Going in Style

10/21 – Lifelong buddies Willie (Morgan Freeman), Joe (Michael Caine) and Albert (Alan Arkin) decide to buck retirement and step off the straight-and-narrow when their pension funds become a corporate casualty. Desperate to pay the bills and come through for their loved ones, the three men risk it all by embarking on a daring adventure to knock off the very bank that absconded with their money.

Q-tips say: Even tho it was not realistic in some parts, we did enjoy it. If you are on the older spectrum of life – codgers- you might enjoy, Going in Style.

Mrs. Q says: the movie is made to get a few good chuckles out of the audience who are probably all around the same age as these characters. There is a sweetness and a sadness to this film, but it is essentially a light-hearted piece with plenty of laughs.

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Moretti’s

10/10/21 – Moretti’s – 6415 Dempster St Morton Grove, IL, (847) 469-1200, morettisrestaurants.com

Q-Tips say: Went with Mrs. Q’s sister for a goodbye visit till next Spring.

The Mr. had: A cup of soup – Minestrone & the Sausage and Peppers -Char-grilled spicy Italian sausage with roasted peppers and onions.

Mrs. Q had: A cup of soup – Minestrone & the Chopped Chicken Salad – Chopped lettuce, diced tomato, cucumber, green onion, feta cheese, avocado, antipasto olives and grilled chicken breast with buttermilk ranch dressing.

Mrs. Q’s sister had: Asiago Stuffed Crust Pizza – thin crust with sausage, provolone cheese rolled into the outer crust. then brushed with garlic butter and topped with more provolone and Asiago cheese.

Photo of Moretti's Ristorante & Pizzeria - Morton Grove - Morton Grove, IL, United States. Chicken Chef Salad - Appetizer
Chicken Salad
Photo of Moretti's Ristorante & Pizzeria - Morton Grove - Morton Grove, IL, United States. Cheese pizza!
Cheese Pizza
Photo of Moretti's Ristorante & Pizzeria - Morton Grove - Morton Grove, IL, United States. Yes, it is, it's true
Inside – Yes, this is so true!
Photo of Moretti's Ristorante & Pizzeria - Morton Grove - Morton Grove, IL, United States
Inside
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GALE STREET INN – Chicago IL 10/8/2021

GALE STREET INN – 4914 N Milwaukee Ave. Chicago, IL 60630, (773) 725-1300, galestreet.com

Photo of Gale Street Inn - Chicago - Chicago, IL, United States

Q-Tips say: Went with long time friends for a goodbye dinner till Spring. Enjoyed their company, drinks and dinner.  Best part was the good time with long time friends. 

Q-tips say: Food/Service/Drinks were ok.  All ordered Oyster Rockefeller and shared their orders. Q-tips prefer the Raw Oysters – especially Blue Point Oysters.

I had: the 1/2 slab of Ribs & Baked Shrimp. The other three had 1/2 slab of Ribs.  Several had soup & one had salad.

 

Photo of Gale Street Inn - Chicago - Chicago, IL, United States. Baby back ribs with AuGratin potatoes.
1/2 rack Baby back ribs with Au Gratin potatoes
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Photo of Gale Street Inn - Chicago - Chicago, IL, United States. This eating area is in the back. You can get to it if you walk through the bar.
Indoor dining in the back room

Photo of Gale Street Inn - Chicago - Chicago, IL, United States. Oysters Rockefeller
Photo of Gale Street Inn - Chicago - Chicago, IL, United States. Fresh Oysters! $16
Raw Oysters – did not have them. Q-tips prefer the raw oyster.
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1/2 rack of Baby Back Ribs & 3 shrimp w/ Panko Bread crumbs
Photo of Gale Street Inn - Chicago - Chicago, IL, United States. Here is the bar that's to the left of the entrance.  The front windows are out of view on the left. There are high top tables along them.
Bar area
Photo of Gale Street Inn - Chicago - Chicago, IL, United States. Oysters Rockefeller
Oyster Rockefeller
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Best Sellers

10/2/21 – Lucy Standbridge (Aubrey Plaza) has inherited her father’s publishing house, and the ambitious would-be editor has nearly sunk it with failing titles. She discovers she is owed a book by Harris Shaw (Michael Caine), a reclusive, cantankerous, booze-addled author who originally put the company on the map decades earlier. In a last-ditch effort to save the company, Lucy and Harris release his new book and embark on a book tour from hell that changes them both in ways they didn’t expect.

Q-tips say: We enjoyed it. Many funny/laughable moments. You can easily see why Michael Caine wanted to play alcoholic, cantankerous novelist Harris Shaw in Lina Roessler’s comedy. Constantly exclaiming “Bullshite!”

Mrs. Q says: See it. I didn’t feel this was time lost watching this movie and enjoyed Michael Caine’s latest performance. So see it, or perhaps after seeing “Best Sellers” you might just say: “Bullshite!”

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Bonefish Grill

9310 Skokie Blvd Skokie, IL Skokie, Il., (708) 741-2687, bonefishgrill.com

9/22/21 – We began our meal with the Bang Bang Shrimp-crispy shrimp, all sauces on the side – Cocktail Sauce & their Spicy Sauce. Mr. Q had: Blackened Rainbow Trout with a side of Cole Slaw. Mrs. Q had: Scallops & Shrimp Skewer, firm texture scallops paired with jumbo shrimp and a side of mashed potatoes & asparagus. We shared the warm bread. Everything was just ok. The reason we went here was to get another visit on our Dining Rewards card so we can use our discount when we return to FL & use the discount at Flemings – Up to $20 off at Outback Steakhouse, Carrabba’s Italian Grill, Bonefish Grill or up to $40 off at Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar.

Photo of Bonefish Grill - Skokie, IL, United States. Bang Bang Shrimp
Bang Bang Shrimp
Photo of Bonefish Grill - Skokie, IL, United States
Scallops & Shrimp with a side of mashed potatoes & green beans
Photo of Bonefish Grill - Skokie, IL, United States. Rainbow trout n spinach - lovely
Blackened Rainbow Trout
Photo of Bonefish Grill - Skokie, IL, United States. Bread and olive oil
Bread & Olive Oil
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12 mighty orphans

9/18/21 – 12 MIGHTY ORPHANS tells the true story of the Mighty Mites, the football team of a Fort Worth orphanage who, during the Great Depression, went from playing without shoes—or even a football—to playing for the Texas state championships. Over the course of their winning season these underdogs and their resilient spirit became an inspiration to their city, state, and an entire nation in need of a rebound, even catching the attention of President Franklin D. Roosevelt. The architect of their success was Rusty Russell, a legendary high school coach who shocked his colleagues by giving up a privileged position so he could teach and coach at an orphanage. Few knew Rusty’s secret: that he himself was an orphan. Recognizing that his scrawny players couldn’t beat the other teams with brawn, Rusty developed innovative strategies that would come to define modern football.

Q-tips say: We liked it. See it. A true story of a tailor-made for an old-fashioned, family-friendly, earnest, feel-good movie.

Depression-era sports drama involving Texas orphans and a gentle, do-gooder head football coach named Rusty Russel.

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90 minutes in Heaven

Pronounced dead by rescue workers after a car accident, Texas pastor Don Piper (Hayden Christensen) believes that he visited heaven before springing back to life 90 minutes later.

Q-tips say: See It!

90 Minutes in Heaven is an inspiring film that is based on a true story which teaches about God's Love and His Miraculous Miracles. Don Piper back to life because He believed that he has wonderful things to accomplish. It may be boring for some but if you dive deep into its real meaning you will soon felt how beyond extraordinary it is.

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Shedd Aquarium in Chicago 9/14/2021

1200 S Lake Shore Dr., Chicago, IL 60605 – (312) 939-2438 – sheddaquarium.org

Q-tips say: Go and enjoy. Went on a “FREE DAY” for Ill residents. C-19 rules: 1. make a reservation for a specific time & always wear your mask & social distancing. We took public transportation & not many people on the bus.

Been here before and enjoyed it again. Many different exhibits to see and enjoyed seeing the beluga whale. Saw the Porpoise Show with them doing tricks & also baby Penguins walking along the walk in front of the audience. It was awesome.

After our Aquarium visit went to Berghoff’s Rest.

Photo of Shedd Aquarium - Chicago, IL, United States. Caribbean fish
Caribbean fish
Photo of Shedd Aquarium - Chicago, IL, United States
Jelly Fish
Photo of Shedd Aquarium - Chicago, IL, United States. Fish
Photo of Shedd Aquarium - Chicago, IL, United States
Outdoor exhibit
Beluga Whale

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Joe Bell

Joe & Jadin

9/13/21 –  Mark Wahlberg, JOE BELL tells the intimate and emotional true story of an Oregonian father who pays tribute to his gay teenage son Jadin, embarking on a self-reflective walk across America to speak his heart to heartland citizens about the real and terrifying costs of bullying.

Q-tips say: See it. Perhaps predictable, painful & sincere.

Mrs. Q says: This movie is “based-on-a-true-story” tearjerker “Joe Bell” is a movie with its heart in the right place. Mrs. Q wonders how difficult it must have been years ago when being Gay, Lesbian was not as accepted as it is now. Probably not a movie people will rush out to see in theaters, but one that will be well watched at home, with loved ones and box of tissue. This movie shows Jadin with strength. He’s never portrayed as a victim.

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Himmels

Photo of Himmel's - Chicago, IL, United States. Storefront

9/12/21 – 2251 W Lawrence Ave Chicago, (773) 784-8777, himmelschicago.com

Q-tips say: After the German American Fest we walked to Himmels for early dinner with our friends. Nice ambiance, clean & inside had nice German decorations & full bar. Music at dinner time.

Some had: Liver Dumpling soup – was good indeed. Then two had: Champignon Rahm Schnitzel – Pan-fried Pork Tenderloin in a shallot mushroom cream sauce. Served with spätzle and red cabbage.

Mrs. Q says: Had a similar dish at Bergoff’s & it was much better than this. This one had way too much creamy sauce all over it. Not at all like the photo below.

The other two had: Wurst Plate – Brattwurst, Thueringer, Kassler, Sauerkraut & Spätzl.

Servings were so big that all took some home.

Rahm Schnitzel

Photo of Himmel's - Chicago, IL, United States. Bayerische Wurst Platte
Wurst Plate – Brattwurst, Thueringer, Kassler, Ripperi, Sauerkraut & Spätzl
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