Kate Spade … for years you’ve
been carrying around a bag with someone else’s
name on it and it’s time for a change. All She
Another special detail is the second “l” in Bloomingdale’s looks like the breast cancer
ribbon. Created in partnership with Estee Lauder,
the umbrella features spokesmodel Elizabeth
Wrote Monogrammed Bags ($74, plus
Hurley in its promotional campaign. Net proceeds
$10 for monogram) come in a slew of fun
from umbrella sales will go to the Breast Cancer
colors and functional shapes. Self-promotion
Research Foundation. Don’t miss the opportunity to help battle both the elements and
never looked so good.
breast cancer in style.
Fash ion Fast Lan e
Clinique celebrates Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a
Save th e Ta-tas
limited-edition Colour Surge Butter Shine Lipstick ($14) in an
Julia Fikse, founder of Ta-tas
exclusive shade called “In the Pink.” Featured in an eye-catching,
Brand Clothing, promotes
bamboo-inspired case with a corresponding pink container, this
the importance of beauty
award-winning formula delivers lip gloss shine
and confidence among
with the comfort of a lipstick. Clinique will make
women battling breast
a $10 donation to the Breast Cancer Research
cancer through playful,
Foundation for each lipstick purchased. “In the
expressive clothing and
Pink” can be found at the Clinique counter at
accessories. After 12
Neiman Marcus (737 N.
years as a fashion
Michigan, 312.642.5900) for
the entire month of October.
designer,
she
dedicated herself
to making a difference by launching
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the creative clothing and accessories
A charming Pink and Brown
line Ta-tas. The line consists mostly of
Umbrella ($15) is being sold at
T-shirts and tanks ($18-$44) for men
Bloomingdale’s (900 N.
and women. The company gives five
Michigan, 312.587.8962) to
percent of each sale to the Breast
benefit breast cancer research.
Cancer Research Foundation in
Its size mimics the store’s classic
hopes of helping to find a cure.
Big Brown Umbrella, but it is
Items may be purchased online at
lined in pink instead of brown.
Savethetatas.com. scene
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K at i e S c h a e f e r a n d
Su m mar Gh ias
U rban Escape:
sleep deprivation with the intoxicating scent of lavender. Following the treatment, Siren
offers customers a warm, rejuvenating cup of cappuccino, coffee or tea on the house,
leaving you refreshed. New on the menu of spa treatments is the Pumpkin Facial
U n usual Massages
($90), with multiple face treatments, including a pumpkin-based one (the fresh-baked
Stress can occur at any time of year, but with the fall comes the Chicago Marathon
facial will be offered year-round, fall is the ideal time to experience it.
and busier work schedules. Fortunately, there are spas all around us offering
unique massages to blast away our aches or stress. Of course, no excuse is ever
Powe r Wash
needed to get a massage.
There is nothing more soothing than nature itself. The serenity of nature can be
pumpkin pie smell alone is worth it) and face, neck and shoulder massages. While this
found amidst the skyscrapers and busy streets at Asha SalonSpa (1135 N. State,
Ri ng Li ke a Si re n
312.664.1600; 1808 N. Damen, 773.292.1100). Its Aqua Massage ($185) combines
To get prepped for a busy day, there’s no
an Aqua Polish with a 60-minute massage to soothe both aching muscles and dry skin.
place like Siren Salon (3143 N. Lincoln,
Dead Sea salts and natural minerals are used to exfoliate your skin during the Aqua
773.549.0800). It specializes in pampering
Polish and a personalized “Pure Fume” scented oil based on your personality and body
ladies with things like the Lavender Latte
type, is added to the polish mixture. After the polish is rubbed in, a tranquil steam and
Massage ($75), which combines soothing
shower follow to wash off the oils and salts. Your mind and body will feel serene as you
scents with skin hydration. This 60-minute
step out of the steam shower with glowing, healthy skin. Further propelling you into
massage can make any skin look
ultimate relaxation is a 60-minute massage with your personalized oil. Also available is
younger and feel healthier in addition
the Deep Tissue Massage ($175), including a scalp treatment, reflexology and deep
to relieving a headache, anxiety and
tissue work techniques for amazing results. Asha is so peaceful, it will make you feel as
if you are in a faraway land. To complement the natural experience, Asha only uses
Aveda products.
Pu re Bliss
Prepare to be sent to a state of bliss during Bliss Chicago’s (644 N. Lake Shore,
312.201.9545) namesake massage, the Blissage. Its combination of Shiatsu and
Swedish massage techniques was specifically designed to reduce stress and, above all,
provide relaxation. Choose from the 75-minute ($125) or 105-minute ($165) Blissage.
Also available is a six-pack of monthly 75-minute Blissages ($720). If you really want
Photograph by Terry David Drew
Make-up and hair: Cammy Kelly; model: KC Krull, Ford Agency
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a treat, ask Bliss about its Ginger Rub ($220) and get ready for a feeling like no
other. After being rubbed with fresh ginger and warm, detoxifying essential oils, you
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Wrap. Created to stimulate circulation,
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hydrate the skin and leave you with
are wrapped in a luxurious foil for
a golden shimmer, this tremendous
20 minutes, then unwrapped and
treatment begins with a gentle exfoliation
massaged from head to toe for
consisting of Dead Sea salts infused with
over an hour and a half. If your
chamomile. The Egyptian treat continues
body is sore from your everyday
with an invigorating shower, a mineral
high heels, the Ginger Rub will have
body wrap in gold foil to purify the body,
you skipping down the street in no
followed by a rubdown with a nourishing
time.
lotion. It concludes with a refreshing cup
of hibiscus tea and a dusting of golden
Let it Pou r
powder to illuminate your complexion.
Want a massage that has a
You can enjoy the Egyptian body wrap
little bit of everything as well as
for either 50 minutes ($145) or 80 minutes
adequate stress relief? Look no further than Toujours Spa and Salon (5224 N. Clark,
($195). The latter includes a massage with
773.784.7851). Its Raindrop Technique ($95) is a 90-minute smorgasbord of relaxation
the lotion application.
Bliss treatment room
treatments and essential oils combined to put your body in balance and your mind
at ease. The Raindrop begins at the bottom,
C hoc it U p
literally, with a pressure point foot massage.
Lincoln Park Massage Spa (630 W.
Healing organic oils like oregano, cypress,
Webster, 773.296.6300) will shower
peppermint, lavender, thyme and basil are then
you with chocolate as part of a new no
drizzled along the back and spine (hence, the
calorie chocolate fix. Its Chocolate Body
raindrop name) for a full body rubdown. If life
Mousse treatment will lift your spirits
has been pulling you in a million different places,
and soothe your stressed skin – plus it’s
the Raindrop is sure to make you whole again.
a sweet treat minus the calories! The
60-minute ($90) or 120-minute ($135)
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Gliste n!
Swedish massage incorporates chocolate
For a glimpse into the luxurious life of an Arabian
massage oil that releases endorphins to
princess, head over to The Spa at the Four
boost your mood. And if it doesn’t satisfy
Seasons Hotel Chicago (120 E. Delaware,
your cocoa craving, the hot chocolate
312.280.8800) for the Egyptian Golden Body
provided on the side will. scene
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Bu bble Bath
1 bar of castile (vegetable oil)
soap, grated
1 quart distilled water
4 ounces liquid glycerin
Lime essential oil
Spearmint essential oil
Dissolve castile soap into one
quart of warm, distilled water. Add
glycerin and three drops each of
lime and spearmint essential oils.
Add to hot, running water.
Lime and Sugar
Body Scrub
¼ cup raw sugar
¼ cup white sugar
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ cup kosher sea salt
½ cup grapeseed oil
15 drops lime essential oil
Combine everything in a bowl
and apply liberally to the body
(not face).
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(white gold mixed with rhodium) are
B L A K E G ern S T E T T E R
all eye-catching choices. Colored gold
mixed with a little personal style goes a
long way. Italian designer Vaid makes
beautiful gold chains dotted with sparkly
sapphires or diamonds in several lengths
($1,600-$6,000), so you can sport them
solo or together. The higher the karat,
the paler the gemstone color, so you
can adjust your jewelry to match your
wardrobe and budget.
vaid gold chains
M u lti-Task
The best buy a girl could ask for is an accessory that knows how to multi-task. Get the
This fall, women’s style is all about modernizing the basics. It’s time to go bold with gold.
nafco pin
most mileage out of your jewelry by selecting
From bangles to baubles and earrings to bellybutton rings, the ubiquitous choice for
pieces that can be worn many ways. Jewelry
fashionistas this fall is gold.
designer Nafco makes stunning pins that
double as pendants in every shape and shade
Golde n Gi rl
imaginable ($2,000-$3,000). Just string a pin
Yellow gold is the perfect bling thing to pair with both autumn neutrals and fall’s deep
onto a necklace and voila! Or try a pendant
jewel tones. You can wear yellow gold in thin strands for low-key luster with your
that doubles as a ring (about $6,000). You can
everyday look. Make the most of your necklaces by playing with proportion. Layer a
also get creative with the items already in your
few together, tie knots to change the length or add a pendant. For the funkier femme,
jewelry box. Slide a ring onto a cord or chain
amp up your look with an oversized piece. A gold bracelet with a hammered finish is
and you’ve got a necklace!
adds a dash of drama.
M e ddle With You r M etal
Gold jewelry doesn’t necessarily limit you to yellow tones. White gold on its own or
mixed with other metals creates a classic but fashion-forward look. Rose gold (white
gold mixed with copper), green gold (white gold mixed with silver) and black gold
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pretty and practical. Worn with a simple top with a clean neckline, a chunky necklace
Gold Stan dard
Why settle for anything less than perfect when you could have your jewelry custommade? Chicago’s own Manny Bencomo, owner of Manny B and Co., makes original
jewelry from bellybutton rings to brooches. You can choose the combination of metals
and stones in a style you crave that fits your price range. Go to Mannybandco.com
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Private Jeweler
John Hancock Center
by appointment
312.337.5275
312.961.4951
mannybandco.com
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Blan kets an d Th rows
Invest in some beautiful blankets in luxurious cashmere or faux fur. They look great
draped over a chair or sofa and add warmth and texture to a room.
Books an d Beve rages
Set out good books on end tables to encourage those in your home to curl up on the
couch. Stock your pantry with cocoa and tea and/or Scotch and good bottles of red
wine to complete the experience!
Color
Consider changing your décor to incorporate darker, richer colors. If you don’t want
to commit to painting an entire room, choose one wall as an accent and paint it in a
warm tone of red, orange or chocolate brown for an instant and inexpensive seasonal
update. Or simply add color to your rooms through accent pieces like throw pillows
and area rugs. They give warmth to a room without too much of a commitment.
Re plac e Be d Li n e ns an d Towe ls
cozy-u p you r pad
Fall is a cue to put away the light linens and towels until spring. Instead, dress your
As the days get shorter, the more our thoughts turn to settling in for the long, cold
covers, pillow shams and throws. Continue the theme in your bathrooms with fluffy
winter. What better way to prepare for hibernation than making your home cozy and
towels in darker colors or warm jewel tones.
welcoming? Here are some easy and inexpensive tips to “winterize” your home.
bed in warm tones and cozy textures; think velvet, tapestry, faux suede and fur duvet
Sc e nts
Rearrange
Use herbal aromatherapy products like basil, rosemary, pine, cinnamon, vanilla or
Create more intimate furniture arrangements or just try something new. Move seating
other “warm” aromas to add a seasonal scent. Try scented candles or fragrant oils in a
to create areas where people can easily talk or group them around the fireplace or
special lamp or oil warmer for instant gratification.
other focal point.
Lighti ng
Use Can dles
Add table and floor lamps for a warm glow in any room or simply put darker or
Candles are relatively inexpensive and should not be saved for special occasions.
textured lampshades on existing lamps or sconces to add a seasonal glow.
Group them together, combine them with plants or set them in front of a mirror.
Candles are especially great if you don’t have a fireplace in your home and want to
create a warm glow.
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in providing busy professionals with at-home personal styling and concierge services. For more information, call
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You are better off letting the attraction dissolve than risking permanent damage to a
barbie adler
meaningful friendship.
Dati ng a Fri e n d’s Ex: Is it Eve r Okay?
2) Consider the quality of a guy that would date a friend’s ex. Do you really want to
Attraction is a funny thing. There is no logic or reason to it. Attraction just happens. But
think long-term with a guy who would do so? If he can do it to his ex, what makes you
is it ever okay to date your friend’s ex? There are two conflicting rulings on this: 1) the
think he won’t do the same thing to you?
“all is fair in love and war law and 2) the “law of loyalty.”
3) Put yourself in your friend’s shoes. What would your reaction be to a friend pursuing
Which school of thought speaks to you? Perhaps you’re wondering if there’s any way
your ex? Remember the pain of one of your failed relationships and the role your
to get the ex and keep the friend? The answer: it depends on what matters most to
friends played in the recovery. Is this how you’d want your friend to respond when
you. Conduct the risk/reward assessment below and let your answers guide your
you’re in the dumps? Be a good friend if you want to keep a good friend.
decision:
4) Be mindful of what your actions will say about your character. Are you willing to
1) Consider the value of the friendship. Is it worth losing her as a friend? If you’re
interested in the ex of a close friend, don’t even go
potentially risk inheriting a bad reputation amongst your circle of friends? Are you
prepared for your other friends to doubt how “true blue” you are in their life?
there. Period. Shame on you for even
seriously thinking about violating
5) Evaluate the connection between you and her ex. It is physical, mental or emotional?
the ultimate girl
How interested are you in exploring a relationship? Is it just hormones talking? What if
code.
it’s real on your end and just hormones for him? Worse yet, it could be a cutting way
for him to retaliate against his ex.
6) Utilize inside information. As her friend, you may have been privy to inside information about her ex – good and bad. Don’t ignore the intelligence you have. Don’t
think you are unique enough to make him treat you better.
Whatever you choose to do, remind yourself of the golden rule: treat others as you
would want to be treated. In love and war, all might not be as fair as you think.
scene
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matchmaking firm that acts as a personal recruiter for the city’s most eligible, high-powered bachelors. Women
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weakness in the outer hip muscles that provide stability to the hip and pelvis. Pain may
K e l ly C l a r k , PT, M S PT
begin early in a run and last for the duration of it, or it may disappear when you stop
running, but show up again later with more severity when you are walking up or down
stairs or running down hills. Icing the painful area for 20 minutes after you run will help
to decrease inflammation.
To prevent ITB tightness, avoid excessive hill running (not hard to do if all of your runs
are in Chicago) and incorporate rolling your ITB on a foam roll. Your gym may have
a foam roll you can use or you can purchase one at most physical therapy clinics or
sporting goods stores. Don’t be discouraged if the first time you roll on your ITB area it
feels unpleasant. This will change with time as you become more flexible. Weakness in
the hip muscles can be addressed by adding side leg lifts into your workout routine or
by using a resistance machine to strengthen the muscles that help you lift your leg out to
the side. These muscles are commonly overlooked and weak in runners who are always
moving straight ahead and rarely doing any lateral (sideways) exercises.
The key to staying healthy and injury free as a
runner is to include stretching and strengthening in
Ru n n i ng Away from I nj u ry
As the October 22, 2006 Chicago Marathon approaches, many local runners are
feeling the effects of their high mileage training. Even if you are not training for the
marathon, you may still be trying to get in the miles on the lake path during the last
your exercise regimen. Make sure to progress your
mileage gradually (no more than 10% increase
per week) and incorporate rest into your training
program. If you experience any nagging aches
and pains, stop into any Accelerated Rehabilitation
beautiful, sunny days of the year.
Center, Acceleratedrehab.com) for a compli-
One of the most common running injuries is Iliotibial Band (ITB) Syndrome. This condition
therapist. See you out on the path! scene
causes pain and inflammation on the outside of the knee in the area where the ITB (a
thick tendon on the outside of the thigh) creates friction against the femur (thigh bone)
as it runs across the knee joint. ITB Syndrome may be caused from the foot rotating
mentary injury screening with a qualified physical
Kelly Clark, PT, MSPT, is a physical therapist for Accelerated
Rehabilitation Centers, which has partnered with the Mike George
Fitness System to bring the Accelerated Weight Loss Program to
too far inward on impact (overpronation), which can be corrected with motion-control
Chicago. Mike George Fitness System is at 401 W. Ontario, Suite
running shoes and/or orthotics. Other causes can include tightness in the ITB and
100, 312.943.6700, Mg-Fitness.com.
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aquatic life plays in the health of the environment. These young Chicago philanthropists
Su m mar Gh ias
host multiple parties a year and are dedicated to educational programs for the Shedd’s
facilities.
Th e Right Bite
Sh e dd Aquari u m Auxi liary Soc i ety:
Good Fish i n th e Sea
Photos © Shedd Aquarium, by Brenna Hernandez
guests at the 2005 shark ball
With just the “right bite,” you can attend the Shedd Aquarium’s new dinner series as
part of its sustainable seafood awareness program. The dinners are put on five times a
year to highlight how your personal seafood choices can help protect the environment.
The Auxiliary Society will host its next Right Bite dinner on Monday, November
6, from 6 to 9 pm at Naha (500 N. Clark, 312.321.6242). At $75 per person, these
extraordinary dinners will keep you informed for all of your seafood encounters. For
tickets, call 312.692.3123.
With a holiday party in December, a large Spring Break party in March and its Shark
Ball in late summer, the Auxiliary Society mixes fun with aquatic awareness year-round.
The upcoming holiday party is for existing and aspiring Auxiliary Society members on
Thursday, December 7, from 6 to 9 pm at the Shedd Aquarium. This is a great
opportunity to learn more about the society.
Shark Soi rée
Aquatic life remains pivotal to the not-for-profit Shedd Aquarium (1200 S. Lake Shore,
With its annual Shark Ball, the Auxiliary Society raises money to benefit Shedd
312.939.2438), whose goal of operating one of the finest aquariums in the world
programs that serve more than 400,000 children each year. This black tie fundraiser
came to fruition with its founding in 1930 (it celebrated its 75th anniversary last year).
features an open bar, hors d’oeuvres, dinner, dancing and dessert. Sensational foods
Today, with 47,000 members, the aquarium continues to show Chicago many wonders
from local restaurants and specialty cocktails always keep the party going. VIP tickets
of the sea.
include a private reception and special viewing of the aquarium’s latest exhibit. And
if the Shark Ball itself isn’t enough, a post party celebration will have you fishing for
Auxi liary Soc i ety
more. Next year’s ball is slated for Saturday, August 25, but confirm closer to the date
The Shedd Aquarium’s Auxiliary Society, founded in 1992, consists of 75 to 100 young
in 2007 at Sharkball.org.
professionals committed to increasing public awareness of the aquarium’s exhibits,
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research, conservation and educational programs. Members are dedicated to the
For questions regarding Auxiliary Society membership or events, call Elizabeth Tulipana
public’s understanding and respect for the world’s seas, rivers and lakes and the role
at 312.692.3363. scene
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amy d
C riss Ange l
Criss, congratulations on your current TV series, Mindfreak on A&E! How
excited are you?
Well, I am terribly excited! Did you know we ranked as the number one search site of
Magic ian. M usic ian. Mysti fi e r. Provocate u r. M i n dreade r.
Yahoo? I am really amazed to see that after all the years and hard work that we all
I had the privilege of meeting a personal idol of mine, Criss Angel, best magician in
A&E as well as the number one show in TV ratings for primetime cable! As of July 27,
the world on his recent visit to Chicago. Not only was I captivated by his street illusions
the ratings skyrocketed and we have attracted the youngest audience for A&E as well!
and magic - or should I say - the impossible realities that he would create in such a
I am also very excited as this is the first magic-based show in ten years and to see its
suave and immaculate manner on the streets of New York, but also by his charm
success is really an honor.
put in this, we now fulfilled our dreams and are ranked as the number one show for
and dark beauty as a performing artist. To say that Criss is a great magician is an
extreme understatement. True, Criss caught the attention of the world by performing
Tell me, what is the concept of the show Mindfreak, and how would you
impossible illusions such as those performed by Houdini, but he had intensified them
describe it to one who has never seen it?
to a completely new and awe-inspiring level. Criss is also known to perform physically
Mindfreak has three main components. First, it has the performance component of my
dangerous stunts that would make the audience believe that he is of a supernatural
being on the streets of New York and Vegas in a public forum and doing magic and
essence - a superbeing. So when I learned about an entire series that is currently aired
stunts, and literally bugging people out! For example, I would choose a random person
on A&E called Mindfreak, I knew that something big was going to happen to TV. I called
and hypnotize them and right in front of everyone’s eyes I would levitate them (have
upon some friends to watch Criss Angel for the first time, and oh what an experience
them float in mid-air) on the streets of Times Square! These illusions were never done
it was for them! And like me, they too, now are believers.
before on the street and live in front of a camera. But I blur the line between reality and
illusion, and people are astounded! The second component to the show is the “behind
the scenes” aspect of where I am in my hotel room talking about the next crazy stunts
I plan to do. The veil of secrecy is thus being lifted from the inception of the stunt to
its fruition. You also get to see a lot of my family and crew, all the people behind the
show. The third component is a picture from my mind’s eye of images that captured or
provoked me, such as f&cked up tableaus, crazy dreams I had, a painting that I saw.
All three are essential to the concept of Mindfreak. Mindfreak also showcases my music,
music I composed and perform with my band.
How do you distinguish or characterize yourself from other magicians?
I guess I’m just crazier, wilder, I don’t know, I just don’t fear provoking people and
pushing their buttons of faith. I do a lot of the stunt work that most stunt people
wouldn’t do. I love making people think twice about what is real, and what is illusion,
and make them redefine and rethink their level of faith. }}
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What is your favorite illusion/trick or type of magic? I know you love levitation,
where you can lift yourself off the ground in the middle of say, Times Square!
I have no favorites. They are all my children, so I can’t favor any. I just want to provoke
an emotion out of people, whether it is through hypnosis, mentalism, magic, or music. I
love engaging people to think and to question what they believe. I get off from it!
Is it illusion or is it reality?
Both. I blur the line between fantasy and reality. And people freak out. I love getting
that dialogue going and people discussing what they saw. The most gratifying thing for
me is when I do something that may give hope to people to confront their fears and
question what they believed and empower them. Like what my father did to me.
Criss, among being a magician, you are also a producer and musician with
How long have you practiced magic? Why magic?
I did my first trick at age 6. My aunt bought me a magic kit then. But I really didn’t get
into it till age 7, but by age 10 I was doing it all the time. I knew I wanted to do this ever
since. I loved the ability to have the power to provoke people. It was so exciting for me.
I loved all the aspects of magic like mentalism, psychology, and hypnosis.
Who are your biggest inspirations and influences?
My late father. He was diagnosed with cancer and the doctors told him he had only
three weeks to live. He survived three years! He is my strength, my hero, my inspiration.
He lived every moment of those three years to its fullest. I also love the cubist artist Dali,
the Italian moviemaker Fellini, songwriters John Lennon and McCarthy, Led Zepplin.
They are all inspirations to me.
Obviously street magic and extremely challenging stunts are your forte - your
signature – but how do you feel about stage shows?
I love street magic, because it is live, unrehearsed, unstaged. But I had the longest
running show on Broadway as well - 600 performances!
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your own band where you are the leading vocalist and drummer. I hear your
music is incorporated in Mindfreak.
Well, I have been singing and performing music since age 6. That is what I know most
and what I have been doing the longest. Longer than my magic. My band played in
clubs in NYC. I do vocals, and our first CD came out in 1998. It was very similar to Linkin
Park but five years before Linkin Park. My music displays a spectrum of genres – I don’t
like to pigeon-hole myself.
Would you show me a trick or two?!
Of course, anything for you!
And he did. He takes a fork from a hotel tray puts it approximately a foot away
from him and it moves across the floor in the direction that he chooses without ever
touching it! Then he looks at another fork intensely, and it starts shaking it violently.
Right before my eyes, the top of the fork falls off! Both forks were hot when I touched
them. scene
“Mindfreak Series” airs on A&E every Wednesday at 9 pm (Central)
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river north | loop | south loop
restaurants
Bin 36
Gene & Georgetti
Melting pot
American Wine Bar
339 N. Dearborn
312.755.9463 +4
Steakhouse
500 N. Franklin
312.527.3718
Fondue
609 N. Dearborn
312.573.0011
Brasserie Jo
Gioco
Smith & Wollensky
French Bistro
59 W. Hubbard
312.595.0800
Contemporary Italian
1312 S. Wabash
312.939.3870 Y4
American Steakhouse
318 N. State
312.670.9900 +Y4 Brazzaz
Harry Caray’s Restaurant
Naha
South American
539 N. Dearborn
312.595.9000
Italian Steakhouse
33 W. Kinzie
312.828.0966
International Fusion
500 N. Clark
312.321.6242
Carnivale
Japonais
Nacional 27
Authentic Latino Cuisine
702 W. Fulton
312.850.5005 +
Japanese & European
600 W. Chicago
312.822.9600 +Y4
Nuevo Latino
325 W. Huron
312.664.2727 +Y
CHINA GRILL
Keefer’s
Park Grill
Global/Asian
230 N. Michigan
312.334.6700 +
Steaks and Seafood
20 W. Kinzie
312.467.9525 +Y4
American Cuisine
11 N. Michigan
312.521.PARK Y+
Cuatro
Kitsch’n River North
Rockit Bar & Grill
Latin
2030 S. Wabash
312.842.8856
Retro-KItchen
600 W. Chicago
312.644.1500 cY
Contemporary American
22 W. Hubbard
312.645.6000 Y+c
flatwater
Kroll’s
Sushi Samba Rio
Global Fusion
321 N. Clark
312.644.0283 +Y4
American Pub
1736 S. Michigan
312.235.1400 +
Latin Sushi Fusion
504 N. Wells
312.595.2300 Y+4
Grace O’Malley’s
Le Lan
Quartino
Irish
1416 S. Michigan
312.588.1800
French-Vietnamese
749 N. Clark
312.280.9100
Casual Italian
626 N. State
312.698.5000 +
+ Hot Bar Scene
Y Outdoor Seating
c Breakfast/Brunch
4 late Night food
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restaurants
gold coast | streeterville
4 Taste Off Rush
Copperblue
LUX BAR
Eclectic Cuisine
100 E. Walton
312.280.2400 cY+
Fine Mediterranean
505 N. Lake Shore
312.527.1200
Contemporary American
18 E. Bellevue
312.642.3400 +4Y
4Taste
La Scarola
Sushi X
International Fusion
415 N. Milwaukee
312.226.7850 +Y4
Italian
721 W. Grand
312.234.1740
Casual Sushi
1136 W. Chicago
312.491.9232
Amarit
fornetto mei
McFadden’s
Thai Cuisine
1 E. Delaware
312.649.0500 Y
Pan-italian
107 E. Delaware
312.573.6300
Irish Restaurant & Saloon
1206 N. State
312.475.9450 +4
Avenue M
Marche
union park
Contemporary American
695 N. Milwaukee
312.243.1133 +Y4
French Bistro Cuisine
833 W. Randolph
312.226.8399 +
Casual American
228 S. Racine
312.243.9002 +4
BELLA LOUNGE
gibsons
Morton’s
Upscale Lounge/Dining
1212 N. State
312.787.9405 4+
American Steakhouse
1028 N. Rush
312.266.8999 +Y
American Steakhouse
1050 N. State
312.266.4820
Bella Notte
Meiji
Wishbone
Fine Italian Cuisine
1374 W. Grand
312.733.5136
Sushi
623 W. Randolph
312.887.9999
Southern-style
1001 W. Washington
312.850.2663 cY
BICe
Grotto on State
Nomi
Italian
158 E. Ontario
312.664.1474 +Y
Steakhouse and Lounge
1030 N. State
312.280.1005 +
French Cuisine
800 N. Michigan
312.239.4030 cY
Blackbird
Nine
Califorinia-Nouvelle
619 W. Randolph St.
312.715.0708 Y
Steakhouse
440 W. Randolph
312.575.9900 +
greek town
Big Bowl Cafe
Hugo’s Frog Bar
Pane Caldo
Fresh Asian
6 E. Cedar
312.640.8888
Fish and Frog Legs
1024 N. Rush
312.640.0999 +Y
Italian Bistro
72 E. Walton
312.649.0055 Y
Butter
plush
Contemporary American
130 S. Green
312.666.9813
American Eclectic Cuisine
1104 W. Madison
312.491.9800 +
Athena
Bistro 110
Il Mulino New York
PJ Clarke’s
French Cuisine
110 E. Pearson 312.266.3110
+cY Fine Italian
1150 N. Dearborn
312.440.8888 Y
American Traditional
1204 N. State
312.664.1650 +c4
Green Zebra
Red Light
Parthenon
Upscale Vegetarian
1460 W. Chicago
312.243.7100
Pan-Asian Cuisine
820 W. Randolph
312.733.8880 +Y
314 S. Halsted
312.726.2407 4
Cape Cod Room
Jake Melnick’s Corner Tap
Tavern On Rush
Seafood
140 E. Walton
312.440.8414
Classic American
41 E. Superior
312.266.0400 +Yc4
American Steakhouse
1031 N. Rush
312.664.9600 +Y
iguana café
Souk
Casual European Coffee
517 Halsted
312.432.0663 c
Mediterranean
1240 W. Randolph
773.227.1818 4
130 S. Halsted
312.226.3377 Y4
Carmines
Le Colonial
Third Coast
Italian Cuisine
1043 N. Rush
312.988.7676 cY
French Vietnamese
937 N. Rush
312.255.0088 +Y4
Contemporary American
1260 N. Dearborn
312.649.0730 c4
Jefferson Tap & Grille
Sushi Wabi
Casual American
325 N. Jefferson
312.648.0100 Y4
Sushi Bar
842 W. Randolph
312.563.1224
+ Hot Bar Scene
Y Outdoor Seating
west loop | river west | greek town
c Breakfast/Brunch
4 late Night food
+ Hot Bar Scene
Y Outdoor Seating
restaurants
c Breakfast/Brunch
Artopolis
306 S. Halsted
312.559.9000 4
212 S. Halsted
312.655.0000 Y4
Pegasus
4 late Night food
183
restaurants
bucktown | wicker park
restaurants
Geja’s Café
Salpicon
Adobo GrilL
D’Vine
Piece
French
2300 N. Lincoln Park West
773.472.5959 Y Romantic, Fondue
340 W. Armitage
773.281.9101
Nuevo Latino
1252 N. Wells
312.988.7811 Y
Mexican
2005 W. Division
773.252.9990 Y
Contemporary American
1950 W. North
773.235.5700 +4
Pizzeria/Brewpub
1927 W. North
773.772.4422 +4
Green Dolphin Street
Sangria
Blue Fin
Francesca’s Forno
Pint
American Contemporary
1729 N. Halsted
312.337.6070 Y+
International Fusion
2200 N. Ashland
773.395.0066 +Y Tapas
901 W. Weed
312.266.1200 Y
Sushi Bar
1952 W. North
773.394.7373
Innovative Italian
1576 N. Milwaukee
773.770.0184 +
Irish
1547 N. Milwaukee
773.772.0990 Y
Bordo’s
Kamehachi Cafe
Sauce
Café Absinthe
Inn joy
Rodan
Italian-American
2476 N. Lincoln
773.529.6900 +4Y
Japanese/Sushi
1400 N. Wells
312.664.3663 +Y4
American Bistro
1750 N. Clark
312.932.1750 +Y
International Cuisine
1954 W. North
773.278.4488 Eclectic American
2051 W. Division
773.394.2066
Café Ba-Ba-Reba!
Landmark
Spoon
Cans
Mas
Southeast Asian/
South American
1530 N. Milwaukee
773.276.7036
Hot & Cold Tapas
2024 N. Halsted
773.935.5000 Yc Casual American Grill
1633 N. Halsted
312.587.1600 +4
American Traditional
1240 N. Wells
312.642.5522 +Y Old School Fun
1640 N. Damen
773.227.2277 Y+
Nuevo Latino
1670 W. Division
773.276.8700 Y
Charlie Trotter’s
MICKEY’S
Stanley’s Kitchen
CELEBRITY
Mirai
World-renowned prix fixe
816 W. Armitage Ave.
773.248.6228
Traditional American
2450 N. Clark
773.435.0007 +Y4c
Homestyle Cooking
1970 N. Lincoln
312.642.0007 +c4 American Tapas
1856 W. North
773.365.0091
Sushi
2020 W. Division
773.862.8500 Y
ClarkE’s
Mon Ami Gabi
Tarantino’s
Club Lucky
Mizu Yakatori and Sushi
24-hr American Diner
2441 N. Lincoln
773.472.3505 4
French Bistro
2300 N. Lincoln Park West
773.348.8886 Yc
Italian
1112 W. Armitage
773.871.2929 +Y
Traditional Italian
1824 W. Wabansia
773.227.2300 +4
Yakatori Sushi
315 W. North
312.951.8880
Emilio’s Tapas
noodles in the pot
Topo Gigio Ristorante
Coast
Papajin
Spanish Cuisine
444 W. Fullerton
773.327.5100 Y
Casual Thai
2453 N Halsted
773.975.6177 Y
Traditional Italian Fare
1516 N. Wells
312.266.9355 Y Japanese/Sushi
2045 N. Damen
773.235.5775
Chinese & Sushi Bar
1551 N. Milwaukee
773.384.9600 Y
Gaslight
Rose Angelis
Tsuki
del toro
Parlor
Bar & Grill
2426 N. Racine
773.929.7759 Y
Italian Cuisine
1314 W. Wrightwood
773.296.0081 Y Japanese/Sushi
1441 W. Fullerton
773.883.8722
Tapas
1520 N. Damen
773.252.1500 +Y
Fine Comfort Food
1745 W. North
773.782.9000 Y
Boka
184
old town | lincoln park | weed street
Ambria
+ Hot Bar Scene
Y Outdoor Seating
c Breakfast/Brunch
4 late Night food
+ Hot Bar Scene
Y Outdoor Seating
c Breakfast/Brunch
Salud
Tequila Lounge
1471 N. Milwaukee
773.235.5577 +Y
SMALL BAR
Upscale Bar fare
2049 W. Division
773.772.2727
usagi ya
Sushi
1178 N. Milwaukee
773.292.5885
Vintage Wine Bar
Modern American
1942 W. Division
773.772.3400 +Y
4 late Night food
185
restaurants
186
lakeview | wrigleyville | southport
gold coast | downtown | river north | streeterville
Bar Celona
messners
Socca Spanish-style Grill
3474 N. Clark
773.244.8000 +
American Grill
3553 N. Southport
773.325.0123 +4
French-Italian Cuisine
3301 N. Clark
773.248.1155 22 E. Hubbard
312.755.0007 lY
Cafe 28
Mia Francesca
SOPO
Cuban Cuisine
1800 W. Irving Park
773.528.2883
Italian Cuisine
3311 N. Clark
773.281.3310
Café Avanti
Moe’s Cantina
Casual American 3418 N. Southport 773.348.0010 +Y
1212 N. State
312.787.9405 l
Coffee and Desserts
3706 N. Southport
773.880.5959 Y4
Mexican Tapas
3518 N. Clark
773.281.8399
Charlie’s on Leavitt
Penny’s Noodle Shop
Contemp. American Bistro
4352 N. Leavitt
773.279.1600
Thai Cuisine
3400 N. Sheffield
773.281.8222 Coobah
Pompei
Latin Influence
3423 N. Southport
773.528.2220 +Y4
Fresh Baked Pizza
2955 N. Sheffield
773.325.1900 Joey’s Brickhouse
Raw Bar
American Cuisine
1258 W. Belmont
773.296.1300 +Y
Fresh Seafood
3720 N. Clark
773.348.7291 BELLA LOUNGE
The Leg Room
Rockit Bar & Grill
Cabaret
Le Passage
Sound Bar
Elm Street Liquors
LEVEL
SPY BAR
Italian Cuisine
3747 N. Southport
773.244.0990 Y Enclave
LUX BAR
stone lotus
Tango Sur
flatwater
321 N. Clark
312.644.0283 Yl
Martini Ranch
10pin bowling lounge
Argentine Cuisine
3763 N. Southport
773.477.5466 Y 4 Taste off Rush
McFadden’s
Vision
GRotto on State
Melvin B’s
Whiskey Bar & Grill
hard drive
Narcisse
Whiskey Sky
The Hunt Club
The Redhead Piano Bar
American Cuisine 4600 N. Lincoln 773.751.1500 Strega Nona
Asian/Thai Cuisine
434 W. Diversey
773.404.1145 Rise
Sushi & Sake
3401 N. Southport
773.525.3535
M. Henry
Satay
Brunch, Lunch
5707 N. Clark
773.561.1600 c
Global Cuisine
936 W. Diversey
773.477.0100 Y Outdoor Seating
rino
Tie Me Up Noodles
Innovative Sushi
2032 W. Roscoe
773.327.4869 Y
+ Hot Bar Scene
Jake Melnick’s
Square Kitchen Kaze
nightlife
bb’s
Tuscany
Northern Italian
3700 N. Clark
773.404.7700 Y Twisted Spoke
Burgers, Brunch and Drinks
3365 N. Clark
773.525.5300 c
c Breakfast/Brunch
4 late Night food
15 W. Hubbard
312.245.3100
12 W. Elm
312.337.3200
213 W. Institute
312.654.0234 Ø
100 E. Walton
312.280.2400
1030 N. State
312.280.1005 l
151 E. Wacker
312.239.4544 Ø4
1100 N. State
312.988.7887 YØl4 A
Y Outdoor Seating
41 E. Superior
312.266.0400
343 W. Erie
312.587.3433 4 7 W. Division
312.337.2583 Ø4 937 N. Rush
312.255.0022 Øl4 1045 N. Rush
312.397.1045 Y Ø4 18 E. Bellevue
312.642.3400 l
1206 N. State
312.475.9450 l4 A
1114 N. State
312.751.9897 Yl
710 N. Clark
312.787.2675 l
16 W. Ontario
312.640.1000 4 ØDancing
226 W. Ontario
312.787.4480 Ø4 646 N Franklin
312.587.8779 Ø4 873 N. Orleans
312.440.9680 Ø
311 W. Chicago
312.335.9500 YØ4 l
l Food
22 W. Hubbard
312.645.6000 Yl
330 N. State
312.644.0300 l
632 N. Dearborn
312.266.1944 Ø4 1015 N. Rush
312.475.0300 W Hotel LSD
644 N. Lake Shore
312.943.9200
Y Bar
224 W. Ontario
312.274.1880
ASports Bar
4 Open til 4 am
187
nightlife
bucktown | wicker park
nightlife
Estelle’s Café & Pub
SMALL BAR
Bar 3
Green Dolphin
Mad River Bar & Grille
Black Beetle Bar
Four
Vintage Wine Bar
Barleycorn Sports Bar
hogs and honeys
MaxBar
Blue Line Club Car
Ginbucks
Wicker Park Tavern
Bordo’s
Jet Vodka Lounge
MICKEYS
Cans
iggy’s
live music
Cherry Red
Joe’s
Spoon
Crobar
John Barleycorn
Stanley’s
Déjà Vu
Katacomb
Suite Lounge
Duke’s Bar & Grill
Kincade’s
Ta’Too
Gamekeepers
Kingston Mines
2548 N. Halsted
773.477.4646 4Ø
2483 N. Clark
773.549.1132 l Gin Mill
landmark
Zella
Grand Central
Lion Head Pub &
The Apartment
Zentra
1704 N. Damen
773.645.7500 l
2532 W. Chicago
773.384.0701 l
1548 N. Damen
773.395.3700
1640 N. Damen
773.227.2277 l
Celebrity
1856 W. North
773.365.0091 l
Club Lucky
1824 W. Wabnasia
773.227.2300 l
cobra lounge
235 N. Ashland
312.226.6300
Danny’s
1951 W. Dickens
773.489.6457 darkroom
2210 W. Chicago
773.276.1411Ø
del toro
1520 N. Damen
773.252.1500 lY
188
lincoln park | old town | weed street
Bar Louie
Y Outdoor Seating
2013 W. North
773.782.0450 l 4
1551 W. Division
773.235.9100 4Ø
1469 N. Milwaukee
773.384.1439
1840 W. North Ave.
773.227.4449 Yl
Leopard Lounge
1645 W. Cortland
773.862.7877 North Side Café 1635 N. Damen 773.384.3555 Yl
PINT
1547 N. Milwaukee
773.772.0990 l
Pontiac Café
1531 N. Damen
773.252.7767 Yl
Rainbo Club
1150 N. Damen
773.489.5999 Salud
2049 W. Division
773.772.2727
1942 W. Division
773.772.3400 lY
1958 W. North
773.278.5138 4lA
Artful Dodger
1734 W. Wabansia
773.227.6859 Ø
Double Door
1572 N. Milwaukee
773.489.3160 Ø Empty Bottle
1035 N. Western
773.276.3600 Ø
Reservation Blues
1566 N. Milwaukee
773.645.5200 lØ Smoke Daddy
1804 W. Division
773.772.6656 YlØ Subterranean
2011 W. North
773.278.6600 lØ 1471 N. Milwaukee
773.235.5577 Yl
l Food
ØDancing
2138 N. Halsted
773.348.3665 2142 N. Clybourn
773.348.0414 lA
2476 N. Lincoln
773.529.6900 l4
2833 N. Sheffield
773.477.3661 Ø 1543 N. Kingsbury
312.266.1900 Ø4 2624 N. Lincoln
773.871.0205 Ø4
2616 N. Clark
773.248.0250 l
1971 N. Lincoln
773.549.0400 l4A
2462 N. Lincoln
773.549.3232 l
950 W. Wrightwood
773.832.4000 lY
A Sports Bar
4 Open til 4 am
Y Outdoor Seating
2200 N. Ashland
773.395.0066 YØ4l
1551 N. Sheffield
312.377.1733 Ø
2247 N. Lincoln
773.549.5884
1551 N. Sheffield
312.730.4395 Ø
2450 N. Clark
773.435.0007 lYA
940 W. Weed
312.337.3486 A l4Y
658 W. Belden
773.348.8899 ØlY 1909 N. Lincoln
312.337.4040 4 1970 N. Lincoln
312.642.0007 Yl
1365 W. Fullerton
773.525.2739
1633 N. Halsted
312.587.1600 l
THE Tin Lizzie
1983 N. Clybourn
773.549.2910 lY 2251 N. Lincoln
773.348.5100 lØA ØDancing
1240 N. Wells
312.642.5522 Yl
1446 N. Wells
312.787.6103
950 W. Armitage
773.348.0010 l
l Food
2909 N. Sheffield
773.935.7500 lA
ASports Bar
923 W. Weed
312.787.0400 ØY 4 Open til 4 am
189
nightlife
lakeview | wrigleyville | uptown | roscoe vilage
nightlife
Hye Bar
Smart Bar
Avenue M
five star bar & Grill
RESERVE
Bernie’s Bar
John Barleycorn
SoPo
Betty’s Blue Star Lounge
Fulton Lounge
Sonotheque
Blarney Stone
mad river
Sports Corner Grill
Cleo’s
Funky Buddha Lounge
Transit
Bungalow
Matilda’s
waterhouse
Club Foot
G-Cue Billiards
Twisted Spoke
Casey Moran’s
messner’s
Witt’S
Crocodile Lounge
Ghost Bar at Nine
union park
live music
Dante’s
Jefferson Tap & Grille
victor hotel
Darkroom
Matchbox
3474 N. Clark
773.244.8000 lØ 3664 N. Clark
773.525.1898 A Yl 3424 N. Sheffield
773.348.1078 1622 W. Belmont
773.244.0400 3660 N. Clark
773.755.4444 lA Y The Central
3466 N. Clark
773.880.2222 lA
Cullen’s
3741 N. Southport
773.975.0600 Full Shilling
3724 N. Clark
773.248.3330 lA Goose Island
3535 N. Clark
773.832.9040 l
Hi-Tops
3551 N. Sheffield
773.348.0009 lØA
190
west loop | river west | ukrainian village
Bar Celona
Y Outdoor Seating
3707 N. Southport
773.244.4057
3730 N. Clark
773.549.0203 Ø4
3524 N. Clark
773.549.6000 lØA 3418 N. Southport
773.348.0100 Yl
2909 N. Sheffield
773.935.7500 A l
956 W. Addison
773.929.1441 lA Y
3101 N. Sheffield
773.883.4400 l
3553 N. Southport
773.325.0123 A lY
Moe’s Cantina
3518 N. Clark
773.248.0002 l
Murphy’s Bleachers
3655 N. Sheffield
773.281.5356 Yl
Neybours
3651 N. Southport
773.883.4406
red ivy
3525 N. Clark
773.472.0900 lA
Sluggers
3407 N. Paulina
773.871.1200 lY
2913 N. Lincoln
773.528.7032 Yl
Cubby Bear
1059 W. Addison
773.327.1662 A l Green Mill
4802 N. Broadway
773.878.5552 4 Metro
3730 N. Clark
773.549.0203 4 Schuba’s Tavern
3159 N. Southport
773.525.2508 3540 N. Clark
773.248.0055 A lØ l Food
ØDancing
695 N. Milwaukee
312.243.1133 lY
1600 W. Grand
312.243.1699 l4 1935 W. Chicago
312.243.5600 lØ 1824 W. Augusta
773.489.0379 221 W. Van Buren
312.427.9290
1200 W. Hubbard
312.243.9350 YlA 2210 W. Chicago
773.276.1411 Y
dragonfly mandarin
832 W. Randolph
312.787.7600 l
4 Open til 4 am
955 W. Fulton Market
312.942.9500 Y 728 W. Grand
312.666.1695 Ø 156 N. Morgan
312.850.3170 l 325 N. Jefferson
312.648.0100 Y lA 4
plush
1104 W. Madison
312.491.9800 l
Emmit’s
RedNofive
128 S. Halsted
312.421.7191 lØ Y Outdoor Seating
1444 W. Chicago
312.226.7600 Ø 1431 W. Lake
312.491.8600 4Ø 228 S. Racine
312.243.9002 lA
311 N. Sangamon
312.733.9600 l
wine bars
770 N. Milwaukee
312.666.9292 Y
Poag Mahone’s
858 W. Lake
312.455.1111 Ø
501 N. Ogden
312.666.1500 lY 440 W. Randolph
312.575.9900 Øl
Dugan’s
495 N. Milwaukee
312.563.9631 l
A Sports Bar
1424 W. Chicago
312.850.2555 l
Beviamo Wine Bar
1358 W. Taylor
312.455.8255 The Tasting Room
1415 W. Randolph
312.942.1313
333 S. Wells
312.566.9100 440 N. Halsted
312.733.6699 4Ø l Food
ØDancing
ASports Bar
4 Open til 4 am
191
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