When it comes to food and drink, there's plenty to do in Chicago this week. From the annual top chefs throwdown to discounts on local cider tastings, here's how to add some flavor to your social calendar.
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East Meets Midwest at NoMi Kitchen
Acclaimed chefs from NoMI, Arami and Naoki are teaming to bring diners Midwestern fare with Japanese flair this Wednesday evening. The reception-style event will feature sushi and sashimi, hot dishes, pastries and specialty cocktails with Eastern influences.
When: Wednesday, August 22, 6-9 p.m.
Where: NoMi Kitchen, 800 N. Michigan Ave.
Price: $75
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11th Annual Chefs on the Grill at Millennium Park
For the 11th year, Chefs on the Grill returns to Park Grill and The Plaza at Millennium Park. The culinary event will feature some of the city's top chefs, all competing to be named COTG Champion. Guests will enjoy an al fresco experience with unlimited tastings of grilled dishes from an array of Chicago restaurants — like Antique Taco, Lo & Slow BBQ and Doc Watsons SmokeHouse — and an all-you-can-drink bar package.
When: Thursday, August 23, 5:30-9 p.m.
Where: The Plaza at Millennium Park, 11 N. Michigan Ave.
Price: $69
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The River North Rooftop Bar Crawl
Spend your Saturday afternoon indulging in refreshing beverages and city views with the River North Rooftop Bar Crawl. Revelers will hop from rooftop to rooftop with friends old and new while enjoying exclusive drink specials and panoramic views.
When: Saturday, August 25, 2-7 p.m.
Where: River North
Price: $15 - $20
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Discounted tastings at North Shore Cider Company
Love a good, cold glass of hard cider? North Shore Cider Company is currently offering discounts on tasting flights. With a Groupon voucher in hand, guests will enjoy a flight filled with house specialties, like the Split Personality and Crantastic, and take home a complimentary glass.
When: Thursdays, 5-9 p.m.; Fridays, 4-9 p.m.; Saturdays, noon-9 p.m.; Sundays, noon-4 p.m.
Where: North Shore Cider Company, 707 Howard St.
Price: $16 for one, $30 for two (up to 38 percent discount off regular price)
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