Looking for something to do this Valentine's Day? Check out our list of things happening on this Lover's Day, Tuesday February 14, as well as throughout the month of February. Want more things to do this month? Also check out our
Guide to February 2012.
Cupid's Crawl will kick off at Deuce's and The Diamond Club at 7 p.m. on Saturday, February 11, followed by stops at Vines on Clark, John Barleycorn, and Red Ivy. Crawlers will be given a wristband for specials including: $3 Coors Lights, $4 Absolut "Flavors of Love" and $5 Absolut, Jameson and Malibu cocktails at each stop on the crawl. Cost is free minus whatever you pay for drinks.
Inspired by the roaring 20s, chef Derek Simcik delivers a menu of oysters Rockefeller, lobster thermidor, filet with carrots and turnips and tarte tatin. $48 per person. Additional $20 for wine pairing. 5–11 p.m.
Ballroom Dance Chicago is offering Tango and Salsa dancing lessons. Complimentary wine and hors d'oeuvres will be served. $70 per couple. Spots fill up quickly. Call 312-504-5866 to schedule a lesson.
Celebrate Valentine's Day by making a meal that's sure to be both romantic and memorable. You and your partner will heat up the kitchen as you learn cooking techniques, sip prosecco, and prepare an array of international gourmet small plates with hands-on instruction. Complimentary prosecco is included. Menu includes Grilled Shrimp with Cocoa Nib Romesco, Sweet Potato Pancakes with Crispy Prosciutto and Sour Cream, and Chocolate Pretzel Cookies with Mexican Hot Chocolate Dipping Sauce
For 11 days, Geja's will offer sparkling champagne, live flamenco and classical guitarists and photo keepsakes to accompany its fondue cuisine. Nightly specials include "Love Note Wednesday" on February 8 and "Double Anniversary Discounts" on Monday, February 6. $105 per person. Seatings at 5pm, 7:30pm and 10pm.
Run with your heart this Valentine's Day by running the Cupid's Chase 5K Run in Chicago. Walkers and on-site registration welcome. Advance registration is $35. If you register on-site, the day of the run, the registration fee increases to $50. Race is at 1765 N Stockton Drive (SW corner of Stockton and W. LaSalle Drive). Check the race's Web site for start time.
Mercadito's "Single and Ready to Mingle" five-course sharing menu is perfect for a group of friends ($55 a person, 5 p.m. –1 a.m.). For those in a relationship, learn how to prepare chef Patricio's four-course menu with paired cocktails the day before Valentine's. $75 per person. 7pm.
