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Birch River Grill
75 W. Algonquin Rd., Arlington Heights, Ill.
(847) 427-4242
www.birchrivergrill.com
@birchrivergrill

Super Bowl Sunday
Bring friends and family to Birch River Grill to watch the Super Bowl, Sunday, Feb. 7. Enjoy $3 dining and drink deals all day long: Draft Beer, BRG Wild Game Chili, Hot Dog & Fries, ½ Dozen Chicken Wings, Chicken Fingers and Cheese Sticks, just $3 each. Complimentary chips and salsa are available for everyone.

Valentine's Day
Celebrate a romantic Valentine's Day at Birch River Grill, which offers a special three course menu the entire weekend of the romantic holiday. Offered after 11 a.m. Feb. 12, 13 and 14, the menu is $28.95 per person. Start with Tomato Bisque, then choose an entrée: Grilled Sirloin Steak, sweet potato puree, wild mushrooms and blood orange syrup, or Pecan Crusted Walleyed Pike, white asparagus, baby carrots, kiln dried cranberry wild rice pilaf. Share Chocolate Lava Cake with vanilla bean ice cream and chocolate ganache for dessert.

About Birch River Grill
Birch River Grill serves rustic American gourmet comfort food. Breakfast is served 6 a.m. until 11 a.m. Monday through Friday, and 7 a.m. until 11 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. Lunch is served 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Monday through Sunday, with only the lounge menu available from 3 p.m. until 5 p.m. Dinner hours are 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and Sunday, and 5 p.m. until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, with the lounge open one hour later daily. All major credit cards are accepted. Complimentary parking is available. For reservations or more information, please contact Birch River Grill at (847) 427-4242 or visit www.birchrivergrill.com.

Dine
733 W. Madison St., Chicago, Ill.
(312) 602-2100
www.dinerestaurant.com
@dinerestaurant

The Local Tourist Restaurant Week
Enjoy a three-course meal for lunch or dinner at Dine Jan. 8 through Jan. 15, 2010. Dine's menu includes the first course, a choice of Salad, roasted red and gold beets, crumbled chevre, orange supreme and balsamic vinaigrette with mixed baby greens, or Appetizer, pumpkin sage ravioli, brown butter and baby arugula. The main course is Rigatoni and Vodka Sauce, with shaved parmigiano and pulled lamb shank. The vegetarian option is Grilled Vegetables and Warm Frisée, with port reduction and basil oil. For dessert, enjoy Apple and Cranberry Cobbler, topped with vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce.

The Local Tourist Restaurant Week kicks off Jan. 8, with participating restaurants providing three-course meals, with 10% of each meal supporting Endure To Cure, a 501 (c)(3) non-profit that benefits organizations dedicated to pediatric cancer research, treatment and care. Lunch is $25 and dinner is $35. For more information, visit www.thelocaltourist.com.

Super Bowl Party
Join Dine for the Big Game Sunday, Feb. 7, and watch on Dine's HD-TV's while sampling the complimentary appetizer buffet and sipping drink specials. Win prizes during the raffle drawing each quarter of the game.

The Complimentary Appetizer Buffet includes a Nacho Bar, Chili Bar, Chips and Dips, and Pretzels. Drink Specials include $3 Miller Lite Bottles and Coors Light Bottles; $4 Hail Mary's, and $5 Pepper Bloody Mary's, 312 Beer Mosas and Man Mosas.

Valentine's Day
Spend Valentine's Day, Feb. 14, at Dine for a romantic evening for two. Start with Shrimp Bisque with crème fraiche and Field Greens and Sherry Vinaigrette with goat cheese and candied pecans. For the main course, choose either Grilled Filet, bed of beet risotto and asparagus, or Poached Salmon, egg noodles, Asian vegetables and tomato broth. Indulge in Dine's Signature Red Velvet Cake, candied pecans and strawberry compote, or Chocolate Dipped Strawberries with white and dark chocolate tuxedos, for dessert. The special menu is $60 per couple.

Winter Warmers
Keep warm this winter with Dine's winter drink specials, Winter Warmers, liqueur and coffee combinations using Intelligentsia Coffee. Sip Irish Coffee, Jameson Irish Whiskey, sugar cubes, flavored whipped cream and green crème de menthe ($7); Keoke Coffee, Christian Brothers Brandy, Kahlua and dark crème de cacao ($7.25); Mint Lily, Peppermint Schnapps and Baileys Irish Cream ($7); Black Forest, Chambord, white crème de cacao, vodka and steam half n half with chocolate syrup ($7); Flavored Cappuccinos, Dine's cappuccinos flavored with either raspberry (Chambord) or almond (Amaretto), topped with flavored heavy crème ($7.25); or Gaelic Coffee, Dewars Whisky with coffee, topped with flavored heavy crème ($6.50).

About Dine
Dine, the west loop's 1940's inspired retro supper club and martini bar, serves American classics revived with a contemporary flair. Dine is open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The martini lounge hours are noon to 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and noon to midnight Friday and Saturday. For more information, call (312) 602-2100 or visit www.dinerestaurant.com.

Glen Prairie
1250 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn, Ill.
(630) 613-1250
www.glenprairie.com
@glenprairie

January Prix Fixe Menu
Throughout the month of January, Glen Prairie offers a three course prix fixe meal for just $20 per person. For the appetizer, try the Caesar Salad, organic Romaine, grilled sourdough croutons and Pepato cheese. Entrée selections include a choice of either Miller Farms Seared Chicken, butternut squash waffle, caramelized Brussels sprouts and maple gastrique; or Baked Ziti, roasted tomatoes, Pepato cheese, toasted pine nuts and garlic prosciutto toast. Indulge in a choice of Daily Sorbet for dessert.

Pair the three-course meal with the wine of the month, Chateau St. Michelle Sauvignon Blanc ($25/bottle).The menu is available after 5 p.m. daily.

Super Bowl Sunday
Watch the Super Bowl with family friends at Glen Prairie Sunday, Feb. 7, and enjoy the restaurant's special dining deals. During the game, all Miller and Budweiser bottles are Half Price. During halftime, enjoy complimentary appetizers in the lounge, including Buffalo Wings, Quesadillas and Mini Eggrolls.

Valentine's Day
Spend a romantic Valentine's Day at Glen Prairie. The restaurant offers a three course prix fixe menu after 5 p.m. Feb. 12, 13 and 14. Appetizer choices include You Got Me All Wrapped Up, asparagus spears and shaved Prosciutto, wild mushrooms, Pepato cheese and truffle balsamic vinaigrette, or Cuddle With Me Soup, potato leek.

Second course choices are My "Sole" Mate, seared Dover sole, julienne vegetables, Hen of the Woods mushrooms, sun-dried tomato herb butter and whipped potatoes, or Not Just a Tease "Strip" Steak, Dietzler Farms New York strip steak, baked Yukon Gold potato, buttermilk fried onions and creamed organic spinach. Dessert includes It's Orgasmic, flourless chocolate cake and vanilla bean gelato, or Apple of Your Eye, Granny Smith apple pie and cinnamon gelato.

The meal is $36 per person, and available after 5 p.m. in addition to Glen Prairie's regular menu.

Make it a weekend event with the adjacent Crowne Plaza Glen Ellyn's Valentine's Day package, a one-night stay with deluxe accommodations and dinner for two at Glen Prairie, for just $150. Check-in must be Feb. 12, 13 or 14, guests must be 21 or older, and the price excludes taxes and gratuities. Book the package by calling Glen Prairie at (630) 613-1250.

About Glen Prairie
Glen Prairie serves contemporary American cuisine, with a strong emphasis on local Midwest flavors and products. Breakfast is served 6 a.m. until 11 a.m. Monday through Friday and 7 a.m. until 11 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. Lunch hours are 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. daily. Dinner is served 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 p.m. until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The lounge remains open one hour later than the restaurant each day. For more details, contact the restaurant at (630) 613-1250 or visit www.glenprairie.com.

Karma
510 E. Route 83, Mundelein, Ill.
(847) 970-6900
www.karmachicago.com
@KarmaMundelein

January Prix Fixe Menu
Head to Karma for the January prix fixe menu, a three course meal offer all month for just $20. Start with Miso Soup, tofu and roasted nori, or Karma House Salad, crisp lettuce, napa cabbage, cucumber, daikon and carrot ginger dressing. Entrées include Orange Peel Tempura Chicken, sesame jasmine rice, ginger chili cucumber salad and Yuzu orange glaze, or Yellow Mango Vegetable Curry, spring vegetables tossed with coconut yellow curry, jasmine rice and kimchi. For dessert, enjoy Trio of Sorbet or Ice Cream with fresh berries.

Chinese New Year
Karma celebrates the Chinese New Year Feb. 14. Welcome the Year of the Tiger with a special menu from Karma. Stay tuned for details!

Valentine's Day
Romance is alive during Valentine's Day, Sunday, Feb. 14 at tranquil pan-Asian restaurant Karma. Start with Miso Soup with tofu and roasted nori, then enjoy Karma House Salad, crisp lettuce, napa cabbage, cucumber, daikon and carrot ginger dressing. Entrée selections include Five Spice Chicken, Jasmine rice, baby vegetables and crispy onions, Tamarind Glazed Mahi Mahi, parsnip mashed potatoes, baby vegetables and parsnip shoestrings, and Oden - Winter Stew, a rich broth of konbu, tofu, turnips, carrots, shiitake mushrooms, eggs and scallions. Indulge in a Warm Heart-Shaped Chocolate Brownie with Tahitian vanilla ice cream, fresh berries and coconut crème for dessert. The menu is $29 per person and reservations are recommended.

Winter Warmers
Indulge in Karma's signature Winter Warmers, hot liquor drinks, for just $8.25 each. Try Karma Hot Cocoa, Godiva Milk Chocolate Liqueur, Peppermint Schnapps and hot chocolate; the Nutty Irishman, Frangelico Liqueur, Baileys Irish Cream and coffee; and Cream De Mint, white crème de menthe, Baileys Irish Cream and coffee.

About Karma
Karma is a sophisticated restaurant with a zen-laced atmosphere that serves Pan-Asian cuisine. Breakfast is served 6 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. daily. Lunch hours are 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. daily. Dinner is served 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 p.m. until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The lounge stays open one extra hour each night. Karma is located adjacent to the Crowne Plaza Chicago North Shore at 510 East Route 83, Mundelein, Ill. 60060. For reservations, call Karma at (847) 970-6900 or visit www.karmachicago.com.

Restaurant Michael
64 Green Bay Rd. Winnetka, Ill.
(847) 441-3100
www.restaurantmichael.com

The Silver Service Menu Returns in January
Restaurant Michael, known for putting a modern twist on classic French cuisine, had a successful 2009 in part because of the value it provides to its patrons. In an effort to continue this, Restaurant Michael is bringing back its popular Silver Service Menu beginning Tuesday, Jan. 5. The Silver Service menu is a way for guests to sample smaller portions of eight items from Restaurant Michael's regular menu without paying full price. The entire table must participate in the Silver Service menu, which is $39 per guest.

Offered Sunday through Friday, the Silver Service menu features three appetizers, three entrées and two desserts in addition to a petite salad and Restaurant Michael's signature warm cheese puffs. Appetizer selections include Slow Braised Lamb Osso Bucco Ravioli in garlic sauce, Potato Truffle Soup, Exotic Mushroom Custard with morel cream, Beet and Spinach Risotto with Roquefort cheese and Classic Escargot "En Cocette" with garlic and Pernod. The table selects from entrées like Lobster and Dover Sole Ravioli in saffron nage, Roast Tenderloin of Beef with sherry vinegar cream, Sliced Roast Saddle of Bacon Wrapped Rabbit,Sliced Roast Loin of Venison, sauce poivrade and Roast, Stuffed Breast of Guinea Hen. For the dessert course, guests select two from choices like White Chocolate Mousse Bombe, Caramel Apple Tarte Tartin, Raspberry Napolean with Chambord sauce or Grand Marnier Chocolate Truffles and toasted almond biscotti. Each course is served from sparking silver trays tableside by Restaurant Michael's charming waitstaff. A three-course wine pairing is offered for an additional $14 per person.

Wine Pairing Dinner with DeLoach Vineyards
Chef/owner Michael Lachowicz teams up with De Loach Vineyards of the Russian River Valley in California to host its first wine pairing dinner of the new year at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 21. The guest speaker for the evening is John Wardzala, the Great Lakes Regional Manager for The Boisset Family of Wines of the Burgundy Region of France. The Boisset Family has taken De Loach to a whole new direction, being recognized as an authority on biodynamic, organic and sustainable wine making practices.

This reservation only dinner includes five courses paired with a variety of DeLoach wines including three Russian River Pinot Noirs and one Russian River Chardonnay, as well as Jean Louis French Sparkling Wine with hors d'oeurves. The cost of this wine pairing dinner is $79 per person, excluding tax and gratuity. The regular dinner menu is not offered on this date. To make a reservation for the wine pairing dinner, contact Restaurant Michael at (847) 441-3100.

New Winter Hours at Restaurant Michael
During the winter season, Restaurant Michael is not open for dinner on Monday evenings and no longer serves lunch on Friday. Restaurant Michael is, however, available for private events at lunchtime on both Mondays and Fridays if interested.

About Restaurant Michael
Restaurant Michael, located at 64 Green Bay Rd in Winnetka, Ill. 60093, serves classic haute cuisine in a contemporary presentation with French country flair. There is no corkage fee on Tuesday evenings. The restaurant is open for dinner 5:30 p.m. -10:30 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday; 5:30 p.m. -11:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday; and 4:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Sunday. Complimentary parking is available. All major cards are accepted. For more information or to make a reservation, call (847) 441-3100 or visit www.restaurantmichael.com.