I think it's safe to say that we have finally made it to summer! I'm definitely hitting the Printer's Row Lit Fest and Sausage Fest this weekend. I'm hoping to make it over to the Marilyn Monroe brunch on Sunday, but that might be derailed by a much-needed trip to Ikea.. I love my apartment, but four years and a wedding registry later, it's time to reorganize.
Printer's Row Lit Fest - June 4 - 5
This was my very first Chicago festival, and it's still one of my favorites! I dare you to think of a book that you can't find in one of the dozens of book vendors throughout the Printer's Square neighborhood. And there's a very extensive schedule of events happening on both Saturday and Sunday, including cooking demos from Chicago's top chefs. If you have time, check out the Saturday evening festivities, Lit After Dark.
I also received a tip that there will be a flash mob at the fest on Saturday at 2:00 p.m.
Marilyn Monroe's Birthday Brunch @ Kit Kat Lounge - Sunday, June 5, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Printer's Row Lit Fest - June 4 - 5
This was my very first Chicago festival, and it's still one of my favorites! I dare you to think of a book that you can't find in one of the dozens of book vendors throughout the Printer's Square neighborhood. And there's a very extensive schedule of events happening on both Saturday and Sunday, including cooking demos from Chicago's top chefs. If you have time, check out the Saturday evening festivities, Lit After Dark.
I also received a tip that there will be a flash mob at the fest on Saturday at 2:00 p.m.
Marilyn Monroe's Birthday Brunch @ Kit Kat Lounge - Sunday, June 5, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
I know I've said this before, and I'll say it again: you MUST visit the Kit Kat Lounge. Sas wrapped in fabulous with a side of the most amazing martinis. The divas are going all out on Sunday to celebrate one of the most glamorous women in history. Guests can enjoy brunch a la carte or partake in a
$25 pre-fixe menu that includes unlimited mimosas and bloody martinis. And of course Kit Kat diva Madame X will perform as Marilyn Monroe throughout the day.
Sausage Fest @ Sheffield and Addison - June 4 - 5, 12:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Yes, Sausage Fest. Love it! Formerly the Lakeview Music Festival (which I always thought was redundant since there's already a Belmont-Sheffield Music Festival.), this fair celebrates the glory of encased meats while still featuring the Chicago bands, artisans and restaurants. I'm really hoping to see some creative sausages and not just a million different ways to do a beef brat.
Tickets are a suggested donation of $5, but Dealavue is offering a great deal for the festival: $15 for 2 sausages, 2 days of entry and 2 beverages, including beer or $20 for 4 Sausages, 2 days of entry and 3 beverages, including beer.
Strawberry Festival @ Chicago French Market - Saturday, June 4, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m.
It's strawberry season, and the Chicago French Market runnith over with huge, delicious berries. Stop by Saturday afternoon for live music, face painting and chef demos. My favorite part of strawberry festivals is always the chocolate covered strawberries, but when I saw some of the event's menu items, I think I'll branch out: strawberry rosemary preserves, strawberry caprese sandwiches, cheeses perfectly pared with strawberries, strawberry gelato. It's okay to gorge yourself though since strawberries are good for you, right?
What are your plans for this weekend?
$25 pre-fixe menu that includes unlimited mimosas and bloody martinis. And of course Kit Kat diva Madame X will perform as Marilyn Monroe throughout the day.
Sausage Fest @ Sheffield and Addison - June 4 - 5, 12:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Yes, Sausage Fest. Love it! Formerly the Lakeview Music Festival (which I always thought was redundant since there's already a Belmont-Sheffield Music Festival.), this fair celebrates the glory of encased meats while still featuring the Chicago bands, artisans and restaurants. I'm really hoping to see some creative sausages and not just a million different ways to do a beef brat.
Tickets are a suggested donation of $5, but Dealavue is offering a great deal for the festival: $15 for 2 sausages, 2 days of entry and 2 beverages, including beer or $20 for 4 Sausages, 2 days of entry and 3 beverages, including beer.
Strawberry Festival @ Chicago French Market - Saturday, June 4, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m.
It's strawberry season, and the Chicago French Market runnith over with huge, delicious berries. Stop by Saturday afternoon for live music, face painting and chef demos. My favorite part of strawberry festivals is always the chocolate covered strawberries, but when I saw some of the event's menu items, I think I'll branch out: strawberry rosemary preserves, strawberry caprese sandwiches, cheeses perfectly pared with strawberries, strawberry gelato. It's okay to gorge yourself though since strawberries are good for you, right?
What are your plans for this weekend?
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| Have you been to the Chicago French Market? So pretty!! (Photo via Shoe-A-Day) |
i think we're finally going to hit up the printers row fest!
ReplyDeletesee you next week :) xo jillian
Definitely lots of great events this weekend! I love to eat at Hackneys when I go to lit fest (as well as during the rest of the year), and the Kit Kat lounge is definitely a must! Their martinis are so delicious, and the performances are amazing!
ReplyDeleteYum! Strawberry Fest? My mouth is drooling a little bit, pardon me ;)
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