HEAR IT
Tortoise
When is a silent film not a silent film? When it’s “Nosferatu,” the 1922 silent vampire classic loosely based on Bram Stoker’s Dracula, and local indie instrumentalists Tortoise sit in to provide a live soundtrack. The free event (8 p.m. Saturday) is part of Macy’s Day of Music, a 10-hour music marathon at Symphony Center (220 S. Michigan Ave. 312-294-3000).
BUY IT
UGGs
Yeah, we know … UGG boots are kinda 2003. But with the Australian brand opening its first Chicago store in the Gold Coast this week, we’re predicting a brief renaissance. Besides, UGG isn’t just about fuzzy sheepskin boots. The new UGG Australia (909 N. Rush St. 312-255-1280) hawks handbags, scarves, hats, coats – and a selection
TRY IT
WestEnd
Six weeks into football season, it’s time for a change of Sunday scenery. Check out WestEnd Bar and Grill (1326 W. Madison St. 312-981-7100), the latest venture from the folks behind Kirkwood Bar & Grill, Schoolyard Tavern & Grill and other proven football-friendly venues. The West Loop spot, which opened its doors Oct. 6, is outfitted with 35 plasma screens, including six housed within individual booths for private viewing. Read more about WestEnd and other just-opened bars in “New on the Scene” at metromix.com.
DRINK IT
Blue Bayou
If we had our way, we’d be heading south for the winter right about now. Instead, we’ll settle for the next best thing: a tropical drink. Get your fix at Roscoe’s (3356 N. Halsted St. 773-281-3355) with this electric blue concoction of Malibu Rum, Tropical Blue Island Pucker, pineapple juice, sour mix and 7-Up, made by 2007 Metromix Best Bartender finalist Joey Kot. Readers gave the Blue Bayou top marks last week at the 2007 Metromix Best Bartender Bash. Go to metromix.com for video of the party and details about the other competitors drinks. of less clunky footwear too.
EAT IT
Gelato
So what if temps have been flirting with the 40s all week? We’re not going to let a little cold snap get in the way of dessert. The 12 house-made gelato flavors currently on offer at just-opened River North trattoria A Mano (335 N. Dearborn St. 312-629-3500) range from classic (stracciatella) to avant-garde (olive oil), with a few seasonal options (pumpkin) to round things out ($7 for three scoops). The new Italian spot from the crew behind Bin 36 opened Friday.
