The annual Chicago International Film festival is once again upon us. In its 44th year, the festival runs for two weeks and features everything from documentaries to shorts to full-length films by film makers from all over the globe. Head over to the official festival website where you can find all of the films, locations and show times listed. Tickets range from $7-$16 and can be purchased at the box office or at ticketmaster (we recommend purchasing in advance, especially if you are interested in seeing the much talked about “The Wrestler”).
Once you pick your movie, it’s time to choose your dinner spot. This Friday, there are some sweet restaurant deals that will satisfy your pre or post show hunger pangs:
If you’re in the mood for something light and flavorful stop by Vermillion for their $12 tapas flight (5pm-7pm).
Did you forget to eat lunch and now you are absolutely famished? Try Tizi Melloul’s $35 five course prix-fixe menu and you’ll be feeling full in no time.
If you’re headed out as a couple (whether that be you and your boy toy or you and your BFF), A Mano has a killer three-course dinner for two that’s just $58 (that’s $29 a person for those going dutch).
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