tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-76754225849877431062012-05-25T14:20:50.690-05:00Got Buzz @ Kurman Communications, Inc.A world leader in lifestyle public relations and marketing. Cutting-edge creativity. Out-of-the box thinking. Brand masters. Media strategists. Social Media. Chicago-based. Call 312-651-9000 to connect.Cindy Kurmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01895822322119609436noreply@blogger.comBlogger848125http://users.feedblitz.com/6bfdf4e2a7e21eae742c4a1ac9651ea5/Kci%201x1%20logo.jpghttp://www.gotbuzzatkurman.com/2012/05/its-burger-time-celebrate-national.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7675422584987743106.post-4242271726775598452012-05-25T14:20:00.001-05:002012-05-25T14:20:50.888-05:00It’s Burger Time! Celebrate National Hamburger Day May 28!<Img align="left" border="0" height="1" width="1" style="border:0;float:left;margin:0;padding:0" hspace="0" src="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/i/30638012/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">You don’t need a special occasion to enjoy a hamburger, but when National Hamburger Day rolls around on Monday, May 28, it’s time to skip those everyday burgers and go for the real gourmet deal. <o:p></o:p></span>
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<br><div class="MsoPlainText" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><a href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/t/0/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc/~http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-VdX_dtx6Qck/T7_Y6Ol9u7I/AAAAAAAAAXM/AT6iMeyEzaM/s1600/Elate+burger.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="110" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-VdX_dtx6Qck/T7_Y6Ol9u7I/AAAAAAAAAXM/AT6iMeyEzaM/s200/Elate+burger.jpg" width="200" /></a><v:shapetype coordsize="21600,21600" filled="f" id="_x0000_t75" o:preferrelative="t" o:spt="75" path="m@4@5l@4@11@9@11@9@5xe" stroked="f"><span style="font-family: Consolas;"> <v:stroke joinstyle="miter"> <v:formulas> <v:f eqn="if lineDrawn pixelLineWidth 0"> <v:f eqn="sum @0 1 0"> <v:f eqn="sum 0 0 @1"> <v:f eqn="prod @2 1 2"> <v:f eqn="prod @3 21600 pixelWidth"> <v:f eqn="prod @3 21600 pixelHeight"> <v:f eqn="sum @0 0 1"> <v:f eqn="prod @6 1 2"> <v:f eqn="prod @7 21600 pixelWidth"> <v:f eqn="sum @8 21600 0"> <v:f eqn="prod @7 21600 pixelHeight"> <v:f eqn="sum @10 21600 0"> </v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:formulas> <v:path gradientshapeok="t" o:connecttype="rect" o:extrusionok="f"> <o:lock aspectratio="t" v:ext="edit"></o:lock></v:path></v:stroke></span></v:shapetype><v:shape id="Picture_x0020_4" o:spid="_x0000_s1029" style="height: 114.6pt; margin-left: -0.85pt; margin-top: 365.55pt; mso-height-percent: 0; mso-height-relative: margin; mso-position-horizontal-relative: margin; mso-position-horizontal: absolute; mso-position-vertical-relative: margin; mso-position-vertical: absolute; mso-width-percent: 0; mso-width-relative: margin; mso-wrap-distance-bottom: 0; mso-wrap-distance-left: 9pt; mso-wrap-distance-right: 9pt; mso-wrap-distance-top: 0; mso-wrap-style: square; position: absolute; visibility: visible; width: 206.75pt; z-index: -251650048;" type="#_x0000_t75"><span style="font-family: Consolas;"> <v:imagedata o:title="" src="file:///C:\Users\carmen\AppData\Local\Temp\msohtmlclip1\01\clip_image001.jpg"> <w:wrap anchorx="margin" anchory="margin" type="tight"></w:wrap></v:imagedata></span></v:shape><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Elate has become one of Chicago’s casual dining treasures. The restaurant is one of the most attractive gathering places in the city and its LEED certified design, comprised of mainly of sustainable, re-purposed materials, is very inviting, stylish and comfortable. But what keeps guests coming back to Elate is its consistently delicious and creative food from Executive Chef Michael Noll. His specialty is contemporary American fare made from primarily locally sourced, organic and sustainable ingredients.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br><div class="MsoPlainText" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">His Elate Burger doesn’t disappoint—it’s one of the most delicious and generously sized burgers in Chicago. The Elate Burger ($14) is topped with creamed leeks, Applewood bacon and served with a generous portion of hand-cut fries.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br><div class="MsoPlainText" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span><span style="font-size: 12pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">If your food preferences run along vegetarian lines, you’re in good hands at Elate with the very popular Vegetarian Black Bean Burger ($11). It’s topped with whipped avocado/piquillo peppers and served with seasoned fries and house made pickles.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<br>(773) 770-0184; <a href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/t/0/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc/~http://www.miafrancesca.com/">www.miafrancesca.com<o:p></o:p></a></span>
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<br><div class="MsoPlainText" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><a href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/t/0/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc/~http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-tlqVZPDlPGg/T7_Y-_JcihI/AAAAAAAAAXk/IpRW8L5Ulmk/s1600/Maxwell+burger.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="102" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-tlqVZPDlPGg/T7_Y-_JcihI/AAAAAAAAAXk/IpRW8L5Ulmk/s200/Maxwell+burger.jpg" width="200" /></a><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p> </o:p></span><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The folks who live in River North and Fulton River District have happily discovered that the main restaurant at East Bank Club, Maxwell’s at the Club, is open to the public. They’ve also discovered that this superb, comfortable restaurant serves some of the best food in the neighborhood, prepared with culinary finesse and customizable to please one’s particular tastes and desires. As you would expect at such a major health club, many of the dishes are nutritious and heart-healthy as well as delicious. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br><div class="MsoPlainText" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">One of the most popular delights at Maxwell’s is Max’s Minis ($10). This trio of sliders includes a mini prime steakburger, a mini Santé Fe chicken burger and a mini Yellowfin Tuna Steak burger, all topped with crispy onion strings. If you would like to customize your minis, simply ask your server for any combination of the three. If you’re in the mood for steak sliders, you’ll enjoy the very popular </span><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Mini Tenderloin Sliders ($14), a t</span><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">rio of seared mini filet mignon sliders finished with lemon and basil.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Carmen Turnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15464410639889350601noreply@blogger.com0http://www.gotbuzzatkurman.com/2012/05/unibroue-brewery-beer-dinner-at.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7675422584987743106.post-53418748048622568572012-05-25T07:00:00.000-05:002012-05-25T07:00:14.471-05:00Unibroue Brewery Beer Dinner at Francesca's Fiore<Img align="left" border="0" height="1" width="1" style="border:0;float:left;margin:0;padding:0" hspace="0" src="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/i/30624174/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">May 30, 7:00 p.m. – <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Francesca’s Fiore</b> (7407 W. Madison St., Forest Park, IL 60130, 708-771-3063)<o:p></o:p></span>
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<br><div style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/t/0/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc/~http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-gMz9JNmzezk/T5Bg-2ICuJI/AAAAAAAAANk/RvXr_uw9KcM/s1600/Windy+City+Distribution.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="143" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-gMz9JNmzezk/T5Bg-2ICuJI/AAAAAAAAANk/RvXr_uw9KcM/s200/Windy+City+Distribution.jpg" width="200" /></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Unibroue Brewery creates unique-tasting craft beers using traditional brewing methods</span><span style="color: #5d5145; font-family: "Tahoma","sans-serif"; font-size: 7pt; line-height: 115%;"> </span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">developed over the last two centuries by Belgium monks in Europe.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Their creations are unlike any other product on the market, and no two are alike – try four of their premier pours on Wednesday, May 30<sup><span style="font-size: x-small;">th</span></sup> at Francesca’s Fiore for this exclusive, Unibroue Brewery Beer Dinner. $40 per person, tax and gratuity additional.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Advance reservations required for this sell-out event. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">The evening begins with </span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Steamed Prince Edward Island Mussels</b>, golden ale, sweet onion, cilantro, coriander leaves, and toasted pretzel<span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">. This is paired with <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">La fin du Monde, </i>triple style golden ale. Following this is </span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Crab and mascarpone filled Raviolo</b>, sweet corn broth and chives<span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">, paired with <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Blonde de Chambly, </i>saison. The next course features </span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Grilled pork tenderloin</b>, charred red peppers, Calabrian chilies<span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">. The <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Maudite, </i>strong amber red ale pairs perfectly with this course. The dinner ends with </span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Triple chocolate hazelnut torte</b> with nutella gelato and espresso caramel<span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">. <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Noir de Chambly, </i>Belgian style black ale is paired with this course.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">Post provided by Kurman Communications, Inc., a world leader in lifestyle public relations, social media and marketing...Providing cutting-edge creativity, out-of-the-box thinking, brand mastery, media strategy, social networking, and word-of-mouth marketing since 1983. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/kurmancommunications. Follow us on Twitter @KurmanPR and @KurmanStaff. Visit www.kurman.com or write to kurmanstaff@kurman.com to learn more.<img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7675422584987743106-5341874804862256857?l=www.gotbuzzatkurman.com' alt='' /></div>
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Carmen Turnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15464410639889350601noreply@blogger.com0http://www.gotbuzzatkurman.com/2012/05/last-chance-for-flemings-dining-gift.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7675422584987743106.post-67372131559079497822012-05-24T10:42:00.000-05:002012-05-24T12:07:51.326-05:00Last chance for Fleming's Dining gift offer!<Img align="left" border="0" height="1" width="1" style="border:0;float:left;margin:0;padding:0" hspace="0" src="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/i/30603313/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc">
<br><a href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/t/0/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc/~http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-OI_WWSa2e_0/T75qnVLai9I/AAAAAAAAAXA/KoAYhZplIT4/s1600/Business_Dining_235_LO+(3).jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="133" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-OI_WWSa2e_0/T75qnVLai9I/AAAAAAAAAXA/KoAYhZplIT4/s200/Business_Dining_235_LO+(3).jpg" width="200" /></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar private dining gift offer is wrapping up so don't miss out on the opportunity to hold your event in one of its private dining areas. Book your event at Fleming’s with a party of 15 or more by June 15 and receive a $50 Dining Card for every $500 you spend. Flexible menu options are available which include prime steak and 100 wines by the glass. Also available is Fleming's personalized planning service which will help you sit back, relax and just enjoy the party!</span>
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<br><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Book your reservations by June 15 for your upcoming client or corporate event, seminar, birthday or wedding celebration by calling Fleming’s in Chicago at 312-329-9463, contact Megan Beasley at </span><a href="mailto:pdchicago@flemingssteakhouse.com"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="color: blue;">pdchicago@flemingssteakhouse.com</span></span></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> or in Lincolnshire at <span style="color: #222222;">847-793-0333, contact Cara St. John at </span></span><a href="mailto:privatedininglincolnshire@flemingssteakhouse.com"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="color: blue;">privatedininglincolnshire@flemingssteakhouse.com</span></span></a><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">. </span><o:p></o:p>
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Carmen Turnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15464410639889350601noreply@blogger.com0http://www.gotbuzzatkurman.com/2012/05/french-market-coming-to-westfield-old.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7675422584987743106.post-23537997381036697372012-05-22T13:54:00.000-05:002012-05-22T13:54:00.217-05:00French Market coming to Westfield Old Orchard<Img align="left" border="0" height="1" width="1" style="border:0;float:left;margin:0;padding:0" hspace="0" src="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/i/30555557/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc">
<br><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><a href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/t/0/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc/~http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-fIf92wF3fWk/T5Gws1mL3SI/AAAAAAAAAPs/0QVk7lm72no/s1600/Westfield+Logo.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="85" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-fIf92wF3fWk/T5Gws1mL3SI/AAAAAAAAAPs/0QVk7lm72no/s200/Westfield+Logo.jpg" width="200" /></a><v:shapetype coordsize="21600,21600" filled="f" id="_x0000_t75" o:preferrelative="t" o:spt="75" path="m@4@5l@4@11@9@11@9@5xe" stroked="f"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> <v:stroke joinstyle="miter"> <v:formulas> <v:f eqn="if lineDrawn pixelLineWidth 0"> <v:f eqn="sum @0 1 0"> <v:f eqn="sum 0 0 @1"> <v:f eqn="prod @2 1 2"> <v:f eqn="prod @3 21600 pixelWidth"> <v:f eqn="prod @3 21600 pixelHeight"> <v:f eqn="sum @0 0 1"> <v:f eqn="prod @6 1 2"> <v:f eqn="prod @7 21600 pixelWidth"> <v:f eqn="sum @8 21600 0"></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:formulas></v:stroke></span></v:shapetype><span style="line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Westfield Old Orchard and Bensidoun USA are partnering to bring a Parisian style street market to the high end shopping center. Starting in June, the outdoor market located near Macy’s will house a plethora of artisan vendors selling everything from fresh produce, breads and cheeses to other local artisanal products.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Also available will be unique gifts for the home and family.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
<br><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><div style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/t/0/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc/~http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-sfE9HFN67xs/T6Bf2BushVI/AAAAAAAAARE/hFtGYXonNuU/s1600/BENUSA+002+(4).jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="105" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-sfE9HFN67xs/T6Bf2BushVI/AAAAAAAAARE/hFtGYXonNuU/s200/BENUSA+002+(4).jpg" width="200" /></a></div><span style="line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">This is the first time Westfield and the French Market have partnered together in an effort to create a completely new shopping experience for Westfield customers.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>By adding the artisan outdoor market and selling fresh and local goods, Westfield’s goal is to create a greater sense of community in the area which includes residents of Chicago and surrounding suburban areas, as well as Westfield retailers.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In supporting the French market and participating vendors, Westfield hopes to provide a greater recognition and appreciate for local artisans. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
<br><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The market is set to begin 2 pm – 7 pm every Thursday starting in June and running through September.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>For more information on the upcoming French Market at Westfield Old Orchard, call 847-673-6800.<span class="t101"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">Post provided by Kurman Communications, Inc., a world leader in lifestyle public relations, social media and marketing...Providing cutting-edge creativity, out-of-the-box thinking, brand mastery, media strategy, social networking, and word-of-mouth marketing since 1983. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/kurmancommunications. Follow us on Twitter @KurmanPR and @KurmanStaff. Visit www.kurman.com or write to kurmanstaff@kurman.com to learn more.<img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7675422584987743106-2353799738103669737?l=www.gotbuzzatkurman.com' alt='' /></div>
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Carmen Turnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15464410639889350601noreply@blogger.com0http://www.gotbuzzatkurman.com/2012/05/brunch-at-francescas-restaurants.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7675422584987743106.post-20433926722494379742012-05-21T11:42:00.001-05:002012-05-21T11:42:37.907-05:00Brunch at Francesca's Restaurants<Img align="left" border="0" height="1" width="1" style="border:0;float:left;margin:0;padding:0" hspace="0" src="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/i/30531930/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc">
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<br><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><v:shape id="Picture_x0020_11" o:spid="_x0000_s1026" style="height: 125.95pt; margin-left: 0px; margin-top: 2.7pt; mso-height-percent: 0; mso-height-relative: page; mso-position-horizontal-relative: text; mso-position-horizontal: absolute; mso-position-vertical-relative: text; mso-position-vertical: absolute; mso-width-percent: 0; mso-width-relative: page; mso-wrap-distance-bottom: 0; mso-wrap-distance-left: 9pt; mso-wrap-distance-right: 9pt; mso-wrap-distance-top: 0; mso-wrap-style: square; position: absolute; visibility: visible; width: 168pt; z-index: -251638784;" type="#_x0000_t75"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> <v:imagedata o:title="" src="file:///C:\Users\carmen\AppData\Local\Temp\msohtmlclip1\01\clip_image003.jpg"> <w:wrap type="tight"></w:wrap></v:imagedata></span></v:shape><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Francesca’s Forno</span></b><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> (1576 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, IL 60622; 773-770-0184) is offering a brunch options for city dwellers. Brunch cocktails include the <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Forno Bloody Mary</i></b> with vodka and the <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Salty Dog</i></b>, made with vodka, fresh squeezed grapefruit juice and served in a glass with a salted rim, each for $6.00. The food options include <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Frutta e Granola</i></b>, Milk & Honey Café granola with vanilla yogurt and fresh berries ($7.00), <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Bourbon-Soaked French Toast</i></b>, challah with bourbon vanilla bean batter, maple crème fraiche and candied walnuts ($9.00) and a classic <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Breakfast Monte Cristo</i></b>, made with an English muffin, fontina, crispy pancetta and a fried egg with spicy tomato jam and hash browns ($10.00). <o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">Post provided by Kurman Communications, Inc., a world leader in lifestyle public relations, social media and marketing...Providing cutting-edge creativity, out-of-the-box thinking, brand mastery, media strategy, social networking, and word-of-mouth marketing since 1983. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/kurmancommunications. Follow us on Twitter @KurmanPR and @KurmanStaff. Visit www.kurman.com or write to kurmanstaff@kurman.com to learn more.<img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7675422584987743106-2043392672249437974?l=www.gotbuzzatkurman.com' alt='' /></div>
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Carmen Turnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15464410639889350601noreply@blogger.com0http://www.gotbuzzatkurman.com/2012/05/live-music-and-dining-al-fresco-at.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7675422584987743106.post-22582450699284016512012-05-21T11:02:00.000-05:002012-05-21T11:02:33.972-05:00Live music and dining al fresco at Francesca's<Img align="left" border="0" height="1" width="1" style="border:0;float:left;margin:0;padding:0" hspace="0" src="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/i/30531288/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc">
<br><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Francesca’s Passaggio</b> (3124 S. Route 59, Naperville, IL 60564, 630-946-0600)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Beginning June 1, Francesca’s Passaggio will begin its summer live music series featuring performances every <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Friday and Saturday evening on the outdoor patio.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Its beautiful patio boasts lush greenery, seating for 68 and a table-top fire feature like nothing you’ve ever seen. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Patrons can kick-back and enjoy over a great Italian meal.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Check out other Francesca’s locations that will be offering patio dining - <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Francesca’s Fiore</b> (7407 W Madison Street, Forest Park, IL 60130; 708-771-3063); <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Francesca’s at the Promenade</b> (641 E Boughton Road, Bolingbrook, IL 60440; 630-739-6300); <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Francesca’s Vicinato</b> (12960 S. LaGrange Road, Palos Park, IL 60465; 708-671-1600); <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Francesca’s Forno</b> (1576 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, IL 60622; 773-770-0184)<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">Post provided by Kurman Communications, Inc., a world leader in lifestyle public relations, social media and marketing...Providing cutting-edge creativity, out-of-the-box thinking, brand mastery, media strategy, social networking, and word-of-mouth marketing since 1983. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/kurmancommunications. Follow us on Twitter @KurmanPR and @KurmanStaff. Visit www.kurman.com or write to kurmanstaff@kurman.com to learn more.<img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7675422584987743106-2258245069928401651?l=www.gotbuzzatkurman.com' alt='' /></div>
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<br><div style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; text-align: left;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: small;">Restaurateur Scott Harris will soon make Chicago's doughnut lovers very happy with the launch of his new artisan doughnut shop, Glazed and Infused. It will be an amazing ride: locations will offer handcrafted doughnuts in 12 flavors plus a weekly feature and many more rotating flavors.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-size: small;">
<br></span></div><div style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-size: small;"><img align="right" alt="Glazed_final logo 400 pixels for ET" border="0" height="150" src="http://image.exacttarget.com/lib/ff3016727260/i/2/fdcd76fb-e.jpg" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-right-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-top-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;" thid="2192483" title="Glazed_final logo 400 pixels for ET" width="200" />Openings will be handled in stages, with the first Glazed and Infused opening on Monday, May 21 inside Francesca's Forno at 1553 North Damen Ave., Chicago 773-770-0184. The entrance to this Glazed and Infused, a walkup window, is on North Damen, steps from the Wicker Park Damen Blue Line stop. Planned hours are: 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Monday through Friday; 10:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">
<br><span style="font-size: small;">The second Glazed and Infused also will open Monday, May 21 at 813 W. Fulton Market in the heart of the Fulton River District just step off he Morgan Green Line stop, 312-226-5556. Planned hours are: 6:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. This location offers 36 seats inside and 8-10 seats outside.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-size: small;">
<br></span></div><div style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-size: small;">The third location, in the Lincoln Park/DePaul area, is planned for July at 929 West Armitage St. in a historic building within steps of the Armitage Brown Line stop.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-size: small;">
<br></span></div><div style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-size: small;"><img align="left" alt="ChocolateRaised 300 pixels for ET caption" border="0" height="180" src="http://image.exacttarget.com/lib/ff3016727260/i/2/430d66bd-1.jpg" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-right-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-top-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); height: 237px; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 10px; margin-top: 0px; width: 262px;" thid="2202555" title="ChocolateRaised 300 pixels for ET caption" width="200" />Harris has assembled a heavy‐hitter team that promises to make Glazed and Infused a major league doughnut contender from the very first pitch. Leading the charge are two highly respected pastry chefs, Christine McCabe and Tom Culleeney. Christine McCabe, Executive Pastry Chef, was named "Pastry Chef of the Year" by Bon Appetit in 2005. </span></div><div style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-size: small;">
<br></span></div><div style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-size: small;">Tom Culleeney, Executive Chef, has spent the past ten years as Corporate Chef, Research and Development, for Lettuce Entertain You and then as head of operations and new product development for Lettuce's major Krispy Kreme doughnut franchise on the West Coast.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-size: small;">
<br></span></div><div style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-size: small;"> "This is the first time a doughnut shop has been launched with not one, but two, top‐tier pastry chefs who are amazingly committed to creating the best products possible," said Harris. "That should tell Chicagoans how serious we are about making Glazed and Infused the best artisan doughnut shop in Chicago-perhaps in the country." The two chefs have been immersed in recipe development for many months; every doughnut flavor to be offered is the result of many rounds of testing and perfecting.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">
<br><span style="font-size: small;">All Glazed and Infused doughnuts will be made the old‐fashioned way: hand‐crafted, made fresh each hour from whole and natural locally grown ingredients. They will be infused with natural and seasonal flavors and every doughnut will be made using trans‐fat free shortening, making them the healthiest doughnuts in the city and among the healthiest in the nation. The menu will consist of both cake and yeast doughnuts, some with traditional flavors and some with unique artisan flavors. Glazed and Infused also will serve a special coffee blend created by Intelligentsia.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-size: small;">
<br></span></div><div style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-size: small;"><img align="right" alt="CinnamonCrumb 300 pixels for ET caption" border="0" height="202" src="http://image.exacttarget.com/lib/ff3016727260/i/2/ab0f80e6-4.jpg" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-right-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-top-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); height: 202px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; width: 270px;" thid="2202556" title="CinnamonCrumb 300 pixels for ET caption" width="270" />Harris has tapped Megan Brown, a high‐energy, experienced business growth strategist, to lead the business and build the brand. "We all felt it was time to bring back this iconic specialty with an artisan twist," said Brown, "focusing on quality, great flavors and a healthier approach. Each doughnut is handmade, not processed, and each doughnut has a unique twist. For example, the Vanilla Bean Glazed uses all natural real vanilla beans and the chocolate is shipped directly from South American farmers. In addition, each week Glazed and Infused will have a weekly special that is planned weeks in advance, utilizing a special or seasonal ingredient. This means there will be 52 new doughnuts each year, providing a new experience each week."</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">
<br><span style="font-size: small;">Glazed and Infused's wide variety of flavors is designed to please a wide range of doughnut lovers, and the tag team of McCabe and Culleeney can cover these bases easily. "For doughnut purists, those who desire the best ever renditions of traditional flavors, we will offer amazing versions," said Culleeney. These flavors have withstood the test of time and are always in demand. "Secondly, we will seduce food enthusiasts who want to experience creative, culinary influenced doughnuts," said McCabe, who has designed a palette of freshly made artisan fillings that will be surprisingly delicious and unlike anything people have had in a doughnut before.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-size: small;"><img align="left" alt="CremeBrulee 300 pixels for ETcaption" border="0" height="201" src="http://image.exacttarget.com/lib/ff3016727260/i/2/de659295-7.jpg" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-right-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-top-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); height: 201px; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 10px; margin-top: 0px; width: 265px;" thid="2202557" title="CremeBrulee 300 pixels for ETcaption" width="265" />Two distinct doughnut batters will provide the basis for Glazed and Infused's creations. Light and fluffy yeast doughnuts will come in flavors including vanilla bean glazed, a raised ring with Madagascar vanilla bean glaze; maple bacon long john, a bar of golden goodness layered with real maple glaze and maple bacon; PB&J, a homemade raspberry jam filled bismarck with crunch pb glaze; crème brûlée, a vanilla crème brûlée filled Bismarck with brûléed sugar crust, and apple fritter, crispy nuggets of yeast dough laced with cinnamon and fresh apple, blanketed with vanilla bean glaze.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;">
<br><span style="font-size: small;">Glazed and Infused's cake doughnuts will initially come in five varieties: cake chocolate frosted, vanilla cake with cacao berry ganache and dark chocolate vermicelli (sprinkles); red velvet, cocoa buttermilk cake with cream cheese frosting; bacon "sticky bun" cruller, a cake bar topped with bacon brown sugar caramel and pecans; luscious lemon, lemon cake filled with yuzo curd topped with lemon glaze and candied zest, and old fashioned, the classic spiced buttermilk cake with vanilla bean glaze filled crevasses.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-size: small;">
<br></span></div><div style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-size: small;">As inspiration for the décor, Glazed and Infused has gone retro‐Americana. "We're harking back to the days when doughnuts were clearly the all‐American treat," said Brown. "We're going to evoke the era of World War II and post‐war America. Back then, all doughnuts were fresh and handcrafted. We were an optimistic, community‐ spirited country and we couldn't wait to go to the local doughnut shop to smell the aroma, chat with our neighbors, and savor amazing doughnuts with a great cup of coffee."</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-size: small;">
<br></span></div><div style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-size: small;"><img align="right" alt="MapleBacon 300 pixels for ET caption" border="0" height="220" src="http://image.exacttarget.com/lib/ff3016727260/i/2/dd1d9fbb-5.jpg" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-left-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-right-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); border-top-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); height: 220px; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; width: 272px;" thid="2202558" title="MapleBacon 300 pixels for ET caption" width="272" />The shops are designed to offer a fun, personalized customer experience. The décor of Glazed and Infused is 1940's industrial Americana inspired where reclaimed barn wood and vintage chairs meets industrial lighting, chem metal, counters with marble top and specialty stained concrete floors. The artwork is a nod to the posters of the era, with our own unique twist, mirroring the overall concept. The space is a celebration of an American icon, the doughnut.</span></div><div style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-size: small;">
<br></span></div><div style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-size: small;">"We are looking to build a loyal and personal following of our clients," Brown emphasizes. "We are not interested in long lines. For commuters on the go, we want to provide a convenient, quick experience. We want to get to know their likes and dislikes, be ready for their pickup and get them in and out quickly so they can have a productive and positive day. For doughnut lovers who have the time to stick around and savor the doughnuts in the shop, we want them to have a relaxed, friendly and surprisingly delicious experience. Our curb service, delivery service and special event services will cater to our corporate, weddings and party clients," she said. "Glazed and Infused doughnuts are infused with goodness. We want to pass that goodness on to our customers, positioning them to have a good, no, a great day!"</span></div><div><span style="font-size: small;">
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Cindy Kurmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01895822322119609436noreply@blogger.com0http://www.gotbuzzatkurman.com/2012/05/new-store-openings-at-westfield-old.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7675422584987743106.post-70271828931875534302012-05-18T14:22:00.000-05:002012-05-18T14:22:00.119-05:00New Store openings at Westfield Old Orchard<Img align="left" border="0" height="1" width="1" style="border:0;float:left;margin:0;padding:0" hspace="0" src="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/i/30466808/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc"><div style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/t/0/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc/~http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-q3YprXDvRfY/T7P9bTcwgAI/AAAAAAAAAUU/b1IT3HuxYjk/s1600/eCosway-Review.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="83" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-q3YprXDvRfY/T7P9bTcwgAI/AAAAAAAAAUU/b1IT3HuxYjk/s200/eCosway-Review.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">eCosway </span></b><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">will be setting up a new location at Westfield Old Orchard this June.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The new retailer specializes in health, beauty and nutrition products and will be located near Champps Americana.<o:p></o:p></span></span>
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Carmen Turnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15464410639889350601noreply@blogger.com0http://www.gotbuzzatkurman.com/2012/05/upcoming-events-at-westfield-old.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7675422584987743106.post-14721003622486039362012-05-17T09:00:00.000-05:002012-05-17T09:00:07.712-05:00Upcoming Events at Westfield Old Orchard<Img align="left" border="0" height="1" width="1" style="border:0;float:left;margin:0;padding:0" hspace="0" src="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/i/30429330/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc"><a href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/t/0/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc/~http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-YrpwvMdc7lI/T7P5445WgII/AAAAAAAAAT0/rdH54QKTTjY/s1600/Men-In-Black-3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="90" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-YrpwvMdc7lI/T7P5445WgII/AAAAAAAAAT0/rdH54QKTTjY/s200/Men-In-Black-3.jpg" width="200" /></a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Men in Black Appearance
<br><strong>Rogers & Hollands</strong></span>
<br><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">May 19, 2012, 2 – 4pm
<br>Catch the dapper secret agents before they disappear from the center without a trace. Their brief visit will take place outside of the Rogers & Hollands store, where they will be wearing the new line of Hamilton Ventura watches appearing in the new movie Men in Black 3. For more information, call 847.329.7200.</span>
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<br><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Charter Club Shopping Party
<br><strong>Macy's, Charter Club Department</strong></span>
<br><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">May 19, 2012, 2 – 4pm
<br>Macy's invites you to check out the must-have trends of the spring season. Enjoy sips & sweets, a DJ, and in-store models showing off the hot new spring looks. Additionally, the Macy's fashion experts will be on hand to help you dress your best and learn how to incorporate the new trends into your lifestyle. For more information, call 847.329.2700.</span>
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<br><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">A Tasting Table Memorial Day Menu
<br><strong>Williams-Sonoma</strong></span>
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<br>Get ready to fire up your grill for Memorial Day with this spectacular class created by Tasting Table's best sous chefs. Tasting Table prides itself on creating epicurean recommendations that are authentic, trustworthy and actionable; so a fabulous cookout is guaranteed. Reservations are required. For more information, call 847.933.9803.</span>
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<br><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Vitamix Technique Class
<br><strong>Williams-Sonoma</strong></span>
<br><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">May 27, 2012
<br>The Vitamix is the chefs' blender, seen on every cooking show on television. You've watched amazing transformations emerge from this powerful machine in minutes, from minced veggies and pureed hot soups to froths and frozen desserts. Learn how to make the most of your Vitamix and see the newest model in action. These incredible blenders continue to be bestsellers, and after this class, you'll understand why. Reservations are required for this complimentary event. For more information, call 847.933.9803.</span>
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<br><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Kerry Wood Signs All You Can Be: Learning and Growing Through Sports
<br><strong>Barnes & Noble</strong></span>
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<br>Meet Chicago Cubs star Kerry Wood as he signs his new book for kids! You'll leave with an autograph as well as a copy of his book to inspire young readers to pursue their dreams with integrity and a sense of responsibility. For more information, call 847.676.2230.</span>
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<br><strong>Bloomingdale’s</strong></span>
<br><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">May 31, 2012, 11am - 6pm
<br>Come in to meet Beverly Wargowsky, one of Shiseido's leading makeup artists. Beverly’s specialty is creating beautiful looks for the eyes and brows from smokey and dramatic, to soft and natural. Beverly’s beauty philosophy is to bring out the best features in her customers and teach them the skills to recreate the look on their own. Reservations are required. For more information, call 847.675.5200.</span>
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Carmen Turnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15464410639889350601noreply@blogger.com0http://www.gotbuzzatkurman.com/2012/05/celebrate-dads-and-grads-with-westfield.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7675422584987743106.post-58623577841119671262012-05-16T13:56:00.000-05:002012-05-16T13:56:59.366-05:00Celebrate Dads and Grads with Westfield Old Orchard<Img align="left" border="0" height="1" width="1" style="border:0;float:left;margin:0;padding:0" hspace="0" src="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/i/30411985/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">With Father’s Day just around the corner and high school and college graduates off to start the next phase of their lives, the question at hand seems to be: “What can I get them that they’ll love?”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>With the incredible selection of retailers offered by Westfield Old Orchard (</span><span lang="EN" style="line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Skokie Boulevard & Old Orchard Road, 847-673-6800)</span><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">, gift-giving for your dad or grad can be simple and fun.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span><a href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/t/0/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc/~http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-OAA-Cq4nAOg/T7P21sIe_9I/AAAAAAAAATE/O5vrn3veXJ8/s1600/Nike+4.0.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-OAA-Cq4nAOg/T7P21sIe_9I/AAAAAAAAATE/O5vrn3veXJ8/s200/Nike+4.0.jpg" width="200" /></span></a>
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Carmen Turnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15464410639889350601noreply@blogger.com0http://www.gotbuzzatkurman.com/2012/05/flemings-prime-steakhouse-wine-bar.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7675422584987743106.post-57613224667642377612012-05-16T13:32:00.000-05:002012-05-16T13:32:25.633-05:00Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar Hosts the Cakebread Cellars Wine Dinner<Img align="left" border="0" height="1" width="1" style="border:0;float:left;margin:0;padding:0" hspace="0" src="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/i/30411256/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar</span></b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"> (960 Milwaukee Ave, Lincolnshire, IL 60069 847-793-0333) will host the Cakebread Cellars Wine Dinner 7 p.m. Friday, May 18. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The lavish dinner will feature an exceptional five course menu, created by Chef Partner Roger Abuan, paired with five estate-bottled wines from Cakebread Cellars. The cost is $120 per person all inclusive.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Please call 847-793-0333 for reservations as space is limited. <o:p></o:p></span>
<br><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><a href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/t/0/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc/~http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-B2w5GIBJNzs/T7PxlpBjOKI/AAAAAAAAASw/_B5SSJjSB14/s1600/Fleming's+Crab+Cakes+et.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-B2w5GIBJNzs/T7PxlpBjOKI/AAAAAAAAASw/_B5SSJjSB14/s200/Fleming's+Crab+Cakes+et.jpg" width="158" /></a><v:shapetype coordsize="21600,21600" filled="f" id="_x0000_t75" o:preferrelative="t" o:spt="75" path="m@4@5l@4@11@9@11@9@5xe" stroked="f"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> <v:stroke joinstyle="miter"> <v:formulas> <v:f eqn="if lineDrawn pixelLineWidth 0"> <v:f eqn="sum @0 1 0"> <v:f eqn="sum 0 0 @1"> <v:f eqn="prod @2 1 2"> <v:f eqn="prod @3 21600 pixelWidth"> <v:f eqn="prod @3 21600 pixelHeight"> <v:f eqn="sum @0 0 1"> <v:f eqn="prod @6 1 2"> <v:f eqn="prod @7 21600 pixelWidth"> <v:f eqn="sum @8 21600 0"> <v:f eqn="prod @7 21600 pixelHeight"> <v:f eqn="sum @10 21600 0"> </v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:formulas> <v:path gradientshapeok="t" o:connecttype="rect" o:extrusionok="f"> <o:lock aspectratio="t" v:ext="edit"></o:lock></v:path></v:stroke></span></v:shapetype><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">The meal will begin with </span><b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Grilled Pizza</span></b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">, with shrimp, cherry tomatoes, and arugula <span style="mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">paired with<i> CAKEBREAD, Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley, 2010.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></i>Next will be a<i> </i></span><b>Fleming's Crab cake</b> with avocado, aioli, spring mix salad which will pair perfectly with <i>CAKEBREAD, Chardonnay Napa Valley, 2009.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></i><span style="mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">The third course will be<i> </i></span><b>Paella of Duck, </b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">with </span>Andouille sausage, shrimp and roasted pepper <span style="mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">paired with<i>CAKEBREAD, Pinot Noir Anderson Valley, 2009.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></i>The next course will feature</span><b> Grilled Prime New York Strip</b>with celery and blue cheese relish which will pair beautifully with <i>CAKEBREAD, Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley, 2009.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></i><span style="mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Finally, the dessert course will feature<i> </i></span><b>Panna Cotta</b> with strawberry and rhubarb marinated in balsamic paired with <i>CAKEBREAD, Vin de Porche Rosé, 2011. <o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
<br><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">About Cakebread Cellars<o:p></o:p></span></u></b></div><a href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/t/0/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc/~http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-yzmoJWxSJjs/T7PxpuLsmoI/AAAAAAAAAS4/f6rS12h6luE/s1600/Cakebread+Cellars+Logo.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="170" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-yzmoJWxSJjs/T7PxpuLsmoI/AAAAAAAAAS4/f6rS12h6luE/s200/Cakebread+Cellars+Logo.JPG" width="200" /></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Jack Cakebread purchased Cakebread Cellars over 39 years ago during a trip to Rutherford, CA to photograph the Napa Valley for a book. The Cakebread family’s dedication to making the highest quality wines and a commitment to family has stayed with them throughout the years, even as the evolution of winemaking has progressed.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Cakebread Cellars has vineyard properties located throughout Napa Valley.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The first 22 acre parcel was purchased in 1972 and the family has continued to acquire additional vineyard parcels throughout Napa Valley and the North Coast.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Today, the winery owns 13 sites totaling 982 acres.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Its properties include Hill Ranch, Winery Ranches, Dancing Bear Ranch, Maple Lane, Anderson Valley, Cuttings Wharf, Doggwood Vineyard, Milton Road, Foster Road, Tinsley Ranch and Suscol Springs Vineyard.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Learn more about Cakebread Cellars at </span><a href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/t/0/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc/~http://www.cakebread.com/"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="color: blue;">www.cakebread.com</span></span></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">.<o:p></o:p></span>
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<br><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p> </o:p></span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">About Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar <o:p></o:p></span></u></b></div><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Nationally acclaimed Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar offers the best in steakhouse dining – Prime meats and chops, fresh fish and poultry, generous salads and side orders—with a unique wine list known as the “Fleming’s 100™” that features 100 wines served by the glass.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Fleming’s was launched in Newport Beach, Calif. in 1998 by successful restaurant industry veterans Paul Fleming and Bill Allen. Today there are 64 restaurants nationwide. Fleming’s is the recipient of numerous prestigious awards, including Wine Spectator’s annual Awards of Excellence, and Wine Enthusiast’s annual Awards of Distinction. <o:p></o:p></span>
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Carmen Turnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15464410639889350601noreply@blogger.com0http://www.gotbuzzatkurman.com/2012/05/patio-season-is-here-dine-al-fresco-at.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7675422584987743106.post-57079815898882740142012-05-16T11:00:00.000-05:002012-05-16T11:00:08.457-05:00Patio season is here… dine al-fresco at Francesca’s<Img align="left" border="0" height="1" width="1" style="border:0;float:left;margin:0;padding:0" hspace="0" src="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/i/30408085/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Francesca’s Fortunato</b> (40 Kansas St., Frankfort, IL 60423, 815-464-1890)<o:p></o:p></span>
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<br> <span style="font-family: Calibri;">Join Francesca’s Fortunato and the Frankfort Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday, May 18<sup><span style="font-size: x-small;">th</span></sup> for the ribbon-cutting ceremony and unveiling of their new sidewalk café in the heart of downtown Frankfort.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Enjoy specials on Italian-style sangria throughout the event and visit all summer long for superb al-fresco dining and a front row seat to the hustle and bustle of all the happenings of downtown Frankfort.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The sidewalk café seats 25, additional patio seating for 50 available.<o:p></o:p></span>
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<br><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Francesca’s Passaggio</b> (3124 S. Route 59, Naperville, IL 60564, 630-946-0600)<o:p></o:p></span></div><span style="font-family: Calibri;"></span>
<br><a href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/t/0/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc/~http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-cO8ZAtrRPgY/T5BjfkZ1WaI/AAAAAAAAAN0/4QR2scMediI/s1600/Patio.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="124" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-cO8ZAtrRPgY/T5BjfkZ1WaI/AAAAAAAAAN0/4QR2scMediI/s200/Patio.png" width="200" /></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The patio at Francesca’s Passaggio in Naperville is quickly becoming a destination for live music enthusiasts in the Western suburbs.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Beautifully appointed with lush greenery, seating for 68 and a table-top fire feature like nothing you’ve ever seen, guests can kick-back and enjoy performances every Friday and Saturday evening over a great Italian meal.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If live music isn’t your thing, join us Sunday-Thursday for al-fresco dining and catch an evening ball game on one of their 2 flat-screen patio TV’s.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The word is spreading quickly about this hidden gem, so join us soon!<o:p></o:p></span>
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<br></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Francesca’s Forno</b>(1576 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, IL 60622; 773-770-0184) <o:p></o:p></span></div><span style="font-family: Calibri;">A full wall of sliding windows opens up, bringing the fresh air and hubbub of Wicker Park into this urban mecca. The six-point corner location is one of Chicago’s best sites for people watching.<o:p></o:p></span>
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<br><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Check out other Francesca’s locations that will be offering al-fresco dining - <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Francesca’s Fiore</b> (7407 W Madison Street, Forest Park, IL 60130; 708-771-3063); <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">La Sorella di Francesca</b>(18 W Jefferson Ave., Naperville, IL 60540; 630-961-2706); <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Francesca’s at the Promenade</b> (641 E Boughton Road, Bolingbrook, IL 60440; 630-739-6300); <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Francesca’s Vicinato</b> (12960 S. LaGrange Road, Palos Park, IL 60465; 708-671-1600); <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Davanti Enoteca</b> (1359 W Taylor Street, Chicago, IL 60607; 312-226-5550)<o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">Post provided by Kurman Communications, Inc., a world leader in lifestyle public relations, social media and marketing...Providing cutting-edge creativity, out-of-the-box thinking, brand mastery, media strategy, social networking, and word-of-mouth marketing since 1983. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/kurmancommunications. Follow us on Twitter @KurmanPR and @KurmanStaff. Visit www.kurman.com or write to kurmanstaff@kurman.com to learn more.<img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7675422584987743106-5707981589888274014?l=www.gotbuzzatkurman.com' alt='' /></div>
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Carmen Turnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15464410639889350601noreply@blogger.com0http://www.gotbuzzatkurman.com/2012/05/francescas-bryn-mawr-is-partnering-up.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7675422584987743106.post-66212600494887920362012-05-15T16:00:00.000-05:002012-05-15T16:00:06.136-05:00Francesca’s Bryn Mawr is partnering up with Fable Festival<Img align="left" border="0" height="1" width="1" style="border:0;float:left;margin:0;padding:0" hspace="0" src="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/i/30392655/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Francesca’s Bryn Mawr</span></b><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> (1039 W. Bryn Mawr, Chicago, IL 60640; 773-506-9261) <o:p></o:p></span></span>
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<br><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> </span></o:p></span><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">A newly established, community-based <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Fable Festival<b> </b></span>is taking place <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">May 16 – May 20<b> </b></span>in non-traditional spaces throughout Chicago’s Edgewater and Andersonville neighborhoods. The performance festival answers calls to action happening in town hall meetings across Chicago for more focus on neighborhood arts events in the City’s upcoming Cultural Plan.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<br></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><u><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Thursday, May 17, 8pm</span></u><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> - <b>Hearts and Brains </b>present <i>The Story Story</i> By Lacy Campbell. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<br></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">From superheroes to undersea adventures, Storytown takes you on an interactive, fully<b> </b>improvised adventure, using your suggestions and ideas to create a different story every<b></b>time. Kids design the setting and help shape the story, and the actors, artists, and </span></span><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">musicians bring it to life. Recommended for children 3 and up. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Francesca’s will provide gelato as refreshments for the little ones.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<br><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">For more information, please visit </span></span><a href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/t/0/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc/~http://www.fablefestival.org/"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;">www.fablefestival.org</span></span></a><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> or call 773-828-9185<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Carmen Turnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15464410639889350601noreply@blogger.com0http://www.gotbuzzatkurman.com/2012/05/spring-fling-carnival-returns-to.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7675422584987743106.post-29101020778535175692012-05-15T09:37:00.000-05:002012-05-15T09:37:26.018-05:00The “Spring Fling” Carnival returns to Westfield May 16<Img align="left" border="0" height="1" width="1" style="border:0;float:left;margin:0;padding:0" hspace="0" src="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/i/30386537/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc">
<br><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><a href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/t/0/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc/~http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-KY9cKJrpyMg/T7Jo4C2eYVI/AAAAAAAAASk/OZ8v0hEyShI/s1600/Carnival.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-KY9cKJrpyMg/T7Jo4C2eYVI/AAAAAAAAASk/OZ8v0hEyShI/s200/Carnival.jpg" width="150" /></a><v:shapetype coordsize="21600,21600" filled="f" id="_x0000_t75" o:preferrelative="t" o:spt="75" path="m@4@5l@4@11@9@11@9@5xe" stroked="f"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> <v:stroke joinstyle="miter"> <v:formulas> <v:f eqn="if lineDrawn pixelLineWidth 0"> <v:f eqn="sum @0 1 0"> <v:f eqn="sum 0 0 @1"> <v:f eqn="prod @2 1 2"> <v:f eqn="prod @3 21600 pixelWidth"> <v:f eqn="prod @3 21600 pixelHeight"> <v:f eqn="sum @0 0 1"> <v:f eqn="prod @6 1 2"> <v:f eqn="prod @7 21600 pixelWidth"> <v:f eqn="sum @8 21600 0"> <v:f eqn="prod @7 21600 pixelHeight"> <v:f eqn="sum @10 21600 0"> </v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:formulas></v:stroke></span></v:shapetype><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Westfield’s “Spring Fling” Carnival is back in a big way!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This year’s festivities commence May 16 – 20 in Westfield Old Orchard’s West parking lot.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Rides, games, food and fun are on the horizon, so mark your calendars and bring the whole family. Tickets are required to participate in rides and games and can be purchased for $1.25 each or $22 for “Unlimited Ride” daily passes. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(64, 64, 64) rgb(64, 64, 64) rgb(0, 0, 0); border-style: none solid solid none; border-width: 0px 1pt 1pt 0px; mso-border-bottom-themecolor: text1; mso-border-bottom-themetint: 191; mso-border-right-themecolor: text1; mso-border-right-themetint: 191; mso-border-top-alt: solid #404040 1.0pt; mso-border-top-themecolor: text1; mso-border-top-themetint: 191; padding: 0in 5.4pt; width: 239.4pt;" valign="top" width="319"> <div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-yfti-cnfc: 128;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div></td> </tr><tr style="mso-yfti-irow: 2;"> <td style="background: silver; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(64, 64, 64) rgb(64, 64, 64); border-style: none none solid solid; border-width: 0px 0px 1pt 1pt; mso-background-themecolor: text1; mso-background-themetint: 63; mso-border-bottom-themecolor: text1; 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mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Saturday, May 19<o:p></o:p></span></span></div></td> <td style="background-color: transparent; border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(64, 64, 64) rgb(64, 64, 64) rgb(0, 0, 0); border-style: none solid solid none; border-width: 0px 1pt 1pt 0px; mso-border-bottom-themecolor: text1; mso-border-bottom-themetint: 191; mso-border-right-themecolor: text1; mso-border-right-themetint: 191; mso-border-top-alt: solid #404040 1.0pt; mso-border-top-themecolor: text1; mso-border-top-themetint: 191; padding: 0in 5.4pt; width: 239.4pt;" valign="top" width="319"> <div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-yfti-cnfc: 128;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">1:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div></td> </tr><tr style="mso-yfti-irow: 4; mso-yfti-lastrow: yes;"> <td style="background: silver; 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Carmen Turnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15464410639889350601noreply@blogger.com0http://www.gotbuzzatkurman.com/2012/05/chicago-craft-beer-week-4-restaurants-4.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7675422584987743106.post-16706508511581986362012-05-14T11:30:00.000-05:002012-05-14T11:30:02.932-05:00Chicago Craft Beer Week: 4 restaurants, 4 beers, 4 opportunities to support your local community for $4<Img align="left" border="0" height="1" width="1" style="border:0;float:left;margin:0;padding:0" hspace="0" src="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/i/30371253/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc">
<br><div style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/t/0/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc/~http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ToAahcIQ0Mc/T5BnMftsK5I/AAAAAAAAAOE/ApgMkyDJsW4/s1600/Craft+Beer+Week.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="107" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ToAahcIQ0Mc/T5BnMftsK5I/AAAAAAAAAOE/ApgMkyDJsW4/s200/Craft+Beer+Week.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><v:shapetype coordsize="21600,21600" filled="f" id="_x0000_t75" o:preferrelative="t" o:spt="75" path="m@4@5l@4@11@9@11@9@5xe" stroked="f"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> <v:stroke joinstyle="miter"> <v:formulas> <v:f eqn="if lineDrawn pixelLineWidth 0"> <v:f eqn="sum @0 1 0"> <v:f eqn="sum 0 0 @1"> <v:f eqn="prod @2 1 2"> <v:f eqn="prod @3 21600 pixelWidth"> <v:f eqn="prod @3 21600 pixelHeight"> <v:f eqn="sum @0 0 1"> <v:f eqn="prod @6 1 2"> </v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:formulas></v:stroke></span></v:shapetype><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Chicago Craft Beer Week is back & better than ever, expecting more than 200 venues to participate this year. With a glass of the good stuff priced at just $4, you may already have your bar-hopping plans mapped out, anxiously anticipating the week of May 17. Francesca’s participating locations are sweetening the pot by committing to donate $1 for each beer sold to a local organization in their community.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Come have a cold brew for a good cause at any of the participating Francesca’s locations during Craft Beer Week from May 17<sup><span style="font-size: x-small;"> </span></sup>– 27<sup><span style="font-size: x-small;"> </span></sup>and show your support.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Supporting the <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">House of Hixson Theatre</i><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="color: black; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Their mission is to assist an undeserved community by providing a solution to the lack of social creativity by exposing it to a more modern and progressive live entertainment experience with the most unique quality of talent and events our generation has to offer. For more information please visit </span></span><a href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/t/0/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc/~http://www.houseofhixson.com/"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;">www.houseofhixson.com</span></span></a><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Featuring Goose Island’s “Matilda” <o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Supporting <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">PAWS Chicago<o:p></o:p></i></span></div>
<br><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The city’s largest no-kill humane organization is focused on implementing solutions to end the killing of homeless pets. For more information please visit </span></span><a href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/t/0/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc/~http://www.pawschicago.org/"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;">www.pawschicago.org</span></span></a><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Featuring Goose Island's "En Passant" <o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Supporting the <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame</i><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame chose sports - a universal pursuit and interest in any culture - to communicate the experiences of their inductees and their impact and relevance in the present day. Like many athletes and leaders of today, their inductees represent the never-ending pursuit of the American Dream. Their stories of hard work, sacrifice, perseverance, teamwork and "championship" accomplishments educate and inspire the future Olympians, Heisman trophy winners, CEOs and public servants of our country through a state- of-the-art, multi-media Hall of Fame experience. For more information please visit </span></span><a href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/t/0/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc/~http://www.niashf.org/"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;">www.niashf.org</span></span></a><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>Francesca’s Forno</u></b><u>, 1576 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, IL 60622, (773)770-0184<o:p></o:p></u></span></div>
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<br><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Supporting the <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">The Miracle Center</i><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br><div class="paragraphstyle1" style="background: white; margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><span lang="EN" style="color: windowtext; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">The Miracle Center is an agency thats purpose is to help children, youth, and families particularly through the performing arts to grow spiritually, mentally, emotionally, socially and physically during after-school and out-of- school programs. For more information please visit </span><a href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/t/0/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc/~http://www.themiraclecenter.com/"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="color: blue;">www.themiraclecenter.com</span></span></a><span class="MsoHyperlink"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">Post provided by Kurman Communications, Inc., a world leader in lifestyle public relations, social media and marketing...Providing cutting-edge creativity, out-of-the-box thinking, brand mastery, media strategy, social networking, and word-of-mouth marketing since 1983. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/kurmancommunications. Follow us on Twitter @KurmanPR and @KurmanStaff. Visit www.kurman.com or write to kurmanstaff@kurman.com to learn more.<img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7675422584987743106-1670650851158198636?l=www.gotbuzzatkurman.com' alt='' /></div>
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Carmen Turnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15464410639889350601noreply@blogger.com0http://www.gotbuzzatkurman.com/2012/05/kotel-kosher-opens-at-chicago-french_12.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7675422584987743106.post-74256416071924992022012-05-12T09:00:00.000-05:002012-05-12T09:00:05.548-05:00Kotel Kosher opens at Chicago French Market May 15<Img align="left" border="0" height="1" width="1" style="border:0;float:left;margin:0;padding:0" hspace="0" src="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/i/30339909/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc"><div align="center" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><em><strong><span style="font-size: medium;">Yona Metzger, Chief Rabbi of Israel, to Officiate Opening</span></strong></em></span></div>
<br><div align="left" style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: small;">The Chicago French Market (131 North Clinton Street; 312-575-0306) welcomes a new and unique vendor, Kotel Kosher. Kotel Kosher is a "grab and go" that will offer shoppers a wide variety of strictly Kosher deli and grocery products for either dining at the Chicago French Market or taking home.</span></div>
<br><span style="font-size: small;"><img align="left" alt="Kotel Kosher logo ET" border="0" height="81" src="http://image.exacttarget.com/lib/ff3016727260/i/2/c59938ae-2.jpg" style="border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); height: 81px; margin: 10px 10px 0px 0px; width: 277px;" thid="2199287" title="Kotel Kosher logo ET" width="277" />A grand opening celebration is planned for May 15. Honored guest Yona Metzger, Chief Rabbi of Israel, will officiate.*</span>
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<br><span style="font-size: small;">For those who want a Kosher meal on the go, there will be plenty from which to choose, including all popular Kosher brands. Kotel Kosher will be run by the same people who own Chicago Organics, a mainstay at the Chicago French Market.</span>
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<br><a href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/t/0/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc/~http://image.exacttarget.com/lib/ff3016727260/i/2/ca6ce943-a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img align="right" alt="Kotel Kosher Pre-opening Booth low res" border="0" height="219" src="http://image.exacttarget.com/lib/ff3016727260/i/2/ca6ce943-a.jpg" style="border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); height: 219px; margin-top: 10px; width: 265px;" thid="2199281" title="Kotel Kosher Pre-opening Booth low res" width="265" /></a><span style="font-size: small;">Kotel Kosher will be one of the only places in the West Loop area of Chicago where people can go to purchase strictly Kosher grocery items. Metra commuters, people who work in nearby office buildings and residents of the West Loop will be pleased with the convenience of shopping at Kotel Kosher.</span>
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<br><span style="font-size: small;">Kosher foods are those that conform to the regulations of Jewish law (Laws of Kashruth) that were first written in the book of Leviticus. </span>
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Cindy Kurmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01895822322119609436noreply@blogger.com0http://www.gotbuzzatkurman.com/2012/05/hall-wine-dinner-at-francescas.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7675422584987743106.post-81094392699092347432012-05-11T13:54:00.000-05:002012-05-11T13:54:00.933-05:00Hall Wine Dinner at Francesca's Fortunato<Img align="left" border="0" height="1" width="1" style="border:0;float:left;margin:0;padding:0" hspace="0" src="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/i/30318937/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">May 17, 6:30 p.m. – <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Francesca’s Fortunato</b> (40 Kansas Street, Frankfort, IL 60423, 815-464-1890)<o:p></o:p></span>
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<br><div style="mso-line-height-alt: 8.15pt; text-align: justify; text-justify: inter-ideograph;"><span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="font-size: small;">Come and enjoy the splendor of the Hall vineyards with this 4-course wine dinner exclusively at Francesca’s Fortunato.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>$52 per person, tax and gratuity additional.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Reservations are required.</span> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">The evening begins with </span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Seared Scallop</b>, caramelized fennel and goat cheese puree, shaved fennel, shaved raw asparagus, ruby grapefruit<span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">. This is paired with <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Hall Sauvignon Blanc</i>. Following this is </span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Peppered Ahi Tuna</b>, tomato compote and rosemary<span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">, paired with <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Hall “Darwin” Proprietary Red</i>. The next course features </span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Roasted Duck Breast</b>, black pepper gnocchi, braised duck leg, forest mushrooms and ramps. <span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">The <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Hall Merlot </i>wine pairs perfectly with this course. The dinner ends with </span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Grilled Filet</b>, fonduta potato, caramelized Brussels sprout, garlic & sage. <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">Cabernet Sauvignon </span></i><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">is paired with this course.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">Post provided by Kurman Communications, Inc., a world leader in lifestyle public relations, social media and marketing...Providing cutting-edge creativity, out-of-the-box thinking, brand mastery, media strategy, social networking, and word-of-mouth marketing since 1983. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/kurmancommunications. Follow us on Twitter @KurmanPR and @KurmanStaff. Visit www.kurman.com or write to kurmanstaff@kurman.com to learn more.<img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7675422584987743106-8109439269909234743?l=www.gotbuzzatkurman.com' alt='' /></div>
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Carmen Turnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15464410639889350601noreply@blogger.com0http://www.gotbuzzatkurman.com/2012/05/windy-city-blows-into-francescas-forno.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7675422584987743106.post-75927398593189387612012-05-11T08:30:00.000-05:002012-05-11T08:30:02.497-05:00The Windy City blows into Francesca’s Forno<Img align="left" border="0" height="1" width="1" style="border:0;float:left;margin:0;padding:0" hspace="0" src="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/i/30307534/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">May 17, 8:00 p.m. – <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Francesca’s Forno</b> (1576 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, IL 60622, 773-770-0184)</span>
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<br><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The beer dinner begins with <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Sauteed asparagus with black pepper bacon</b>, sunny side up egg, pecorino and extra virgin olive oil, cracked black pepper. <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Original Sin Cider </i>makes the perfect companion<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">. </i>This is followed by<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"> </i><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Homemade pappardelle</b> with wild ramps, ricotta and Parmesano Reggianno, paired with <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">IPA</i>, India Pale Ale. The third course features <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Wild Stripped bass</b> with mashed sunchoke puree and lemon butter sauce. It is a perfect pair for <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Smutty Nose Porter. </i>The meal finishes with<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"> </i><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Milk Stout milk shake</b> <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">whipped cream</b>, chocolate strawberries and marinated cherries, and is paired with <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Left Hand Milk Stout, </i>full bodied sweet stout. <o:p></o:p></span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">Post provided by Kurman Communications, Inc., a world leader in lifestyle public relations, social media and marketing...Providing cutting-edge creativity, out-of-the-box thinking, brand mastery, media strategy, social networking, and word-of-mouth marketing since 1983. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/kurmancommunications. Follow us on Twitter @KurmanPR and @KurmanStaff. Visit www.kurman.com or write to kurmanstaff@kurman.com to learn more.<img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7675422584987743106-7592739859318938761?l=www.gotbuzzatkurman.com' alt='' /></div>
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Carmen Turnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15464410639889350601noreply@blogger.com0http://www.gotbuzzatkurman.com/2012/05/chicago-french-market-free-events-and.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7675422584987743106.post-31418060888175927702012-05-09T13:30:00.000-05:002012-05-09T13:30:00.564-05:00Chicago French Market Free Events and Concerts<Img align="left" border="0" height="1" width="1" style="border:0;float:left;margin:0;padding:0" hspace="0" src="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/i/30232836/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman;"><strong>May 10, 2012-Rush Hour Music with Maverick & T
<br>4-7pm Complimentary</strong></span></span><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman;">Maverick & T are a well-known Chicago-native duo that sings and plays guitar while covering everything from classic rock, soul and originals. Come enjoy their live rush hour concert. It’s the perfect way to end a hectic day. </span></span>
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<br><a href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/t/0/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc/~http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-HTCa9J5jOPo/T6qEeyMPizI/AAAAAAAAARw/kQoZIhnUD-4/s1600/Pastoral+Logo.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="55" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-HTCa9J5jOPo/T6qEeyMPizI/AAAAAAAAARw/kQoZIhnUD-4/s200/Pastoral+Logo.jpg" width="200" /></a><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman;">Pastoral Artisan Cheese, Bread & Wine will be hosting its monthly wine tasting held the second Saturday of the month. Several varieties of artisan wines will be featured.</span></span>
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<br><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman;">Maverick & T are well- known Chicago native duo that sings and plays guitar while covering everything from classic rock, soul and originals. So grab your co-worker and head to the Chicago French Market for lunch, </span></span>
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<br><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman;">Matt Cantlon’s lucrative music career includes both solo success and with The Acoustic Generation. Matt will be performing a rush hour concert from his extensive song list of classics, rock, country and pop. </span></span>
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<br><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman;"><strong>May 30, 2012-Lunch Hour Music with Steve Justman
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<br><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman;">Folk musician Steve Justman joins the lunchtime crowds from 11-2pm. Justman is a Chicago area musician who specializes in performing Americana music. He has performed in many venues in the Chicago area and is excited to return to The Chicago French Market. </span></span>
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Carmen Turnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15464410639889350601noreply@blogger.com0http://www.gotbuzzatkurman.com/2012/05/chicago-french-market-vendors-have.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7675422584987743106.post-64344027396070619772012-05-09T10:15:00.000-05:002012-05-09T10:15:26.736-05:00Chicago French Market Vendors have specials for Mother's Day<Img align="left" border="0" height="1" width="1" style="border:0;float:left;margin:0;padding:0" hspace="0" src="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/i/30229064/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Three vendors at Chicago French Market have got you covered with gift ideas for Mother's Day. Check them out!</span>
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<br><div style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/t/0/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc/~http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-HTCa9J5jOPo/T6qEeyMPizI/AAAAAAAAARw/kQoZIhnUD-4/s1600/Pastoral+Logo.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="55" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-HTCa9J5jOPo/T6qEeyMPizI/AAAAAAAAARw/kQoZIhnUD-4/s200/Pastoral+Logo.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><v:shape alt="Description: Pastoral_vertical logo" id="Picture_x0020_20" o:spid="_x0000_s1026" style="height: 165.75pt; margin-left: 0px; margin-top: 0px; mso-height-percent: 0; mso-height-relative: page; mso-position-horizontal-relative: text; mso-position-horizontal: left; mso-position-vertical-relative: text; mso-position-vertical: absolute; mso-width-percent: 0; mso-width-relative: page; mso-wrap-distance-bottom: 0; mso-wrap-distance-left: 9pt; mso-wrap-distance-right: 9pt; mso-wrap-distance-top: 0; mso-wrap-style: square; position: absolute; visibility: visible; width: 128.25pt; z-index: -251658240;" type="#_x0000_t75"> <v:imagedata o:title="Pastoral_vertical logo" src="file:///C:\Users\carmen\AppData\Local\Temp\msohtmlclip1\01\clip_image005.jpg"> <w:wrap type="tight"></w:wrap></v:imagedata></v:shape><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Pastoral Artisan Cheese, Bread and Wine will be featuring its “Great Ladies of Cheese” medley box for Mother’s Day. Inspired by the illustrious forerunners of America’s artisan cheese movement, many of which were women, each cheese featured in this collection highlights a contemporary female cheese maker.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br><div class="MsoQuote" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><em><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Soyoung Scanlon</b>’s story weaves together a former career in biochemistry, a cheese making venture, and a love of classical music; all of her cheeses, as well as her Andante Dairy, are musical in name. <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Marieke Penterman</b> studied making Boerenkaas (farmstead Gouda) on a traditional Dutch farmstead dairy and brought cultures and tools from her native Holland to her own farmstead operation in the Midwest. <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Pat Morford</b> collected bits of cheese making equipment here and there for years on her dairy before actualizing her dream and starting Rivers Edge Chevre. Additionally, a spread from another American artisan cheese-lover, <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Nancy Wekselbaum, </b>will be featured among the collection of artisan cheese selections.<o:p></o:p></em></div>
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Carmen Turnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15464410639889350601noreply@blogger.com0http://www.gotbuzzatkurman.com/2012/05/pastoral-artisan-cheese-bread-and-wine.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7675422584987743106.post-15941420294080906242012-05-09T09:57:00.000-05:002012-05-09T09:57:49.088-05:00Pastoral Artisan Cheese Bread and Wine named among the 2012 Outstanding Specialty Retailers by NASFT<Img align="left" border="0" height="1" width="1" style="border:0;float:left;margin:0;padding:0" hspace="0" src="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/i/30228819/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc">
<br><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; mso-layout-grid-align: none;"><a href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/t/0/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc/~http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-HTCa9J5jOPo/T6qEeyMPizI/AAAAAAAAARw/kQoZIhnUD-4/s1600/Pastoral+Logo.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="55" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-HTCa9J5jOPo/T6qEeyMPizI/AAAAAAAAARw/kQoZIhnUD-4/s200/Pastoral+Logo.jpg" width="200" /></a><v:shapetype coordsize="21600,21600" filled="f" id="_x0000_t75" o:preferrelative="t" o:spt="75" path="m@4@5l@4@11@9@11@9@5xe" stroked="f"> <v:stroke joinstyle="miter"> <v:formulas> <v:f eqn="if lineDrawn pixelLineWidth 0"> <v:f eqn="sum @0 1 0"> <v:f eqn="sum 0 0 @1"> <v:f eqn="prod @2 1 2"> <v:f eqn="prod @3 21600 pixelWidth"> <v:f eqn="prod @3 21600 pixelHeight"> <v:f eqn="sum @0 0 1"> <v:f eqn="prod @6 1 2"> <v:f eqn="prod @7 21600 pixelWidth"></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:f></v:formulas></v:stroke></v:shapetype><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">The <a href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/t/0/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc/~http://www.specialtyfood.com/nasft/">National Association of Specialty Food Trade, Inc</a>. has named its top five outstanding specialty retailers. </span><span style="color: #000002; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Among those named is Chicago French Market’s very own vendor, Pastoral Artisan Cheese, Bread and Wine. </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">The <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">award </span>recognizes excellence in customer service, product sourcing, merchandising, quality assurance and a passion for presenting top-quality food. Winners were chosen by a national panel of specialty food experts including previous honorees, manufacturers<span style="color: #000002;">, distributors and editors of <i>Specialty Food Magazine. </i>The official awards will be presented on June 18, 2012, at the </span>Summer Fancy Food Show<span style="color: #324c8e;"> </span><span style="color: #000002;">in Washington, D.C</span><span style="color: black;">.</span><span style="color: #000002;">, in a red-carpet ceremony hosted by Jose Andres, the noted chef and culinary innovator</span><span style="color: black;">. </span><span style="color: #000002;">Winners will be featured in the May/June issue of NASFT's </span><i>Specialty</i> <i>Food Magazine<span style="color: #324c8e;"> </span></i><span style="color: #000002;">available online beginning May 1.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer">Post provided by Kurman Communications, Inc., a world leader in lifestyle public relations, social media and marketing...Providing cutting-edge creativity, out-of-the-box thinking, brand mastery, media strategy, social networking, and word-of-mouth marketing since 1983. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/kurmancommunications. Follow us on Twitter @KurmanPR and @KurmanStaff. Visit www.kurman.com or write to kurmanstaff@kurman.com to learn more.<img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/7675422584987743106-1594142029408090624?l=www.gotbuzzatkurman.com' alt='' /></div>
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Carmen Turnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15464410639889350601noreply@blogger.com0http://www.gotbuzzatkurman.com/2012/05/celebrate-mothers-day-at-flemings-prime.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7675422584987743106.post-62398278567665704312012-05-08T12:00:00.000-05:002012-05-08T12:00:06.121-05:00Celebrate Mother’s Day at Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar<Img align="left" border="0" height="1" width="1" style="border:0;float:left;margin:0;padding:0" hspace="0" src="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/i/30209950/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc"><div style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/t/0/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc/~http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-iGveC5twEo0/T5WwF2Qox_I/AAAAAAAAAQk/jILbJos8bsQ/s1600/Flemings_EasterCocktail_lr.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-iGveC5twEo0/T5WwF2Qox_I/AAAAAAAAAQk/jILbJos8bsQ/s200/Flemings_EasterCocktail_lr.jpg" width="148" /></a></div><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">For 364 days a year, moms everywhere balance jobs, kids, households and more. This Mother’s Day, give Mom a break and show her how cherished she is with a sumptuous</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> prix-fixe brunch at </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span><a href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/t/0/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc/~http://www.flemingssteakhouse.com/"><b><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 150%;"><span style="color: blue;">Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar</span></span></i></b></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 150%;">. For $34.95 per person*, families can enjoy three courses of classic brunch dishes and Fleming’s favorites In addition, an eye-opening brunch cocktail,</span><b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;"> Blood Orange Fizz</span></b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, will be available, as well as Fleming’s traditional à la carte menu. </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 150%;">As thanks for their hard work, mothers will receive receive a complimentary $25 Dining Card** to enjoy on a future occasion.<o:p></o:p></span>
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<br><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 150%;">“Growing up, my dad and grandparents put extra care into making Mother’s Day dinner at our family restaurant</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">,” said <b>Russell Skall</b>, Fleming’s Excutive Chef, who created the menu. “I wanted to continue that tradition and create a memorable menu for families to enjoy. Our entrées, including <b>Filet Mignon Benedict</b> and <b>New Orleans-Style</b> <b>French Toast</b>, are Fleming’s elegant twist on a classic Sunday Brunch.”</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 150%;"><o:p></o:p></span>
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<br><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Guests will start brunch with Fleming’s signature Wedge Salad or a Fresh Fruit Medley, followed by one of five delicious entrée choices.<o:p></o:p></span>
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<br><a href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/t/0/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc/~http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-39Wj1_wWg28/T5WvsqWGWJI/AAAAAAAAAQc/ZXXn73Akksg/s1600/Mothers+Day+FrenchToast+lr.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="158" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-39Wj1_wWg28/T5WvsqWGWJI/AAAAAAAAAQc/ZXXn73Akksg/s200/Mothers+Day+FrenchToast+lr.jpg" width="200" /></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">The tender Filet Mignon Benedict is cooked to order, topped with poached eggs and buttery béarnaise sauce with fresh lemon, shallots and tarragon. Fleming’s New Orleans-Style French Toast is made from thick slices of rich brioche bread soaked in Grand Marnier-flavored cinnamon batter, and topped with a generous dollop of housemade chantilly cream and fresh berries. A Sunday favorite at Fleming’s, Prime Rib, is slow roasted and served with a trio of sauces. Shrimp or Filet Frittata and a Steakhouse Filet Mignon Cobb Salad round out the main course offerings. All entrees are served with a choice of Potatoes O’Brien or Sauteed Green Beans.<o:p></o:p></span>
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<br><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">To bring the meal to a sweet conclusion, guests can enjoy their choice of White Chocolate Bread Pudding with </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 150%;">bourbon crème anglaise, <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Crème Brûlée made with</span>creamy Tahitian vanilla bean custard and served with fresh seasonal berries<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>or Walnut Turtle Pie featuring </span>housemade caramel, walnuts and chocolate in a chocolate pie crust.<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><o:p></o:p></span></span>
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<br><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">A prix-fixe children’s brunch is available for $16.95* for each child under 12 years old, and includes a fresh fruit salad followed by four kid-pleasing entrées, and a sundae or sorbet for dessert, plus a beverage.<o:p></o:p></span>
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<br><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Blood Orange Fizz, a brunch cocktail bright with citrus flavors, is offered at a special price of $6.95. </span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 150%;">Maeve Pesquera</span></b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 150%;">, Fleming’s Director of Wine, created the </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt;">brunch cocktail with</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 150%;"> Solerno Blood Orange Liqueur, Stoli Vodka, fresh lemon juice and a splash of club soda served on the rocks. <o:p></o:p></span>
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<br><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 150%;">Mother's Day brunch is available at both Chicago-area Fleming's locations, 25 E. Ohio St., Chicago, 312/329-9463 and Lincolnshire, 960 Milwaukee Ave., Lincolnshire, 847/793-0333. To make reservations, please visit </span><a href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/t/0/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc/~http://www.flemingssteakhouse.com/" title="www.flemingssteakhouse.com"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 150%;"><span style="color: blue;">www.flemingssteakhouse.com</span></span></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 150%;"> <o:p></o:p></span>
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<br><div style="background: white;"><strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt;">MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH MENU, $34.95</span></strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br><strong><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">THE WEDGE</span></strong></span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt;">
<br>iceberg lettuce, grape tomatoes, red onions and crumbled blue cheese<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br><div style="background: white;"><strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt;">FRESH FRUIT MEDLEY</span></strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt;">
<br>berries, melon, pineapple, sour cream and honey sauce<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br><div style="background: white;"><strong><span style="color: #660000; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt;">Choice of Entrée</span></strong><b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt;">
<br><strong><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">FILET MIGNON BENEDICT</span></strong></span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt;">
<br>sliced filet mignon and egg on an English muffin with herb béarnaise sauce and tomato concassé<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br><div style="background: white;"><strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt;">NEW ORLEANS-STYLE FRENCH TOAST</span></strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt;">
<br>Grand Marnier battered brioche, maple syrup and country sausage<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br><div style="background: white;"><strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt;">FLEMING'S FRITTATA </span></strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt;">choice of Shrimp or Filet Mignon
<br>egg, mushroom, asparagus, onion, red pepper and gruyère cheese<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br><div style="background: white;"><strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt;">STEAKHOUSE FILET MIGNON COBB</span></strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt;">
<br>fresh greens with blue cheese, egg, bacon, avocado, tomato and red onion balsamic vinaigrette<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br><div style="background: white;"><strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt;">PRIME RIB OF BEEF</span></strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt;">
<br>slow roasted, served with a trio of sauces<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br><strong><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">POTATOES O'BRIEN</span></strong>peppers and onions
<br><strong><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">SAUTÉED GREEN BEANS</span></strong>mushrooms<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br><strong><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">WHITE CHOCOLATE BREAD PUDDING</span></strong></span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt;">
<br>bourbon crème anglaise<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br><div style="background: white;"><strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt;">CRÈME BRÛLÉE</span></strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt;">
<br>creamy Tahitian vanilla bean custard served with fresh seasonal berries<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br><div style="background: white;"><strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt;">WALNUT TURTLE PIE</span></strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt;">
<br>housemade caramel, walnuts and chocolate in a chocolate pie crust<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br><div style="background: white;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt;"> <strong><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">CHILDREN'S BRUNCH MENU, $16.95 (ages 12 and under)</span></strong><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br><strong><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">FRESH FRUIT SALAD</span></strong></span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt;">
<br>berries, melon, pineapple, sour cream and honey sauce<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br><strong><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">CLASSIC FRENCH TOAST</span></strong></span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt;">
<br>served with sausage link or bacon<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br><div style="background: white;"><strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt;">CHEDDAR CHEESE OMELET</span></strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt;">
<br>made with two eggs, served with sausage link or bacon<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br><div style="background: white;"><strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt;">STEAK AND FRIES</span></strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt;">
<br>filet mignon and baked potato fries<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<br><div style="background: white;"><strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt;">CHICKEN STRIPS AND FRIES</span></strong><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt;">
<br>crispy baked chicken breast strips with honey-mustard dipping sauce and baked potato fries<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br>2% MILK, SOFT DRINK or JUICE<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br><strong><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">ICE CREAM SUNDAE</span></strong>
<br><strong><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">FRESH FRUIT SORBET</span></strong></span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Carmen Turnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15464410639889350601noreply@blogger.com0http://www.gotbuzzatkurman.com/2012/05/kotel-kosher-opens-at-chicago-french.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7675422584987743106.post-88695796942532055362012-05-07T14:15:00.000-05:002012-05-07T14:15:48.144-05:00Kotel Kosher opens at Chicago French Market May 15 Yona Metzger, Chief Rabbi of Israel, to Officiate Opening<Img align="left" border="0" height="1" width="1" style="border:0;float:left;margin:0;padding:0" hspace="0" src="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/i/30197811/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">The <strong>Chicago French Market</strong> (131 North Clinton Street, </span><span lang="EN" style="color: black; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-ansi-language: EN;">312-575-0306</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">) welcomes a new and unique vendor, <strong>Kotel Kosher</strong>. Kotel Kosher is a “grab and go” that will offer shoppers a wide variety of strictly CRC accredited Kosher deli and grocery products for either dining at the Chicago French Market or taking home.<o:p></o:p></span>
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<br><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">For those who want a Kosher meal on the go, there will be plenty from which to choose, including all popular Kosher brands. Kotel Kosher will be run by the same people who own Chicago Organics, a mainstay at the Chicago French Market.<o:p></o:p></span>
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<br><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Kotel Kosher will be one of the only places in the West Loop area of Chicago where people can go to purchase strictly Kosher grocery items. Metra commuters, people who work in nearby office buildings and residents of the West Loop will be pleased with the convenience of shopping at Kotel Kosher.<o:p></o:p></span>
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<br><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Kosher foods</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> are those that conform to the regulations of </span><a href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/t/0/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc/~http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jewish" title="Jewish"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="color: blue;">Jewish</span></span></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"> law (Laws of Kashruth) that were first written in the book of </span><a href="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/t/0/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc/~http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Book_of_Leviticus" title="Book of Leviticus"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="color: blue;">Leviticus</span></span></a><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">. <o:p></o:p></span>
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<br><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Kotel Kosher will be open Monday through Thursday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. and Friday 10am-4pm during the summer. In keeping with Jewish law, will it close at sundown on Friday in the winter depending of the Shabbat Hours and stay closed all day on Saturdays.<o:p></o:p></span>
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Carmen Turnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15464410639889350601noreply@blogger.com0http://www.gotbuzzatkurman.com/2012/05/celebrate-cinco-de-mayo-memorial-day.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7675422584987743106.post-13812109272128051762012-05-04T15:11:00.000-05:002012-05-04T15:11:00.179-05:00Celebrate Cinco de Mayo & Memorial Day with Francesca’s by the River<Img align="left" border="0" height="1" width="1" style="border:0;float:left;margin:0;padding:0" hspace="0" src="http://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/i/30158590/0/gotbuzzkurmancommunicationsinc"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman;"> </span><strong>Francesca’s by the River</strong> (200 South Second Street, St. Charles, IL 60174; 630-587-8221) will feature $5 margaritas all day on May 5.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Come celebrate Mexico’s independence with a frosty, cold and delicious Francesca’s Classic Margarita.<o:p></o:p></span>
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