Ready for some eye candy? 
Take a look at some of the highlights from my trip to the Taste of Chicago.  While the organizers reported that numbers were down by as much as 700,000 this year, there was no evidence of that when I went on Thursday night – it was PACKED! 
Some people complain about the prices at The Taste.  Mr. Man and I shared 9 different things, and we did it all with only 4 strips of tickets – about $24.  Granted, we didn’t buy any alcohol, which is how …

Love it or hate it, the Taste of Chicago is starting this Friday, June 25 and running through July 4.
Right now you can buy discounted tickets for $6 a strip at Dominick’s.  Once The Taste starts, tickets will be $8 a strip.
The Taste is so much more than just turkey legs and frozen bananas!  Each year I find something new and delicious, and of course I also have a few favorites that I seek out each year.  I like to get tasting portions, so I can graze for a few …

The third annual Pinot Days Grand Festival tasting is under way this weekend at Navy Pier. If you’re a purveyor of great wines and food, don’t miss out on this event!
This year will feature 50 producers of wine and will offer up to 300 tastings of Pinot – let’s not forget the food that will be served to pair with these delicious wines!
This is a casual affair designed to attract wine lovers of all levels – learn from industry professionals and the people who make these wines!
www.pinotdays.com