SUMMER FUN

SHOW DATE: Saturday, July 1, 2000 10:35 PM and
Sunday, July 2, 2000 10:30 AM on ABC 7 WLS-TV Chicago

Special Guests:

- Randy Duncan, a noted Chicago choreographer, shares his choreographic experience with Zoot Suit, showing at the Chicago's Goodman Theater.

Restaurants Featured:

-Our very own Liza Cruzat tantalizes our taste buds and gives us a few sensational summer Al Fresco dining ideas. We visit the Greek Pegasus Restaurant and Tavern, The Garden in the Art Institute and Thyme restaurant.

Equipment Featured:

-Interested in grilling outside of the kitchen this summer, but aren't sure what kind of grill to use? Janet checks out Weber Grills' newest line of grills for summer 2000.

Places Featured:

- The Chicago River is developing into a major hot spot for tours, lunch dates, relaxation and love. One can float on a tour boat, get married on a gondola, or satisfy hunger at the riverfront cafes. Janet Davies takes a stroll along the river to find what the splash of excitement is all about.

 
EXTRA Information on Randy Duncan and Zoot Suit

-Randy Duncan is a well-known choreographer throughout the Chicagoland area. He worked on Zoot Suit, a musical playing at the Goodman Theater until July 30th. Zoot Suit, written by Chicano playwright Luis Valdez, is a drama based on the 1942 murder trial of Hispanic gang members in Los Angeles. Throughout the musical, Duncan was challenged to coordinate many different dance styles of both Big Band swing and Latino salsa. For information on ticket reservations contact the Goodman Theater at

(312) 443-3800

or check out their website

http://www.goodman-theatre.org

EXTRA Information on Alfresco Dining

Summer weather brings the desire to tempt our taste buds outdoors. There is nothing more relaxing or enjoyable than eating outside. Liza Cruzat takes a look at three of Chicago's top locations for alfresco dining. The Garden is located in the middle of the Art Institute of Chicago. Seating 30o, it is one of Chicago's largest outdoor eateries.
The Garden is open for lunch everyday and every Tuesday one can catch some Jazz from 4:30-7:30 P.M. For more information, call (312) 443-3600.
Pegasus Restaurant and Taverna is located at 130 South Halsted in Greek Town and serves a variety of authentic Greek dishes. With the skyline in the distance, Pegasus' rooftop offers a beautiful scene for appetizers and drinks. On the bottom floor, one can order octopus, saganaki or gyros. For a taste of Greece, both in the food and atmosphere, call Pegasus for reservations or for more information at (312) 226-3377.
Thyme is the perfect place to experience true outdoor dining luxury. With the sparkling lights wrapped around tree trunks and the gentle wind breezing through, Thyme restaurant emphasizes the elegant taste of summer evenings. To savor the flavor call Thyme for reservations at (312) 226-4300.

Thyme Restaurant
464 North Halsted
Chicago, IL 60622

Visit their website at

www.Thymechicago.com

 

 

EXTRA Information on Weber Grills

-Some of summer's best memories are made right in the backyard and of course some of summer's best smells are from outdoor grills. Weber Grills have been around since 1952 and keep improving. The new line of grills includes new names, new features and new sizes. For a catalog of the new grills and/or recipes for spectacular summer meal ideas, call 1-800-GRILL-OUT.
EXTRA Information on Chicago's Riverfront

-Strolling along the riverfront will soon have the same feel as sauntering along a river in Italy. Mayor Daley has many plans to develop the riverside with cafes and a variety of activities. One now can observe the architecture and beauty of Chicago while floating down the river on a tour boat or relax and fall in love while drifting in a gondola. Mayor Daley wants to create landscaped plazas, staircases from Wacker Drive to the water and a bunch of restaurants and shops. The future holds big plans for our Chicago River.

Wendella Sightseeing Boats
For reservations call (312) 337-1446
Visit their website:
www.wendellaboats.com

Old World Gondoliers
At the Cubby Bear RiverWalk Café
A regular single fare is $15 per person
Hours of Operation
Tuesday-Thursday 12pm-8pm
Friday-Saturday 12pm-9pm
Sunday 12pm-6pm
Call for reservations (312) 543-5819

Extra dining fun on the Chicago River include the following,

O'Brien's Restaurant and Bar
Lalo's
The Cubby Bear
Cyrano's Bistrot and Wine Bar

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