Chicago Weekend Events: Meets Unique Collectibles

With some coming to an impetuous end, for some this weekend may be the last call to find unique gifts.  On Friday and Saturday, ‘Meet Illinois Artisans’ presents a rare opportunity to score one-of-a-kind collectibles from the artists, who created them. Featured attractions include art-making demonstrations, starting at 1 PM and until 5 PM at the Water Works Visitor Information Center of the Historic Pumping Station | 163 E. Pearson

(Admission is free).

Mike Ditka’s | 100 East Chestnut | 312.587.8989

If hunger pangs are in overdrive, choose from one of the following convenient destinations for dinner:

A)

Choice-A assures a casual vibe at Mike Ditka’s, which is on Chestnut, one and a half block west of the Pumping Station. The menu boasts several options from mega salads, burgers or even an omega-rich catch of the day. (Prices are $16 - $25/per person without an alcoholic beverage)

Eve Chicago | 840 North Wabash Avenue | 312.266.3383

B)

For those who prefer to experiment and discover a mélange of different flavors, Eve Chicago might be the solution. Although the menu shows the usual suspects, expect a unique interpretations, like the foie gras burger, grilled chicken leg confit with maitakes and goat cheese fondue.  (Prices per person person without an alcoholic beverage, average  $24 - $35)