Breakfast fit for lineman Israel Idonije

Posted December 03, 2009 10:00 pm

By Sara Hooker

Fill up on Israel Idonije's favorite breakfast and help those in need. Park 52 features the "Station 71" in honor of the Bears defensive tackle, which includes a fried catfish filet, two eggs any style, grits and toast. A dollar of the $15 cost will go to the Israel Idonije Foundation, a nonprofit organization that provides educational support and life assistance to disadvantaged communities.

Info: Brunch is served 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Sunday at Park 52, 5201 S. Harper Ave., Chicago. (772) 241-5200 or park52chicago.com.

12 wines of the holidays

The countdown to Christmas may never sound sweeter after celebrating with the 12 wines of the holidays at Il Poggiolo. Enjoy palate-tempting pours such as Velvet Devil Merlot and Kung Fu Girl Reisling. Wine is $8 a glass and $32 a bottle during the 12 days of Christmas, Dec. 12 through Dec. 23. Or enjoy specialty cocktails such as Christmas Kiss and Festivus all month long.

Info: Il Poggiolo is at 8 E. First St., Hinsdale. Call (630) 734-9400 or visit ilpoggiolohinsdale.com.

BBQ Nite

It's all barbecue at Chandler's on Thursdays. Choose from full slabs, half slabs of baby back ribs or half slabs and chicken.

Chandler's Chophouse is at 401 N. Roselle Road, Schaumburg. Call (847) 885-9009 or visit chandlerschophouse.com.

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