Good afternoon, Chicago. The landmark corruption trial of former Ald. Edward Burke has stretched into its third day of jury selection, a process that U.S. District Judge Virginia Kendall said would not be complete until Thursday “unless “something magical happens.” As of Tuesday evening, a total of 37 people had been questioned, with 26 making it through “for cause” strikes to the next round. .
More than 80 restaurants are gearing up for Lake County Restaurant Week April 14-23, Krafted Burger Bar is offering a Tax Day deal, and a Special Spring High Tea is on the menu Sunday at The Drake Oak Brook.
Solely for research purposes, I purchased a 12-pack of Truly Hard Seltzer, a product of Boston Beer Co., the maker of Sam Adams beers, which are generally pretty good. I tried one. My impression was that it was a simple, overly sweet soda pop with a slight kick. I gave the spouse a taste. “Ewww. Ewww. Ewww. Ewww. . I can’t get that taste out of my mouth. Ewww.” I determined to figure out the appeal of these beverages.