1111 W Granville Ave Chicago, (773) 465-1616, ginosnorth.net
11/5/26- Was great to see mixologist, Jen.
Mrs. Q had: An Old Fashion & a Cosmo.
Mr. Q had: A Perfect Manhattan & glass of wine.
We shared: Antipasto & Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich– topped with onions, green peppers, and mozzarella with a side of au jus & side of chips & ranch dressing to dip the chips.
6157 N Broadway Ave Chicago, IL – (773) 754-7429, beardandbellychicago.com
11/4/26 – “Maid Day” so NO COOKING DAY.
Dinner at: Beard & Belly.
Mrs. Q had: Specials for the day
Old Fashion- 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 & Cheese sauce on the side.
AND Shared: Half Pint Burger w/Fries/
cheese sauce on the side.
11/3/26- 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 & a glass of wine.
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.
5661 N Clark St., (312) 973-0462, littlemadridtapascafe.com
11/2/26 – 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
www.calorestaurant.com – 5343 N. Clark St. Chicago, IL
11/1/2026 – Valentina‘s drinks at Calo’s are the best restaurant drinks around.
We shared the Bread.
Mrs. Q: had: an Old Fashion. The other half had: Perfect Manhattan & Wine.
Mr. Q had: a cup of soup – Minestrone Soup.
Mrs. Q had: Minestrone Soup.
Q’s shared: Veal Vesuvio.
10/30/26 – Had a lovely evening but the best part was socializing with neighbor from the hood, Nancy.
Nancy had: A Cosmo & Turkey Dinner.
Mrs. Q had: An Old Fashion & A Cosmo. Had: Salmon Cakes.
Mr. Q had: Perfect Manhattan & a glass of wine & Fried Shrimp dinner & house chips & dip & Cole slaw.
University Town Center – 67 N. Cattlemen Rd. Sarasota – 941.358.6272
10/29/26 – Q-tips say: Yes, go and enjoy. We went for the Happy Hour menu – 4pm to 6pm in the Bar/Lounge only.
Mrs. Q says: “Maid Day” means “NO COOKING DAY” off to Selva for Din Din.
Mrs. Q had: Old Fashioned – Canton Ginger liquor, bourbon, muddled orange and cherry with bitters with dirty ice on the side.
Mr. Q had: soup of the day: Shrimp Clam Chowder
Mrs. Q Had: Caesar Salad.
We shared: Seared New Zealand Lamb chops, Andean Herb Pesto & roasted pepper relish & shared an order of Truffle Parmesan Fries.
Mr. Q had: Old Fashioned – Canton Ginger liquors, bourbon, muddled orange and cherry with bitters & shared the Lamb Chops – Seared New Zealand lamb chops, Andean Herb Pesto & roasted pepper relish & shared an order of Truffle Parmesan Fries.
When their son is kidnapped, a Los Angeles mayoral candidate and his wife find themselves drawn into a web of deception. As they scramble to raise the ransom payment, they’re forced to make choices that could tear their world apart.
Q-tips say: Thought we might like it but Animals is a movie of highs and lows with nothing that makes much sense in between. The movie is darker, more unpredictable and deliberately uncomfortable at times. The writing keeps the audience guessing, while it allows the story to unfold without giving away every answer.
PIER 22 -1200 1st Ave W., Bradenton, (941) 748-8087 pier22dining.com
Pier 22 – Good drinks, food, ambiance & nice service.
Now they have a different Happy Hour menu. – Available In All Dining Areas From 3-6 pm Daily – $2 OFF Full Size Appetizers & Flatbreads.
Shared: the Bread & Spring rolls.
Mrs. Q had: Old Fashion & Shared: Osso Bucco w/ mashed potatoes & asparagus.
Mr. Q had: Old Fashion & a glass of White Wine & Shared Osso Bucco.
Former architect Bernadette Fox seems to have it all — a beautiful home in Seattle, a successful and loving husband, and a brilliant teenage daughter who’s about to attend boarding school. When Bernadette suddenly disappears without a trace, her concerned family sets off on an exciting adventure to solve the mystery of where she might have gone.
Q-tips say: We thought it was ok. Liked: Finds touching moments in the story of a woman who had to get lost to find herself. Thought it was very sweet and a really wonderful examination of mental illness which is an underrepresented group on scene.
