Chicago magazine celebrated our editorial dining coverage at the third annual Chicago’s Table event held at River East Art Center on October 25th. Attendees dined on delectable dishes from 20 of the city’s best restaurants—handpicked from the pages of Chicago magazine—and sipped perfectly paired cocktails from Bulleit®, Don Julio®, Ketel One®, and Tanqueray®, as well as beer from Goose Island and wine from 90+ Cellars. Guests captured the night’s memories at the Four Winds Casino photo booth and enjoyed champagne at The Tile Shop Bar. Cadillac provided complimentary valet and a lounge where attendees could relax. The event raised more than $10,000 for the charitable beneficiary, The Auxiliary Board of Northwestern Memorial Hospital, in support of innovative bone marrow research to improve cancer care at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Read more
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The 10th Anniversary Kitchen Walk on October 13 was a smashing success! More than 350 guests enjoyed touring five amazing homes and sampling gourmet food and beverage samples from talented chefs. The day culminated at The Journeyman Distillery in Three Oaks, Michigan. More than $50,000 was raised for Designs for Dignity. Read more
More than 400 guests enjoyed the Barrington Junior Women’s Clubs’ annual luncheon fashion show fund raiser held on Saturday, November 9, at the Stonegate in Hoffman Estates. BJWC president Suzy Mogler and event co-chairs Crystal DiDomenico, Dimple Tejani, and Buffy Layton welcomed guests to the 13th annual event with a “la Parisienne” theme. Festivities included a shopping boutique, silent and live auction, and a runway fashion show produced by ZZAZZ Productions. York Furrier, an event sponsor, provided a fur-trimmed cashmere cape for the silent auction, a feathered fox and cashmere reversible vest for the live auction, and a sampling of new arrivals from the store’s 82nd Anniversary Collection were modeled by ZZAZZ models; BJWC members Barb Aievoli, Kim Lee, Sue Anderson, and Chrissie Mena; along with the day’s emcees, celebrity chef Jaime Laurita and his partner, Rich Lane. Read more
On October 15, Ketel One® Vodka and Chicago magazine celebrated Gonzalo Segares, defender for the Chicago Fire, for his commendable work with the Chicago Fire Foundation at the Ketel One® Vodka Chicago’s Modern Hispanic Gentlemen event. Guests enjoyed delectable cocktails and learned about the history and craftsmanship of Ketel One® Vodka. Read more
On October 15, Ketel One® Vodka kicked off the third annual Chicago’s Modern Hispanic Gentlemen event series at American Junkie. Ketel One® Vodka and Chicago magazine honored Gonzalo Segares, defender for the Chicago Fire, for his commendable work with the Chicago Fire Foundation. The Modern Hispanic Gentlemen program recognizes the positive community impact of three local caballeros who embody the sophistication and substance of the Ketel One brand. Read more
Eve J. Alfillé Gallery and Studio celebrated their “Homage to Gustav Klimt” by showcasing Eve’s new fine art jewelry series for the first time on October 19, 2013. Guests had the opportunity to try on the new jewelry as well as enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres while exploring the gallery. The afternoon included a giveaway of many great prizes, including event tickets and new jewelry. Read more
Carson Pirie Scott in Yorktown showcased must-have fashion trends for the fall season in its annual runway fashion show on September 21. Over 250 attendees viewed fashions from Vince Camuto, Michael Kors & more while DJ Megan Taylor spun upbeat jams and Chicago magazine style editor Gina Bazer emceed the show. Guests shopped while tasting delicious breakfast bites. Chicago magazine surprised one guest with a pair of new shoes and a handbag for fall. Real Housewives of New York, Jill Zarin, was in attendance promoting her new jewelry line and chatted with guests. Read more
September 18, 2013--More than 200 design lovers came out to support Designs for Dignity when Chicago Home + Garden hosted its fourth annual Chairs for Charity event at Cosentino Center Chicago. Guests perfected their poses at the photo station provided by Lincoln Motor Company. Read more
September 18, 2013--Chicagoland’s design lovers came out in support of Designs for Dignity at Chicago Home + Garden’s fourth annual Chairs for Charity event at Cosentino. The evening featured a silent auction of one-of-a-kind, reimagined vintage chairs from 13 of Chicago’s top designers. Guests enjoyed delicious hors d’oeuvres from Mercat a la Planxa, wine from 90+ Cellars, signature cocktails from Tito’s Handmade Vodka, and beer from Peroni. Read more
September 4, 2013--Chicagoans gathered at The Scout Waterhouse + Kitchen for the last Stella Summer Music Series event of the year, which featured a special acoustic performance by Michele McGuire. Read more