Make Friday The 13th A 'Thirsty' One

Thirsty Girl founder Leslie Sbrocco hosts a wine-focused event at Sushi Samba rio. (Photo: Thirsty Girl)

Now, she looks like fun!

Thirsty Girl founder Leslie Sbrocco is coming to Sushi Samba Rio Friday, May 13, bringing delight to a day most folks dread.

The 16-town tour wouldn't be complete without stopping in our fair city, and this highly recognized wine and lifestyle expert aims to spread her knowledge to those who attend this lively after-work event.

Old Town Social Chef Kicks Off 'Meet The Market'

Old Town Social Executive Chef Jared Van Camp (Photo: Old Town Social)

So, this is pretty sweet.

Old Town Social's super star chef Jared Van Camp is on Green City Market's brand new junior board and he's kicking off the season (which begins today, by the way) with an awesome event series.

This Photo Is Making Me Thirsty!

Raise your hand if you're drinking Margaritas on Cinco de Mayo!

With Mother's Day celebrations happening all over town this weekend, you can't be getting all jacked up before you take her out.

But man is it tempting with all the Cinco de Mayo and Kentucky Derby events going down.

Here are some you don't want to miss because it's so hard to turn down a good Margarita or Mint Julep:

He's Cooking For One Lucky Reader!

Paul Virant photo via Chicago Reader

Thanks to all who entered the contest to win dinner for two at Perennial Virant, which opens in Lincoln Park in mid-May.

But there was only one winner, and Harold Smith's heartfelt email about how he wanted to take his foodie momma out for a nice dinner pulled on my heartstrings:

Worst Pickup Line Ever: 'I Got A Groupon'

Photo via runninginheels.com

I'm all about a great dining deal, and I'm sure you are too.

But this story right here is not the business.

So guy meets girl at house party. Girl is somewhat interested in guy, but appropriately hesitant because he's aggressively pursuing her.

Here's her story:

Blackbird Chef Hosts 'Shift Drinks'

Donnie Madia, David Posey and Paul Kahan of Blackbird. (Photo: Blackbird)

David Posey, the chef de cuisine at Blackbird, guest bartends May 2 at industry fave Shift Drinks at Watershed.

This is the first time the talented toque's taking part in the monthly affair and we're excited about his concoction. He's apparently cold smoking North Shore #11 Gin over Applewood for his Smoked Negroni. Woot?!

Brunch Service Launches at Davanti Enoteca

Truffle Egg Toast with fontina and asparagus is on Davanti Enoteca's new brunch menu. (Photo: 312 Dining Diva)

Oh Lordy.

If you thought it was hard before to get in at Davanti Enoteca, just wait until brunch starts this weekend.

Don't Be Surprised If You Run Into . . .

. . . Lady Gaga this weekend.

The mega pop star checked into a luxe Gold Coast hotel Thursday, and according to my Ultimate Insider, "She is occupying a full floor with her team and she has two suites (one for her and one for her clothes)." She's in town to tape the Oprah show Friday.