If there’s one thing Cupid hates, it’s procrastinators. Check out these sweet events and start planning early.
FastDater Valentine’s Party
No V-Day date yet? No problem. Go on 40 dates in two hours at this party at Joe’s. 7:30 p.m. Feb. 5. $45. Registration required at www.fastdater.com. 940 W. Weed St. 630-759-5001.
Sixth Annual Retro Valentine’s
Day Celebration
Win gift certificates, desserts and more during Kitsch’n’s dating game, fashioned after “The Newlywed Show.” The fast-paced game runs during two seatings Feb. 13-15 (a table version is available for shy diners). Valentine’s Day specials are available, including drunken coconut shrimp with wasabi-honey-rum dipping sauce, Twinkie tiramisu, and chocolate fondue and more. Seatings are every 15 minutes between 6-7:45 p.m. and 8-9:45 p.m. Prices vary. Reservations recommended. 2005 W. Roscoe St. 773-248-7372.
Aphrodisiac Cabaret
This Valentine’s Eve event begins with appetizers, wine and a cooking demonstration by Stephanie Oelsligle of Hot Dish. Ron Hawking performs songs by ultimate ladies’ man Frank Sinatra in “His Way–A Tribute to The Man and His Music.” Desserts provided by Julius Meinl. Part of “Chicago Winter Delights: Just Say Cabaret.” 5:30-10:30 p.m. Feb. 13. $100. Reservations recommended. Boardman’s Urban Kitchen, 455 Cityfront Plaza, 312-644-0606, ext. 121.
Hands-On Champagne Brunch for Two
Cooing couples can sip champagne while preparing and eating Southwestern shrimp cocktail with mango salsa, portabello Benedict, stuffed French toast and maple bacon. 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Feb. 14. $175 per couple. The Chopping Block, 1324 W. Webster Ave. 773-472-6700.
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Trying to snag a date for Valentine’s Day? If you’ve got a good sense of humor and are willing to let our readers follow along on your quest to meet that special someone, we’ve got the perfect gig for you.
We’re looking for several intrepid individuals of all ethnic backgrounds and sexual orientations to check out the singles scene in the tradition of previous Reader Review panels such as the Low-Dough Diners and Beer Garden Guys. We’ll send each participant to a variety of singles-friendly spots to see what they’re willing to do make a love connection. You get to get in on the action by helping us pick the daters and then voting for your favorite.
Interested? Apply at metromix.com. If we think you’re a good fit, we’ll contact you.
