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Home » Oktoberfest

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Fading Memories of Germany

by Jeff Huebner August 27, 2020August 18, 2021

Lincoln Square artist Lothar Speer said he’d restore his prominent German heritage mural. But as the neighborhood has become less German and more gentrified, he wonders if anyone really cares anymore.

Posted inBlogs

Judging Chicago’s first Bacon and Beer Classic

by Julia Thiel October 13, 2015August 18, 2021

The best pilsners, lagers, and a few bonus beers from the Bacon and Beer Classic.

Posted inBlogs

The power is on: Metropolitan bottles its Generator doppelbock

by Philip Montoro January 6, 2014December 1, 2021

Even if you’re not planning to fast for Lent, you’ll want to lay up a few six-packs of Metropolitan’s Generator doppelbock.

Posted inBlogs

Oktoberfest shootout: Metropolitan, Revolution, and Two Brothers

by Philip Montoro September 30, 2013August 19, 2021

Some of the best Oktoberfest beers available in Chicago were brewed right here.

Posted inBlogs

Reader’s Agenda Sat 9/28: Hyde Park Jazz Festival, Monument, and a Chicago-style Oktoberfest

by Jillian Sandler September 28, 2013August 19, 2021

What’s on the Reader‘s Agenda for Saturday, September 28

Posted inBlogs

Fall farmers’ markets and other food and drink events

by Meg Pier October 11, 2012August 19, 2021

The last week of farmer’s markets and plenty of fall harvest celebrations make up this week’s food and drink events

Posted inBlogs

Mash Tun Oktoberfest and other food and drink events

by Meg Pier October 4, 2012August 19, 2021

Craft Spirits Week takes over Chicago’s food and drink event scene, with still more Oktoberfests, beer festivals, wine festivals, and dinners paired with spirits and ciders

Posted inBlogs

The Reader’s Agenda: Sun 9/30

by Drew Hunt September 30, 2012August 19, 2021

What’s on the Agenda for Sunday, September 30, 2012

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Chicago Gourmet and other food and drink events

by Meg Pier September 27, 2012August 19, 2021

Fall-themed events like Apple Fest and Oktoberfest usher in the new season, while artisan wines, cheeses, and spirits abound in the city this week

Posted inBlogs

One Sip: Oktoberfest beers

by Jason Baldacci October 10, 2011August 19, 2021

Beverage director Jason Baldacci (Webster’s Wine Bar, the Bluebird, Telegraph Wine Bar) offers his picks for Oktoberfest beers.

Posted inBlogs

This Week’s Food and Drink Events

by Sam Worley October 6, 2010August 19, 2021

A pie contest, a vegan festival, a German buffet, and more.

Posted inBlogs

10/1—Free Bratwurst Buffet

by Sam Worley October 1, 2010August 19, 2021

Tonight from 5 to 8 PM, Faith & Whiskey serves a free bratwurst buffet as part of its Oktoberfest Kickoff Party.

Posted inBlogs

10/2-10/3—Oktoberfest at Saint Benedict’s

by Robin Peterson October 1, 2010August 19, 2021

St. Benedict’s holds its 45th annual Oktoberfest.

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This Week’s Food and Drink Events

by Sam Worley September 23, 2010August 19, 2021

Pumpkin beer, burgers, ribs, and more.

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Heads Up

by Julia Thiel October 9, 2008August 19, 2021

This week’s talks, tastings, and events.

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