STONEWOOD – 5415 University Pkwy., Sarasota, FL 34276, (941) 355-3315
stonewoodgrill.com
Q-tips say: Go & enjoy!
We shared the Pretzels.
Mr. Q had: Perfect Manhattan & Clam Chowder & Buffalo Shrimp.
Mrs. Q had: An Old Fashion & Buffalo Shrimp.
French Onion Soup
www.calorestaurant.com – 5343 N. Clark St. Chicago, IL
9/1/26 – Valentina‘s drinks at Calo’s are the best restaurant drinks around.
Had another wonderful visit & fun time at Calo’s with long, time friends: John, Wayne & Marge.
An early BD celebration for Birthday Baby, John.
We shared the Bread.
John had: Couple of his favorite drinks & BBQ baby Back Ribs & mashed potatoes.
Wayne & Marge had: Each had: Wine & shared a pizza.
Mrs. Q: had: an Old Fashion & Tito’s Cosmo. The other half had: Perfect Manhattan & Wine
Mr. Q had: a cup of soup – Pasta Vesule Soup. Mrs. Q had: Pasta Vesule Soup.
Q’s shared: BBQ baby Back Ribs & potatoes.
5661 N Clark St., (312) 973-0462, littlemadridtapascafe.com
8/31/26 – Mrs. Q says: “Maid Day” – (“Clean, laundry, etc”.) means “No Cooking Day.” Off to Little Madrid for din-din.
Nice place. They now have a “surge charge” if you use a credit card instead of paying with cash.
Yes, they do have a “Happy Hour.”
We began with glasses of prosecco.
Gambas Al Ajillo – Shrimp cooked in EVOO, fresh garlic/parsley.
Tabla de Embutidos – Spanish charcuterie board with Spanish olives and almonds, jamón serrano, Spanish chorizo, salchichón. Served with almonds .
Albondigas -Spanish meatballs, Castellana sauce & a side of chips. Anchovies & olives.
Delicious Dessert: Churros & Chocolate – they make their own delicious chocolate.
Enjoyed the small plates & sharing.
Tabla de Embutidos
1111 W Granville Ave Chicago, (773) 465-1616, ginosnorth.net
Last week: Once again, the sign on the door stating: – Mon. Tues. Weds., Thurs., Fri., opening at 5:00 instead of regular hours. Why don’t they post this on the website.
8/27/26 –
Mrs. Q had: An Old Fashion & a Cosmo.
Mr. Q had: A Perfect Manhattan & glass of wine.
We shared: Salad & Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich & side of chips & ranch dressing to dip the chips.
8/24/26 – Persian/Mediterranean cuisine –
5335 N Sheridan Rd.
topolipersian.com (773) 564-9080
Had a great evening with friend, Ginger.
Ginger had: brought a bottle of wine & had: Chicken Breast Kabob – Charbroiled boneless chicken breast cubes marinated with olive oil and herbs, served over basmati dill rice.
Q-tips shared: each had: Diet Coke & shared: Vegetarian Lentil Soup & Lamb Kabob – Tender grilled Montana lamb served with grilled vegetables and basmati white rice.
There is a $4.00 corkage fee & sharing fee.
Parking: use the Breakers self-park garage, enter under the awning at the main building entrance, take a ticket, and park on the lower level, then ride the elevator up and bring your ticket in to be validated.
MAS ALLA DEL SOL -5848 N Broadway St., Chicago, IL 60660, (773) 654-1900, masalladelsolrestaurant.com
8/20/26 – Life is good!
We began dinner by sharing the Complimentary Salsa– Guacamole & sauce.
Mas Alla del Sol – The Q’s shared: Lamb Shank w/side delicious corn mashed potatoes/salad.
Mr. Q had: a Margarita. Mrs. Q had: A Margarita.
Mrs. Q says: MAS ALLA DEL SOL is NOT your local Taco Bell. Food and drinks are decent. A tad over -priced but worth every penny. Street parking. Street parking is FREE on Sun.
Complimentary Salsa sauce &
we order a side of guacamole.
4436 W Touhy Ave Lincolnwood, IL –
www.miafrancesca.com/location/mia-francesca-lincolnwood
8/18/26 – Q-tips say: It was Happy Hour!
After Dr. appt. & errands: It is Mia Francesca for dinner.
We shared the bread & the appetizer: Meatballs.
Mrs. Q had: an Happy Hour: Cosmo
Mr. Q had: a Perfect Manhattan
Mrs. Q had: Carpaccio – it was very good.
Mr. Q had: Sausage & Peppers.
Libations
Inside & outside seating
6157 N Broadway Ave Chicago, IL – (773) 754-7429, beardandbellychicago.com
8/12/26 – “Maid Day” so NO COOKING DAY.
Dinner at: Beard & Belly.
Mrs. Q had: Happy Hour –
Old Fashioned – Maker’s Mark – demerara, Regan’s orange bitters, angostura bitters with an orange swath- dirty ice on the side.
The other half had: Old Fashion & a glass of wine.
Sandwiches can be big at times so we share sometimes.
We shared the: Baked Pretzels w/ mustard.
Mr. Q had: Chili Mac & Cheese.
Mrs. Q had: Chicken Hand Pie -Flaky, buttery
pastry crust with savory filling & Fries.
Across America a nightmare is unfolding. Experienced squatters exploit legal loopholes to live rent-free in homes that don’t belong to them as devastated homeowners watch helplessly. From charming con artists to a dangerous extremist, these manipulators know how to weaponize tenant protections, turning the law against rightful owners. Each episode follows families forced into impossible battles to reclaim their properties, exposing a broken system where squatters hold all the power. series on Hulu/Disney
Q-tips say: YES, watch Squatters– It is an eye opener. Squatters points out that the docuseries succeeds in exposing systemic legal loopholes and bureaucratic delays that often leave real estate owners helpless against system-savvy squatters.
Some emphasize the intense anger and disbelief the featured cases provoke—particularly regarding instances where homeowners were arrested while trying to enter their own properties.
Focuses on shocking, high-profile real-life takeover cases from Queens to Malibu and Jacksonville. Explores how unauthorized occupants manipulate tenant-protection laws. Showcases the destructive fallout and property damage left behind.
MICHAEL is the cinematic portrayal of the life and legacy of one of the most influential artists the world has ever known. The film tells the story of Michael Jackson’s life beyond the music, tracing his journey from the discovery of his extraordinary talent as the lead of the Jackson Five, to the visionary artist whose creative ambition fueled a relentless pursuit to become the biggest entertainer in the world. Highlighting both his life off-stage and some of the most iconic performances from his early solo career, the film gives audiences a front-row seat to Michael Jackson as never before. This is where his story begins.
Q-tips say: YES, we did enjoy Michael. This movie was absolutely brilliant it shows Michael real upbringing it is very good for all age groups and a must watch.
Some critics did not like it – but who cares. We did.
