Celebrate National Filet Mignon Day at Glen Prairie Friday, August 13

Friday, August 13 is National Filet Mignon Day and to celebrate, chef Daniel Ovanin at Glen Prairie (1250 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn; 630-613-1250) has crafted a menu of weekend specials using ingredients sourced from local farmers to honor the day of the 'cute filet.' Enjoy these specials, offered after 5 p.m. Friday, August 13 and Saturday, August 14.

Start with Heirloom Tomato Flatbread, fresh Mozzarella, garlic, basil and extra virgin olive oil ($7). For the entree, try Stuffed Filet Mignon, Mindoro Blue Cheese-stuffed filet mignon, truffle whipped potatoes and pan roasted carrots ($30).

This weekend's specials use fresh produce from area farms, including heirloom tomatoes from Nichol's Farm in Marengo, Ill., and basil and carrots from Green Acres Farm in North Judson, Ind.

Don't forget to catch chef Daniel Ovanin's cooking demonstration this Saturday, August 14 at the Chicago Botanic Garden's Garden Chef Series. There are two opportunities to watch him prepare (and taste his samples!) of the Heirloom Tomato Flatbread: 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Don't miss it!

For more information on Glen Prairie or to make a reservation, call (630) 613-1250 or visit http://www.glenprairie.com/. Find Glen Prairie on Facebook and Follow Glen Prairie on Twitter.

Celebrate August with a three-course meal and dining deals at Glen Prairie in Glen Ellyn

Three Course Prix Fixe Menu from Glen Prairie
Glen Prairie offers an affordable three course menu for just $20 after 5 p.m. daily during the month of August. Start the meal with the appetizer, the Soup of the Day. For the main course, eat local with Miller Farms BBQ Grilled Chicken, house-made BBQ sauce, mac ‘n’ locally farmed cheese and cassoulet of summer beans. Top it off with a Choice of Daily Sorbet.

National Peach Cobbler Month
In celebration of National Peach Cobbler month, Glen Prairie offers Mini Peach Cobbler for just $2 the whole month.

National Filet Mignon Day August 13
National Filet Mignon Day is Friday, August 13. Indulge in a Filet Special at 5 p.m. August 13 and 14 at Glen Prairie.

National Lemonade Day at Glen Prairie August 20
Refresh with Fresh-Squeeze Lemonade for just $3 during National Lemonade Day on Friday, August 20.

National Whiskey Sour Day
Enjoy a House Whiskey Sour for just $4 after 5 p.m. Wednesday, August 25 in celebration of National Whiskey Sour Day.

About Glen Prairie
Glen Prairie serves contemporary American cuisine, with a strong emphasis on local Midwest flavors and products. Breakfast is served 6 a.m. until 11 a.m. Monday through Friday and 7 a.m. until 11 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. Lunch hours are 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. daily. Dinner is served 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 p.m. until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The lounge remains open one hour later than the restaurant each day. For more details, contact the restaurant at (630) 613-1250 or visit www.glenprairie.com.

Congratulations to Kurman clients featured in Zagat’s 2010/11 Chicago Restaurant Guide

The people have spoken. Kurman clients including Restaurant Michael, Glen Prairie, May Street Market and Act One Café have made the cut for the 2010/11 Zagat Chicago Restaurant Guide.

An extra special congratulations goes to Restaurant Michael, (64 Green Bay Rd., Winnetka; 847-441-3100) for earning several TOP honors from Zagat:

• Listed HIGHEST of ALL for “Worth the trip” with a score of 28.
• Receiving honors for "Business Dining" alongside Topolobampo with another 28. Other top nods for business dining include Les Nomades and Alinea.
• Rated a 28 for “Winning Wine Lists” alongside Arun’s and Topolobampo. Les Nomades and Alinea topped out the list with 29s.
• With a 28 for “Top Food,” Restaurant Michael joins other top restaurants like Arun’s, Topolobampo, Tallgrass and Tru. The highest score of 29 was received only by Les Nomades, Alinea and Schwa.
• Also notable is the “Top Service” rating of 27, the second highest ranking Zagat reviewers dished out. Alinea, Les Nomades, Tru and Vie all received top nods with 28.

“Namesake chef and ‘personality’ Michael Lachowicz is ‘always there, interacting with his guests’ at this Winnetka ‘winner’ where his ‘exceptional,’ ‘delicate and flavorful’ New French fare with ‘spot-on pairings’ is served in an ‘elegant but casual’, ‘conversation-friendly’ room by a staff that ‘works well together’; it’s admittedly ‘pricey’, but ‘worthwhile for celebrating, relaxing or rewarding a good client.’”

The restaurant is open for dinner Tuesday through Thursday 5:30 p.m. -10:30 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 5:30 p.m. -11:30 p.m.; and Sunday 4:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Complimentary parking is available. Valet is available on Friday and Saturday. Major cards accepted. For more information contact Restaurant Michael at (847) 441-3100 or www.restaurantmichael.com. “Like” Restaurant Michael on Facebook or follow on Twitter at @RestoMichael.

Glen Prairie (1250 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn; 630-613-1250), known for its contemporary American cuisine by executive chef Daniel Ovanin, and strong emphasis on local Midwest flavors and products, is also featured in the new Zagat Chicago Restaurant Guide:

"’Surprising for a suburban hotel restaurant’, this ‘green’-minded ‘find’ in the Crowne Plaza Glen Ellyn incorporates ‘fresh selections from local purveyors’ in its ‘reasonably priced’ New American cuisine and offers a ‘modest’, ‘interesting wine list with organic selections’; a ‘knowledgeable staff’ and ‘beautiful’ ‘prairie-style décor’ featured recycled wood and earth tones underscore the ‘sustainable’ scene, even if ‘they’re not reinventing the wheel.’”

At Glen Prairie, breakfast is served 6 a.m. until 11 a.m. Monday through Friday and 7 a.m. until 11 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. Lunch hours are 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. daily. Dinner is served 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 p.m. until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The lounge remains open one hour later than the restaurant each day. For more details, contact the restaurant at (630) 613-1250 or visit www.glenprairie.com. Tweet them at @glenprairie.

Karma (510 E. Route 83, Mundelein; 847-970-6900) features a Zen-laced atmosphere that serves Pan-Asian cuisine under the direction of executive chef Robert Packer. Zagat gave Karma high ratings for Décor with a score of 27 in the company of other top restaurants including Avenues, Alinea, Sixteen, Les Nomades, Tru, Everest and Spiaggia.

“’Surprised’ surveyors swear ‘you’d never guess that this gorgeous’ Asian ‘fine’ dining and ‘awesome cocktails’ amid ‘darkly minimalist’, ‘romantic’ surroundings; it’s a little pricey but ‘has that edge you’re looking for when it’s a special occasion.’”

Karma serves breakfast 6 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. daily. Lunch hours are 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. daily. Dinner is served 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 p.m. until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The lounge stays open one extra hour each night. Karma is located adjacent to the Doubletree Libertyville Mundelein. For reservations, call Karma at (847) 970-6900 or visit www.karmachicago.com. Tweet them at @karmamundelein.

May Street Market (1132 W. Grand Ave., Chicago; 312-421-5547) offers contemporary American created by chef/owner Alex Cheswick.

“’Excellent’, ‘creative’ New American fare comes with a ‘beautiful’, ‘arty presentation’ at this West Loop ‘find’ with ‘fair prices’ and ‘friendly service’; while the ‘understated’ modern chic setting is at times ‘a little loud’, patrons appreciate that ‘you can talk’; P.S. there’s also patio seating and a ‘reasonably priced, interesting wine list.’"

May Street Market is open for dinner 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and closed Sunday. May Street Market welcomes parties and banquets, and also offers its complete menu for carry out. May Street Market offers BYOB every day. For more information or to make a reservation, contact general manager Hamid Benna at (312) 421-5547 or visit www.maystreetmarket.com.

Act One Café (1330 W. Morse Ave., Chicago; 773-381-4550) recently opened in Rogers Park. Zagat gave a shout to the new digs in the guide’s introduction:

• “Rogers Park will welcome American cuisine from Act One Café”

Act One Café is open for dinner from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. The bar is open until 10 p.m. weekdays and until Midnight Friday and Saturday. Brunch is served from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. For more information, or to make a reservation, call (773) 381-4550 or visit www.actonecafe.com.

Congratulations to all Kurman Clients for their placements in Zagat’s Chicago Restaurant Guide for 2010/11. Pick up the new Zagat at local retailers or visit www.zagat.com.

Enjoy weekend specials created by Chef Daniel Ovanin at Glen Prairie in Glen Ellyn

Savor the taste of farm fresh weekend specials that use locally-sourced ingredients. Try what Glen Prairie (1250 Roosevelt Rd. Glen Ellyn; 630-613-1250) has to offer after 5 p.m., Friday, July 16 and Saturday, July 17.

Begin with a House-Made White Flatbread with fresh mozzarella, olive oil, garlic and fresh basil ($7). For the main course, try Becker Lane Pork Chop with smashed red potatoes and fresh green tomatoes ($17).

This week’s produce, green tomatoes and baby red potatoes, are from Timis Farm Stand in Lynwood, Illinois. The weekend specials are offered in addition to the regular menu.

About Glen Prairie
Glen Prairie serves contemporary American cuisine, with a strong emphasis on local Midwest flavors and products. Breakfast is served 6 a.m. until 11 a.m. Monday through Friday and 7 a.m. until 11 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. Lunch hours are 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. daily. Dinner is served 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 p.m. until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The lounge remains open one hour later than the restaurant each day. For more details, contact the restaurant at (630) 613-1250 or visit www.glenprairie.com.

Make a reservation for the whole family today. Call (630) 613-1250 or visit http://www.glenprairie.com/. Tweet with Glen Prairie: @GlenPrairie

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Celebrate Father's Day at Glen Prairie in Glen Ellyn

Give Dad a hearty meal this Father's Day, Sunday, June 20, at Glen Prairie (1250 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn; 630-613-1250). Executive chef Daniel Ovanin offers two special dishes to please any Dad, in addition to the restaurant's regular menu of locally-sourced fare.

If Dad's a meat lover, try Grilled Marinated Skirt Steak, garlic whipped Yukon Gold potatoes and charret market onions ($18). Is Dad a fan of seafood? Order Pan-Seared Wild Caught Sockeye Salmon, pommes anna, fresh artichokes and organic leek vinaigrette ($21).

Make a reservation for the whole family today. Call (630) 613-1250 or visit http://www.glenprairie.com/. Tweet with Glen Prairie: @GlenPrairie

June Dining Deals from Glen Prairie in Glen Ellyn

Three Courses for $20 at Glen Prairie in Glen Ellyn
Save money on a three-course prix fixe meal throughout the month of June, offered after 5 p.m. daily at Glen Prairie (1250 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn; 630-613-1250).

For starters, enjoy a Farmers Salad with baby greens, green onions, fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, radish and champagne-cider vinaigrette. For an entrée, dig into Miller Farms BBQ Grilled Chicken with house made BBQ sauce, mac “n” locally-farmed cheese and cassoulet of summer beans. For dessert, try the Choice of Daily Sorbet. The price of the Prix Fixe meal is $20 per person. The Prix Fixe menu is offered in addition to the regular menu and will not be offered on Sunday, June 20.

Half Priced Tea During National Iced Tea Month
In celebration of National Iced Tea Month, Glen Prairie offers half-priced iced teas during the entire month of June.

Complimentary Dessert During National Strawberry Shortcake Day
Enjoy a sweet treat on National Strawberry Shortcake Day, Monday, June 14, when Glen Prairie gives away a complimentary Strawberry Shortcake dessert with the purchase of any entrée throughout the entire day.

Special Dessert During National Peaches and Cream Day
On National Peaches and Cream Day, Monday, June 21, Glen Prairie offers a special Peaches and Cream dessert for just $4.

About Glen Prairie
Glen Prairie serves contemporary American cuisine, with a strong emphasis on local Midwest flavors and products. Breakfast is served 6 a.m. until 11 a.m. Monday through Friday and 7 a.m. until 11 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. Lunch hours are 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. daily. Dinner is served 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 p.m. until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The lounge remains open one hour later than the restaurant each day. For more details, contact the restaurant at (630) 613-1250 or visit www.glenprairie.com.

Yelp Eats Promo Offering $25 Dining Deals June 21-27 at 33 Chicago Area Restaurants

Yelp.com, the website that connects people with great local businesses, presents Yelp Eats, June 21-27, a week-long promotion dedicated to giving consumers the chance to try local restaurants at discounted prices.

Prix fixe dinner menus are being offered at 33 restaurants throughout Chicagoland for $25. 

Restaurants participating in the promotion include:

Chicago

1492 Tapas Bar, River North 
Bin Wine Cafe, Wicker Park
Bin 36, Near North Side
Blue 13, River North
Branch 27, Noble Square
Broadway Cellars, Edgewater
Corner 41, North Center
Duchamp, Bucktown
Eve, Gold Coast
Fontana Grill, Uptown
Green Zebra, Noble Square
Kinzie Chop House, River North
La Madia, Near North Side
LM Le Restaurant, Lincoln Square
LOKal, Wicker Park
Nacional 27, River North
Sapori, Lincoln Park
Scoozi, River North
Spring, Wicker Park
State & Lake, The Loop
Thalia Spice, River West
The Drawing Room, Gold Coast
Treat, Humboldt Park

Chicago Suburbs

Birch River Grill, Arlington Heights
Bluegrass, Highland Park
Glen Prairie, Glen Ellyn
Kama Bistro, La Grange
Karma Asian Food & Wine, Mundelein
Marion Street Cheese Market, Oak Park
Meson Sabika, Naperville
Oceanique, Evanston
The Stained Glass, Evanston
Vie, Western Springs
Zak's Place, Hinsdale

These special menus are open to the public. Reservations should be made in advance by calling the business and mentioning Yelp Eats. For more information about the special menus, visit www.yelp.com/events/chicago-yelp-eats-3.

Welcome summer specials this June at Glen Prairie

Save money on a three-course meal throughout the month of June. Check out the June Prix Fixe menu offered after 5 p.m. daily at Glen Prairie (1250 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn; 630-613-1250).

For starters, enjoy a Farmers Salad with baby greens, green onions, fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, radish and champagne-cider vinaigrette. For an entrée, dig into Miller Farms BBQ Grilled Chicken with house made BBQ sauce, mac “n” locally-farmed cheese and cassoulet of summer beans. For dessert, try the Choice of Daily Sorbet. The price of the Prix Fixe meal is $20 per person. The Prix Fixe menu is offered in addition to the regular menu and will not be offered on Sunday, June 20.

Glen Prairie serves contemporary American cuisine, with a strong emphasis on local Midwest flavors and products. Breakfast is served 6 a.m. – 11 a.m. Monday through Friday and 7 a.m. - 11 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. Lunch is offered 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily. Dinner is served 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 p.m. – 11 p.m. Friday through Saturday. The lounge stays open one hour later than the restaurant daily.

For more information, please visit www.glenprairie.com or call (630) 613-1250. Follow Glen Prairie on Twitter at @glenprairie.

Satisfy that stomach with Glen Prairie’s weekend specials

Hungry for local flavor? Try new dishes after 5 p.m. Friday, June 4 and Saturday, June 5 with weekend dinner specials created by Executive Chef Daniel Ovanin at Glen Prairie (1250 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn; 630-613-1250). These specials are offered in addition to the regular menu.

As an appetizer, try House Smoked Salmon Crostini with chive crème fraiche, pickled red onion, cucumbers, radish, baby greens and grilled sourdough ($8). Taste the Grilled Iowa Farmed Shirt Steak with pan roasted fingerling potatoes, grilled radicchio and bread crumb salsa ($22).

Glen Prairie serves contemporary American cuisine, with a strong emphasis on local Midwest flavors and products. Breakfast is served 6 a.m. – 11 a.m. Monday through Friday and 7 a.m. - 11 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. Lunch is offered 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily. Dinner is served 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 p.m. – 11 p.m. Friday through Saturday. The lounge stays open one hour later than the restaurant daily.

For more information, please visit www.glenprairie.com or call (630) 613-1250. Follow Glen Prairie on Twitter at @glenprairie.

Visit Glen Prairie for seasonal specials Memorial Day weekend

Still looking for something to do this holiday weekend? Satisfy that hungry stomach with weekend specials made by Chef Daniel Ovanin after 5 p.m. Friday, May 28 and Saturday, May 29 at Glen Prairie (1250 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn; 630-613-1250).

For starters, enjoy Seared Sea Scallops with toasted quinoa, citrus aioli and bell pepper garnish ($9). The dinner entrée is Becker Lane Organic Seared Pork Chop with toasted almond-tomato jam and Yukon Gold whipped potatoes ($21). All dishes feature ingredients sourced from area farmers and ranchers. Glen Prairie offers these specials in addition to the regular menu.

Glen Prairie serves contemporary American cuisine, with a strong emphasis on local Midwest flavors and products. Breakfast is served 6 a.m. – 11 a.m. Monday through Friday and 7 a.m. - 11 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. Lunch is offered 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily. Dinner is served 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 p.m. – 11 p.m. Friday through Saturday. The lounge stays open one hour later than the restaurant daily.

For more information, visit www.glenprairie.com or call (630) 613-1250. Follow Glen Prairie on Twitter at @glenprairie.

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Dine with a discount this weekend at Glen Prairie

Still making weekend plans? Taste Chef Daniel Ovanin's farm-fresh weekend specials after 5 p.m. Friday, May 21 and Saturday, May 22 at Glen Prairie (1250 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn; 630-613-1250).
Enjoy Petite Iowa Farmed Strip Steak, slow roasted with wild mushrooms, potato fondant and lemon butter broccoli ($24) or Miller Farms Pan Roasted Chicken with white wine braised dates with spiced spring onions and toasted Israeli couscous. For dessert, dive into the Buttermilk Pie with Michigan strawberries, rhubarb, flaky crust and pistachios. These specials are offered in addition to the regular menu.

About Glen Prairie
Glen Prairie serves contemporary American cuisine, with a strong emphasis on local Midwest flavors and products. Breakfast is served 6 a.m. until 11 a.m. Monday through Friday and 7 a.m. until 11 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. Lunch hours are 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. daily. Dinner is served 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 p.m. until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The lounge remains open one hour later than the restaurant each day.

For more information, please visit www.glenprairie.com or follow them on Twitter at @glenprairie.

Come to Glen Prairie and enjoy the May Prix Fixe Menu

Indulge in the May Prix Fixe Menu Monday through Friday after 5 p.m. from now until May 31 at Glen Prairie (1250 Roosevelt Rd. Glen Ellyn; 630-613-1250). The Prix Fixe menu is offered in addition to the regular menu and will not be available on May 9. The Prix Fixe menu is $20 per person and includes the Soup of the Day for starters, followed by Spinach and Wild Mushroom Ravioli with roasted organic baby eggplant and tomato sauce and Pepato cheese. For dessert, enjoy a choice of the Daily Sorbet.

About Glen Prairie
Glen Prairie serves contemporary American cuisine, with a strong emphasis on local Midwest flavors and products. Breakfast is served 6 a.m. until 11 a.m. Monday through Friday and 7 a.m. until 11 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. Lunch hours are 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. daily. Dinner is served 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 p.m. until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The lounge remains open one hour later than the restaurant each day.

For reservations call (630) 613-1250 or visit www.glenprairie.com. Follow them on Twitter at @glenprairie.

Glen Prairie Launches New Spring Menu Today

Welcome the arrival of spring with new menus featuring seasonal ingredients from executive chef Daniel Ovanin, launching Monday, May 3 for lunch and dinner at Glen Prairie (1250 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn, Ill; 630-613-1250).

Featured lunch appetizers include Daily Selection of Local Cheeses with crostini and cranberry relish ($9) and Buttermilk Fried, Herb Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms, horseradish sauce and garlic chile sauce ($7). Try a variety of salads including Radicchio and Butter Lettuce Salad, shaved red onion, Stickney Hill Farm goat cheese mousse and truffle balsamic vinaigrette ($7) and Prairie Cobb Salad, Amish chicken, Romaine, Nueske’s Applewood Smoked Bacon, fresh tomatoes, red onion, farm fresh eggs, avocado, Mindoro bleu cheese and champagne-cider vinaigrette ($12).

Entrees include Express Lunch, a choice of ½ sandwich of the day, soup of the day, field greens or Caesar salad (choice of two is $7; choice of three is $9), Farm Fresh BLT, Nueske’s Applewood Smoked Bacon, crisp market greens, fresh tomatoes and toasted challah bread ($8), Miller Farms BBQ Grilled Chicken, housemade bbq sauce, mac ‘n’ locally farmed cheese and market three bean salad ($20).

For dinner, enjoy starters including Pasture Fed Lamb Chops, buckwheat blini and apple and cherry root salad ($11); La Quercia Organic Prosciutto Plate, grilled sourdough, olive tapenade and olive oil ($9); and Becker Lane Organic Pork Sliders, horseradish root coleslaw and housemade bbq sauce ($8). Try new salads like the seasonal Local Farmed Asparagus, prosciutto, wild mushrooms, truffle baslsamic vinaigrette and Pepato cheese ($8).

Dinner entrees include Pan Seared Wild Caught Sea Scallops, sweet pea and Nueske’s Bacon Risotto and organic carrots ($24), Wild Caught Alaskan Halibut, caramelized cauliflower and sautéed organic spinach ($23) and Grilled Dakota Farmed Bison Ribeye, celery root whipped potatoes and grilled asparagus ($34).

For customers with dining restrictions, ask servers about gluten-free menu items. For reservations or more information, call (630) 613-1250 or visit www.glenprairie.com. Follow them on Twitter at @glenprairie.

Indulge this Weekend with Fresh Farm Specials at Glen Prairie

Enjoy specials featuring ingredients sourced from area farmers and ranchers after 5 p.m., Friday, April 30 and Saturday, May 1 at Glen Prairie (1250 Roosevelt Rd. Glen Ellyn; 630-613-1250).

Executive Chef, Daniel Ovanin, offers an appetizer of Pinn Oak Farms Lamb Chops, buckwheat blini, apple and celery root salad ($11). The entrée specials include Wild Caught Alaskan Halibut, caramelized cauliflower and sautéed organic spinach ($23); or Spinach and Wild Mushroom Ravioli, roasted organic baby eggplant and tomato sauce, pepato cheese ($14).

Glen Prairie offers a delicious touch of local flavor with its bold, natural and locally grown fare. In a setting of natural stone, hardwood floors, Earth tone colors, intimate spaces and communal seating, Glen Prairie offers casual sophistication in a warm and comfortable atmosphere. In response to the needs of the community and environment, it is also the focus of Glen Prairie to promote regional vendors, sustainable products and earth-friendly practices.

To make reservations, call (630) 613-1250 or visit www.glenprairie.com or tweet them at @glenprairie.

Mother's Day Brunch Specials in Chicago

Mother's Day is approaching fast. Want to give Mom the best Mother's Day she could ever ask for? Take her to one of the following restaurant brunches to enjoy food, fun and of course Mom.

BIRCH RIVER GRILL
75 W. Algonquin Rd., Arlington Heights, Ill.
(847) 427-4242
www.birchrivergrill.com
@birchrivergrill

Mother’s Day at Birch River Grill
Bring the family to Birch River Grill for Mother’s Day Brunch, offered 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Sunday, May 9. Enjoy a feast including Seafood Station, whole smoked King Salmon, whole smoked trout and peel and eat cocktail shrimp; Continental Station, bakery fresh bread, muffins, croissants, Danish, mini bagels, fresh fruit and berries; Made to Order Station, eggs, omelets, waffles, fresh Belgium waffles with strawberry coulis and cinnamon whipped butter, sage country sausage links and peppered bacon, and red skinned breakfast potatoes with caramelized onions and peppers; Carving Station, sirloin of beef and roasted turkey breast; Hot Buffet, fire roasted rainbow trout with wild rice pilaf and citrus butter, pan seared breast of chicken picatta, cheddar cheese au gratin potatoes, pasta with asparagus and sun dried tomatoes, and Tuscan green beans with roasted peppers; Salad Station, mixed field greens with Mandarin oranges and citrus dressing, baby hearts of Romaine with anchovy Parmesan dressing, red skin potato salad with charred red onions and scallions, and tri-color pasta salad with white wine vinaigrette; Kidz Buffet, peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, mac and cheese, pizza sticks, French toast sticks and fruit cups; and Desserts, assorted mini French pastries, mini fruit tarts, Birch River Grill’s signature carrot cake, cakes and tortes.

Adults can indulge in the Birch River Grill Bloody Mary Bar, served with Smirnoff Vodka, flavored bloody mary mixers, assorted stuffed olives, cubed cheeses, fresh asparagus spears, green beans, cocktail onions, Serrano and jalapeño chiles, celery sticks, carrot sticks, cured salami, sport peppers, fresh limes and grated horseradish. Each drink is an additional $6.95. The brunch is $31.95 for adults, $13.95 for children 10 and under and children under four are complimentary. To make a reservation, call (847) 427-4242 or visit www.birchrivergrill.com.

About Birch River Grill
Birch River Grill serves rustic American gourmet comfort food. Breakfast is served 6 a.m. until 11 a.m. Monday through Friday, and 7 a.m. until 11 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. Lunch is served 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Monday through Sunday, with only the lounge menu available from 3 p.m. until 5 p.m. Dinner hours are 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and Sunday, and 5 p.m. until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, with the lounge open one hour later daily. All major credit cards are accepted. Complimentary parking is available. For reservations or more information, please contact Birch River Grill at (847) 427-4242 or visit www.birchrivergrill.com.

DINE
733 W. Madison St., Chicago, Ill.
(312) 602-2100
www.dinerestaurant.com


Mother’s Day at Dine
Celebrate Mother’s Day at Dine with a brunch buffet offered 9:30 a.m. until 3 p.m. Sunday, May 9. Enjoy the Carving Station, smoked bone-in ham, oven roasted turkey and beef tenderloin; Build Your Own Omelets, select from a variety of fresh ingredients; Breakfast Selections, scrambled eggs, peppered bacon and sausage links, biscuits and gravy, waffles with maple syrup, smoked salmon and fresh fruit and berries; lunch entrees, stuffed chicken marsala, poached salmon, beef stir-fry, rosemary roasted potatoes and sautéed green beans and carrots; Build Your Own Pasta, featuring a selection of homemade sauce with fresh meats and vegetables; Assorted Seafood, including shrimp, oysters, clams and mussels; Kids Station, macaroni and cheese, chicken tenders, cheese pizza and creamed corn; and Assorted Gourmet Desserts, petit fours, cookies, brownies, pies and cakes.

Mother’s Day brunch at Dine is $39 for adults, $15 for children 12 and under and complimentary for children five and under. For reservations, call (312) 602-2100.

About Dine
Dine, the west loop’s 1940’s inspired retro supper club and martini bar, serves American classics revived with a contemporary flair. Dine is open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The martini lounge hours are noon to 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and noon to midnight Friday and Saturday. For more information, call (312) 602-2100 or visit www.dinerestaurant.com.

GLEN PRAIRIE
1250 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn, Ill.
(630) 613-1250
www.glenprairie.com
@glenprairie

Mother’s Day Brunch at Glen Prairie
Celebrate Mom with Glen Prairie’s special Mother’s Day Brunch, offered 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. May 9 in place of the restaurant’s regular menu. The buffet features a variety of stations to please all palates, including Mom’s. Try the Salad Station with Grilled Vegetable Salad with herb and balsamic glaze, Prairie Salad or Spinach and Berry Salad. The Bakery Station offers assorted house baked breakfast pastries, artisan rolls and maple thyme butter. Enjoy Omelets Made to Order, and try the Farm Fresh Buffet, including Broiled Tilapia with lemon butter sauce, Rustic Skillet Potatoes, Scrambled Eggs with chives and aged cheddar, Applewood Smoked Bacon and Maple Sausage. Indulge in the Chefs Station featuring Honey and Sage Roasted Turkey Breast with cranberry citrus relish, and Herb Roasted Iowa Farmed Beef Sirloin with marchan de vin. Kids will enjoy Kids Corner, offering French Toast Sticks, Amish Chicken Nuggets, Pasta with Marinara Sauce, French Bread Pizzas and Fruit Cup. For dessert, indulge in the Sweet Table, an array of assorted cakes, pies and mini pastries. Adults can enjoy the Bloody Mary Bar. Brunch is $29 for adults, $12 for kids ages 5-12 and complimentary for kids four and under.

About Glen Prairie
Glen Prairie serves contemporary American cuisine, with a strong emphasis on local Midwest flavors and products. Breakfast is served 6 a.m. until 11 a.m. Monday through Friday and 7 a.m. until 11 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. Lunch hours are 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. daily. Dinner is served 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 p.m. until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The lounge remains open one hour later than the restaurant each day. For more details, contact the restaurant at (630) 613-1250 or visit www.glenprairie.com

KARMA
510 E. Route 83, Mundelein, Ill.
(847) 970-6900
www.karmachicago.com
@KarmaMundelein

Mother’s Day at Karma
Enjoy a Mother’s Day buffet at Karma, offered 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sunday, May 9. Indulge in the Salad Station, pesto pasta salad, roasted potato salad, grilled vegetable salad, mixed garden greens with dressings, and imported and domestic cheese with artisan breads; Seafood, citrus poached King Salmon, peel and eat shrimp with a plum tomato and horseradish sauce and Creole seafood salad; Omelet Station; Hot Food, scrambled eggs with chives, pepper cured bacon, breakfast potatoes, vanilla French toast and syrup; cheese blintzes with fruit compote, chipotle crème roasted chicken, Asian BBQ seared salmon with braised Bok Choy, spinach and mushrooms, and mustard crusted roast pork loin with Granny Smith Apple demi glace with cornbread stuffing, green beans with roasted red peppers and herb roasted red peppers; Carving Station, with herb and garlic crusted roast beef, oak roasted turkey breast and assorted dinner rolls; and Dessert, assorted mini French pastries and bakery-fresh tortes and pies. Karma’s Mother’s Day brunch is $27.95 for adults, $12.95 for kids and complimentary for children under five. For reservations, call (847) 970-6900.

About Karma
Karma is a sophisticated restaurant with a zen-laced atmosphere that serves Pan-Asian cuisine. Breakfast is served 6 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. daily. Lunch hours are 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. daily. Dinner is served 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 p.m. until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The lounge stays open one extra hour each night. Karma is located adjacent to the Crowne Plaza Chicago North Shore at 510 East Route 83, Mundelein, Ill. 60060. For reservations, call Karma at (847) 970-6900 or visit www.karmachicago.com.

Local, Farm-Fresh Specials This Weekend from Glen Prairie

Eat local with this weekend's farm-fresh specials at Glen Ellyn restaurant Glen Prairie (1250 Roosevelt Rd.; 630-613-1250). Offered in addition to Glen Prairie's regular menu after 5 p.m. Friday, April 16 and Saturday, April 17, these deals feature ingredients sourced from area farmers and ranchers.

The two specials include: Market Vegetable Risotto, caramelized cauliflower, asparagus tips, sweet peas and fresh basil ($15) and Pinn Oak Farm Double Cut Lamb Chop, cassoulet of summer beans and whipped potatoes ($24).

To make a reservation, call (63) 613-1250 or visit http://www.glenprairie.com/.

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Glen Prairie
1250 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn, Ill.
(630) 613-1250
http://www.glenprairie.com/

@glenprairie

Glen Prairie Offers an Easter Sunday Brunch

From 10 a.m.-3 p.m on Sunday, April 4., Glen Prairie offers an Easter Brunch that presents a variety of food for the whole family. The brunch features a Salad Station with Prairie Salad, Potato Salad, Asparagus Salad with balsamic fig dressing and a Seasonal Fruit Salad with yogurt dip.

The Bakery Station features an assortment of bakery goods such as House-Baked Breakfast Pastries, Artisan Rolls, Maple Thyme Butter, and Omelets Made To Order. The Farm Fresh Buffet offers Rustic Skillet Potatoes, Scrambled Eggs with chives and aged cheddar, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Maple Sausage, and Herb Roasted Salmon. The Chef’s Station features Maple Glazed Ham with whole grain mustard sauce and Herb Roasted Iowa Farmed Beef Sirloin with horseradish sauce.

The brunch presents a Kid’s Corner Station that serves Blueberry Stuffed Pancakes, Chicken Nuggets, Mac N Cheese, Go-Gurt and Fruit Cups. Also make sure to leave room for the sweets table. It will feature Assorted Cakes and Pies along with Cookies and Brownies. The cost is $29.00, kids 5-12 are $12.00 and kids under 4 are complimentary. The brunch menu replaces the regular menu for the day.

About Glen Prairie
Glen Prairie serves contemporary American cuisine, with a strong emphasis on local Midwest flavors and products. Breakfast is served 6 a.m. until 11 a.m. Monday through Friday and 7 a.m. until 11 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. Lunch hours are 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. daily. Dinner is served 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 p.m. until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The lounge remains open one hour later than the restaurant each day. For more details, contact the restaurant at (630) 613-1250 or visit http://www.glenprairie.com/.

Karma
510 E. Route 83, Mundelein, Ill.
(847) 970-6900
http://www.karmachicago.com/
@KarmaMundelein

Easter Sunday Brunch Buffet at Karma April 4

Make your Easter Brunch plans at Karma (510 E. Route 83, Mundelein, Ill.; 847-970-6900) which offers a special brunch buffet with many options. Bring the family in Sunday, April 4 between 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. and enjoy Chef Robert Packer’s menu. Choices include: Bow Tie Pasta Salad, Crème Fraiche Potato Salad, Grilled Vegetable Salad, Mixed Garden Greens with Dressings, Imported and Domestic Cheeses with Artisan Breads. Seafood options include: Citrus Poached King Salmon, Peel and Eat Shrimp with a Plum Tomato and Horseradish Sauce, and Creole Seafood Salad. Hot food options consist of: Scrambled Eggs with Chives, Pepper Cured Bacon, Country Sausage Links, Breakfast Potatoes, Buttermilk Pancakes, Cheese Blintzes with Fruit Compote, Grecian Style Roast Chicken, Seared Salmon atop Braised Napa Cabbage with Tomato Concasse, Mustard Crusted Roast Pork Loin with Cranberry Demi Glace, Green Beans with Roasted Red Peppers, and Oven Browned Potatoes with Charred Shallots. The Carving Station features Herb and Garlic Crusted Prime Rib and Oak Roasted Pit Ham. Also available is an Omelet Station. Desserts offered are Assorted Mini French Pastries and Bakery Fresh Tortes and Pies. The cost for adults is $26.95, kids are $12.95 and kids under 5 eat for free.

About Karma
Karma is a sophisticated restaurant with a zen-laced atmosphere that serves Pan-Asian cuisine. Breakfast is served 6 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. daily. Lunch hours are 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. daily. Dinner is served 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 p.m. until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The lounge stays open one extra hour each night. Karma is located adjacent to the Crowne Plaza Chicago North Shore at 510 East Route 83, Mundelein, Ill. 60060. For reservations, call Karma at (847) 970-6900 or visit http://www.karmachicago.com/.

Birch River Grill
75 W. Algonquin Rd., Arlington Heights, Ill.
(847) 427-4242
http://www.birchrivergrill.com/
@birchrivergrill

Easter Brunch Buffet at Birch River Grill

Looking to try out a new place for Easter Brunch this year? Bring the family to Birch River Grill (75 W. Algonquin Rd., Arlington Heights, Ill.; 847-427-4242) for its Easter Brunch Buffet, served from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Sunday, April 4 with a wide variety of stations. The Seafood Station includes Whole Smoked King Salmon, Whole Smoked Trout and Peel and Eat Cocktail Shrimp. The Salad Station features Mixed Greens with Goat Cheese, Pecans and Lemon Herb Dressing, Baby Hearts of Romaine with Anchovy Parmesan Dressing, and Orzo Primavera Salad with Spring Artichokes and Kalamata Olives. The Continental Station offers Bakery Fresh Breads, Muffins, Croissants, Danish, Mini Bagels, and Fresh Fruit and Berries. The Eggs, Omelets and Waffles Made to Order Station includes Eggs and Omelets Made to Order, Fresh Belgium Waffles with Strawberry Coulis and Cinnamon Whipped Butter, Sage Country Sausage Links, Peppered Bacon, and Red Skinned Breakfast Potatoes with Caramelized onions and peppers. The Carving Station features Sirloin of Beef with Red Wine Demi Glaze, and Maple Roasted Breast of Turkey with Honey Mustard sauce. The Hot Buffet offers Fire Roasted Rainbow Trout with Wild Rice Pilaf and Citrus Butter, Pan Seared Breast of Chicken with Wild Mushroom Marsala, Three Cheese Au Gratin Potatoes, Fusilli Pasta with Asparagus and Sun Dried Tomato, and Spring Vegetable Melange.

Save room for dessert, Assorted Mini French Pastries, Mini Fruit Tarts, BRG Carrot Cake, and Cakes and Tortes are featured. The cost is $30.95 for adults, $12.95 for kids 10 and under, and kids under 4 eat for free.

About Birch River Grill
Birch River Grill serves rustic American gourmet comfort food. Breakfast is served 6 a.m. until 11 a.m. Monday through Friday, and 7 a.m. until 11 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. Lunch is served 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Monday through Sunday, with only the lounge menu available from 3 p.m. until 5 p.m. Dinner hours are 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and Sunday, and 5 p.m. until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, with the lounge open one hour later daily. All major credit cards are accepted. Complimentary parking is available. For reservations or more information, please contact Birch River Grill at (847) 427-4242 or visit http://www.birchrivergrill.com/.

Dine
733 W. Madison St., Chicago, Ill.
(312) 602-2100
http://www.dinerestaurant.com/
@dinerestaurant

Celebrate Easter Sunday at Dine

It’s not too early to schedule your Easter Brunch reservations. Bring the family to Dine (733 W. Madison St., Chicago, Ill.; 312-602-2100) Sunday, April 4 for an extensive brunch buffet offered 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. The buffet features a variety of stations including: Build Your Own Omelets, Breakfast Selections, Waffle Station, Lunch Entrees, Carving Station, Pasta Selections, Assorted Seafood, Assorted Gourmet Desserts and a Kid’s Station.The cost is $39 for adults, $15 for children 12 and under, and free for children 5 and under.

About Dine
Dine, the west loop’s 1940’s inspired retro supper club and martini bar, serves American classics revived with a contemporary flair. Dine is open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The martini lounge hours are noon to 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and noon to midnight Friday and Saturday. For more information, call (312) 602-2100 or visit http://www.dinerestaurant.com/.

Glen Prairie Weekend Specials, March 12-13

Come in after 5 p.m. this weekend, March 12 -13, to Glen Prairie (1250 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn, Ill.; 630-613-1250) for farm-fresh specials from Chef Daniel Ovanin. Dishes featured include a starter, La Quercia Organic Prosciutto Plate with grilled sourdough, olive tapenade and olive oil for $9; entrees include Wild Caught Alaskan Halibut served with caramelized cauliflower, sautéed organic spinach and crispy potatoes for $23, and Grilled Becker Lane Organic Pork Chop paired with charred market onions, confit fingerling potatoes and natural jus for $20.

About Glen Prairie
Glen Prairie serves contemporary American cuisine, with a strong emphasis on local Midwest flavors and products. Breakfast is served 6 a.m. until 11 a.m. Monday through Friday and 7 a.m. until 11 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. Lunch hours are 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. daily. Dinner is served 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 p.m. until 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The lounge remains open one hour later than the restaurant each day.

For more information or for reservations call (630) 613-1250 or visit www.glenprairie.com. Follow Glen Prairie on Twitter @glenprairie.

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates Featured at Glen Prairie’s Wine Dinner

Glen Prairie (1250 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn; 630-613-1250) hosts its first wine dinner of 2010 at 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 23. Enjoy a five course dinner prepared by Chef Daniel Ovanin and learn about the five different wines accompanying the meal from Ste. Michelle Wine Estates.

The evening begins with a reception featuring Eroica Riesling served with Red Curry Striped Bass with bell pepper garnish, green onions and lemongrass. Dinner includes H3 Chardonnary paired with Creamy Celery Root Soup with smoked fennel, apple and smoked paprika; Snoqualmie Syrah along side Wild Mushroom and Poached Quail Egg Benedict with brioche toast, pepato cheese and herbs; Northstar Merlot with Northstar Braised Beef Short Rib, petite mirepoix, potato fondant and natural juice. Dessert features Snoqualmie Riesling paired with Strawberry Shortcake, macerated strawberries, housemade shortcake and fresh cream.

Seating is limited and reservations are required. Call (630) 613-1250 or visit www.glenprairie.com to make a reservation. Follow Glen Prairie on Twitter @glenprairie.

Three Courses for $20 at Glen Prairie in March

This March, available after 5 p.m. daily, Glen Prairie (1250 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn; 630-613-1250) offers a special Prix Fixe Menu with a three-course meal featuring appetizer, choice of entrée and dessert for $20 a person.

A fresh Farmers Salad starts the meal with baby greens, green onions, fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, shaved vegetables and Champagne-cider vinaigrette. The two options for dinner include Maple Leaf Farms Duck Leg Confit with white bean cassoulet, smoked sausage and maple gastrique, or Signature Meatloaf with whipped potatoes, carrots, green beans and mushroom gravy. Finish the meal with your choice of Daily Sorbet.

No other offers, discounts, or coupons may be used in conjunction with this special menu. No substitutions are permitted on this menu. Not offered on March 23.

To make a reservation call (630) 613-1250 or visit http://glenprairie.webs.com/. Follow Glen Prairie on Twitter at @glenprairie.