Chicago - November 20, 2008

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Lay off the turkey, jerky.

HANG
Stay
What: DJs spin till 4 a.m. at just-opened nightspot from the owners of Manor and RiNo.
Why: Dance. Sit. Stay. Good patron.
When: Tues., Fri. & Sat., 11 p.m.-4 a.m.
Where: 111 W. Erie St., at Clark St. (312-475-0816).

Bar DeVille
What: New Ukie Village bar with vintage European parlor vibe, pool table, and photo booth.
Why: It’s de lovely.
When: Sun.-Fri., 6 p.m.-2 a.m.; Sat., 6 p.m.-3 a.m.
Where: 701 N. Damen Ave., at Huron St. (312-929-2349).

GOBBLE
T-Day Feast
What: Skip cooking with fresh sliced turkey, sweet potato casserole, pumpkin pie, and more from Silver Cloud Bar & Grill’s Thanksgiving carryout menu.
Why: Silver dining.
When: Thru Nov. 26.
Where: 1700 N. Damen Ave., at Wabansia Ave. (773-489-6212).

EAT
Marta Pulini
What: The famous Italian chef/author/teacher temporarily helms Coco Pazzo’s kitchen, serving guinea hen; paccheri with Swiss chard, calamari, and sausage; and more.
Why: She stirs things up.
When: Thurs., 5:30-10:30 p.m.; Fri., 5:30-11 p.m.
Where: 300 W. Hubbard St., at Franklin St. Reservations recommended to 312-836-0900.

Dinner at Vella
What: Wholesome daytime spot adds evening menu (mac ’n’ cheese with butterkase, mushroom pizza with raw milk Gouda) focusing on local ingredients.
Why: See you later, alligator.
When: Wed.-Fri., 5-9 p.m.
Where: 1912 N. Western Ave., at Milwaukee Ave. (773-489-7777).