Lynn House Set For Sundance's 'Behind the Bar Series'

Hennessy KAWS models with Blackbird Chief Mixologist Lynn House (second, left). (Photo: Hennessy)

Mega props go out to Blackbird's super star mixologist Lynn House, who announced Friday that she's been selected for Sundance's Behind the Bar Series.

She wrote on Facebook:

It's Official....I got selected for the Sundance Channel's Behind the Bar Series. Coming to NYC to film third week of February. I intend to make a few visits while there. Look out Big Apple...House will be in the House."

Congrats, Lynn!

Trenchermen's Pop-Up Valentine's Day Dinner

Trenchermen chefs Patrick Sheerin (left) and Michael Sheerin. (Photo: via Grubstreet Chicago)

Hard-core foodie couples don't have to wait until March for Trenchermen to open.

That's because they're doing a series of pop-up dinners for those celebrating Valentine's Day at Logan Square Kitchen Feb. 12-14.

Helmed by high-profile chef brothers Michael Sheerin (Blackbird) and Patrick Sheerin (Signature Room), the restaurant is expected to be one of the top openings of the year. Its style is fine dining-casual, with a nod to seasonal ingredients and adventurous takes on familiar dishes.

The Bombshell of the Day!

Andrew Brochu (Photo via StarChefs.com)

Eater Chicago breaks the news that Andrew Brochu (formerly of Alinea, Pops for Champagne, Kith & Kin and most recently EL) will take over the reigns at graham elliot Feb. 1 as the restaurant moves to a tasting menu-only format:

The Most Sinful Chocolate Treats in Town

Devil's food cake, chocolate mousse, and marshmallow make up the delectable Slice of Prime dessert at Primehouse. (Photo via Michigan Avenue)

I'm sorry to do this to you seeing that you've been so damn good watching what you've been eating so far this year, but when it comes to chocolate I have no self control.

That's why I was more than happy to do a roundup of the Top 10 most sinful chocolate treats in town for the February issue of Michigan Avenue.

Hum's 'Kung Fu Girl Sangria' Looks Delish!

Adam Seger's Kung Fu Girl Sangria for Penny's Noodles. (Photo: Adam Seger)

Celebrated cocktail master Adam Seger is on the move again.

This time the guy behind Hum liqueur teamed up with the folks at Penny's Noodle Shop in Bucktown to create a few Hum-infused, Asian-focused elixirs.

'The Soiree Series' Underground Party Returns

The Chicago Cabaret Project's "The Soiree Series" is an underground live performance/party taking place in fabulous Chicago homes. (Photos: Chicago Cabaret Project)

Last summer I introduced readers to the first-ever The Soiree Series, hosted by The Chicago Cabaret Project.

The theater troupe distinguished itself from other performing-arts collectives by throwing a fabulous underground cocktail party in a posh Lincoln Park mansion that included interactive cabaret performances and bubbly that followed for hours on end.

That event was so awesome—and unique to Chicago's nightlife scene—that I've been wondering when the next one would happen.

Well, I just got the details, and you'll want to sign up for this one ASAP.

Paul Kahan's Guide To Chicago

Paul Kahan and one of his favorite hangs, Danny's Tavern in Bucktown. (Photo of Danny's via GQ.com).

The award-winning Blackbird chef Paul Kahan gives mad props to some of his favorite local hangs in the current issue of GQ, including the likes of Logan Square newcomer Yusho, Lula Cafe and iconic Bucktown night spot Danny's Tavern.

He even gave a shout out to Great Lake, the madly popular pizza joint in Andersonville. Those not in the know, however, should beware: The dishy men's mag has it labeled in Lincoln Park.

Whoops!

'Fight Hunger' Menu Highlight of 1st Anniversary

Barrio Urban Taqueria's interior. (Photo: Barrio Urban Taqueria)

It's the first anniversary for Barrio Urban Taqueria in Lakeview, and to honor the occasion they've teamed up with Greater Chicago Food Depository to do some good in the 'hood.

Executive Chef Martin Cabrera has created a special Fight Hunger menu of signature dishes such as nachos de barrio, enchiladas en mole poblano and chuletas de puerco. Guests may also order a Smokey Roja or Cucumber-Jalapeño Margarita, and a portion of the proceeds from the drinks and food benefit the charity through Jan. 23.