NOW OPEN: Extra Virgin
Restaurants-America announces their newest addition to the Chicago dining scene, Extra Virgin, now open at 741 W. Randolph, Chicago. Extra Virgin is an enoteca, or Italian wine bar, featuring a combination of small plates created for communal dining, in addition to a "your choice" antipasto board, bruschetta, flatbreads, salads and large plates that include a unique selection of pasta and more. Overseeing the kitchen is Chef Nick Van Wassenhove, who has played a major role in the development of some of Chicago's most famous and successful restaurants. With its Tuscan tiling and figure photography, the atmosphere is sensual and warm, promoting a sense of community, conversation and adventurous dining. Open daily for dinner; lunch service to be added in December. For reservations, please call 312.474.0700.

Bar Louie to Open in Orland Park, Champaign
Watch for two new Bar Louie locations to open this December at 14335 S. LaGrange Road in Orland Park and 510 E. John Street in Champaign, IL. Stay tuned to www.restaurants-america.com for updates.

Gift Cards They'll Eat Up for the Holidays
Restaurants-America gift cards are perfect for holiday gift giving. Gift cards are available in any amount over $25 and can be redeemed at any Restaurants-America location nationwide. And for a limited time, you will receive one $25 gift card FREE for every $100 in gift cards you purchase! The more you buy, the more you save. This special gift card rate is available November 25, 2005 through January 1, 2006. To purchase gift cards, visit any Restaurants-America location for your best tasting shopping trip ever! For locations, please visit www.restaurants-america.com.

Events America Now Booking Holiday Parties
Still haven't booked your company's holiday party yet? Let the professionals at Events America lend a hand! Choose from festively decorated venues in Chicago and suburbs including Bar Louie, Nick & Tony's, The Grillroom, One North and Red Star Tavern. With accommodations for up to 500 guests, award-winning menus, friendly staff and more, Events America can help you plan every detail of your function within your budget. Call Events America at 1.866.888.2900 today for a free consultation. Don't delay - locations are booking quickly.

Bar Louie Evanston Presents "Digestion Fest"
For post-Thanksgiving dinner partying, visit Bar Louie Evanston for "Digestion Fest," hosted by Jagermeister, the self-proclaimed "original digestion aid" from Germany. Jagermeister giveaways, $5 Jager Bombs and a complimentary appetizer buffet are part of the digestion festivities. Bar Louie Evanston will be open for "Digestion Fest" on Thanksgiving Day, November 24th, from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Call 847.733.8300.


New Menu Items at Bar Louie
Bar Louie's got a new menu with some exciting new choices... Try Bacon Wrapped Dates filled with spicy chorizo ($6.99); Potstickers served with Thai chili and peanut sauces ($7.99); Salted Pretzels with a trio of sauces ($5.99) or the Spicy Meatball Pasta ($10.99). Of course, all of your old favorites are still available as well. To find the Bar Louie location closest to you, visit www.barlouieamerica.com.



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