Free doughnuts and burgers, food trucks at Harris Theater and more things to do in Chicago on Wednesday, March 23.
EAT
Free Doughnuts
11248 S. Michigan Ave. 773-995-7420
Share what you like about your neighborhood with Chicago View and the Roseland Chamber of Commerce and get a free treat. Noon.
Sixth Birthday Bash
161 E. Huron St. 312-254-8500
The chain celebrates the anniversary of its first location by offering your choice of free burger in store with any other purchase—even fries. The deal is also available at the chain’s other locations. 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
DRINK
Cheese, Please!
The Boarding House
720 N. Wells St. 312-280-0720
Owner Alpana Singh hosts a self-guided tasting of wine paired with cheese-focused dishes including fried cheese curds, cheese pizza and fondue. 6-8 p.m. $29. Tickets: theboardinghouse.ticketleap.com
Fire Chief Ale Chili Cook-Off
1 W. Grand Ave. 312-254-0632
Feast on chili made by local firefighters and restaurants including Basil Leaf Cafe and Pranzi paired with a pint of beer at the 20th annual benefit for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. 5:30-8:30 p.m. $15.
DO
Mix at Six
205 E. Randolph Drive 312-334-7777
Catch a one-hour performance by circus act Circa while having cocktails and bites from food trucks. 6 p.m. $10. Tickets: harristheaterchicago.org
HAPPY HOUR OF THE DAY
Seven Lions (130 S. Michigan Ave. 312-880-0130) offers half-price draft beer from 4-6 p.m.
Want to learn how to brew beer or make a craft cocktail? Click here for cocktail classes in Chicago.
