Karma Asian Food and Fine Wine and Karma Pub Serving Crème Fraiche Flatbread and Karma Sausage and Clams Now Through October 30

Mundelein, IL- The ability to order items from both the Karma Asian Food & Fine Wine and Karma Pub (510 East Route 83, Mundelein, IL; (847-970-6900) menus give guests the unique ability to dine in an atmosphere of their choosing and enjoy two distinct different styles of food.  

This week, Karma and Karma Pub brings the ultimate Western favorite to its menu-pizza! However, it's not your ordinary pizza. The specialty Crème Fraiche flatbread is  topped with a symphony of bacon, caramelized onions, peas, tomatoes, arugula, parmesan, and mozzarella. At $10, this flatbread is sophisticated and perfect as an individual entrée or to share as an appetizer. You'll need to stop by soon as it's only available until next Thursday, October 30.

Karma also is featuring its Karma Sausage and Clams ($22) this week. A dish that is the ideal medley of Asian and American cuisine, Karma Sausage and Clams features pan roasted Salmon, tomato relish, and baby bok choy with a thick slice of grilled ciabatta bread. 

 

The end of October also means it is the last chance to order Steven's Point Whole Hog Pumpkin Ale, brewed three and a half hours north of Mundelein, IL. This limited Pumpkin Ale was a gold medal winner at the Great American Beer Festival in the Pumpkin Beer category and also won a gold medal at the World Beer Championships. Made with Perle hops, this ale is handcrafted using real pumpkin and savory pumpkin pie spices with hints of all natural cinnamon and nutmeg. Svedka Vodka cocktails are also on special for $5.

 

New Dessert Added to Menu

Karma is adding a new yummy dessert to its menu. Save room for its Yin Yang" Cheesecake featuring coconut cream, sweet mango puree, toasted coconut, Mandarin orange, and Tahitian vanilla whipped cream. It's worth the calories!

 

Karma and Karma Pub allow guests to order from each other's menu. The result is that guests can have the best of two worlds-a choice of food and a choice of atmosphere. Both restaurants focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients and purchase from local sources as much as possible. 

 

Shuttle Available from Metra Stations

Guests wishing to travel to Karma by Metra may do so with ease. Confirm arrival time before departure with the restaurant and notify them of the station, Mundelein or Vernon Hills, and Karma will provide a complimentary shuttle pickup. The shuttle runs until 9 p.m. 

 

About Karma and Karma Pub

Karma, a stunning contemporary restaurant serving fine Modern Asian Fusion cuisine from Executive Chef Paul Choi, is open seven days a week 6 a.m.-10:30 a.m. for breakfast; 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. for lunch; 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday for dinner; and 5 p.m.-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday for dinner. 

 

Karma Pub, a casual American restaurant and pub, is open 5 p.m.-midnight Friday and Saturday. Karma is located adjacent to the DoubleTree Libertyville-Mundelein Hotel at 510 East Route 83, Mundelein, IL 60060. For reservations or more information, call (847) 970-6900 or visit karmachicago.com and thekarmapub.com.  

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Head to Karma in Mundelein for This Week’s Specials: Duo of Tuna & Oktoberfest Burger

Starting today through next Wednesday, you can enjoy two delicious specials at Karma and Karma Pub in Mundelein (510 E. Route 83, 857-970-6900). This week specials feature a Duo of Tuna ($26) and Oktoberfest Burger ($13).

Don’t forget that next Thursday (and every Thursday), Karma Pub features its popular Chicago Trivia Guys beginning at 7 p.m.

Svedka Martini’s are only $5 through October, and $5 Tighthead Brewing Oktoberfest Draft is $5, while supplies last.

DUO OF TUNA

Togarashi Seared Tuna, Wakame Salad, Spicy Tuna Tartar, Sesame Scallion Rice, Toasted Nori, Wasabi Vinaigrette, Soy Caramel

$26

OKTOBERFEST BURGER

Burger Patty with Swiss Cheese, Sauerkraut, and Topped with a Bratwurst and Apple Bacon Mostarda

$13

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About Karma and Karma Pub

Karma, a stunning contemporary restaurant serving fine Modern Asian Fusion cuisine from Executive Chef Paul Choi, is open seven days a week 6 a.m.-10:30 a.m. for breakfast; 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. for lunch; 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday for dinner; and 5 p.m.-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday for dinner. Karma Pub, a casual American restaurant and pub, is open 5 p.m.-11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday; and 5 p.m.-midnight Friday and Saturday. Karma is located adjacent to the DoubleTree Libertyville-Mundelein Hotel at 510 East Route 83, Mundelein, IL 60060. For reservations or more information, call (847) 970-6900 or visit www.karmachicago.com and www.thekarmapub.com

Enjoy a bottle of wine with lunch or dinner at Karma Asian Food and Wine for only one penny this June in Mundelein

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Throughout June, Karma Asian Food and Wine, which is one of the most beautiful food lovers’ restaurants in Chicago’s northern suburbs, has just given its fans another great reason to stop by for lunch or dinner: a bottle of wine for one penny. Guests who order two entrées can purchase a bottle of either house red or white wine for an extra cent (there is a limit of one bottle for every two persons). This may be the most enticing wine offer to come along in a long time.

“We’re so excited about our new Executive Chef, Paul Choi, and our new menu, that we’re giving our friends, and hopefully many new friends, the most wonderful reason to visit Karma Asian Food and Wine,” said Todd Gunderson, Regional Restaurant Manager. “Our one-penny bottles of wine are actually excellent selections that everyone will enjoy to accompany our amazing cuisine.”

Guests will have no trouble finding something delicious to relish with their wine, as each food creation is made from top quality, fresh ingredients and is beautifully presented. Among Chef Choi’s new entrée specialties are the signature Korean BBQ Glazed Rib Eye ($26), served with sticky steamed rice and wilted ginger spinach that goes beautifully with a red wine, and the Crispy Tuna ($26), served with seasonal greens, wasabi vinaigrette and sesame-soy, well paired with a refreshing white wine.

Start your meal with tempting appetizers such as the Seared Ahi Tuna with wild arugula, seasonal grape tomatoes and ginger-soy ($12), Firecracker Shrimp with scallions and chili ($10) or the Carpaccio, togarashi seared beef with seasonal greens, cilantro flatbread, wasabi vinaigrette and soy caramel ($9).

Refreshing salad choices include the Karma Salad with seasonal greens, cucumber, red onion, carrot noodles, tomato, and Szechuan peppercorn vinaigrette ($9); or the Chicken Tonkatsu Salad that starts with a house lettuce blend that is combined with tomato, cucumber, peas, carrot noodles, scallions, wonton chips, and yuzu-ginger vinaigrette ($13).

Among the additional new entrée selections are the Grilled Mahi-Mahi with quinoa, roasted red peppers, spinach, baby carrots and ginger-soy ($25); “Potato & Nori” Salmon with wasabi mashed potatoes, wakame salad and ginger scallion ($22); Mandarin Orange Chicken with hoisin BBQ glaze, shiitake mushrooms, baby spinach and Napa cabbage ($24); and Filet Mignon with wasabi mashed potatoes, tempura onions, wild mushroom-tamari jus ($27).

Karma also features delicious noodle dishes such as the Karma Ramen with pork belly, corn, spinach, roasted peppers, poached egg and pork broth ($15); Snapper with soba noodles, shitake mushrooms, bok choy and bonito nage ($22); and Udon with seasonal vegetables, tempura shrimp, fish cake and spicy miso broth ($16).

About KarmaKarma, a stunning contemporary restaurant serving fine Modern Asian Fusion cuisine from Executive Chef Paul Choi, is open seven days a week 6 a.m.-10:30 a.m. for breakfast; 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. for lunch; 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday for dinner; and 5 p.m.-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday for dinner. Karma Pub is open 5 p.m.-11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday; and 5 p.m.-midnight Friday and Saturday. Karma is located adjacent to the DoubleTree by Hilton Mundelein Hotel at 510 East Route 83, Mundelein, IL 60060. For reservations or more information, call Karma at (847) 970-6900 or visit www.karmachicago.com.

Food Photo credit: Cindy Kurman, Kurman Photography

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.

Three Courses for $20 at Karma in Mundelein

Throughout the month of June, enjoy a three-course prix fixe menu offered after 5 p.m. daily at Karma (510 E. Route 83, Mundelein; 847-970-6900) for just $20. For starters, try Miso Soup, tofu and roasted nori, or Karma House Salad, crisp lettuce, napa cabbage, cucumber, daikon and carrot ginger dressing. Entree choices include Jumbo Thai Vegetarian Spring Roll, carrots, napa cabbage, marinated tofu and sweet chili sauce; Honey Tamari Chicken, sautéed spinach and wok-tossed julienne vegetables on a glass noodle nest; 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). Finally, enjoy a Trio of Sorbet or Ice Cream for dessert.

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/.

Save money on food favorites this week at Karma

Trying to figure out an inexpensive way to feed the family? Try one of the three food specials offered Friday, May 28 through Thursday, June 3 at Karma (510 E. Route 83, Mundelein; 847-970-6900). Karma offers these items in addition to its regular menu.

Start with a Salad featuring smoked salmon carpaccio, field greens and a Yuzu dressing ($7). For an entrée, enjoy Tempura Jumbo Prawns with a chipotle crème, Jasmine rice and baby bok choy ($22). Indulge in a dessert of Lychee Tapioca garnished with peaches and green tea white chocolate lattice ($7).

Karma is a sophisticated restaurant with a zen-laced atmosphere that serves Pan-Asian cuisine. Breakfast is served 6 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. daily, lunch is offered 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. daily and dinner runs from 5 p.m. -10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 p.m. - 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Karma’s lounge is open one hour later daily.

For more information, visit www.karmachicago.com or dial (847) 970-6900. Follow Karma on Twitter at @karmamundelein.

Indulge at Karma this May for a Three-Course Prix Fixe Menu

Enjoy the May Prix Fixe menu Monday through Friday now until May 31 at Karma (510 E. Route 83, Mundelein; 847-970-6900). The cost is $20 per person and the menu is offered in addition to the regular menu.

The Menu features Miso Soup, tofu and roasted nori, or Karma House Salad with crisp lettuce, napa cabbage, cucumber, daikon and carrot ginger dressing. Entrée includes either Jumbo Thai Vegetarian Spring Roll with carrots, napa cabbage, marinated tofu and sweet chili sauce; Honey Tamari Chicken with sautéed spinach and wok-tossed julienne vegetables on a glass noodle nest; or Thai Chili Beef with 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 enjoy a Trio Of Sorbet or Ice Cream with fresh berries. The May Prix Fixe Menu is not valid with the Entertainment Book Promotion of buy one entrée, get one 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.

For reservations please call (847) 970-6900 or visit www.karmachicago.com. Follow them on Twitter at @karmamundelein.

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.

Tax Relief with Dining Deals at Karma in Mundelein

Get your tax relief starting today at 5 p.m. at Karma (510 E. Route 83, Mundelein; 847-970-6900) with weekly specials lasting through Thursday, April 22.

Try the Roasted Asian Pear Mesclun greens dressed in a balsamic soy vinaigrette and topped with candied walnuts ($7). For the entree, try Tempura Jumbo Prawns with a chipotle creme, jasmine rice and baby bok choy ($22). Top it all off with Pomegranate Panna Cotta with macerated berries for dessert ($7).

To make reservations, call Karma at (847) 970-6900 or visit http://www.karmamundelein.com/.

Weekly Specials at Karma

Still deciding on dining plans for this week or weekend? Come to Karma (510 E. Route 83, Mundelein, Ill.; 847-970-6900) for its weekly specials offered March 12 -19. Start with a Smoked Salmon Carpaccio served with Field Greens and a Yuzu Dressing for $7. The entrée feature is a Grilled Marinated Flank Steak served with Pesto, Mashed Potatoes and Baby Vegetables for $22. End the meal with Lychee Tapioca garnished with Peaches and a Green Tea White Chocolate Lattice for $7.

Karma’s weekly specials will be served in addition to the regular menu.

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 more information or reservations call (847) 970-6900 or visit www.karmachicago.com. Follow Karma on Twitter @karmamundelein.

Easter Brunch Buffet at Karma

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 more information or to make a reservation call (847) 970-6900 or visit www.karmachicago.com. Follow Karma on Twitter @karmamundelein.

Karma Features March Prix Fixe Menu

This month Karma (510 E. Route 83, Mundelein, Ill.; 847-970-6900) features a three-course prix fixe menu for $20 a person. Starters include Miso Soup with tofu and roasted nori or Karma House Salad with crisp lettuce, napa cabbage, cucumber, daikon radish and carrot ginger dressing. Entrée options include Orange Peel Tempura Chicken with sesame jasmine rice, ginger chili cucumber salad and Yuzu orange glaze or Yellow Mango Vegetable Curry served with spring vegetables tossed coconut yellow curry, jasmine rice and kimchi. Dessert showcases Trio of Sorbet or Ice Cream with fresh berries.

Prix Fixe Menu not valid with the Entertainment Book Promotion of buy one entrée get one free.

To make a reservation call (847) 970-6900 or visit www.karmachicago.com. Follow Karma on Twitter @karmamundelein.

Karma's Cocktails for Groundhog Day: Will it be Spring or Winter?

Raise your glass and toast to spring (hopefully!) on Groundhog Day, next Tuesday, Feb. 2 at Karma (510 E. Route 83, Mundelein; 847-970-6900), which offers one-day-only drink specials.

If Punxsutawney Phil fails to see his shadow, that means spring is on the way! Try Karma's springtime-themed cocktails, Punxsutawney Sunrise, Karma Tequila, Cointreau Liquor, orange juice and grenadine ($8), and An Early Spring Martini, St. Germaine, Champagne and lime juice ($8).

On the other hand, if Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow, winter is here to stay for another six weeks. Warm up with these cocktails: Buttery Cream Coffee, Butterscotch Schnapps, Godiva White Chocolate Liquor and hot coffee ($8), and Beringer Pinot Noir, which has hints of wood and earthy tones ($9.25).

For more information, call Karma at (847) 970-6900 or visit http://www.karmachicago.com/. Follow Karma on Twitter: @Karmamundelein.

Find Romance and Tranquility at Karma

Romance is alive during Valentine’s Day, Sunday, Feb. 14 at tranquil pan-Asian restaurant Karma (510 E. Route 83, Mundelein; 847-970-6900). Start with Miso Soup with tofu and roasted nori, then enjoy Karma House Salad, crisp lettuce, napa cabbage, cucumber, daikon and carrot ginger dressing. Entrée selections include Five Spice Chicken, Jasmine rice, baby vegetables and crispy onions, Tamarind Glazed Mahi Mahi, parsnip mashed potatoes, baby vegetables and parsnip shoestrings, and Oden – Winter Stew, a rich broth of konbu, tofu, turnips, carrots, shiitake mushrooms, eggs and scallions.

Indulge in a Warm Heart-Shaped Chocolate Brownie with Tahitian vanilla ice cream, fresh berries and coconut crème for dessert. The menu is $29 per person.

Call Karma at (847) 970-6900 or visit http://www.karmachicago.com/ to make your reservation with your sweetheart.

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Three Courses for Just $20 at Karma

Head to Karma (510 E. ROute 83, Mundelein; 847-970-6900) for the January prix fixe menu, a three course meal offer all month for just $20. Start with Miso Soup, tofu and roasted nori, or Karma House Salad, crisp lettuce, napa cabbage, cucumber, daikon and carrot ginger dressing. Entrées include Orange Peel Tempura Chicken, sesame jasmine rice, ginger chili cucumber salad and Yuzu orange glaze, or Yellow Mango Vegetable Curry, spring vegetables tossed with coconut yellow curry, jasmine rice and kimchi. For dessert, enjoy Trio of Sorbet or Ice Cream with fresh berries.

Make your reservation at Karma today! These specials last through Jan. 31. Call (847) 970-6900 or visit http://www.karmachicago.com/. Follow Karma on Twitter: @karmamundelein.

Karma Kicks Off 2010 with Weekly Specials

North Shore pan-Asian restaurant Karma (510 E. Route 83, Mundelein; 847-970-6900) kicks off 2010 with dining deals crafted by executive chef Robert Packer. Available after 5 p.m. now through Jan. 11, the specials transport you on a culinary journey through Asia.

Start with Roasted Pear Salad with mixed field greens, candied walnuts and a balsamic soy vinaigrette ($7), then enjoy Grilled Marinated Lamb Chops, purple plum chutney, anise sweet potatoes and wilted Swiss chard ($25). Top off the meal with dessert, Chocolate Cheesecake with Macadamia nut and graham cracker crust ($7).

Reservations are recommended. Call (847) 970-6900 or visit http://www.karmachicago.com/. Follow Karma on Twitter: @KarmaMundelein.

Christmas at Karma

Head to Karma in Mundelein for your holiday gathering, and try the special Christmas dishes Dec. 24 and 25, offered during the restaurant’s regular hours. The appetizer special is Black Dragon Soup, shrimp shu mai with shiitake mushrooms, chives and roasted red peppers ($7). Enjoy the salad special, a Fresh Crab and Avocado Salad with curry vinaigrette ($11). Entrée features include Hoisin and Plum Glazed Rack of Lamb, crispy asparagus and an edamame cake ($28); Emperor’s Meal, wok seared scallops, shrimp, salmon and striped bass, presented with Forbidden rice and rainbow straw vegetables ($26); or Wok Seared Chili Crusted Tilapia over gingered purple potatoes and baby vegetables ($22). The regular menu is also available.

Celebrate the New Year with Karma’s special three-course menu, offered 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. Dec; 31. For starters, enjoy Carrot Ginger Dressed Field Greens, followed by an intermezzo of Tangerine Sorbet. For the price of one of the following entrees, enjoy all three courses: Grilled Marinated Lamb Chops, purple plum chutney, anise sweet potatoes and wilted Swiss chard ($36); 24 oz. Porterhouse, Thai basil wasabi mashed potatoes, wok tossed Brussels sprouts and Shanghai sauce ($40); Fried Whole Fish with chilies and garlic, with sweet potato straws, over steamed baby bok choy, shiitake mushrooms and Napa cabbage ($32); or Five Spice Chicken, Jasmine rice, baby vegetables and crispy onions ($28). Karma’s regular menu is also available.

To make a reservation, call (847) 970-6900 or visit http://www.karmachicago.com/. Follow Karma on Twitter: @KarmaMundelein.

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Karma's New Hot Treats and Prixe Fixe Menu

December is here, which means Karma (510 E. Route 83, Mundelein; 847-970-6900) offers signature Winter Warmers and a new Prix Fixe Menu.

Indulge in Karma’s signature Winter Warmers, hot liquor drinks, offered starting Dec. 1 for just $8.25 each. Try Karma Hot Cocoa, Godiva Milk Chocolate Liqueur, Peppermint Schnapps and hot chocolate; the Nutty Irishman, Frangelico Liqueur, Baileys Irish Cream and coffee; and Cream De Mint, white crème de menthe, Baileys Irish Cream and coffee.

Enjoy Karma’s $20 three-course prix fixe menus, offered after 5 p.m. daily for the month of December. Begin with a choice of two starters including Miso Soup, tofu and roasted nori; or Karma House Salad, crisp lettuce, Napa cabbage, cucumber, daikon and carrot ginger dressing. The entrée choices include Chinese Chopped Chicken Salad, mixed greens, Asian pear, daikon, cucumber, candied cashews, crispy wonton and yuzu and tamari vinaigrette; Asian BBQ Salmon, forbidden rice, sweet potato crisps, wok tossed spinach, Napa cabbage and shiitake mushrooms; or Jumbo Thai Vegetarian Spring Roll, carrots, Napa cabbage, marinated tofu and sweet chili sauce. For dessert, enjoy a Trio of Sorbet or Ice Cream with fresh berries.

For more information or to make a reservation, call (847) 970-6900 or visit http://www.karmachicago.com/.

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Celebrate Thanksgiving and Plan Your Holiday Party at Karma

Bring friends and family to Karma for a Thanksgiving feast, offered from noon until 8 p.m. Thursday, November 26. Enjoy a buffet, featuring House Salad, Gingered Butternut Squash Soup, Roast Turkey Breast, Red Skin Potato Mashed or Sweet Potato Mashed, Grilled Asparagus, Green Bean Casserole, Turkey Gravy, Handmade Cranberry Relish, and Apple Pie or Pumpkin Pie. The dinner is available for $23.95 for adults, $11.95 for children ages 4-12 and complimentary for children three and under.

Holiday Events
The holidays are approaching, and it’s time to schedule the company holiday party and other family events. Karma’s chic, tranquil setting is the perfect place for unique gatherings, so contact Deborah Gramm to coordinate an event at (847) 970-6904.

For more information on Karma, please visit http://www.karmachicago.com/. Become a Fan on Facebook and Follow Karma on Twitter.

Experience Good Karma this Sweetest Day

Looking for a Sweetest Day deal? Karma offers Sweetest Day specials in addition to the pan-Asian restaurant’s regular menu after 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16 and Saturday, Oct. 17. Appetizer specials include: Shrimp Cocktail Salad, shaved iceberg lettuce, tear drop tomatoes and a fiery horseradish sauce ($11); and Asian Grilled Steak and Noodle Salad, grilled marinated flank steak atop field greens with apple, mint and Thai chilis ($10). Entrée specials include Tamarind Glazed Mahi-Mahi, seasoned and grilled served with baby bok choy and forbidden rice ($23); Sweet Miso Scallops, atop wheat soba noodles with asparagus and baby vegetables ($23); and Grilled Veal Chop, Asian pear demi glace and wok tossed vegetables ($29). Share a dessert with you sweetheart, like the special Warm Heart Shaped Chocolate Brownie, Tahitian vanilla ice cream with fresh berries and coconut crème ($10).

Sip the special Sweetest Day cocktail, Strawberry Kiss, Skyy Vodka, strawberry liqueur, a splash of sweet and sour and garnished with a strawberry ($8).

Karma (510 E. Route 83, Mundelein) is a sophisticated restaurant with a zen-laced atmosphere that serves Pan-Asian cuisine. For reservations, call Karma at (847) 970-6900 or visit http://www.karmachicago.com./