WICKER PARK — Happy Valentine's Day!
On the hunt for things to do tonight? Here are a few ideas for those coupled or uncoupled.
Embrace Your Single Status. Usually, Antique Taco sells its tacos in pairs but on Tuesday, single tacos will be sold to celebrate single folks popping by alone or with pals at either the Bridgeport or Wicker Park outposts. Hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. in Bridgeport, 1000 W. 35th St. and 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. in Wicker Park, 1360 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Pretend You Are On Bourbon Street, Not Division Street. New Orleans-inspired Fifolet Cajun tweeted a special Valentine's menu, including a venison tenderloin slider ($6), mussels in absinthe broth ($14), and passion fruit bread pudding ($9). Wash it all down with a frozen hurricane. Tuesday hours are 5 p.m. to 2 a.m., 1942 W. Division St.
Drink Together. The Violet Hour's dark and intimate cocktail lounge will be hosting two seatings — and as of 1 p.m. Tuesday, tickets ($75/person plus tax, gratuity and processing) are still available. The "cocktail hour" runs from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and the "main event" from 9 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. At both, guests will be welcomed with a special cocktail followed by more seasonal cocktails and a "complimentary sweet treat." An interactive component adds a champagne bar cart where guests can create a custom champagne cocktail using house-made bitters and garnishes. And for those who want to declare their love or friendship after a few drinks, special stationary will be available for love notes. Light bites can be bought separately. For tickets, email Andrea, or call 773-252-1500.
Cement Your Love for Locally-Made Art. Pop by a group art show featuring works by more than 10 artists, along with "feelings" and "cookies," a poster promises. Free, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Peanut Gallery, 902 N. California Ave.
