Get ready to take on the 2014 River North Challenge June 24

Let the games begin! Competitors are eagerly forming teams to compete in the 5^th Annual River North Challenge hosted by the River North Business Association June 24. Teams will spend a memorable evening adventuring through River North hotels, partaking in mental and physical challenges. Each check point presents a new challenge, when accomplished earning competitors “challenge points” towards a grand prize as well as a stamp on their “passport”. A team’s overall point sum, completed passport and the accuracy of their challenge answers will ultimately determine this year’s River North Challenge winner!

The locations along the River North Challenge will keep you fueled for success. This event, which delivers in the fun and games department, is accompanied by complimentary food and beverages at River North’s favorite destinations -- Challenge Stops.

Each Challenge Stop presents teams with the choice of an active challenge, mental challenge or both to gain maximum points. Upon completion of each challenge the team will be provided with the location of their next challenge.  Bonus Checkpoints along the journey will provide competitors with additional opportunities to increase point totals.

Start getting your team together because you won’t want to miss out on these prizes. The winning team will take home a tremendous prize package from the Businesses of River North. All event participants also will be entered in a Door Prize Drawing to further their chances of taking home great prizes such as gift certificates from restaurants, bars, hotels and spa packages.

Teams are encouraged to wear costumes and uniforms, or design their look around a team theme. Go big or go home, because the teams with the most creative attire will win big!

Upon completion of the challenge, enjoy the River North Challenge After Party at Cantina Laredo. While waiting for the Challenge winners to be announced, competitors can relax with food and beverages.

Register as a team of four for $150 or purchase a Single ticket for $40 and be placed on a team. Food and beverage will also be provided at each major hotel stop.

Registration takes place at the Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza beginning at 5:30 pm. The Challenge takes place from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and is followed by the after party at the Cantina Laredo at 8:30 p.m. June 24.

River North Challenge is presented Comcast Business Services and brought to you by the River North Business Association. Registration Sponsor is  Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza and After Party Sponsor is Cantina Laredo. Hotels involved in the event include Aloft City Center, Residence Inn, Springhill Suites, Fairfield Inn and Suites, Hampton Inn and Suites, Homewood Suites and Hyatt Place.

For questions call the River North Business Associations at 312-645-1047.

River North Business Association represents more than 325 businesses in the area bounded by the Chicago River to the south and west, Division on the north and Wabash on the east. The area boasts the highest concentration of restaurants and entertainment venues and is Chicago’s most exciting neighborhood to live, work, shop, dine and play. For more information, visit www.rivernorthassociation.com.

Zeppoles now available at DiSotto Enoteca

DiSotto Enoteca (200 E. Chestnut St., Chicago, IL 60611; 312-482-8727) is now offering zeppoles. These light and doughy Italian doughnuts are similar to beignets, but they are also filled with chocolate. Zeppoles come six to a basket, which customers can purchase for $8.00. Zeppoles are a traditional part of the Sicilian St. Joseph's Day celebration on March 19 and are sometimes called St. Joseph's Day cakes. Whether or not you're celebrating St. Joseph's Day today, stop by DiSotto Enoteca for their delicious zeppoles!

Buglioni Wine Dinner at Francesca's Restaurants

This month, several Francesca’s restaurants present wine dinners featuring the Italian wines of Buglioni Vineyards. Tickets are $65 per person, excluding tax and gratuity. Reservations are required.

March 1, 7 p.m. – Francesca’s at the Promenade (641 E. Boughton Rd., Bolingbrook, IL 60440; 630-739-6300)

March 7, 7 p.m. – Francesca’s by the River (200 S. Second St., St. Charles, IL 60174; 630-587-8221)

March 8, 7 p.m. – Francesca’s Bryn Mawr (1039 W. Bryn Mawr Ave., Chicago, IL 60660; 773-506-9261)

The evening begins with a cocktail hour featuring Crostini con Fegatini di Pollo  con Ricotta e Pomodorini, crostini with chicken liver pate or with ricotta and sweet tomatoes. This is paired with “Il Vigliacco” Brut Rose. Following this is the first course, Gamberoni con Cannellini al Rosmarino, jumbo shrimp with cannellini beans and rosemary topped with arugula, paired with “Il Intruso” Bianco Veronese. The next course features Pappardelle con Funghi Selvatici e Polletto, handmade pappardelle with wild mushrooms ragu and charred chicken breast with Parmigiano. The Valpolicella Classico wine pairs perfectly with this course. Next is Costine di Bue Agli Aromi con Polenta Bianca, braised short ribs with herbs, au jus and creamy white corn polenta paired with “Il Bugiardo” Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso DOC. The dinner ends with Degustazione di Formaggi con Frutta, a cheese tasting with fruit, nuts, sweet gorgonzola and pecorino grand cru. “L’Amarone” Amarone della Valpolicella is paired with this course.

Celebrate Chicago Restaurant Week!

To many people, the middle of February simply means winter, but for Chicago restaurants, this time of year is a cause for celebration. February 17 through 25 food enthusiasts’ favorite event: Chicago Restaurant Week. During this week, many restaurants in Chicago offer special prix-fixe menus for diners to experience some of their favorite restaurants or discover new favorites for a great value. With the amount of great restaurants in Chicago, choosing from the long list of participating restaurants can be daunting. Here are some of our favorite suggestions.

Francesca’s restaurants have three Chicago locations participating in Restaurant Week. Francesca’s Bryn Mawr (1039 W. Bryn Mawr Ave., Chicago, IL 60660; 773-506-9261), Francesca’s on Taylor (1400 W. Taylor St., Chicago, IL 60607; 312-829-2828) and Francesca’s on Chestnut (200 E. Chestnut St., Chicago, IL 60611; 312-482-8800) will all feature special Restaurant Week menus for lunch and dinner. The four-course lunch menu is $22 per person. The lunch menu includes Bruschetta alla Romana served with a cup of their soup of the day, a choice of Francesca Salad or Asparagus Salad, an entrée choice of Ravioli ai Spinaci or Pollo alla Romana, and a dessert choice of Tiramisu or Profiteroles. Francesca’s five-course dinner menu starts with a choice of Bruschetta alla Romana or Calamari fritti. The menu continues with a choice of Francesca Salad or Asparagus Salad, a pasta choice of Ravioli ai Spinaci or Rigatoni alla Bolognese, and an entrée choice of Pollo al Limone or Tilapia con Funghi. The menu concludes with a choice of Tiramisu or Profiteroles. The dinner menu is $33 per person.

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar (25 E. Ohio St., Chicago, IL 60611; 312-329-9463) features a Restaurant Week menu for dinner. Their three-course menu is $44 per person. The first course is a choice of Newport Beach Clam Chowder or Fleming’s Salad with cranberries and candied walnuts, tossed in a lemon balsamic vinaigrette. This is followed by entrée choices which include a Petite Filet of their most tender filet beef, Double Breast of Chicken baked in a white wine, mushroom, shallot and thyme sauce, or Scottish Salmon served with a barbeque glaze and three mushroom salad. Diners have a choice of Mashed Potatoes with blue cheese, parmesan peppercorn or roasted garlic or Creamed Spinach as their side. The menu ends with a choice of two of Fleming’s amazing desserts, Crème Brule, creamy Tahitian vanilla bean custard with fresh seasonal berries or Cheesecake with white chocolate and blueberries.

Chicago Restaurant Week is not the only week to celebrate great dining in Chicago, but it can certainly make the experience more fun and a little easier on your wallet. For a full list of participating restaurants and menus, visit the Restaurant Week website.

Celebrate National Fettuccine Alfredo Day with Francesca's Restaurants!

Did you know that National Fettuccine Alfredo Day is February 7? Francesca’s restaurants are celebrating one of our favorite dishes with Fettuccine Alfredo con Pollo, homemade fettuccine sautéed in a butter parmesan cream sauce with grilled chicken breast, for just $8.99. There’s no better place to celebrate Fettuccine Alfredo than Francesca’s.

Shedd Aquarium and Prairie Fire Team Up for World Ocean Day

Featuring an educational, all-inclusive four-course dinner June 8

Prairie Fire (215 N. Clinton in Chicago; 312-382-8300) is honoring World Ocean Day in cooperation with the John G. Shedd Aquarium 6 p.m. June 8. The event features presentations by Shedd Aquarium staff—Melanie Napoleon, Senior Director of Great Lakes Conservation and Brooke Havlik, Sustainable Seafood Educator—and an educational, all-inclusive four-course dinner with pairings for $100 per person.

Award-winning chefs, Sarah Stegner and George Bumbaris, are preparing the four-course World Ocean Day Dinner with sustainable seafood in mind. The first-course will be served family-style to include Chilled Spanish Style Mussels, Corn Meal Crusted Local Perch with arugula remoulade and balsamic reduction, Homemade Bread with early summer radishes and sweet whipped butter, paired with “The Apothecary”- Death Door Gin with fresh lemon juice, triple sec and carpano. The second-course is Wild Striped Bass with spring minestrone, pesto, croutons and shaved artisan cheese, paired with Casa Silva “Cool Coast” Sauvignon Blanc—wine from Guy Comerci (Vin Divino). The third-course is Grilled Wild Alaskan Salmon with new potatoes, onions, garlic chives, asparagus and a bacon vinaigrette, paired with Morgan ‘Twelve Clones’ Pinot Noir, Santa Lucia Highlands—wine from Annica Heymann (Heritage Wine). The final dessert course is Orange Chiffon Cake with Koval Organic Orange Blossom Liqueur.

Prairie Fire supports local sustainable farms; farms highlighted for World Ocean Day are Three Sister’s Garden, Nichol’s Farm and Orchard, Kinnickinnick Farm and Brunkow Creamery.
Raffles prizes include Shedd Aquarium passes and the new sustainable seafood cookbook For Cod and Country by Chef Barton Seaver, just released May 3, 2011.

In honor of the special occasion, Prairie Fire will be making a donation to the Marine Conservation Alliance in Alaska. To make a reservation, call Prairie Fire at (312) 382-8300.

About Chef Sarah Stegner
Two-time James Beard award-winner, Sarah Stegner, is co-chef and co-owner of Prairie Fire and Prairie Grass Cafe. This Evanston, Ill. native grew up in a family devoted to food, thus setting the foundation for her passionate and successful career as one of America’s most respected chefs. Stegner graduated with a chef’s certificate from the Glencoe, Ill. Dumas Pere Cooking School.

She went on to build her prestige reputation at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel Chicago, establishing her friendship with now business partner, Chef George Bumbaris. Even through her impressive award-wining history, Stegner remains modest and passionate about using the best seasonal ingredients to be found. Stegner is co-founder of Chicago’s Green City Market—a weekly venue for Midwest sustainable farmers.

About Chef George Bumbaris
George Bumbaris, co-chef and co-owner of Prairie Fire and Prairie Grass Cafe (along with Stegner), became instantly hooked the first time he experimented in the kitchen. After completing his studies at the Glencoe, Ill. Dumas Pere Cooking School, Bumbaris began a 21-year journey at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel Chicago.

Among his many accomplishments, Bumbaris took first-place in the Bucouse D’or American Culinary Gold Cup and first-place for the United States in the 26th Prix Culinaire International Pierre Taittinger. His skills were highly reflected in reviews as he worked his way up to executive chef at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel Chicago. Bumbaris was thrilled to start a new chapter at Prairie Fire and Prairie Grass Cafe, developing a menu that is fun and accessible.

About Prairie Fire
Prairie Fire (215 N. Clinton in Chicago; 312-382-8300) brings the world of fine-dining to an accessible level of casual dining, using the freshest of ingredients to reflect the season. Prairie Fire supports Chicago’s Green City Market and local sustainable farms.

Serving innovative American comfort food, Prairie Fire takes pride in their homemade products including handcrafted sausages, salad dressings, ice cream and desserts. Prairie Fire is located two blocks from the Ogilvie Metra terminal and just steps from the CTA Clinton St. Station. Special offerings include valet service and private space for special events. Prairie Fire serves lunch Monday - Friday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; dinner Monday - Thursday 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. and Sundays 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more information or to make a reservation, please call (312) 382-8300 or visit http://www.prairiefirechicgo.com/.

About The John G. Shedd Aquarium
The John G. Shedd Aquarium, a nonprofit organization dedicated to public education and conservation, is one of the world’s largest indoor aquariums. The facility houses over 32,000 aquatic animals, representing some 1,500 species of fishes, reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, birds and marine mammals from waters around the word. Since its opening in 1930, the Aquarium’s mission has been to enhance public understanding of aquatic life and connect guests to the natural world, inspiring them to protect and preserve the planet.

Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar Hosts Hadassah and Offers a Fresh Take on Seafood

For steak lovers, Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar (25 E. Ohio St., Chicago; (312) 329-9463 and 960 Milwaukee Ave., Lincolnshire, Ill.; (847) 793-0222) stands for tender prime beef. For guests observing Lent, Fleming's also features a generous selection of seafood offerings. 

Fleming’s prepares all seafood with the freshest ingredients and the simplest techniques to bring out their full flavor. Need a few suggestions? Happy to oblige...

 
ENTRÉE MENU

Alaskan Rock Petrale Sole
Barbecue Scottish Salmon Fillet
Tuna Mignon
North Atlantic Lobster Tails
Alaskan King Crab Legs

For a quick bite at the bar, the "5 for $6 'til 7" menu offers a trio of tempting seafood appetizers priced at just $6 each (excluding tax and gratuity) when you order before 7 p.m. (please note alchohol on the “5 for $6 ‘til 7” menu is available past 7 p.m.—until close): 

BAR MENU

Sweet Chile Calamari
Seared Ahi Tuna
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail

And don't miss the award-winning collection of 100 wines by the glass, with buttery Chardonnays, crisp Sauvignons and reds that go brilliantly with seafood. 

For reservations, call Fleming’s—Lincolnshire, Ill. (847) 793-0333 or Chicago (312) 329-9463.

Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar Lincolnshire Hosts Hadassah for Spring Fashion Show

Fleming’s (960 Milwaukee Ave., Lincolnshire, Ill.; (847) 793-0333) is hosting the Nehara Group from Hadassah, the Women’s Zionist Organization of America, for their 2^nd Annual Spring Fashion Show at 11:30 a.m. Sunday, March 13.

The young women of Nehara Hadassah will model trendy casual and active wear fashions accessorized by jewelry from Sweet Magnolia.

Be sure to partake in a raffle for exquisite items—proceeds benefit stem cell research at Hadassah Hospital.

Tickets are $40. For more information, contact the Hadassah North Shore office at (847) 205-1900 or e-mail northshore@hadassah.org.

About Hadassah
Hadassah is a volunteer women's organization whose members are motivated and inspired to strengthen their partnership with Israel, ensure Jewish continuity, and realize their potential as a dynamic force in American society.

Hadassah enhances the quality of American and Jewish life through its education and Zionist youth programs, promotes health awareness, and provides personal enrichment and growth for its members. Hadassah North Shore is one of the largest Hadassah chapters in the nation, with 14 different groups all over the north shore and beyond. For more information, visit www.northshore.hadassah.org.

About Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
Nationally acclaimed Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar offers the best in steakhouse dining - Prime meats and chops, fresh fish and poultry, generous salads and side orders-with a unique wine list known as the "Fleming's 100™" that features 100 wines served by the glass.  Fleming's was launched in Newport Beach, Calif. in 1998 by successful restaurant industry veterans Paul Fleming and Bill Allen. Today there are 64 restaurants nationwide. Fleming's is the recipient of numerous prestigious awards, including Wine Spectator's annual Awards of Excellence, and Wine Enthusiast's annual Awards of Distinction.

For more information about Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, please visit www.FlemingsSteakhouse.com.

Restaurant Trends and Predictions for 2011

Predicted Restaurant Trends from Kurman Staff and Clients

Each year brings a wealth of growth and change in the restaurant industry. Chicago boasts a number of influential restaurateurs, chefs and foodies whose hands are at the pulse of those changes. We polled our clients to see what trends they predict for 2011, and weigh-in on a few of our own. We were delighted to see so many similarities.

BELLA BACINOS
36 S. La Grange Rd., La Grange, Ill.
(708) 352-8882
http://www.bacinos.com/

Bella Bacinos owner, Dan Bacin, predicts that the restaurant food trend for the year 2011 will reflect highly on local and organic foods when possible. Bella Bacinos prepares its one-of-a-kind pizzas with 100% real Wisconsin cheese. Neither preservatives nor MSG will ever be found in Bella Bacinos’ pizza.

About Bella Bacinos La Grange
Bella Bacinos serves authentic Napoletana wood fired pizza, homemade ravioli and other Italian specialties in the restaurant’s dining room and outdoor patio. Bella Bacinos’ award-winning wine list includes more than 600 wines from around the world, including more than 20 served by the glass. The restaurant is located at 36 S. La Grange Rd., Downtown La Grange, Ill. Winter hours are 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Sunday, and is closed Monday but available for private events. For private events or more information, call Dan Bacin’s cell phone at (708) 420-9600 or visit http://www.bacinos.com./

BISTRO ONE WEST
1 W. Illinois St., St. Charles, Ill. 60174
(630) 444-0600
http://www.bistro1west.com

Although this west suburban restaurant just opened a mere week ago, the executive chef, Doug D’Avico is no stranger to the restaurant industry. In fact, D’Avico has many insights when it comes to suspected trends for the upcoming year of 2011. D’Avico predicts that fun, fresh and affordable food will be a prominent trend. He compares this trend to a gastropub, the conception of a restaurant in a pub offering quality food. D’Avico stresses that Mexican and Italian influence will always be a trend however, up and coming will be the mixing of different cuisines. Ultimately, D’Avico sees that no matter what style cuisine, quality food at good value will dominate the 2011 restaurant trend. Quality food at an affordable price is prominent at Bistro One West.

About Bistro One West
Bistro One West is a contemporary fresh American Restaurant located at 1 W. Illinois St. in St. Charles, Ill. The restaurant is open for lunch Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dinner hours are Tuesday through Thursday, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. The dining room bar is open from 11 a.m. to close. The restaurant is closed Sunday and Monday. For more information, contact Bistro One West at (630) 444-0600 or visit http://www.bistro1west.com/. Follow Bistro One West on Twitter at @Bistro1West, and “Like” them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/BistroOneWest.

EVEREST BURGER (coming mid-January)
91 Green Bay Rd., Glencoe, Ill.
No Phone Yet

“Burgers, burgers, burgers,” says Everest Burger owners, Mark and Margarita Challenger, who finds that burgers will continue to be a trend in the year 2011. Everest Burger, set to open mid-January, is named after Mount Everest, the largest mountain in the world. With the idea that burgers from Everest Burger being apex, their tasty burgers will be hormone free, chemical free, and steroid. Their chicken and turkey burgers will be free range. They'll have vegetarian selections and all will be served on home-made buns, including a gluten-free option.

GUANAJUATO
73 Green Bay Rd., Glencoe, Ill.
(847) 242-0501

http://www.myguanajuato.com/

Guanajuato co-owner, Margarita Challenger, predicts that healthy, smaller dishes will be a trend in the year 2011. With people being more health conscious than ever before, proportions will be something that is monitored. Challenger also finds that people have become more adventurous when it comes to the food that they eat and therefore more open to new dishes. Challenger would know, too; Guanajuato features both sweet and savory ice creams that Challenger herself makes. Patrons have warmed up to the idea of her savory mole, avocado and rum flavored ice creams that are wildly popular in her hometown of Dolores Hildalgo in the Mexican state of Guanajuato, the restaurant’s namesake.

About Guanajuato
Guanajuato is a contemporary Mexican restaurant located at 73 Green Bay Rd. in Glencoe, Ill. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. seven days per week. The bar is open Monday-Wednesday, 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Friday, 4 p.m. to midnight; Saturday, noon to midnight; and Sunday, noon to 10 p.m. For more information or to make a reservation, contact Guanajuato at (847) 242-0909 or online at http://www.myguanajuato.com/.

RESTAURANT MICHAEL
64 Green Bay Rd., Winnetka, Ill.
(847) 441-3100

http://www.restaurantmichael.com/

The talented chef/proprietor Michael Lachowicz of Restaurant Michael predicts that the restaurant food trend for the year 2011 will be” back to basics” as far as technique, method and presentation. Substance over flash will be in demand and food types such as Italian, French, Greek and Spanish will be viewed as pillars of cuisine rather than afterthoughts.

About Restaurant Michael
Restaurant Michael serves classic haute cuisine in a contemporary presentation with French country flair. 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. Call for seasonal hours. Complimentary parking is available. Major cards accepted. Be sure to “Like” Restaurant Michael on Facebook at www.facebook.com/RestaurantMichael and follow Michael on Twitter at @RestoMichael. Visit http://www.restaurantmichael.com/ for more information.

SAIGON SISTERS
567 W. Lake St., Chicago, Ill.
(312) 496-0090
http://www.saigonsisters.com/

Saigon Sisters co-owner, Mary Aregoni, predicts that the restaurant food trend for the year 2011 will be reflective of fine dining in a casual atmosphere. Saigon Sisters is a contemporary casual restaurant where guests can enjoy deliciously fresh and quickly prepared food. Aregoni also believes that healthy, vegan and gluten-free food will remain a significant trend and plans to add more vegetarian items to the Saigon Sisters menu.

About Saigon Sisters
Saigon Sisters is a contemporary Vietnamese restaurant located at 567 W. Lake St. in Chicago. The restaurant is open for lunch and late lunch 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday; dinner 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday; and dinner and late-night service 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday. The restaurant is closed on Sunday. For more information, contact Saigon Sisters at (312) 496-0090 or online at http://www.saigonsisters.com/.

KURMAN COMMUNICATIONS’ TOP 16 RESTAURANT PREDICTIONS FOR 2011

Kurman Communications will be celebrating its 28th anniversary in 2011. We've seen a lot of trends come and go. As representatives of the restaurant and hospitality industry, we’ve kept a keen eye on what we believe will shape the industry this coming year. Here are our predictions for the restaurant industry in 2011 (in no particular order):

1. Sustainability (everything); home grown; roof top gardens
2. Deep-fried foods, especially fried chicken and root vegetables (with infused aioli)
3. Miniature desserts - guilt-free tastings
4. Cheap and casual is better than upscale and pricey
5. Food with benefits (i.e. gluten-free, allergy-free, immunity building, etc.)
6. Butchers and charcuterie; house cured and smoked.
7. Simplicity; back to the basics
8. Pop-up restaurants / Food-trucks: chefs take food on the road (with the aid of social media)
9. Pies are the new cupcake
10. One ingredient restaurants: think burgers, grilled cheese, hot dogs - all with a twist toward the upscale/gourmet for adult tastes
11. Lifestyle markets in unusual places with organic/sustainable selections, casual restaurant dining, and cocktails in retail stores, convenient stories and shopping centers (look for Westfield's new market by Richtree coming to Old Orchard this summer)
12. Value without sacrificing taste, quality, or creativity
13. Retro cocktails (bourbon-focused), local craft beers, wines and spirits
14. Fast food: Korean BBQ (actually BBQ everything)
15. Mobile technology for tableside orders and payment, self service and promotion
16. Groupon discount programs grow with a vengeance

Three Courses for $20 in August at Karma in Mundelein

Enjoy a $20 three-course prix fixe meal throughout the month of August at Karma. Start with a choice of Miso Soup, tofu and roasted nori, or Karma House Salad, crisp lettuce, napa cabbage, cucumber, daikon and carrot ginger dressing. Entrée selections include Jumbo Thai Vegetarian Spring Roll, carrots, napa cabbage, marinated tofu and sweet chili sauce; Orange Peel Tempura Chicken, sesame jasmine rice, ginger chili cucumber salad and Yuzu orange glaze; or Thai Chili Beef, stir fried spiced beef tenderloin with Chinese noodles and baby bok choy, in mirin-miso beef broth (may be substituted for shrimp or chicken). For dessert, cool off with Trio of Sorbet or Ice Cream, served with fresh berries.

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 Doubletree Libertyville Mundelein at 510 East Route 83, Mundelein, Ill. 60060. For reservations, call Karma at (847) 970-6900 or visit www.karmachicago.com.