HIDDEN AGENDA
Isn’t that sweet?
Give Me Some Sugar cooking classes, 312-546-4788, givesugar.com
Check it out if you … Want to learn more about cooking but can’t seem to fit other classes into your schedule, are looking for a sweet way to entertain a bunch of friends, would like to prepare a meal for someone special but don’t know how.
The details: Give Me Some Sugar offers a series of about two-hour cooking classes taught in your home, at times you request. Led by Chef Alekka Sweeney, a pastry instructor at Kendall College, classes cost about $65 per person but can be more or less expensive depending on how many people are in the session. Lessons include food, aprons, recipes for everything you make and a goody bag with equipment. The “I Love Chocolate” class, which teaches you to make lollipops, turtles, truffles, fudge and nut toffee, is especially popular. Give Me Some Sugar also offers monthly classes at TipsyCake (1043 N. California Ave.) for $65. The next available one is March 15.
The payoff: A meal where you’ll take away skills instead of just leftovers.
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SATURDAY
Chinese New Year parade
Uptown
Starts with traditional dragon and lion dances and Kung Fu demonstrations. Floats and bands proceed from Argyle Street to Sheridan Road, south to Lawrence Avenue and north on Broadway to Argyle Street. Noon. Hip Sing Association, 1121 W. Argyle St. 773-334-6537.
REDEYE/MMX PICK
Flip cup tournament
Wrigleyville
Teams of six play drinking games during a benefit competition.2 p.m. Casey Moran’s, 3660 N. Clark St. 773-880-4133. $25
Chili cook-off
IRVING PARK
BYO chili and compete in the contest (registration isn’t required), or just bring your appetite and sample the contenders’ versions. Includes an Irish jam session after the food fest. 2 p.m. $5. Lizard’s Liquid Lounge, 3058 W. Irving Park Rd. 773-463-7599.
Pre-Valentine’s Day sassy soiree
South Chicago
Indulge in appetizers, chocolates and wine and spend a few additional bucks for a manicure ($15-$20) or chair massage ($10). 6 p.m. Pre-purchase required. Hide Away Sweet, 1837 E. 72nd St. 708-785-9826. $12-$15
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SUNDAY
Chinese New Year parade
Chinatown
Features a 100-foot-long dragon float and traditional Chinese lion dance. The parade begins at Wentworth Avenue and 24th Street, then heads north on Wentworth to Cermak Road.1 p.m. Sunday. 2400 S. Wentworth Ave. 312-326-5320.
Restaurant week
Various locations
Dine on three-course lunch ($24.09) and dinner ($29.09) menus. Participants include Cafe Bernard (2100 N. Halsted St.), Cafe Matou (1846 N. Milwaukee Ave.), Dinotto Ristorante (215 W. North Ave.), Prosecco (710 N. Wells St.) and more. Through Feb. 6. Reservations required. Contact: chicagooriginals.com. Prices vary.
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WEEKEND
An Exhibition of Pride
Navy Pier
A monthlong display honoring President Obama and other African-American notables features photos and video chronicling the president’s campaign and election. Through Feb. 28. Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave. 312-595-7437.
Strictly Sail Chicago
Navy Pier
The 14th annual show features the newest sailboats, gear and accessories, plus seminars, celeb speakers, kids’ activities and more. 9 a.m. Tickets: strictlysailchicago.com. Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave. 401-841-0900. $12-$15;$24 for two-day passes; free for kids ages 15 and under.
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THE GAMER
Who’s playing at home this weekend
Wolves vs. Houston
Saturday, 7 p.m., Allstate Arena
Addiction Sports Bar and Grill Super Bowl Party
West Town
Includes a viewing of the game on TV, free food at halftime, $2 domestic bottles and $4 bloody marys. 5 p.m. No cover. Addiction Sports Bar and Grill, 1023 W. Lake St. 312-421-8845.
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Super Bowl Pig Roast
Wrigleyville
Includes a buffet, beer and select cocktails. The first 100 people to reserve spots will be entered to win a plasma HDTV, a Blu-ray player and other prizes. 4 p.m. Murphy’s Bleachers, 3655 N. Sheffield Ave. 773-281-5356. $50
