Tastings around town
Mixologist George Cozzi gets into the spirit of the Fourth of July holiday with his festive red, white and blue cocktail, the Patriot -- rum, pina colada mix and strawberry daiquiri mix, topped with whipped cream and floated with blue curacao; $10. The themed drink carries through Bastille Day (July 14). Details: (312) 266-4500.
The bar's Fourth of July party will be held on the rooftop patio at 5 p.m. Thursday where guests will have a view of the city fireworks. The fun continues at 11 a.m. Friday when the bar's daylong party gets under way. A DJ will spin until closing both days.
Holiday-inspired red- and blue-based drinks, including Blue Hawaiians and pomegranate martinis, available from 11 a.m to 1 a.m. Friday. Food specials from 4 to 10 p.m. Details: (773) 478-2100.
A wine tasting including vintages from Pine Ridge Winery, Archery Summit, Chimney Rock, Lohr Estates, Domaine Chandon and Artesa will be from 6 to 9 tonight; $35. Details: (630) 653-6299.
The Taste of Cityscape continues through Sunday; $40.
It includes your choice of a bottle of Mondavi Solaire, Chardonnay or Cabernet Sauvignon and appetizer platter featuring roasted garlic chicken confit, mini Angus beef burgers, buffalo chicken straws and roasted duck tamales. Details: (312) 836-5000.
The restaurant celebrates wines from France's Lyon region during a dinner beginning at 7 p.m. July 8; $61. Wine director James Rahn and chef Charlie Socher prepare a four-course meal with wine pairing for the occasion. Reservations are required. Details: (773) 384-8911.