Tastings around town
It's an American celebration, Latin style, as the restaurant kicks off a two-day Fourth of July bash on Friday with $5 "beertails" by mixologist Adam Seger, including Micheladas and Spiced Rumbrews, and a $27, three-course Latin barbecue menu. (312) 664-2727.
Red, white and blue-based drinks and some beers will be available for $4 from 11 a.m. to 3 a.m. Saturday. (773) 478-2100.
The bar holds a Red, White and Brew celebration Friday through Sunday with food and drink specials including $3 Pabst Blue Ribbon bottles, a "Born in the USA" bacon cheeseburger for $10.50 and Southern fried apple pie for $6. (773) 772-6656.
The restaurant toasts Mexican artist Frida Kahlo's birthday from 11:30 a.m. to 2 a.m. Monday with a round of $5 Frida Margaritas, made with Don Julio Blanco Tequila, triple sec and lime juice. (312) 302-9977.
The sky-high restaurant is the site of a five-course Zaca Mesa wine dinner at 6:30 p.m. July 9 highlighting picks from the Santa Ynez Valley winery; $75. Courses by chef Patrick Sheerin include tempura-battered frog legs paired with a 2007 Viognier and grilled beef short ribs served with a 2005 Z Three. (312) 280-0472.
More than 100 crafted and imported beers will be showcased during the Beers of Summer Festival from 7:30 to 11 tonight; $20. (312) 666-6775.
Send details on drink-related events at least two weeks in advance to tastings@suntimes.com.