Lincoln Square Celebrates the Holiday Season with THE SUNNYSIDE OF LINCOLN - HOLIDAY EDITION JOURNEY THROUGH EUROPE, Monday, Dec. 15 from 6 - 9 p.m.

Bistro Campagne, Due Lire, The Grafton and homesoul Host Their Second Annual Holiday Block Party Celebrating their European Holiday Traditions Including Live Music, Deschutes Brewery Sampling, Two Drinks and Two Dishes at Each Location

CHICAGO – Bistro Campagne, Due Lire, The Grafton and homesoul come together to host The Sunnyside of Lincoln Holiday Edition Journey Through Europe, Monday, Dec. 15 from 6 – 9 p.m. This event, unique to the Lincoln Square neighborhood, is a celebration of the businesses’ European Holiday traditions and a collaboration between four neighboring businesses along a section of the west sidewalk of Lincoln Ave. between Sunnyside and Wilson Avenue (4518 – 4530 N. Lincoln Ave). The festive event features two drinks (wine, beer or hot cocktails) and two dishes featured by each of the restaurants.

All liquor and food is served in each restaurant with guests free to move from one space to the next with their beverages. Admission to the event is $50 and may be purchased at http://sunnysideholiday.bpt.me/. For additional information contact Bistro Campagne at 773.271.6100. Participants must be 21 years or older to attend the event and capacity is limited to 100 people.

Participant and Menu information below:

Bistro Campagne 4518 N. Lincoln Ave., 773.271.6100,

The French countryside bistro, focuses on organic, sustainably farmed ingredients and wine, in a warm and rustic, Craftsman style setting.

Drinks: Hot Calvados Apple Cider and 2013 Chateau de Montfaucon Rose

Food: Magret de Canard with Rillettes de Canard aux Pommes Chutney D’Oignons: Smoked Duck Breast Canape and Duck Rillette with Mick Klug Apple-Onion Chutney and Rôti Hachage de Canard avec purée de Patates Douces: Roasted Duck Hash and Mashed Sweet Potatoes.

The Grafton Pub & Grill, 4530 N. Lincoln Ave, 773.271.9000

A cozy, authentic pub features some of Chicago’s best Irish comfort food and pub grub with an extensive rotating list of craft beers, and more than 90 whiskeys from around the world.

Drinks: Deschutes Brewery “Jubelale Winter Warmer” and Assortment of Belgium and Belgium-inspired Ales

Food: Corned Beef with Potatoes and Parsley Infused Béchamel Sauce and Chocolate Bread Pudding with Caramel Sauce.

Due Lire Vino & Cucina, 4520 N. Lincoln Ave., 773.275.7878

Due Lire offers a dynamic menu of authentic Italian recipes made with seasonal and local ingredients with a contemporary twist.

Drinks: NV Prosecco Giancarlo and 2010 Saracco Pinot Nero

Food: Zuppa di Pesce: Seafood Stew in a Spicy Tomato Broth with Grilled Bread and
Dolce di Natale: Traditional Italian Holiday Sweet Bread stuffed with assorted mousse and creams.

homesoul, 4526 N. Lincoln Ave., 773.654.1583

Named “Best New Business” by the Lincoln Square/Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce, one finds a blend of inspiring new home accessories, unique vintage finds, and original art from local artists.

• homesoul will offer a 10% discount to Sunnyside of Lincoln ticket holders.

NEW this year!

New to the Holiday edition is Deschutes Brewery pouring samples of their “Jubelale Winter Warmer” at the Grafton. “The Lincoln Avenue Carolers” singing seasonal favorites will provide live Holiday music.

Bistro Campagne, Due Lire, The Grafton and homesoul come together to host The Sunnyside of Lincoln Holiday Edition Journey Through Europe, Monday, Dec. 15 from 6 – 9 p.m. This event, unique to the Lincoln Square neighborhood, is a celebration of the businesses’ European Holiday traditions and a collaboration between four neighboring businesses along a section of the west sidewalk of Lincoln Ave. between Sunnyside and Wilson Avenue (4518 – 4530 N. Lincoln Ave). The festive event features two drinks (wine, beer or hot cocktails) and two dishes featured by each of the restaurants.

All liquor and food is served in each restaurant with guests free to move from one space to the next with their beverages. Admission to the event is $50 and may be purchased at http://sunnysideholiday.bpt.me/. For additional information contact Bistro Campagne at 773.271.6100. Participants must be 21 years or older to attend the event and capacity is limited to 100 people.

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