Celebrate Bastille Day a day early at the Chicago French Market Saturday

Enjoy the 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. cooking demonstration by Le Bouchon’s legendary French Head Chef Jean Claude Poilevey and son, Sous Chef Oliver Poilevey.  A recent inductee to The Culinary Academy of France, Chef Poilevey strives for authenticity in his delicate and romantic French bistro. In honor of Bastille Day, Chef Jean Claude and Chef Oliver will demo classic French dishes.

1 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. - Sarah Young Trio (Jazz)

Sarah Young was a semifinalist in the Thelonious Monk vocal competition in 2010, and won first prize in the Shure Montreux Jazz Voice competition in 2011. Come experience her breath-taking voice with this diverse trio comprised of piano, upright bass and vocals. Enjoy the Free Bubbly Tasting as they perform Jazz, Latin, Swing and Dance Standards with French embellishments and feel. 

For those who don’t know, on July 14, 1789, the people of Paris raided the Bastille fortress-prison to demonstrate their independence and the uprising of the modern nation. This iconic moment in French history, marked the beginning of the French Revolution. Centuries later, Bastille Day has become a worldwide celebration, with parades and festivals held around the globe to honor French culture.

Chicago French Market - Bowl Square is now K-Kitchen

K-Kitchen

Effective July 1, Bowl Square is changing its name to K-Kitchen.  The menu will retain all customer favorites adding an expanded and changing seasonal menu options. Come celebrate the launch and treat yourself to July specials Green Rice Bowl or Bibimbap (as it is called in Korea).  The Green Rice Bowl includes rice infused with more than eight seasonal vegetables in a Korean Red Sauce.  Personalize your bowl by adding beef or chicken (no up-charge!).

TODAY at the Chicago French Market

4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Pastoral Artisan Cheese, Bread & Wine will be hosting their monthly tasting.  This month’s tasting will be featuring a diverse array of craft beers that are perfect for summer fun.

 

http://www.pastoralartisan.com/events/free-beer-tasting-chicago-french-market-thursday-july-11-430-630pm

 

Rush Hour Music – Dean Milano

4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Complimentary

Singer and songwriter Dean Milano engages in storytelling through his preferred medium, music. Having mastered many styles of music, Milano effortlessly moves between the musical genres of folk, country, rock, ballads, bluegrass and pop.  He spent four years touring with The New Seekers and has been the opening act for the Spencer Davis Group, Bo Diddley, The Kingston Trio in addition to many others.  Come listen from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, July 11 at the Chicago French Market.

Chicago French Market - Bello Tea July Specials

Start your weekday morning 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. with a daily selected hot tea special for $2/$2.50. Stop by 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday for a complimentary Bubble Tea Sampling. GLUTEN FREE and VEGAN options are available. 

Have you tried Matcha?  Many people have reported great energy boosting effects from this fine powder green tea.  Try this amazing product morning or afternoon for a pick-me-up. Dragging mid-day? Bello Tea offers Matcha Shots for $2.00 each from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. just to help you beat the afternoon slump. 

Bello Tea also is offering a 10% discount for online purchases this month. Purchase your Bello Tea favorites from their extensive selection of close to 100 teas and accessories.  Just don’t forget to enter the code JULY10 for this summer discount.