New summer menu items at Chicago French Market vendor Vanille Patisserie

The Bastille Day Celebration at Chicago French Market kicks off tomorrow at 1 p.m.  In addition to the French bubbly and performance by Greta Pope, market vendor Vanille Patisserie will be adding to the fun.  Vanille is introducing two new entremets by Chef Dimitri Fayard , which will be available to enjoy during the celebration. 

The Seyla features Lemon Mousse, red fruit compote and brown butter honey Bisquit wrapped in white chocolate and topped with fresh fruit salsa and baked meringue for $6.85

The Tarte aux Figue features baked Mascarpone cream topped with figs and an almond medley for $5.75

Enjoy them at the market or take a few home!  In addition to offering new menu items, Vanille Patisserie also will have a croquembouche on display and will be sampling mini cream puffs for patrons enjoy.  For more information visit www.frenchmarketchicago.com.

Sip & Shop Wine Series continues with Sip, Shop SAVOR, July 26

Sip, Shop SAVOR is Thursday, July 26.  The second installment of the Westfield Summer Wine Series will get you on track to be the perfect summer hostess.  With grilling season in full swing, participants will learn how to give the best barbeque on the block with cooking demos and decorating tips from industry professionals.  Prizes and giveaways will be provided by participating Westfield retailers. Guests must be 21 and over to enjoy this complimentary event. Space is limited and registration is required.  For more information and to RSVP, visit www.westfield.com/oldorchard.

Fleming's celebrates Summer With Steak & Sangria Prix Fixe Options

With long summer days rolling into warm summer nights, Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar is celebrating summer with a series of Summer Lovin’ Steak & Sangria Prix Fixe dinners that will take guests on a culinary world tour. This summer menu series, offered July 2 through August 26, will introduce a new steak and sangria pairing every two weeks, each featuring an artfully inspired selection of fresh, seasonal ingredients and internationally inspired flavors.


Every Summer Lovin’ Steak & Sangria menu features a summer salad, a uniquely seasoned specialty prime New York Strip Steak with a vibrant topping and a decadent dessert for $39.95*. Each menu also includes a suggested hand-crafted sangria pairing for $7.95*. Guests visiting the bar or patio, will also have an opportunity to enjoy the series of refreshing, seasonal sangrias.

Summer Lovin’ Steak & Sangria menus include:

July 2 through 15

Fresh Summer Greens, sliced strawberries, Danish blue cheese crumbles, candied walnuts and a red wine vinaigrette

Prime New York Strip with Jamaican jerk rub, chimichurri sauce, roasted pineapple salsa and farm-fresh corn salad

Chilled White Chocolate Almond Soufflé with a graham cracker crust and blueberry sauce, drizzled with housemade caramel

Optional Pairing: Silver Sun Sangria - Red Diamond Merlot infused with fresh fruit of the season and topped with Milagro Silver Tequila, a touch of Crème de Cassis, muddled blackberries and fresh lemon juice


July 16 through 29

Baby Spinach Salad with fresh pears, seasoned bacon, crumbled goat cheese, toasted Marcona almonds and a red onion vinaigrette

Prime New York Strip with garlic herb butter and Burrata cheese, Tuscan-style, blistered grape tomatoes and a balsamic glaze drizzle

Mixed Berry Shortcake with Grand Marnier-soaked strawberries and blueberries, pistachio-orange buttermilk shortcake, and Sambuca cream

Optional Pairing: Sangria Sol - Viñedos Terranoble Sauvignon Blanc, Solerno Blood Orange, Stoli Peach Vodka and fresh peaches, honeydew melon, oranges and lemons


July 30 through August 12

Butter Lettuce and Pear Salad with goat cheese, candied walnuts, crispy onions, and a lemon vinaigrette

Prime New York Strip with a sweet and spicy rub, topped with a savory tomato and roasted red pepper butter and chopped marcona almonds, and served with a side of summer zucchini slaw

Fresh Peach Cobbler with a brown sugar oat streusel and topped with vanilla ice cream

Optional Pairing: South Seas Sangria - Viñedos Terranoble Sauvignon Blanc, Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum, and Peach Schnapps with fresh peaches, honeydew melon,
oranges and lemons

August 13 through 26

Beefsteak Tomato & Mozzarella Salad with arugula and a red onion balsamic vinaigrette

Prime New York Strip topped with crispy gorgonzola and served with grilled asparagus, pickled fennel and baby golden beets

Lemon-Poppy Seed Butter Cookies with vanilla ice cream and a warm apple-ginger sauce

Optional Pairing: Sailors Sunset Sangria - Red
Diamond Merlot, Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum and Peach Schnapps, with fresh peaches, oranges and lemons

Offer is available at both Fleming’s Chicago (25 E. Ohio St., Chicago, IL 60611 312-329-9463) and Fleming’s Lincolnshire (960 Milwaukee Ave. Lincolnshire, IL 60069 847-793-0333).  For additional information visit www.flemingssteakhouse.com.

 *Excluding tax and gratuity. Sangrias are sold separately. Fleming’s abides by all local and state liquor laws.

Bastille Day 2012 at Chicago French Market

Chicago French Market is hosting its annual Bastille Day celebration Saturday, July 14 from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.  Grab your favorite French beret and come celebrate the French National Holiday.  Bastille Day is celebrated in honor of the storming of the Bastille on July 14, 1789.  It marked the start of the French Revolution, and ultimately the freedom of the French people with the beginning of a new form of modern government. Chicago French Market is happy to celebrate this day of independence with everyone.

This year, for the third time, the fabulous international entertainer, Greta Pope, will grace the stage performing several French cabaret and English favorites including C'est Si Bon, I Love Paris, and Mambo de Paris among others.  She has delighted audiences around the world with her beautiful voice and musical styling.

Also in honor of Bastille Day, Pastoral will be celebrating with a French inspired pairing; French Cheese & Wine. The Pastoral team will guide you through a free sampling of items from farms, orchards, vineyards and distilleries from France.

Don’t miss out on the festivities!  Come and sip on French bubbly in celebration, catch once in a lifetime performances and browse the market for delicious French delicacies.