Dining events: Tomatoes galore at Francesca's in Bolingbrook
Francesca's Tomato Fest
Through the end of August, stop by Tomato Fest at Francesca's at The Promenade where all things tomato take center stage. The menu includes burrata cheese with soil-grown tomatoes, arugula and basil pesto; ahi tuna with multicolored tomatoes, arugula and aged balsamic; and sautéed multicolored tomatoes, shrimp, panko bread crumbs, chives, garlic, extra-virgin olive oil and chili flakes. Francesca's at The Promenade is at 641 E. Boughton Road, Bolingbrook. (630) 739-6300 or miafrancesca.com.
Weber Grill hits 25
Weber Grill celebrates its 25th anniversary with a handful of themed specials. That means $25 for a three-course menu featuring a choice of baked onion soup or mixed greens salad; plank grilled bourbon salmon or filet kettle kebab; and a choice of mini triple chocolate Bundt cake or mini house-made cheesecakes. Or grab a $2.50 cocktail and $5 burgers. Weber Grill has suburban locations in Schaumburg and Lombard. Webergrillrestaurant.com.
David's Bistro intros new dinners
David's Bistro recently unveiled a trio of new dinner dishes. Added to chef David Maish's line up are Mediterranean tilapia served over white rice with sauteed imported olives, peppers, onions and tomatoes in a cayenne white wine burre blanc ($18.99); mango salad with pineapple, coconut, pecans, fried sweet potatoes and honey rum pineapple dressing ($16.99); and slow-roasted short ribs with wild mushroom demi glaze ($20.99). Keep an eye out for new breakfast and lunch items, too. David's Bistro is at 883 Main St., Antioch. (847) 603-1196 or davidsbistro.com.