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May 8, 2011

Chicago craft beer calendar, May 9-12

Watch for a flood of events coming up soon: American Craft Beer Week is May 16-22. Oddly, Chicago Craft Beer Week will be May 19-27.

Monday, May 9

3:00 p.m. 300+ Beer List Launches
Beckett's Gourmet Burgers & Craft Beers, 3210 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago (773) 880-9620
Beckett's Gourmet Burgers & Craft Beers launches their new 300+ beer list on Monday. It will feature 28 draft choices and over 275 bottles. Attention to glassware, beer flights, and 5oz/10oz/16oz draft pours are all on the menu. In addition, in May Beckett's will debut technology that will allow them to reseal beers with an equalizing dose of C02, allowing them to serve samples from a special selection of rare & luxury bottles.

5:00 - 8:00 p.m. Craft Beer Tasting at Finnegan's
Finnegan's Craft Beer & Gastro Pub, 24102 W Lockport St, Plainfield, IL (815) 733-5177
Head out to Finnegans for a complimentary craft beer tasting every Monday. One of our Cicerones will pull new beers recently added to the list and provide some background on each style and samples for you to taste. All beer being sampled with be on special so if you find a favorite, you can enjoy it with out damaging the wallet!

Tuesday, May 10

5:00 - 8:00 p.m. Great Divide Barrel Aged Chocolate Yeti Tapping
Finnegan's Craft Beer & Gastro Pub, 24102 W Lockport St, Plainfield, IL (815) 733-5177
Stop by and check out this years Great Divide Barrel Aged Chocolate Yeti on draught. We will be tapping this tasty treat right at 5:00 p.m. and it's only a 1/6th barrel so it won't last long! Call for reservations

6:30 p.m. Emmett's Brewmaster Dinner

Emmett's Tavern & Brewing Co., 128 W. Main St., West Dundee, IL (847) 428-4500

Join us for one of our widely popular Brewmaster Dinners. The event starts at 6:30 with a beer reception where attendees can sample their choice of any of our handcrafted beers. During the reception hour Brewmaster Ryan Clooney and Head Brewer Rob Hunter, will conduct tours of our brewery and explain the beer making process. During dinner our chef and Ryan will passionately explain their handiwork and how it applies to each of the five delicious courses. The price for this unique culinary experience is $59.95 per person, plus tax. Brewmaster Dinners are held quarterly.

7:00 p.m. Map Room Tuesday Night Pairing: Kapittel/Van Eecke with Greek Islands
The Map Room
, 1949 N. Hoyne, Chicago (773) 252-7636

You may not have heard of the family-owned Brouwerij Van Eecke, but you're probably familiar with a number of their brands (Kapittel abbey beers, Poperings Hommelbier, Watou's Wit). If you're from Chicago, you're certainly familiar with Greek Islands on Halsted Street in Greektown. Chances are you've probably dined there. Ever thought of teaming up some of Greek Island's signature food items with some tasty Belgian beer? We have! Come find a pairing that works best for you.

8:30 p.m. Movie Night
Cigars & Stripes, 6715 W. Ogden Ave., Berwyn, IL (708) 484-1043
Featuring B-HORROR Flicks on on the Big screen: "Doghouse" and "Friday the 13th the Final Chapter." Hot Wings and an American Craft Pint $10.00. Shows Start at 8:30 SHARP!

Wednesday, May 11

6:00 p.m. Goose Island Beer Dinner at the Signature Room
Signature Room at the 95th, 875 N. Michigan Ave. #1525, Chicago (312) 787-9596
Executive Chef Patrick Sheerin and Goose Island Brewery are teaming up to present a Spring Beer Dinner at The Signature Room at the 95th. Craft beer lovers will be treated to a delicious 5 course meal paired with a selection of Goose Island's finest brews. Chef Sheerin is well known for his use of local and seasonal ingredients. Call the Signature Room to book your ticket.

6:30 p.m. Wildfire-Schaumburg Great Lakes Beer Dinner
Wildfire Schaumburg, 1250 E. Higgins Rd., Schaumburg, IL (847) 995-0100
$45.00 per person (plus tax & gratuity) RSVP to: Brad Wermager, Wildfire Wine & Spirits Director at (773) 398-6960
  • Reception: Homemade Bratwurst Kolache, rich European pastry, mustard poppy seed aioli. Eliot Ness
  • First Course: Blue Crab Ceviche, salt chips, Spanish marcona almonds. Holy Moses White Ale
  • Second Course: Cocoa Rubbed Rack of Lamb, Italian sweet pepper risotto, broiled asparagus. Edmund Fitzgerald
  • Third Course: Herb Crusted Bacon Steak, crispy pork belly, sweet potato hash. Burning River
  • Dessert: French Chocolate Cheesecake, espresso mousse. Commodore Perry
Paul Guerrero, Chef & Luis Trujillo, Executive Chef. Kevin Hack, Guest Speaker. For reservations call Brad Wermager at (773) 398-6960.

7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Stone and Duke's Farm to Table Beer Dinner
Duke's Alehouse & Kitchen, 110 N. Main St., Crystal Lake, IL (815) 356-9980
Guests are invited to enjoy a four-course dinner featuring local farmer's produce, meats, poultry, cheeses, and sustainable fish. Each course will be paired with Stone Brewery's Beers. In addition to learning about the Stone Brewery and Beers. We will be introducing Duke's Garden for the first time this season. Meet our head farmer Emily as we discuss our new culinary adventure. This will sell out fast so buy your tickets NOW!
  • Dinner: Welcome Beer: Levitation paired with Lake Superior Whitefish Fish Fry and House Gribiche
  • 1st Course: Cali-Belgique paired with Field Green Salad with Farmer's Cheese and White Strawberry Vinaigrette
  • 2nd Course: Sublimely Self Righteous paired with Grilled Duck Breast with Mole Rojo and Dirty Rice
  • 3rd Course: Ruination paired with Carrot Cake

$55 per person, $5 discount for card-carrying members of the American Homebrewer's Association. Reservations required by calling (815) 356-9980. Stay after event for a special tapping of Stone's Russian Imperial Stout (@8:30) and first dibs on a specialty archived beer. Guests receive complimentary Stone tasting glass.

Thursday, May 12

6:00 - 7:00 p.m. "Brew with a View" at Cityscape
Cityscape Bar at the Holiday Inn Mart Plaza, 350 W. Mart Center Dr., 15th Fl., Chicago (312) 836-5000

Join Cityscape Bar for their monthly "Brew with a View" beer sampling event. Guests are invited to sample an array of beers while enjoying stunning panoramic views of downtown's River North. All attendees of "Brew with a View" will receive a 20% discount off dinner in ItaliAsia Restaurant after the event. In addition, they can enter to win an ItaliAsia "Tasting Room with a View Party" for 8 people which includes a five-course tasting menu paired with specialty wines. Hosted by The Boston Beer Company, the event will highlight several beers from the Imperial Series Samuel Adams line including: Wee Heavy, Imperial Stout, Imperial White and Double Bock. Patrons can indulge in an assortment of small bites including Hot Wings and Grilled Fresh Veggies with Aged Balsamic. COST: COMPLIMENTARY Reservations Required: cityscape@martplaza.com

6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Goose Island Clybourn tapping
Goose Island Brewpub, 1800 N. Clybourn Ave., Chicago (312) 915-0071
Every Thursday, a new beer brewed at the Clybourn brewpub is tapped.

6:00 - 11:00 p.m. Three Floyds Tasting
The University of Chicago Pub, 1212 E. 59th St., Chicago (773) 702-9737

The University of Chicago Pub will be hosting a Three Floyds tasting. There will be around seven Three Floyds beers on tap, including Zombie Dust, Cortez, Behemoth, and others. $2 at the door or $10 for a year long membership. Come enjoy great beer in an under-the-radar pub.
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