The Sheep Detectives

In this witty, new breed of mystery, George (Hugh Jackman) is a shepherd who reads detective novels to his beloved sheep every night, assuming they can’t possibly understand. But when a mysterious incident disrupts life on the farm, the sheep realize they must become the detectives. As they follow the clues and investigate human suspects, they prove that even sheep can be brilliant crime-solvers. Prime video.

Q-tips say: YES, we did enjoy The Sheep Detectives.

Very entertaining movie and loved how the sheep talk to each other. Didn’t expect who the killer was, but it was a great movie for the whole family. There is also underlying tenderness and melancholy that elevate the film beyond the conventional family entertainment genre. The sheep aren’t a herd of interchangeable creatures. They each have names, given to them by George, and distinct personalities. And not all is sweetness and light.

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Beard & Belly

6157 N Broadway Ave Chicago, IL – (773) 754-7429, beardandbellychicago.com

Beard & Belly and Honeypie Bake Shop - CHICAGO, IL 60660 (Menu & Order  Online)

7/8/26 – “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 & Half Pint Burger w/ side of fries.

Half Pint Burger w/Fries/
cheese sauce on the side
Baked Pretzels w/ mustard
Chili Mac & Cheese
Chicken Hand Pie -Flaky, buttery
pastry crust with savory filling.
Inside seating
Cute bar
The outside heated tent space. The heaters are those tall lamp-like objects.
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GINO’S NORTH PIZZA – EDGEWATER -near Loyola U.

1111 W Granville Ave Chicago, (773) 465-1616, ginosnorth.net

7/7/26

Always Great seeing Mixologist, Jen.

Mrs. Q had: An Old Fashion & a Cosmo.

Mr. Q had: A Perfect Manhattan & glass of wine.

We shared: House Salad & Gino’s Special pizza w/ extra peppers & olives.

Enjoyed the bar customers who were funny & talkative.

Gino's North
Beautiful Holiday Decorations
Gino’s Special pizza – Includes Italian sausage, fresh mushrooms, green peppers, and onions.
Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich
Antipasto Salad w/
side of Garlic Bread
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Museum of Science & Industry 7/1/26

5700 S Lake Shore Dr., Chicago, IL 60637, (773) 684-1414, msichicago.org

We drove & parked in their lot.

Q-tips say: The Grandson and Daughter & the Q-tips had a wonderful time.

Mrs. Q tips says: Might be easier to tell all about what we did not see! Spent the entire day there & Grandson would like to live there.

So many things/exhibits to enjoy! Yes, there is a rest./café to have munchies & drinks. You may also bring your own & use a locker to store it till ready to use.

Walk through heart
Photo of Museum of Science and Industry - Chicago, IL, United States. Model of Seattle
Model train exhibit –

Storm Exhibit

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Calo’s

Photo of Calo Pizzeria Restaurant & Lounge - Chicago, IL, United States

www.calorestaurant.com – 5343 N. Clark St. Chicago, IL

7/1/26 – Valentina‘s drinks at Calo’s are the best restaurant drinks around.

After a day at the Museum of Science & Industry, off to Calo’s for a relaxing dinner.

We shared the Bread.

Daughter had: Burrata Salad – Fresh creamy mozzarella, arugula, grape and oven-roasted yellow tomatoes, and balsamic glaze.

Grandson had: Vongole – clams, olive oil, over linguini.

Mrs. Q: had: an Old Fashion

The other half had: Perfect Manhattan

Mr. Q had: a cup of soup – Mushroom Soup.

Mrs. Q had: Mushroom Soup.

Q’s shared: Whitefish & a side of pasta w/meat sauce.

Delicious Bread

Burrata Salad

Fresh creamy mozzarella, arugula, grape and oven-roasted yellow tomatoes, and balsamic glaze.
Vongole
Whitefish w/ onion rings

inside seating
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Regalia Bar & Rest.

HOME | Regalia Restaurant

6/16/26-  5959 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60660, (773) 856-0175, regalia5959.com Yes, Indoor/Outdoor dining.

We shared the Bread.

Mrs. Q had: an Old Fashion. Mr. Q had: Perfect Manhattan.

Entrée: Both O’s had: Seared Tuna Carpaccio– Chipotle Aioli / Serrano / Crystalized Garlic / Lime / Soy.

Some entrees are large enough to share unless you are really hungry.

Photo of Regalia - Chicago, IL, United States. Complimentary house made focaccia bread along with an olive oil-cannellini bean dip!
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Roasted Chicken
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Rigatoni Ragu Alla Rustico
Photo of Regalia - Chicago, IL, United States. The seared tina carpaccio rocks. It's topped with sliced serrano & crystallized garlic over chipotle aioli, lime & soy sauce.
Tuna Carpaccio
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Little Madrid

5661 N Clark St., (312) 973-0462, littlemadridtapascafe.com

6/15/25 – Q-tips say: 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.

Croquetas de Pollo
Gambas Al Ajillo – Shrimp
Albondigas – Spanish Meatballs

Tabla de Embutidos

Anchovies & olives
Churros & Chocolate
Bacon wrapped dates
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Shaw’s Crab House 6/12/26

SHAW’S CRAB HOUSE 21 E Hubbard St | Chicago, IL 60611 | (312)527-2722 –

Photo of Shaw's Crab House - Chicago, IL, United States. SHAW'S

http://www.shawscrabhouse.com 

A wonderful Birthday Dinner at Shaw’s for Mr. Q after a great walk around Chi-town & the Riverwalk.

We had a wonderful evening with long, long, time friends: Rich & Eileen.

We all shared: the delicious Bread & Butter.

They Had:  Shrimp dinner & Fish & Chips dinner along with their favorite Drinks & shared an Ice cream dessert.

The Q’s shared: a Dozen oysters.

Mrs. Q had: Happy Hour Prosecco & the other half had:  A Happy Hour Manhattan.

Dinner:  Both had: Delicious Sauteed Soft Crabs.

Q’s Shared dessert: Shaw’s treated us to a piece of Limoncello pie for the BD Baby.

Shaw’s has some of the best Oysters/Clams.  Fresh, Fresh & Fresh were the Oysters, delicious Bisque Soup, bread & dinner entrees.

Q-Tips say: Shaw’s is one of the best Seafood, Sushi & Steak Restaurants around Chi-Town. You don’t find Seafood any fresher than at Shaw’s. Mrs. Q says:  It is one of the BEST restaurant not the least expensive – but worth every penny.  And we don’t have to “Shuck” our own Oysters. Best Lobster Bisque Soup and awesome Sautéed Soft Shell Crab when in season.

                                                                   Delicious bread.

Oyster






Lobster Bisque
Sauteed Soft Shell Crabs
Limoncello cake
Ice Cream dessert
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Tapas Barcelona

6/9/26 -1615 Chicago Ave Evanston Ill

(847) 866-9900, tapasbarcelona.com

Had a wonderful time & dinner with friend, Ginger.

We shared the bread.

Ginger had: Wine & Traditional Cold cured salmon tapas.

And a Special Treat from Ginger: We shared the delicious Flan.

Each Q- tip had: Margarita Tequila, Triple Sec, fresh lime juice.

Q-tips shared: Queso de Cabra con Tomate – Baked Goat cheese in tomato sauce, garlic bread. Gambas al Ajillo – Sauteed shrimp with olive oil, garlic and chiles. Chuletas de Cordero – Baby lamb chops in a savory red wine sauce served with couscous.

Queso de cabra con tomate -Baked goat cheese
Gambas al Ajillo – Sauteed shrimp with olive oil, garlic and chiles.
Chuletas de Cordero – Baby lamb chops in a savory red wine sauce.
Delicious Flan
Traditional Cold cured salmon tapas.

Pulpito a La Plancha

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POPEYES FRIED CHICKEN – 6/7/26

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Popeye’s Famous Fried Chicken, 6340 N Broadway St – (between Rosemont Ave & Sheridan Rd), Chicago, IL 60660, Neighborhood: Edgewater –  (773) 973-0330

6/7/26 –  Q-Tips say: We try not to eat it too often but we do enjoy it sometimes! 

The service at the Broadway St store is just ok.  Nothing better that Popeye’s Chicken straight out of the cooker – something to be happy about to wait at Popeyes. If you are a tad constipated, get some Popeyes & all will come out fine.     

 

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - Chicken tenders with mysterious taste - Fast Food Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

 

Mrs. Q’s Cosmo
Greek Salad with the BEST Dressing | The Recipe Critic
I made a side salad for myself.
The Perfect Manhattan
A Perfect Manhattan for the Mr.
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