National Coffee Day, fall fashion and more things to do in Chicago on Thursday, Sept. 29.
EAT
Chef Naomi Pomeroy Menu Takeover
837 W. Fulton Market 312-733-9555
The James Beard Award-winning chef behind Portland’s Beast prepares an a la carte menu of dishes from her new cookbook, “Taste & Technique,” including hearts of romaine with pistachio vinaigrette, seared scallop with arugula pesto and chicken liver mousse with pickled figs. 3:30-10:30 p.m. Reservations recommended.
DRINK
National Coffee Day
43 E. Ohio St. 312-521-8700
Get a free espresso or drip coffee with any pastry purchase at the River North shop, which also offers all Lavazza ground and whole-bean coffee half-price through Sunday. 8 a.m.-11 p.m.
Moscow Mule Tasting
326 N. Morgan St. 312-973-1336
Try five spins on the classic cocktail made with different liquors and types of ginger beer. Appetizers, a copper mug and admission to the launch of the restaurant’s new all-you-can-eat brunch buffet on Oct. 1 are included. 6:30 p.m. $30. Tickets: smack-shack.com/Chicago
1516 Release Party
2375 N. Milwaukee Ave. 773-276-0270
Try Goose Island’s new smoked Bavarian kellerbier served with a whole roast pig, brats and other German fare. Tickets include three beers, a custom glass and food, and a limited supply of stickers and posters will be given away. Proceeds benefit Growing Power. 7-9 p.m. $10. Tickets: eventbrite.com
DO
Fall Fashion Event (Free!)
2039 W. Roscoe St. 773-935-2820
Style by Deco wardrobe service founder Debbie Kahn offers advice on how to shop for your body type and the season’s top trends while you enjoy complimentary light bites and a 20 percent discount on Evi Simjan shoes. You’ll also take home a voucher for a free hour-long styling session with Kahn. 6-9 p.m.
HAPPY HOUR OF THE DAY
Highline (169 W. Kinzie St. 312-533-2742) offers $5 build-your-own Svedka Moscow mules and a free pizza buffet from 5-8 p.m.
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