24.11 by boiMAGazine & boiMAG.com

ISSUE 24.11

You might notice that in this issue, we don’t have a “cover boi” page. Lately we’ve been so jam-packed with content and ads that we haven’t had room. Rather than eliminate this popular feature as we had to do last issue (and believe me I got all sorts of mail wanting to know about the man with the big peppermint stick), we’re placing the info here in place of my regular column. I figured you wanted to know about the hot guys than me blathering on about the issue you were holding in your hands. So I’ll stop and give you the 411 on our current “cover boi”.

UNWRAP CHICAGO II NEW YEARS EVE • HOLIDAY DINING

3700 N. Halsted St. #2S Chicago, IL 60613

773.975.0264

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Corey is a bartender at a straight club in the River North area. He recently moved here from Philadelphia to attend dental college. Yes everyone, one day this man may be stuffing your mouth with his instruments. Here is what he had to say:

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“I’ve always worked as a bartender as I put myself through school. I come from a large family (nine brothers and three are gay, possibly four... we all think so, but he hasn’t said anything yet) and my dad’s a mechanic so my parents paying for school wasn’t even an option. Back home I mostly worked in hotel and restaurant bars, but when I came to Chicago I decided to work in night clubs. The money’s much better, and it’s easier to keep my mind on my studies during the day.

Cover BOI: Corey Taylor

I think I’m kind of weird, I mean what little kid says he wants to be a dentist when he grows up? It’s what I’ve always wanted to do, so I guess it’s no surprise that the first thing I notice about a guy is his smile. I’m literally a sucker for a nice set of pearly whites, and no I don’t mean figuratively.... lol boi

Mike Macharello Rick Karlin

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New years eve bar events UNWRAP CHICAGO, part 2 last minute GIFTS how to be a perfect holiday host holiday dining out restaurant LISTINGS HOLIDAY DINING christmas music karen mason interview in the know, on the go! ask ace bars and clubs directory

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Cheers! There are so many options for how to spend New Year’s Eve. If you want to go out, but haven’t yet decided where, here’s the info that was available to us as we went to press, all presented in an easy to read chart. Sorry if we missed anyone. Remember, it’s better to go to a party than have a party! Let someone else do all the work while you have all the fun. It may well be worth the price of admission and drinks to go out than to supply the neighborhood with costly food and drinks, meanwhile leaving you with a mess to clean up! Also, leave the hassle of driving to someone else, several bus and rail routes will have later service hours to accommodate for the party night and offer a safe option for travelers... taxis will also be out in full force. Club/Party Theme Aragon Ballroom Berlin

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Cage the Elephants performs Art installation by Nestor, live performance by Daan, DJ Cell Block $3.50 you call it drinks, buffet Circuit “Extravaganza” Drinking, dancing, performances and a midnight toast countdown by Paola Bracho and Suadhi Couture. Downtown A straightforward midnight toast and maybe a few noisemakers Flat Iron Burlesque, performance art, live music, futuristic night club décor inspired by Fritz “Metropolis Ball” Lang’s “Metropolis”. Hydrate Open premium bar (8-1) food coat check, “Dance Until the World Ends” dessert, live entertainment, queer-funk band, Daan & DJ. Limited tickets available Jackhammer It’s not a fight club themed event, it’s a military attire party, however it is a battle of the DJs, in “The Battle for 2012” this case Phil DaBeatz and Chris Eterno. Kit Kat Lounge Voted the “Best Place to Spend NYE” by Time Out Chicago, the lounge is offering a “Glitz & Glam” four course prix-fixe meal at two seatings, champagne toast and divaliscious performances all night long. Lottie’s Pub 5 hr. package (8-1) includes premium drinks, pizza and appetizer buffet, champagne toast Man’s Country Porn star Roman Heart and a bevy of dancing boys strip down naked, lord knows what they’ll do at midnight. Minibar Food and drink package (8-1), male dancers, DJs.

$50 $10 $3

$15-$20 $50 VIP No Cover $30$200 $75 No Cover $75 @ 7 pm $95 @ 10 pm $65 usual fees $99

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Music Box Theater

Captain Dick O’Day and the hearty crew of Hell in a Handbag Productions host a screening of “The Poseidon Adventure”. There’s a pre-show reception and costume competition with prizes. Then the campy disaster flick is screened so that the New Year’ Eve midnight toast in the film coincides with midnight. Check out musicboxtheatre.com/events

$22$27

Neo-Futurarium

Special edition of “Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind”, appetizers at 9:30, midnight pizza party and toast Appetizers, drink specials, cash giveaways. 8-2. No reservations. Premium open bar (9-1), passed appetizers, party favors, entertainment, midnight toast. The travel themed benefit for Equality Illinois includes giveaways of trips to exotic locations, a midnight celebration and nearly naked New Year’s babies! Appetizers, party favors, champagne toast, performances by Manila Luzon and Sasha Davenport, $1k balloon drop, 8-2. VIP package includes 1 bottle of champagne, 2 tickets and private table. 5 hr. package (8-1) includes premium drinks, appetizer buffet, champagne toast and DJ Champagne toast & party favors. DJs until 4

$9-$15

Roscoe’s Scout Sidetrack “Where Will 2012 Take You?” Spin

The Pony Uptown Lounge

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$25 $75 $25

$20, VIP $200 $75 no cover

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Andersonville, the small town in the middle of a big city, rings in the official start of the holiday season with the St. Lucia Festival of Lights on Dec. 13. The celebration of lights prevailing over the darkest time of the year is observed with a candlelit, carol-filled procession down Clark Street. Afterwards, the Swedish American Museum hosts more singing, family entertainment and treats. The procession is free; admission to the museum is $1 or a canned food item to benefit the homeless. On Dec. 16 the folks in ‘hood pop a few No-Doz for “Late Night Andersonville”. Go to www.Andersonville. org for a coupon and more information

Tulip

1480 W. Berwyn, 773.275.6110 How about pleasing that special someone with the shop’s namesake Tulip wand vibrator? The slender shaft, the bulb at the end is perfect for G-spot stimulation. Don’t forget to pack the batteries

Bucky Gear

Wicker Park/Bucktown Chamber of Commerce launches “Unwrap WPB”, with the “Holiday Passport”, providing local shoppers the opportunity to satisfy all their holiday needs in their neighborhood. More than 55 stores, restaurants and service providers in Wicker Park and Bucktown will be offering special promotions. wickerparkbucktown.com

Moda Boutique

1733 W Chicago 312.226.0152 If you’ve got an urban cowboy or cowgirl (or just someone who frequents Charlie’s) on your list, Alcala’s is your place. Founded by Luis Alcala in 1972, the store lassos more boot sales than anyone else in Chicago and has become one of the largest retailers of western wear in the Midwest

5644 N Clark, 773.784.4327 This fun, new clothing company offers the latest styles and gifts at affordable with a great selection of urban specialty lines such as Palmer Cash, Noon Copenhagen, Big Star denim, Manhattan Portage, Hidden Truth, Troo, Pam Am retro flight bags, and Bucky Gear’s signature line 5140 N. Clark, 773.878.8088 The small boutique focuses on individualized service with a wide selection of clothing, shoes and accessories for men and women. Check out the store’s hot party during Andersonville’s “Late Night” on 12-16.

Alcala’s

Akira

1814 W. North, 1849 W. North 1910 W. North, 866.477.2299 Here’s the great thing about Akira; not only are the clothes, shoes and accessories the hottest, most up-todate looks, but you can go almost anywhere in Chicago and shop local with Akira. In addition to three stores Sir Spa in Bucktown, there are also stores in 5151 N Clark , 773.271.7000 Make a real impact with a gift certificate Lincoln Park, Andersonville, Michigan for the $195 “Monarch package; a royal Avenue, Downtown even in the ‘burbs treatment which includes a 60 minute at Woodfield, Hawthorne Center and Old Orchard Swedish massage, a revitalizing, men’s pedicure and manicure and use of the Finally, if you really want to support your steam room, rain showers, relaxation local economy and find something unique, lounge, and grooming club room. check out www.chicagocraftmafia.com, a collective of artists and crafts.

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Stuff That Stocking There’s always those last minute gifts you need, either because you completely forgot or the person gave you a gift and you feel the need to reciprocate (which, by the way, you don’t. A simple thank you will suffice.) If you do like to keep some gifts on hand, buy a few inexpensive stockings and stuff them with goodies you wouldn’t mind using yourself. Hang them on your mantle and simply peek inside to see which is most appropriate for your last minute gift recipient. Here’s a gift list that will be great for boys and girls on your list who are naughty or nice. Pick up a couple of tickets to see Kathy Griffin at the Chicago Theatre on Jan. 20 or 21 and give one to someone you’d like to date. Tickets range in price from $50 to $70. Or how about tickets to something from the Broadway in Chicago series. “The Book of Mormon” is certain to be a hot ticket. With gifts and accessories for men, women and home, Stitch, on Damen, could easily be your one stop shopping place. A pair of cuff-links, wallet or candelabra is always welcome. Slip a Lettuce Entertain You gift card into their hose. Now through Dec. 30 you will receive a $25 Holiday Bonus Certificate* for every $100 in gift cards you buy.

designs of shirts, pants, coats, belts and bags, much easier to fit in a stocking than a pair of jeans. Finding the Agna, a cable knit beanie, from Goorin Brothers in their stocking is sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face. Made of 100% acrylic, this beanie is available in three color ways and features a contrasting fold-up band and fluffy pom pom at the tip. Whether it’s a tube of lube, a leather whip, some handcuffs or some porn, the kinky folks on your list will appreciate something from Eagle Leathers, Cupid’s Treasures or The Ram. While you can’t really slip a tropical fish into a stocking (well, you can, but the results wouldn’t be very pleasant), you can pick up an accessory or gift certificate for the ichthyologist on your list. Chicago’s Aquarium and Aquatic Life store on Clark in Andersonville is like a trip to Shedd Aquarium, only cheaper. A gift certificate for a spa service is always appreciated. Stop in a Sir Spa and pick up a certificate for a specific service or a dollar amount. While you’re at it, pick up some product too. A little moisturizer is always needed at this time of year.

If you’re still having trouble finding a unique gift for someone, head over to the French Market on the lower level of Union Station. Through Christmas Eve the Market’s “Marché de Noël” features dozens of visiting artisans selling unique gift items A little bling is always appreciated. Stop in Wicker Park’s The Silver Room and pick out daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Modeled after a sterling silver bracelet, necklace, earrings, French Christmas markets, Marché de Noël provides a fantastic atmosphere and body jewelry for your pierced friends or unique shopping options, not to mention sunglasses. The shop also sells paintings, the opportunity to replenish wine stocks photography, and other work from a for the Christmas season. rotating roster of artists. Of course, if you’re not buying a gift with For the fashionista check out G-Star, the a specific recipient in mind, make certain Dutch denim brand’s Wicker Park store is it can be returned after the holiday or one of only five stores in the U.S. In addition that pick things that you wouldn’t mind having to its coveted jeans, the store also carries an yourself. After all, as they say, “It’s not the gift, extensive collection of “authentic original” but the thought behind it, that counts.” You used to groan when grandma gave you underwear for Christmas,. I can guarantee your gift recipient won’t complain about some underwear from Egoist on Halsted.

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By Rick Karlin If you like to get all Martha Stewart when cooking your holiday meal, this is not the column for you. If, however, you’re a bit inexperienced or inept in the kitchen and hosting your first holiday meal on your own, or even bringing a dish to a family get-together, this is the article for you. If you’re hosting the dinner I’ve pulled together a bunch of helpful hints and shortcuts that should make the day a breeze. If you only need to bring a side dish to an event, skip over to the column of foolproof recipes I’ve assembled. A successful host also knows when and where to take shortcuts or let others do the work. There seems to be a false perception that if you host the big meal, you have to prepare everything yourself. Nothing could be farther from the truth. Big holiday dinners are all about sharing good food with family and friends. If your guests ask if they can bring something, by all means say yes! If they have a specialty dish they want to bring, that’s perfect. Even those who don’t cook can bring something from a bakery (fresh bread!) or a bottle of wine, that’s great too. Remember that your guests want to contribute to the meal and you don’t want to cut them out of the event. However much you decide to do on your own, Santa’s not the only one who should be making a list. Put your list together at least a week ahead of time, don’t wait until the last minute. Go get a pen and paper now, I’ll wait. Guest List This is the first list you should make, then check and see who might have special food requirements. There’s nothing like making a beautiful roast and green beans almandine and discovering that half your guests are vegans with nut allergies. Plan on preparing enough food for about 50% more guests than you are expecting. You never know when that dizzy queen from your office will suddenly meet the love of his life and bring him to dinner without warning you. Menu/Shopping List Deciding on your menu is one of the most fun lists to create! Then with your menu recipes in hand, make up your shopping list. Don’t forget to check for any spices you’ll need such as sage, thyme, cinnamon and nutmeg. If you need spices that you don’t use often, buy them fresh or a small amount from the bulk section. It will save you money and assure freshness. 26 boi

To-Do List This one should include items such as polish silver, clean the house, buy flowers, buy napkins, etc. Start on this list as soon as possible, do one or two chores a day and it won’t seem so overwhelming. Cooking Plan Put together a two or three day cooking plan. What items can be prepared ahead without a loss of quality? Be sure to put things like “bake cornbread” the day before you are preparing your cornbread stuffing. Cooking a turkey? Make sure to plan time for thawing and brining. Clean out your fridge a few days before you start cooking by having a leftover buffet for dinner. Ahead of Time Anything that can be prepared a day or two ahead of time is a lifesaver. Desserts are often perfect for making ahead and anything you serve chilled, such as cranberry sauce or chutney, can be prepared ahead of time as well. Casserole dishes, such as green bean casserole and dressings are actually better reheated. Clean and chop all vegetables and refrigerate in airtight containers. This is not to say you should prepare everything in advance. I have an aunt who brags that she starts cooking for Christmas Night in the summer and freezes everything. Her meal tastes like it, too. If you have some extra time, why not set the table a day or two before? If you’re worried about dust or pet hair, cover the set table with a clean sheet. Day of List Break down the schedule hour by hour, taking care to schedule long cooking foods enough time in the oven. Also, plan in some time to relax and get ready before your guests arrive. Post Party Depression For me the worst part of the party is the clean up afterwards. I know it would be so much easier if I used disposable plates and all of that. But, then why do I have an entire set of good china? The one concession I make is to use a foil roasting pan. I place it inside my beautiful Calphalon pan. That way it’s nice and sturdy and I can just throw the foil pan and my roasted can be rinsed off. If the clean-up afterwards is too daunting, enlist the friends that offered to help, or ask neighbors if their kids want to make a few quick bucks and pay them to come over the next day. Let everything soak overnight, you’ve earned it.

If you haven’t made your plans for Christmas Eve or Day dining, here are a few last minute suggestions for places to check out. Enjoy the festive “Twelve Beers of Christmas” at Frontier, 1072 N. Milwaukee, featuring seasonal holiday beers available through Dec. 31. Call 773.772.4322 or check out thefrontierchicago. com.

Roka Akor, 456 N. Clark, will host a six-course meal for $128 per person, inclusive of a Champagne toast. For an additional $50 per guest, diners can enjoy the carefully selected sake and wine pairings. Reservations are mandatory, call 312.477.7652.

Hilton Chicago/Indian Lakes “Big City Gala” begins with a cocktail and hors d’oeuvres reception at 6:30 p.m. and continues to 1:00 a.m. with a four-course dinner served with Christmas Eve at Park Grill. 11 N. Michigan The wine, six-hour premium open bar, live music a restaurant, surrounded by twinkling lights and midnight champagne toast, party favors, festive twirling skaters in the heart of Millennium Park’s balloon drop, lavish brunch the next morning Plaza, will offer a holiday dinner menu from 4:00 and late check out on New Year’s Day for $439 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Reservations are suggested, per couple. Call 630.529.0200. call 312.521.7275 or go to parkgrillchicago.com. Volo has a “No Cover” New Year’s Eve full or Bistronomic, 840 N. Wabash, will offer a fourprix-fixe menu, more than 30 wines by the glass, course menu (vegetarian options available) a special selection of craft beers, full bar and on Christmas Eve from 5-10 p.m. for $55 for cocktails will also be available! Early and later adults, $20 for children and $10 for children dinner seatings offered. The late seating will 5 and under. Call 312.944.8400 or check out include enjoy dancing and a complimentary bistronomic.net. toast Book online with OpenTable.com, volorestaurant.com or call 773.348.4600 Cityscape Bar and ItaliAsia in the Holiday Inn Mart Plaza, 350 W. Mart Center D., are open for Roots Handmade Pizza, 1924 W. Chicago, both Christmas Eve and Day. ItaliAsia will offer a features a six-hour premium bar package, a food special Italian-Asian inspired holiday buffet for buffet and midnight champagne toast. Tickets, $25.95 for adults and $15.95 for children 12 and $80 each, must be purchased in advance on-line under. at rootsnye.eventbrite.com. LM, 4539 N Lincoln, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM, Executive Chef Justin Perdue presents a $45 four-course menu on Christmas Eve for $45 per person (tax and gratuity excluded). Reservations are suggested, and can be made at 773.942.7585 or lmrestaurant.com.

Wicker Park’s The Fifty/50, 2047 W. Division, offers an all-inclusive package featuring a six-hour premium bar package, a food buffet and midnight champagne toast. Tickets, $80 each, must be purchased in advance online at fifty50nye.eventbrite.com.

Kit Kat’s special holiday prix fixe menu is available Christmas Eve and Day for $30 per person. The Jingle Bell Brunch on Christmas morning is $15 per person with a canned good donation.

Chen’s, 3506 N. Clark, evening features a mouth-watering, authentic Chinese buffet, fresh Japanese sushi, open bar, and party favors at midnight for $45 per person. Tickets are required and can be purchased at koichens.ticketleap.com/chens-nye. For more information, go to chenschicago.com.

New Year’s Eve is fast approaching. See our special graph for a quick once over of the events taking place at bars and clubs around the city. Agio Italian Bistro, 64 S. Northwest Hwy. in Here are some ideas for dining options as well. Palatine celebrates with a five-course menu, live entertainment, party favors and champagne Hamburger Mary’s is going all gansta’ this year. toast. Guests can choose from three separate Their Gangster themed New Year’s Eve party seating times: 5-6:30 p.m., 7-8:30 p.m. or 9 takes up all three of Mary’s spaces on two floors. p.m.-1 a.m. $55 per person. For reservations call 847.991.2150 or go to agiobistro.com. 28 boi

AMERICAN___________

Ann Sather 929 W. Belmont 773.348.2378.

Hamburger Mary’s 5400 N. Clark 773.784.6969.

5207 N Clark 773.271.6627 & 3411 N Broadway 773.305.0024. These bustling hot spots, serving traditional Swedish pancake house fare, are best known for hearty fare and delish cinnamon rolls.

“Eat, Drink and be... MARY” at this fun and popular Andersonville restaurant which features a wide array of burgers and sandwiches, along with an interesting selection of tasty appetizers. Wash it all down with one of Mary’s home-brewed ales.

The Bagel 3107 N. Broadway 773.477.0300 The

Horizon Café 3805 N. Broadway 773.883.1565.

quintessential Jewish style deli is the perfect spot for a corned beef or pastrami sandwich, some chicken soup, lox and bagels or a full dinner that tastes as if someone’s Jewish momma made it.

Chicago Diner 3411 N. Halsted 773.935.6696

This world famous vegetarian restaurant offers vegan and organic offerings. Organic beers, wine, and spirits are also available.

Cocktail 3359 N. Halsted 773.477.1420. The

kitchen at this popular bar serves up better and fancier food than it needs to. The menu ranges from gourmet salads and sandwiches to comfort food and fabulous brunch dishes.

Crew 4804 N. Broadway 773.784.2739. More than just a sports bar, the menu includes a variety of hamburgers, sandwiches, salads and comfort food.

Deluxe Diner 6349 N. Clark 773.743.8244.

Conveniently located near Rogers Park’s gay triangle, the diner’s “open 24 hours on weekends” status is perfect after a night at the bars. Featured menu items include breakfast skillets that are served anytime.

F.O’Mahony’s 3701 N. Broadway 773.549-0097

This long-time popular Lakeview family restaurant serves up big portions of creative homestyle dishes as well as healthy fare (broth-based soups and whole wheat tortilla wraps) and at affordable prices. Breakfast served all day long. Delivery available.

IHOP 3760 N. Halsted 773.296.0048. More than a

pancake house, this 24-hour Boystown institution serves up affordably priced appetizers, sandwiches, and entrees that are sure to satisfy varying after-bar wants and needs.

Jury’s 4337 N. Lincoln 773.935.2255. Watch all

the poplular sports at this “friendly” neighborhood sports bar. Known for their killer burgers. They offer a late night menu along with daily specials and even brunch on Sundays.

Kit Kat Lounge 3700 N. Halsted 773.525.1111.

Providing the best of diva entertainment along with a full dinner menu, they offer ½-price cocktails and Buy 1 Get 1 Free Entree on Wednesdays.. On Monday nights get 50% off your entire bill.

DS Tequila 3352 N. Halsted 773.697.9127. An

Americanized sporty joint that features tequila & tacos.

An Irish-named pub and grill, but mostly it’s a neighborhood hangout where you can order food to go along with your beer (or cosmo). The menu features such faves as hot wings, sliders and pizza served till the wee hours. Sunday’s $20 mimosa brunch is popular.

Nookies Tree 3334 N. Halsted 773.248.9888. A

Golden Nugget Family Restaurants

Lakeview institution has been catering to the afterbar crowds for decades, serving breakfast anytime along with typical diner fare. Open 24 hours

2720 N. Clark 773.929.0724. 2406 W. Diversey 773.252.8903. 1765 W. Lawrence 773.769.6700. A great option for after bar dining as they are all open 24-7, and have free parking. The large menu is sure to please, especially the classic breakfast and hearty dinners. Everything is housemade, known for fluffy buttermilk pancakes,

regular haunt for the locals of Boystown and popular with hangover recoverers, the diner serves made-toorder omelets, pancakes, waffles and other brunch fare all day. And it’s open 24 hours on weekends.

Melrose 3233 N Broadway 773.327.2060. This

Stella’s Diner 3042 N. Broadway 773.472.9040.

Friendly staff serve up delicious diner fare, such as; fresh salads, a large selection of wraps, sandwiches, hearty entrees, pastas, and homemade deserts

Halsted’s Bar & Grill 3441 N. Halsted 773.348.9696 Tweet 5020 N. Sheridan 773.728.5576. An Uptown This Boystown eatery serves up a wide array of tasty appetizers, burgers, sandwiches, and popular comfort food items at very reasonable prices in a fun and inviting atmosphere. Beers on tap are aplenty and the weekend brunch draws an attractive crowd.

fave, serving breakfast and lunch only, uses organic ingredients when possible to create brunch items such as buckwheat pancakes, Danish beignets, Belgian waffles, and an impressive assortment of breakfast burritos and egg Benedict dishes.

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Wilde Bar & Restaurant 3130 N. Broadway

773.244.0404. This cozy upscale Irish pub offers a laid back and warm atmosphere and a wide ranging menu that is sure to please. Expect updated versions of pub favorites such as chicken pot pie, meatloaf, fish & chips, burgers and salads. ASIAN__________________

Jitlada Thai House 3715 N. Halsted

773.388.9988. This quaint family-owned eatery features Asian favorites such as pad Thai, pineapple fried rice, crab rangoon, pot stickers, tempura and nine spice curry items. Delivery available.

Pingpong 3322 N. Broadway 773.281.7575.

This popular Lakeview restaurant features highquality Pan-Asian cuisine in a hip and modern atmosphere as well as top-notch people-watching both those in and walking by the restaurant. Delivery available.

Young’s Chinese 3949 N. Ashland

773.248.7998. This well-regarded outpost has earned a stellar reputation for great tasting food and delivery so quick you’ll swear there must be a wok in the car. ITALIAN_________________

Anna Maria Pasteria 4400 N. Clark

773.506.2662. Owned by sisters who hail from the Basilicata region of southern Italy, this neighborhood gem creates homemade modern and traditional Italian dishes that are authentic, delicious & inexpensive.

Angelina Ristorante 3561 N. Broadway

773.935.5933. Hosting the coolest and hippest Sunday brunch crowd in Lakeview, the menu includes Eggs Benedict, fritattas, Croque Monsieur and mufaletta sandwiches, almond-crusted stuffed French toast, and the free flow of Champagne mimosas. Brunch here is loud, raucous and FUN! Great for dinner, as well.

Panino’s Pizzeria 3702 N. Broadway

773.472.6200. Panino’s has established itself as a Boystown favorite with its varied menu selections, including gyros and burgers, pasta entrees, and of course pizza. Delivery available.

Taverna 750 750 W. Cornelia Ave 773.248.8333.

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Andies 1467 W. Montrose 773.348.0654. 5253 N

Clark 773.784.8616. Specializing in Mediterranean and vegetarian cuisine, specialties of the house include steak kabobs, gyros, and poultry dishes such as Greek Chicken and Lebanese Style Chicken Kefta Kabob. And as befits the cuisine, desserts include a very tasty baklava. The Sunday buffet brunch is extravagant and reasonably priced.

Sayat Nova 157 E. Ohio 312.644.9159. Classic

Mediterranean-American fare served in comfortable surroundings Every Thursday night things get extra gay for the “Boystown in Downtown” party. MEXICAN/LATIN__________

Cesar’s 2924 N. Broadway 773.296.9097. 3166 N Clark | 773.248.2835 This family-owned operation offers an enticing menu full of delicious Mexican recipes, popular house specialties, irresistible desserts, and their signature “Killer Margaritas.”

El Nuevo Mexicano 2914 N. Clark 773.528.2131. Cozy dining room along with authentic Mexican cuisine makes this a great place for delicious dining. Open for lunch & dinner, great patio for summer outdoor dining. Delivery available too!

Estrella Negra 2346 W. Fullerton 773.227.5993.

If Ed Hardy had a taco joint, this might be it for flair. A skull-licious themed dining experience. Sure, you can get tacos, empanadas and burritos, but they are all of the gormet caliber. Owner Oto is the Chef and puts his own creative twist on everything. It’s BYOB.

Fiesta Mexicana 2423 N. Lincoln Ave 773.348.4144 (2nd Location) 4806 N. Broadway 773.769.4244. Traditional favorites along with great ambiance. Nice place to bring your family, friends or bring a date to. The Lincoln location has daily specials & live music.

Mayan Palace 2703 N. Halsted 773.935.4200

Known to be one of the very best Mexican restaurants in the city, the focus is on using fresh, high-quality ingredients for its “south of the border” cuisine. Portions are generous and the cool Margaritas dubbed “The World’s Best!” Is your target market is in our distribution area?? ADVERTISE YOUR RESTAURANT IN BOI MAGAZINE Call 773.975.0264 or email us at boiADS@aol.com

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Employing studio trickery worth of Lady Gaga on the song “Yivonim,” the Yeshiva Boys Choir under The retro album art for “A Very She & Him the direction of Eli Gerstner and Yossi Newman, Christmas” by the duo consisting of M. Ward and sound like the holiest boychik band ever. Their the ubiquitous Zooey Deschanel gives listeners album “Chanukah” , comprised of original a good indication of what it is they are about to selections, rocks Joyous selections such as “Those unwrap. The CD could have been recorded 50 Were The Nights,” “The Chanukah Medley” and years ago or yesterday. The Sammy Cahn/Jule “Mizmor Shir,” make the best use of the choirs’ Styne standard “The Christmas Waltz” opens the talents. “Chasoif,” which sounds vaguely like “My disc and She & Him pleasantly pay homage to Heart Will Go On,” and the faux head-banger The Beach Boys with covers of “Christmas Boy” “Haneiros,” might leave a metallic taste in your and “Little Saint Nick.” “Sleigh Ride” suggests mouth. a jaunt through artificial snow, while “Rockin’ Scott Weiland, of Stone Temple Pilots and Velvet Around The Christmas Tree” sways more than rocks. Be sure to have the mood elevators handy Revolver popped a fedora on his head for “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year”, a set of less for the borderline catatonic “Have Yourself A than smoothly crooned holiday hits. It must have Merry Little Christmas” and “The Christmas taken a lot for Weiland to screw up the courage Song,” as well as the lackluster “Silver Bells.” for a project such as this, so take a moment to “Glee: The Music, The Christmas Album, Volume acknowledge that. When you’re done, be sure 2” gets the snowball rolling with “All I Want to check out “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of For Christmas Is You,” a version that is different the Year,” the swinging “What Child Is This?,” the enough to make it a delight. But the remainder original “Happy Christmas and Many More” and of the disc is as uneven as the branches on the island-influenced “O Holy Night,” but wisely Charlie Brown’s Christmas tree. Original/ avoid the rest. exclusive cuts pale in comparison to the faithful readings of Joni Mitchell’s “River” (not too badly Out sax-man Dave Koz has released his second holiday compilation, “Ultimate Christmas” draws mutilated by Lea Michele) and The Waitresses’ on songs from both of his previous seasonal sets, modern Christmasterpiece “Christmas including the jazzy twang of “Sleigh Ride” and the Wrapping,” “Do You Hear What I Hear,” “Let It retro soul of “Please Come Home For Christmas” Snow” (given a gay peppermint twist by Chris (featuring Kimberly Locke). It also expands Colfer and Darren Criss), and the unexpected his contributions to songbooks of the season inclusion of “Do They Know It’s Christmas.” with the “Welcoming the Season (Prelude)” For those who never thought they would live to and “Welcoming the New Year (Coda).” Koz also see the day when legendary singer/songwriter includes the original “Eight Candles (A Song For Carole King would perform a song from “The Hanukkah),”a nod to his own heritage. Sound of Music,” that day has arrived with “A Holiday Carole”.King opens her first ever holiday Culling tracks from various Christmas discs throughout his career, going back as far as 1968, album, produced by daughter Louise Goffin, “The Classic Christmas Album” by Tony Bennett with “My Favorite Things” and continues with feels the most like Christmas out of all the discs in delightful interpretations of festive favorites this column. The combination of Bennett’s voice such as “Carol of the Bells,” “Sleigh Ride,” and phrasing, and the arrangements, makes this “Everyday Will Be Like a Holiday” and “This a truly classic Christmas recording. Standouts Christmas.” In addition, King sings three new songs co-written by Goffin, including the lovely include the toe-tapping and finger-snapping “Santa Claus is Coming to Town,” the groovy “My “New Year’s Day.” The album’s centerpiece is a Favorite Things,” the warmth of “The Christmas luminous rendition of the “Chanukah Prayer,” on which King is joined by Goffin and grandson Song,” “Christmas In Herald Square” and the previously unreleased “What Child Is This.” Hayden Wells. By Gregg Shapiro

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“STORY” TELLER Interview by Gregg Shapiro

A star on the cabaret circuit, MAC Award-winning performer Karen Mason has appeared on Broadway (in “Mamma Mia!” “Sunset Boulevard” and others), off-Broadway and on television. She has also recorded several old and new standards. Her latest role, as schoolteacher Miss Shields in the musical adaptation of “A Christmas Story” is sure to be a terrific addition to her already impressive résumé. I spoke with Miss Mason shortly before “A Christmas Story” made its Chicago premiere. (“A Christmas Story” runs Dec. 14-30 at the Chicago Theater on State. Visit achristmasstorythemusical.com.)

GS: You mentioned “Meet Me In St. Louis,” do you have other favorite Xmas movies?

KM: I love “White Christmas” and the older films, but “Meet Me in St. Louis” really does do it for me every time. When I was growing up, my mother, Gregg Shapiro: “A Christmas Story” is and I would watch it and every based on the popular 1983 Xmas movie sister time there was that moment in the of the same name. Were you a fan of the window singing “Have Yourself a Merry movie before you became involved in Little Christmas” By the end of the show, the play? I was crying like crazy. That movie was very special in my heart. To go Karen Mason: Well, I hate to admit this always from that to “A Christmas Story,” it’s but I probably was one of the three kind of a lateral move in a way because people who had never seen it. I had it’s about a family, it’s about the family seen bits and pieces of it, but I have experience during the holidays. I think never seen the entire movie. “Meet “A Christmas Story” is a little bit more Me In St. Louis” was kind of like my real in a lot of ways because family Christmas movie, so I didn’t want to be isn’t perfect. I hesitate to say the this disloyal to that. When I heard about the because I know it will show up in print, audition, I thought, okay, everybody I but my family isn’t perfect [laughs]. No knew loved the movie. They watch it one’s family is perfect; we all have these religiously during the holidays when it quirks in our family that it’s nice to runs 24 hours and they watch it four or little see that on screen. It’s a little bit more five times. When I knew I was going in relatable. for the audition I watched it and it was absolutely adorable, I loved it. I thought. GS: You released a Xmas CD a few ‘I guess when the time is right for you ago. Do you have other favorite actually open up to these things.’ Going years Christmas songs? from a movie to a musical can be a tough road, but I think a musical in a Things like “Silent Night,” some of lot of ways made it an almost complete KM:. the old carols, I do love hearing them. I story. Sometimes with a movie there think they playing a little too early are gaps that you get to fill in with your and by thestart time get to Christmas it’s imagination and I think the music is the maybe a little toowe much of Christmas, kind of glue that keeps it together and but the really beautiful carols, I do expands on some of the ideas of the love those. Perhaps one of my favorite movie. arrangements for the holidays is the one that Christopher Denny and Barry 36 boi

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Kleinbort did for me of “Santa Claus is Coming to Town”, it’s just sexy and funny That one just makes me very, very happy, as a matter of fact I did that for my audition for “A Christmas Story.”

GS: As a “local girl,” what does it mean to you to be performing on stage in a musical in your hometown?

GS: Did you have a teacher like Miss Shields when you were in school?

GS: I hate for you to say it, too.

KM: I’ve done theater once in Chicago. I am so excited to be a part of this. I GS In “A Christmas Story,” you play had told my agent during the summer schoolteacher Miss Shields. What do that I was looking for more ways to you like best about this character? perform in Chicago. And I was looking for something that would allow me to KM: What I like about Miss Shields is stay in the city a little bit longer. After that she’s warm. She’s very Midwestern. doing cabaret, basically the longest is You don’t get to see Miss Shields a maybe five days. So I was looking for great deal, but I think she’s flawed like something a little bit longer term and everybody else ,which is always fun. this came up. I love coming home with She loves her class. She loves teaching something like this. The holidays are and yet I think sometimes gets a little very special in Chicago. The city looks overwhelmed that she has all of these so beautiful, it’s beautiful city anyway, children. We have a very clever cast and but the city is really beautiful and these young girls and boys are smart alive. Even the hustle and bustle of the as a whip. She wants them to achieve people shopping and I know it’s gotten greatness and she has certain strictures crazier and crazier as years have gone that she knows if they follow they will on in every city. It’s still an exciting and be great. If they stay in the margins they beautiful time every year. I hate to say it will be great [big laugh]. but I hope we have a little snow. KM: [Laughs] But it’s so beautiful. I know it’s hard to get around and it’s a pain but it’s so beautiful. To be in a show like this, it’s really warm and very Midwestern and very smart and kooky and crazy and all the things that I love about my family and my friends and it’s a great score. Benj Pasek and Justin Paul have written an absolutely beautiful, great GS: Where do you stand on the BB gun score. This is a good piece to be coming as Xmas gift debate? Pro or con? home with and especially around the holidays. It’s something you can share KM: [Laughs] Wow! Let’s see, who with your family. As a performer I like am I going to alienate? [laughs]. It’s bringing those things. I try to do that hard because I have an eight-year-old in my cabaret, to incorporate not just nephew who’s a very typical eight-year- the hurt and the love but also some of old boy who loves guns and bombs. But the quirky eccentric parts of it, too. I’m personally, and I know my sister feels looking forward to being a part of that this way, but it’s very hard. It’s a phase, especially in a theatrical thing. That’s definitely, but I would say I would have what I started out wanting to pursue to be a little con. As a girl, I think I’m when I was first starting out. Cabaret con. Probably all the boys will go “Sure, was just something I discovered as I’m pro. It’s a BB gun.” a way to keep myself performing and to work with Brian Lasser. Both GS: Especially all the one-eyed boys. of us wanted to do theater, so to be able to come back to Chicago and be KM: [Laughs] Exactly! It’s a phase; boys performing in a lovely beautiful show like to see things blow up. But I would such as this, I think it’s fun, it’s great. have to say I’m definitely anti-gun. KM: I had quite a few nuns who were like that [laughs]. There was one, Sister Leonard, when I was in third grade. I really loved Sister Leonard, but she definitely had rules that I had to follow and one of them was no talking. I had a lot of trouble with that one [laughs].

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by Harry Taint By now you may have visions of sugar plums dancing in your head. Personally, I have visions of shirtless gogo boys dancing in my head, but then again, that’s the case all year ‘round. Yes that was Beyonce and Jay Z up in Andersonville a few weeks ago. I spotted them having a cocktail at Vincent’s on Balmoral while they waited for a table at Great Lakes. I don’t know what’s more shocking, the fact that Beyonce and Jay Z were in Andersonville or that they had to wait for a table. Speaking of Andersonville, the hood’s “Later Night” promotion is certain to bring all the kids out to do their last minute shopping on Friday Dec. 16. If you’re in that group, head over to Moda Boutique for its party where you’ll not only find drinks and treats but hot underwear models too. Now that would fill my stocking! Still haven’t finished your holiday shopping? Stop by Gerber-Hart Library’s “Holidaze” book sale on Wed. December 21 to pick up some last minute gifts. Amy Armstrong and Freddie Allen always give it their all for every performance and this year they’re giving it all for charity in their new show Amy Armstrong & Freddy Allen “How the Diva Stole Christmas! VI” on Friday, Dec. 16 and Saturday Dec. 17 at Hydrate. The, along with Hydrate, will donate proceeds from both evenings to Chicago Lost & Found, a notfor-profit organization dedicated to creative transformation, through re-purposing of unused materials to create value; which in turn provides creative opportunities to build and support the educational community. VIP tickets are only $25 which gets you seating in the first 3 rows! General Admission tickets are only $15 in advance and $20 at the door. If you’re into bears of the Jewish variety, stop in at Touche and get to know Hanukkah Harry during the bar’s Hanukkah party on Tuesday, Dec. 20. Spin the dreidel and win prizes, it wouldn’t be the first time someone at Touche

got a prize for spinning on something. (That innuendo was so convoluted even I don’t know what it means.) Looking for something to do between Christmas and New Year’s? Why not go bottoms up at Oak Park’s Velvet Rope on Tuesday, Dec. 27 as Tajma Hall hosts “Bottoms Up Bingo!” Hey ladies, still don’t have a date for New year’s eve? Stop in at Parlour on Dec. 30 for Lipstick’s speed dating event “L Stop”. If money’s tight this season, stop in at Halsted’s on Monday nights for the pub’s “Bargain Basement Burger” event and sign up for team trivia with Teri Yaki, maybe you’ll win a fabulous prize. If you’re in town for the holidays or just spending Christmas Eve with your family, you might need some drinks and time with your own kind of people after an evening of Uncle Henry pontificating about how glad he is that Newt’s in the race. Luckily Christmas Eve is a Saturday night and most of the clubs and bars will be open!! So make your excuses and decompress at one of your favorite watering holes. If your family gives you grief, tell them you’re going to midnight mass. If you drop in at The Ram you can even explain the marks on your knees by saying you knelt in prayer. Even before we get to Christmas, there are a bunch of events to tempt you away from shaking those presents under the tree. On Wednesday, Dec. 21, the title of Spin’s party is “Give it all you got” says it all. Show them your best stuff and you might get some fresh skivvies, courtesy of one Mr. Andrew Christian. Hosted by Mercedes with giveaways at midnight. If you get a hankering for pizza on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day, remember that Piehole will be open both days. Ditto for New Year’s Eve and Day. boi 41

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Armani Exchange

My favorite aunt returns every gift we give her. It doesn’t matter if I give her exactly what she’s asked for, she returns it every time. Once she asked for a specific kind of scarf. Not only did she return it the day after Christmas, she made me drive her to the mall. She gave it to the cashier, spent an hour looking for a replacement and when she brought her choice up to the cashier again, he pointed out that she had selected the exact same item she just returned. What can I do to ensure that she doesn’t return her gift this year? Dear AE Give her cash. If that seems too impersonal, make it a game; fill a piggy bank with quarters, or tape singles end to end and roll them up and have them pop out of a tissue box. On the other hand you could just buy her anything at all and know that this is part of the game she plays. I had a relative who used to do the same thing. So, one year I gave her a set of free weights. I told her I couldn’t figure out what to get her and at least this way she’d get a workout when she returned the gift. She may still be returning the gifts I give her, but she doesn’t say anything about it anymore.

Other than this, he is a sweetie. Am I being unreasonable?

Dear AM

AM do you know AE? Either way here’s a suggestion that works for both of you. Set up a budget for your gifts, then shop for them together. That way you each get to spend the day with your favorite relative and everybody is happy with the gifts they’ve been given and the gifts they received. You can even take them home and hold on to them until you get together for the holiday. Problem solved... and a new family tradition has begun.

All Grown Up

I’ll be going home for the holidays again this year. I am the youngest of five, all of which are married with children. Since I’m single and the youngest of my siblings, I usually get put at the kids’ table with my nieces and nephews (some of whom are college aged, just less than 10 years younger than I am). I like hanging out with them, but feel as if I’m not taken seriously, not considered an adult. How can I handle this?

Dear AGU There are two ways to handle this, and a lot depends on the family dynamics. You can call home ahead of time and let your family know that you would like Auntie Mame to be placed at the adult table. Or, just I have a nephew that I love as if he were my own child. We’ve always been before dinner, you can just move your extremely close, maybe it’s because he’s plate and chair over to the table where the rest of the adults will be seated then gay and I’m what used to be referred join them at dinner without mentioning to as “the spinster aunt”. (I’m an out it. Sometimes a stealth attack is the lesbian, but my family prefers avoid the easiest to pull off without drama. issue). I take great pride in picking out ________________________________ the perfect gift for my nephew every year. He, on the other hand, picks up Magyar has a BA in communications, any old thing (I suspect that they’re often Ace a MA in sex therapy and a PHD in zoology. “re-gifts”). I drop hints left and right He is a registered couple’s counselor about what I’d like, but he never seems specializing in the GLBT community. Send to notice. It’s not the gift it’s the lack your questions to boieditorial@aol.com. of thought behind it that annoys me. boi 45

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