"An Evening in Shangri-La" 3rd Saturday of the month at Chef Shangri-La (It's over-see last page)

Here's Saturday's FREE raffle items...

...Orchids of Hawaii Pineapple mug w/lid, Hawaiian visor, vintage Coco Joe's pen set, a dozen FOM swizzles, carved Ku mug/Maui, framed Evening in Shangri-La poster, a pewter Tiki pendant, Tiki shot glass, Aku Tiki menu, Hula Dancer coffee cup, a vintage Tiki toothpick holder, ceramic Ku mug, pack of various Tiki magnets, and a framed 2013 Fong Fest poster.

The drink special for Saturday 8/16 is an $8.00 Pina Colada, plus of course, the usual (huge) selection of Tropical Drinks and fabulous Asian Fusion Cuisine to help everyone through the evening. So why not come on out and listen the hipnotic grooves of Alewife in the tropical ambiance of Chef Shangri-La?

PLEASE DON'T FORGET THIS IMPORTANT NEWS FLASH

FYI: NEW START TIME FOR 2014 IS 9:00PM, BANDS WILL STILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will still be held between sets at approximately 10:00pm/10:15pm. THEN BANDS WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 11:15pm/11:30pm! Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so we may get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

D&C
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PS: NO 3RD SATURDAY EVENT NEXT MONTH---INSTEAD COME JOIN A FULL DAY FUN AT THE 3RD ANNUAL FONG FEST! :D

More info here... http://www.tikicentral.com/viewtopic.php?topic=47935&forum=4&0

The Revomatics from Milwaukee return to the Chef for this month's "Evening in Shangri-La" 3rd Saturday event on the 18th...

...for those of you who may be unfamiliar with these boys click here for their FB bio... https://www.facebook.com/TheRevomatics/info

The drink special for Saturday 10/18 is an $18 Neko Cat with any drink , plus of course, the usual (huge) selection of Tropical Drinks and fabulous Asian Fusion Cuisine to help everyone through the evening. So why not come on out and listen the reverb drenched sounds of The Revomatics in the tropical ambiance of Chef Shangri-La?

VERY IMPORTANT NEWS FLASH

DUE TO THE LOS STRAITJACKETS/DEKE DICKERSON SHOW AT FITZGERALDS LATER IN THE EVENING WE WILL BE HAVING
A SPECIAL 7:00 PM START TIME! BAND WILL STILL PLAY 2-45 minute sets and the FREE raffle will still be held between sets at approximately 7:45/8:00, band will then play second set ending by 9pm. This way everyone can head over to FitzGerald's for the show.

Dinner at the Chef featuring fabulous surf music by The Revomatics followed by The Straitjackets with Deke, now that's a 2fer!!!

See ya'll at the Chef!

D&C
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Here are tomorrow's FREE raffle items...

...a framed Evening in Shangri-La poster, not one but 2 Revomatics CDs, a wacky One-eyed People Eater pendant, Tiki fork and spoon salad set, a small Fong Fest Ladies t-shirt, a Potpourri of swizzles, small carved Tiki, a bundle of FOM swizzles, an Orchids of Hawaii Ku coffee cup, set of Tiki candles, Orchids of Hawaii Geisha Girl mug, and a framed 2014 Fong Fest poster.

The drink special for Saturday 10/18 is an $18 Neko Cat with any drink , plus of course, the usual (huge) selection of Tropical Drinks and fabulous Asian Fusion Cuisine to help everyone through the evening. So why not come on out and listen the reverb drenched sounds of The Revomatics in the tropical ambiance of Chef Shangri-La?

VERY IMPORTANT NEWS FLASH

DUE TO THE LOS STRAITJACKETS/DEKE DICKERSON SHOW AT FITZGERALDS LATER IN THE EVENING WE WILL BE HAVING A SPECIAL 7:00 PM START TIME! BAND WILL STILL PLAY 2-45 minute sets and the FREE raffle will still be held between sets at approximately 7:45/8:00, band will then play second set ending by 9pm. This way everyone can head over to FitzGerald's for the show.

Dinner at the Chef featuring fabulous surf music by The Revomatics followed by The Straitjackets with Deke, now that's a 2fer!!!

See ya'll at the Chef!

D&C
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This month's 3rd Saturday event on 11/15 features the long awaited return of Miss Barbara Clifford to the Chef...

...Barb has been a staple in the Chicago music scene for many years, for those unfamiliar with her, please read her extensive bio on FB https://www.facebook.com/barbaracliffordsinger/info

The drink special for Saturday 11/15 is a Freaky Tiki with glass for $17, plus the usual (huge) selection of Tropical Drinks and Asian Fusion Cuisine to help everyone through the night. So come on out and hear sweet vocal styling of Miss Barbara Clifford in the tropical ambiance of Chef Shangri-La!

IMPORTANT NEWS FLASH

FYI: NEW START TIME IS NOW 8:30PM, BANDS WILL STILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will still be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BANDS WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm! Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so we may get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

D&C
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BaMbOoLoDgE...where the South Pacific meets the Great White North!

[ Edited by: BambooLodge 2014-11-04 07:49 ]

Here's tomorrow's FREE Raffle items...

...a Ladies 2014 Fong Fest t-shirt(M), vintage OMC matte black Moai mug, a couple of bundles of FOM swizzles, vintage Westwood Tiki shot glass, a Benihana mug, a ThrottleBilly Various Artists CD, a Maori Headhunter mug, a ceramic bamboo pattern Surfboard serving tray, a packet of magnetic Tiki/Tropical décor for your car, a framed Evening in Shangri-La poster, Dynasty bamboo mug, a vintage cork nautical lantern, and a framed 2014 Fong Fest poster.

The drink special for tomorrow is a Freaky Tiki with glass for $17, plus the usual (huge) selection of Tropical Drinks and Asian Fusion Cuisine to help everyone through the night. So come on out and hear sweet vocal styling of Miss Barbara Clifford in the tropical ambiance of Chef Shangri-La!

IMPORTANT NEWS FLASH

FYI: NEW START TIME IS NOW 8:30PM, BANDS WILL STILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will still be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BANDS WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm! Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so we may get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

D&C
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Please join the Chef for the last "Evening in Shangri-La" of the year on Saturday 12/20 once again featuring The Holi-Dyes...

...for the 3rd year running the Dyes are goina spice up your evening with some seasonal tunes along with other stuff from their collective musical bag of goodies! Also, reliable sources have told us that they will be joined by a couple of The Janes Go-Go Dancers!

The drink special for Saturday 12/20 is a Tropical Cocktail with glass for $18, plus the usual (huge) selection of Tropical Drinks and Asian Fusion Cuisine to help everyone through the night. So put on your best Holiday Alohawear, come on out and check out The Holi-Dyes in the tropical ambiance of Chef Shangri-La!

IMPORTANT NEWS FLASH

FYI: NEW START TIME IS NOW 8:30PM, BANDS WILL STILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will still be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BANDS WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm! Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so we may get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

D&C

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BaMbOoLoDgE...where the South Pacific meets the Great White North!

[ Edited by: BambooLodge 2014-12-09 09:37 ]

Here are Saturday's FREE raffle items...

...a framed 2005 screen printed Exotica poster, a Tiki Leilani mug, a dozen CATT swizzles, ladies medium Fong Fest 2014 t-shirt, a Lucky Bamboo plant, shell necklace and earrings combo, Tiki Ice Tray combo,vintage carved Hawaiian collectors plate, dozen FOM swizzles, a framed Evening in Shangri-La poster, ThrottleBilly beach Riot CD, vintage Hula Girl doll in original packaging, cool Tiki pendant, and a big ol Scorpion Bowl!

Also, the drink special for Saturday is a Tropical Cocktail with glass for $18, plus the usual (huge) selection of Tropical Drinks and Asian Fusion Cuisine to help everyone through the night. So put on your best Holiday Alohawear, come on out and check out The Holi-Dyes in the tropical ambiance of Chef Shangri-La!

IMPORTANT NEWS FLASH

FYI: NEW START TIME IS NOW 8:30PM, BANDS WILL STILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will still be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BANDS WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm! Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so the dining room can be made ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

~D&C

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Please join the Chef for the first "Evening in Shangri-La" of 2015 on Saturday 1/17 starring those "Honky Tonk Fools" The Gin Palace Jesters!

These Boys have been purveyors of the finest in Original and Traditional Hard Hittin' Hillbilly & Honkytonk Music since 1999! If ya'll ain't ever caught their act this would be a good time to do so!

The Chef has a huge selection of Tropical Drinks and Asian/Hawaiian Fusion Cuisine to help everyone through the night. It's cold outside so why not warm up with some down home hillbilly music by the Gin Palace Jesters, and the tropical ambiance of Chef Shangri-La!

IMPORTANT NEWS FLASH

FYI: NEW START TIME IS NOW 8:30PM, BANDS WILL STILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will still be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BANDS WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm! Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so we may get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

D&C
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BaMbOoLoDgE...where the South Pacific meets the Great White North!

[ Edited by: BambooLodge 2015-01-06 17:59 ]

Here are this coming Saturday's FREE Raffle items...

...a Palmetto Kukui Nut Necklace, a framed 2014 Fong Fest Poster, pair of Tiki ice trays, a dozen FOM swizzles, a vintage Orchids of Hawaii Geisha Girl mug, a Sour Puss limited edition Tiki mug, a framed print from Saturday evening's event, a coconut monkey, vintage Orchid of Hawaii vintage pineapple mug with lid, vintage Treasure Craft Pineapple S&P shakers, Ladies 2014 Fong Fest t-shirt, vintage Treasure Craft Hawaiian collectors plate, ThrottleBilly Beach Riot CD, and a vintage Coco Joe's King Kamehameha Hapa wood figurine.

Remember folks, the Chef has a huge selection of Tropical Drinks and Asian/Hawaiian Fusion Cuisine to help everyone through the night. It's cold outside so why not warm up with some down home hillbilly music by the Gin Palace Jesters, and the tropical ambiance of Chef Shangri-La!

IMPORTANT NEWS FLASH

FYI: NEW START TIME IS NOW 8:30PM, BANDS WILL STILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will still be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BANDS WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm! Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so we may get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

D&C
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Wow!! The Gin Palace Jesters totally blew 'em away at the Chef this past Saturday. Full house the entire evening, and the boys were even brought back for an encore! Thanx for making them feel at home! :wink:

Next month Alewife, so stay tuned...

D&C

Ladies and Gentlemen, we are proud to announce the return of our good friends, Alewife, for the 3rd Saturday Evening in Shangri-La event on February 21st...

...the boys will once again be playing their unique bubbly blend of Surf/Latin/Exotica percolating rhythms for your listening experience. If you have not seen them we urge you to come check 'em out, you will not be disappointed.

This month the drink special is any tropical libation in Tiki mug of your choice for $18.00, plus the Chef has a huge selection of Tropical Drinks and Asian/Hawaiian Fusion Cuisine to help everyone through the night. It's cold outside so why not warm up with the hipnotic grooves of Alewife in the tropical ambiance that is Chef Shangri-La?

IMPORTANT NEWS FLASH

FYI: NEW START TIME IS NOW 8:30PM, BANDS WILL STILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will still be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BANDS WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm! Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so we may get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

D&C

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PS: Stay tuned for a photo of this month's FREE raffle items! :wink:

Here are this coming Saturday's FREE raffle items...

...a framed Fong Fest 2014 poster, Sour Puss Tiki mug, a Coco Joe's Tiki letter opener, framed Alewife event photo, yellow Moai candle, a dozen FOM swizzles, Maori Headhunter mug, a framed Evening in Shangri-La poster, Ladies small Fong Fest 2014 Fong Fest t-shirt, set of Tiki Party Lites, set of Hawaiian shell earrings and necklace, a cool little Coconut purse, and a vintage Hawaiian Art coffee mug!

This month the drink special is any tropical libation in Tiki mug of your choice for $18.00, plus the Chef has a huge selection of Tropical Drinks and Asian/Hawaiian Fusion Cuisine to help everyone through the night. It's cold outside so why not warm up with the hipnotic grooves of Alewife in the tropical ambiance that is Chef Shangri-La?

IMPORTANT NEWS FLASH

FYI: NEW START TIME IS NOW 8:30PM, BANDS WILL STILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will still be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BANDS WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm! Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so we may get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

D&C

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BaMbOoLoDgE...where the South Pacific meets the Great White North!

[ Edited by: BambooLodge 2015-02-18 11:02 ]

Folks, tables for this coming Saturday night's Alewife show are filling up fast, so we urge you MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS NOW @ 708-442-7080!

THIS HAS BEEN A PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT! :wink:

WoW!!! Holy Guacamole! What an absolutely incredible performance this past Saturday evening by Alewife! Huge Kudos to Mitch, Colin, Miguel, & Alex for another wonderful show, and the fabulous Beverly for providing us with a vocal soundtrack to the boys musical adventure! It was a totally fantabulous time and the Chef was packed the entire night. Thanx again!!!

PS: Sorry for the shitty photo. :( If anyone got god photos please post!

Please join us for the return of 13Tikis to the Chef for the Evening in Shangri-La event on Saturday March 21st...

...Chicago's Premier Surf and Instrumental Band are goina be warming the place up as we usher in the official start of Spring!

THIS JUST IN:

We have a NEW MENU with lotsa fun stuff, including NEW Tropical Libations, NEW Entrees like Coconut Chicken, Twisted Moco Loco, Coconut Shrimp Po' Boy, as well the old standards. The drink special for the 21st is $9.00 for Domestic Beer Bucket!

IMPORTANT NEWS FLASH

FYI: NEW START TIME IS NOW 8:30PM, BANDS WILL STILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will still be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BANDS WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm! Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so we may get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

D&C

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Here are this coming Saturday's FREE raffle items...

...framed Fong Fest 2014 poster, Sour Puss Tiki mug, vintage wooden Ku mug, framed 13Tikis event poster, a Pineapple candle, a dozen FOM swizzles, vintage Orchids of Hawaii God of Longevity mug, framed Evening in Shangri-La poster, Ladies medium 2014 Fong Fest t-shirt, set of Tiki Party Lites, a wooden Aloha bracelet and Purple Jade Tiki necklace combo, ThrottleBilly Beach Riot CD(our last one), and a vintage Ku Tiki coffee mug! Yes, that's right folks in honor of 13Tikis it's 13 FREE Raffle items!

DON'T FORGET THE CHEF HAS A NEW MENU with lotsa fun stuff, including NEW Tropical Libations, NEW Entrees like Coconut Chicken, Twisted Moco Loco, Coconut Shrimp Po' Boy, as well the old standards. The drink special for the 21st is $9.00 for Domestic Beer Bucket!

IMPORTANT NEWS FLASH

FYI: NEW START TIME IS NOW 8:30PM, BANDS WILL STILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will still be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BANDS WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm! Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so we may get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

D&C

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PREPARE TO BE AMAZED!

That's right Folks it's the return those Amazing Heeby Jeebies to Chef Shangri-la for the 3rd Saturday Evening in Shangri-La event on April 18th!

What can we say other than if you have never checked them out you NEED to! Here is a link to their FB bio...
https://www.facebook.com/amazingheebyjeebies/info… Spring has sprung and what better way to celebrate than with some tropical drinks, good food, and AMAZING music?

DON'T FORGET THE CHEF HAS A NEW MENU with lotsa fun stuff, including NEW Tropical Libations, NEW Entrees like Coconut Chicken, Twisted Moco Loco, Coconut Shrimp Po' Boy, as well the old standards. The drink special for Saturday the 18th is a set of 4 Tiki Shot Glasses with house shot $18.00.

NEW START TIME IS NOW 8:30PM, BANDS WILL STILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will still be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BANDS WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm! Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so we may get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

D&C
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Here are this coming Saturday's FREE raffle items...

...framed Fong Fest 2014 poster, Sour Puss Tiki mug, vintage Lucite Hawaiian souvenir, framed Amazing Heeby Jeebies event poster, a Moai candle, a dozen FOM swizzles, vintage Orchids of Hawaii Samurai mug, framed Evening in Shangri-La poster, Ladies XL 2014 Fong Fest t-shirt, a custom made glass block Tiki Light, a Maui shot glass Hula Girl combo, a Booglie Head nodder, a Mai Tai Tiki bucket mug, and a small royal blue Fish Float. The weather is fabulous so come on out, and be prepared to be AMAZED!

DON'T FORGET THE CHEF HAS A NEW MENU with lotsa fun stuff, including NEW Tropical Libations, NEW Entrees like Coconut Chicken, Twisted Moco Loco, Coconut Shrimp Po' Boy, as well the old standards. The drink special for Saturday the 18th is a set of 4 Tiki Shot Glasses with house shot $18.00.

NEW START TIME IS NOW 8:30PM, BANDS WILL STILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will still be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BANDS WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm! Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so we may get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

D&C
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It's the return of The Butterfields to the Chef for the 3rd Saturday Evening in Shangri-La event on May 16th!

In case you've never caught their act here's a little something that describes the boys and their music, straight from their FB page..."Surfabilly Psychedelic rock band that produces hallucinations and apparent expansion of consciousness."

DON'T FORGET THE CHEF HAS A NEW MENU with lotsa fun stuff, including NEW Tropical Libations, NEW Entrees like Coconut Chicken, Twisted Moco Loco, Coconut Shrimp Po' Boy, as well the old standards. The drink special for the 16th is a set of 4 Tiki Shot Glasses with house shot $18.00.

NEW START TIME IS NOW 8:30PM, BANDS WILL STILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will still be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BANDS WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm! Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so we may get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

D&C
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Here are this coming Saturday's FREE Raffle items...

...framed Fong Fest 2014 poster, Sour Puss Tiki mug, vintage Monkeypod Hawaiian goblet, framed Butterfields event poster, a Moai candle, a dozen FOM swizzles, vintage Tiki Leilani mug, framed Evening in Shangri-La poster, a shell necklace, a Booglie Head nodder, a Mai Tai Tiki bucket mug, and a vintage 60' Tiki style votive lantern. Come on out and get Psychedelicized with The Butterfields in the Tropical Ambiance of the Chef!

DON'T FORGET THE CHEF HAS A NEW MENU with lotsa fun stuff, including NEW Tropical Libations, NEW Entrees like Coconut Chicken, Twisted Moco Loco, Coconut Shrimp Po' Boy, as well the old standards. The drink special for the 16th is a set of 4 Tiki Shot Glasses with house shot $18.00.

NEW START TIME IS NOW 8:30PM, BANDS WILL STILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will still be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BANDS WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm! Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so we may get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

D&C
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That's right Folks, Alewife featuring the vocal stylings of Ms Beverly Gibson returns to the Chef for this month's "Evening in Shangri-La" event on 6/20!

They're bringing their unique bubbly blend of Surf/Latin/Exotica music back to the Chef. If you missed Beverly's debut with the boys here in February, this is your chance to check 'em out!

DON'T FORGET THE CHEF HAS A NEW MENU with lotsa fun stuff, including NEW Tropical Libations, NEW Entrees like Coconut Chicken, Twisted Moco Loco, Coconut Shrimp Po' Boy, as well the old standards. The drink special for the 20th is any Tropical Drink in a Parrot mug for $18.00.

NEW START TIME IS NOW 8:30PM, BANDS WILL STILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will still be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BANDS WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm! Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so we may get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef

D&C
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Here are this month's FREE raffle items...

......framed Fong Fest 2014 poster, Sour Puss Tiki mug, framed Alewife event poster, a Tiki candle, a dozen FOM swizzles, Men's XL 2014 Fong Fest t-shirt, vintage Orchids of Hawaii Bamboo mug, framed Evening in Shangri-La poster, a shell necklace, a set of Tiki cheese spreaders, a Mai Tai Tiki bucket mug, and a vintage 60' Tiki style votive lantern. Come on out and celebrate the official beginning of Summer with Alewife in the Tropical Ambiance of the Chef!

DON'T FORGET THE CHEF HAS A NEW MENU with lotsa fun stuff, including NEW Tropical Libations, NEW Entrees like Coconut Chicken, Twisted Moco Loco, Coconut Shrimp Po' Boy, as well the old standards. The drink special for the 20th is any Tropical drink in a Parrot mug for $18.00.

NEW START TIME IS NOW 8:30PM, BANDS WILL STILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will still be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BANDS WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm! Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so we may get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

D&C
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The Cocktail Preachers return to the Chef for this month's "Evening in Shangri-La" event on /Saturday, July 18th.

That's right Folks, The Cocktail Preachers are bringing their Thunderous Surf sounds back to the Chef! Summer is in full swing so come on out and enjoy some fabulous music in the tropical ambiance of Chef Shangri-La.

DON'T FORGET THE CHEF HAS A NEW MENU with lotsa fun stuff, including NEW Tropical Libations, NEW Entrees like Coconut Chicken, Twisted Moco Loco, Coconut Shrimp Po' Boy, as well the old standards. The drink special for the 18th is any Tropical Drink in a white mug for $18.00.

NEW START TIME IS NOW 8:30PM, BANDS WILL STILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will still be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BANDS WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm! Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so we may get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

D&C
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Awesome! I'm gonna be in town for this! Totally gonna be there!

Mahalo!

Here's tomorrow's FREE Raffle items...

...framed Fong Fest 2014 poster, Sour Puss Tiki mug, , a small resin Tiki statue, a dozen FOM swizzles, Men's XL 2014 Fong Fest t-shirt (thee very last one), Libby Bamboo mug, framed Evening in Shangri-La poster, a Tribal necklace, a Mai Tai Tiki bucket mug, vintage Monkeypod wooden pineapple tidbit tray (not pictured)and Cocktail recipe book with artwork by Shag. It's goina be hot outside tomorrow and the Cocktail Preachers will be burnin' it up inside the cool Tropical Ambiance of the Chef, so do yourself a favor and get on over there!

DON'T FORGET THE CHEF HAS A NEW MENU with lotsa fun stuff, including NEW Tropical Libations, NEW Entrees like BBQ Pork Tacos with Mango Salsa, Coconut Chicken, Twisted Moco Loco, Coconut Shrimp Po' Boy, as well the old standards. The drink special for the 20th is any Tropical drink in a white collectible mug for $18.00.

NEW START TIME IS NOW 8:30PM, BANDS WILL STILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will still be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BANDS WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm! Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so we may get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

D&C
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Making their first appearance at the Chef for this month's 3rd Saturday "Evening in Shangri-La" event, Chris Casello & The Corsairs...

...here's more info straight from their FB page, "New burning hot string band from Chicago. Mixing hillbilly music with the rhythm and blues to create that new music all the kids are dancing to." Let's just say these boys definitely bring it, so come on out and join the fun!

DON'T FORGET THE CHEF HAS A NEW MENU with lotsa fun stuff, including NEW Tropical Libations, NEW Entrees like Coconut Chicken, Twisted Moco Loco, Coconut Shrimp Po' Boy, as well the old standards. The drink special for the 15th is any Tropical Drink in a Parrot mug for $18.00.

NEW START TIME IS NOW 8:30PM, BANDS WILL STILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will still be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BANDS WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm! Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so we may get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

D&C
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Here's Saturday's FREE Raffle items...

...a framed Fong Fest 2014 poster, Sour Puss Tiki mug, a small resin Tiki statue, a dozen FOM swizzles, Libby Bamboo mug, framed limited edition print from a 2004 Wisconsin Tiki event, a small Tribal mask, a Menu from the famous Omni Hut in Smyrna TN, vintage Disney Polynesian Village Tiki goblet, a dozen (mix it up) Tiki swizzles, set of 3 small Tiki torches, and a Kukui Nut Lei. It's goina be steaming outside, and Chris Casello & the Corsairs will be burnin' up the Chef! Come on out, you will not be disappointed. Be sure to a tasty libation to help you cool off!:wink:

DON'T FORGET THE CHEF HAS A NEW MENU with lotsa fun stuff, including NEW Tropical Libations, NEW Entrees like BBQ Pork Tacos with Mango Salsa, Coconut Chicken, Twisted Moco Loco, Coconut Shrimp Po' Boy, as well the old standards. The drink special for the 15th is any Tropical Drink in a Parrot mug for $18.00.

START TIME IS 8:30PM, BANDS WILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BANDS WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm! Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so we may get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

D&C
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Please join us for the return of 13Tikis to the Chef for the "Evening in Shangri-La" event on Saturday October 17th!

That's right folks, it is October and what better way to get ya'll in that Halloween spirit than with some SpOoKy tunes from "Chicago's Premier Surf and Instrumental Band"!

DON'T FORGET THE CHEF HAS A NEW MENU with lotsa fun stuff, including NEW Tropical Libations, NEW Entrees like Coconut Chicken, Twisted Moco Loco, Coconut Shrimp Po' Boy, as well the old standards. The drink special for the 17th is any Tropical in 2 Faced Tiki Mug for $18!

START TIME IS 8:30PM, BANDS WILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BANDS WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm! Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so we may get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

D&C
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Stay tuned for photo of FREE Raffle items!!!

Here are this comimg Saturday's FREE Raffle items...

...a framed Fong Fest 2015 poster, Sour Puss Tiki mug, a Tiki bobble head, a dozen FOM swizzles, a Bamboo Tiki mug, framed "Evening in Shangri-La" poster, a small Tribal mask, a woman's 2015 Large Fong Fest t-shirt, vintage Westwood Tiki mug, a Hawaiian Shell lei, a pineapple Tiki mug w/lid, a framed 13Tikis event poster, and a cute little Hawaiian couple S&P shakers. Come on out and enjoy Spooky fun with Chicago's Premier Surf and Instrumental Band!

DON'T FORGET THE CHEF HAS A NEW MENU with lotsa fun stuff, including NEW Tropical Libations, NEW Entrees like BBQ Pork Tacos with Mango Salsa, Coconut Chicken, Twisted Moco Loco, Coconut Shrimp Po' Boy, as well the old standards. The drink special for the 17th is any Tropical in 2 Faced Tiki Mug for $18!

START TIME IS 8:30PM, BANDS WILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BANDS WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm! Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so we may get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

D&C
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Chris Casello & The Corsairs are back at the Chef for this month's 3rd Saturday "Evening in Shangri-La" event on November 21st.

In case you aren't familiar with the boys here's info straight from their FB page, "New burning hot string band from Chicago. Mixing hillbilly music with the rhythm and blues to create that new music all the kids are dancing to." Let's just say these boys definitely bring it, so come on out and join the fun!

DON'T FORGET THE CHEF HAS A NEW MENU with lotsa fun stuff, including NEW Tropical Libations, NEW Entrees like Coconut Chicken, Twisted Moco Loco, Coconut Shrimp Po' Boy, as well the old standards. The drink special for the 21st is a Dr. Fong in a Fu Man Chu mug for $18.00.

NEW START TIME IS NOW 8:30PM, BANDS WILL STILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will still be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BANDS WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm! Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so we may get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

D&C
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Stay tuned FREE Raffle photo coming soon

Here are Saturday's FREE Raffle items...

...a framed Fong Fest 2015 poster, Sour Puss Tiki mug, a resin Tiki Bobblehead, dozen FOM swizzles, Libby Bamboo mug, framed Evening in Shangri-La poster, a small Tribal mask, a pair of Monkeypod goblets, See No Evil Monkey mug, another dozen FOM swizzles, a tabletop Tiki fountain, and a 2015 Fong Fest t-shirt(men's XL). While the weather outside might be frightful, Chris Casello & the Corsairs will be burnin' up the Chef! Come on out, you will not be disappointed! :wink:

DON'T FORGET THE CHEF HAS A NEW MENU with lotsa fun stuff, including NEW Tropical Libations, NEW Entrees like BBQ Pork Tacos with Mango Salsa, Coconut Chicken, Twisted Moco Loco, Coconut Shrimp Po' Boy, as well the old standards. The drink special for the 15th is any Tropical Drink in a Parrot mug for $18.00.

START TIME IS 8:30PM, BANDS WILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BANDS WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm! Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so we may get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

D&C
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Come on out for the final 3rd Saturday of 2015...

...that's right folks, for the fourth year running The Dyes will be ushering us into Christmas week! Hot off their East Coast Tour, Jill, Lil' Lisa, and Charlie will be bringing us a few holiday tunes along with their alway infectious 50'/60's Garage and Rockabilly roots music! If you're not already in the Holiday Spirit, come on out to the Chef, it WILL put you in a more Festive mood!

DON'T FORGET THE CHEF HAS A NEW MENU with lotsa fun stuff, including NEW Tropical Libations, NEW Entrees like Coconut Chicken, Twisted Moco Loco, Coconut Shrimp Po' Boy, as well the old standards. The drink special for the 19th is a Coco Loco in a Coconut mug for $15.00.

START TIME IS 8:30PM, BAND WILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BAND WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm - Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so the staff can get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

D&C
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BaMbOoLoDgE...where the South Pacific meets the Great White North!

[ Edited by: BambooLodge 2015-12-09 10:37 ]

Here are Saturday's FREE Raffle items...

...a framed Fong Fest 2015 poster, a Sour Puss Tiki mug, resin Moai Bobblehead, dozen FOM swizzles, small 6 sided Tiki bowl, framed Evening in Shangri-La poster, Tropical drink themed Moai S&P shaker, a coconut Monkey, vintage green Westwood Tiki mug, a dozen Tiki swizzles, a shell lei, a 2015 Fong Fest t-shirt, a vintage set of 4 Hula Girl cloth napkins, with matching tablecloth, an Aloha wall plaque, and in honor of the holiday season the Surfin' Santa Chip 'n' Dip set. It may be chilly outside, but the Chef will be warm and cozy, as the Holi-Dyes help heat things up, so come on out and join in the Holiday Revelry! :wink:

DON'T FORGET THE CHEF HAS A NEW MENU with lotsa fun stuff, including NEW Tropical Libations, NEW Entrees like Coconut Chicken, Twisted Moco Loco, Coconut Shrimp Po' Boy, as well the old standards. The drink special for the 19th is a Coco Loco in a Coconut mug for $15.00.

START TIME IS 8:30PM, BAND WILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BAND WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm - Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so the staff can get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

D&C
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Please join the Chef for the first "Evening in Shangri-La" of 2016 on Saturday 1/16 starring those "Honky Tonk Fools" The Gin Palace Jesters!

These here Fella's have been purveyors of the finest in Original and Traditional Hard Hittin' Hillbilly & Honkytonk Music since 1999! I guarantee they will warm things up on what will most likely be a chilly January night!

DON'T FORGET THE CHEF HAS A NEW MENU with lotsa fun stuff, including NEW Tropical Libations, NEW Entrees like Coconut Chicken, Twisted Moco Loco, Coconut Shrimp Po' Boy, as well the old standards.

START TIME IS 8:30PM, BAND WILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BAND WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm - Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so the Chef's staff can get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

D&C
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Stay tuned for FREE raffle items...

Here are Saturday's FREE raffle items...

...framed Fong Fest 2015 poster, Sour Puss Tiki mug, a small wooden Moai carving, a dozen FOM swizzles, Men's XL 2015 Fong Fest t-shirt, Libby Bamboo mug, framed Evening in Shangri-La poster, a Tribal/Tiki mask, a dozen Tiki swizzles, vintage nautical themed lantern, Tiki shot glass, a shell lei, and a Tiki/Bowling themed print! It's gonna be freezing ass cold outside tomorrow but the Gin Palace Jesters will be burnin' it up inside the warm Tropical Ambiance of the Chef, so do yourself a favor and get on over there!

DON'T FORGET THE CHEF HAS A NEW MENU with lotsa fun stuff, including NEW Tropical Libations, NEW Entrees like Coconut Chicken, Twisted Moco Loco, Coconut Shrimp Po' Boy, as well the old standards.

START TIME IS 8:30PM, BAND WILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BAND WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm - Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so the Chef's staff can get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

D&C

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This month the Chef is proud to be featuring a spin off project of the Revomatics called the Tikinauts...

...from their FB page: Classic instrumental surf rock and exotica jazz. We are the makers of music, and the dreamers of dreams. Come on out this weekend you will not be disappointed

DON'T FORGET THE CHEF HAS A NEW MENU with lotsa fun stuff, including NEW Tropical Libations, NEW Entrees like Coconut Chicken, Twisted Moco Loco, Coconut Shrimp Po' Boy, as well the old standards.

START TIME IS 8:30PM, BAND WILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BAND WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm - Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so the Chef's staff can get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

D&C

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FREE Raffle items coming leter in the week!! :wink:

Here are Saturday's FREE raffle items...

...a framed Fong Fest 2015 poster, Sour Puss Tiki mug, small Tiki S & P shaker set, a dozen FOM swizzles, woman's 2015 Fong Fest t-shirt, Ku Tiki mug, framed Evening in Shangri-La poster, a replica Woody Wagon, another dozen FOM swizzles, vintage OMC Tiki bucket mug, a metal vintage look Tiki Room sign, a shell lei, and 2 Revomatics CDs! It's actually warming up outside, so no excuses, get yourself over to the Chef for a an enchanting evening of music from the Tikinauts in a wonderful tropical atmosphere!

DON'T FORGET THE CHEF HAS A NEW MENU with lotsa fun stuff, including NEW Tropical Libations, NEW Entrees like Coconut Chicken, Twisted Moco Loco, Coconut Shrimp Po' Boy, as well the old standards.

START TIME IS 8:30PM, BAND WILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BAND WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm - Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so the Chef's staff can get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

D&C

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Is there going to be an event on March 19th? My friends and I are going to C2E2 downtown that day, and we would love to end the day with some Tiki.

The next 3rd Saturday event coming up on 3/19 features the one and only Cocktail Preachers ...

DON'T FORGET THE CHEF HAS A NEW MENU with lotsa fun stuff, including NEW Tropical Libations, NEW Entrees like Coconut Chicken, Twisted Moco Loco, Coconut Shrimp Po' Boy, as well the old standards.

START TIME IS 8:30PM, BAND WILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BAND WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm - Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so the Chef's staff can get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

D&C
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PS: Stay tuned for this month's FREE raffle photo coming soon!!!!

Here are the FREE raffle items for this Saturday...

...a framed Fong Fest 2015 poster, Sour Puss Tiki mug, a cool Hula Girl S & P shaker set, a dozen FOM swizzles, men's 2015 Fong Fest t-shirt, generic Tiki mug, framed Evening in Shangri-La poster, a Tiki hanging shot glass, a dozen Tiki swizzles, bamboo ceramic planter, a Tiki Bar sign, and a very nice shell lei! Spring officially starts Sunday, but we're gonna get things heated up a little early with some smokin' Surf sounds brought to us by the one and only Cocktail Preachers!

DON'T FORGET THE CHEF HAS A NEW MENU with lotsa fun stuff, including NEW Tropical Libations, NEW Entrees like Coconut Chicken, Twisted Moco Loco, Coconut Shrimp Po' Boy, as well the old standards.

START TIME IS 8:30PM, BAND WILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BAND WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm - Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so the Chef's staff can get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

D&C

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April 16th marks the return of the Amazing Heeby Jeebies to the Chef's 3rd Saturday event...

DON'T FORGET THE CHEF HAS A NEW MENU with lotsa fun stuff, including NEW Tropical Libations, NEW Entrees like Coconut Chicken, Twisted Moco Loco, Coconut Shrimp Po' Boy, as well the old standards.

START TIME IS 8:30PM, BAND WILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BAND WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm - Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so the Chef's staff can get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

D&C

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Here's this month's FREE raffle items...

...a framed Fong Fest 2015 poster, Sour Puss Tiki mug, Dynasty Pirate mug, a dozen FOM swizzles, women's 2015 Fong Fest t-shirt, Orchids of Hawaii Fu Man Chu mug, a small tribal mask, a framed Evening in Shangri-La poster, a Tiki shot glass, a huge Monkey Pod Hawaiian tidbit tray, a Tiki Bar sign, and a very nice shell lei! The weather is gonna be fabulous, so pull out that Aloha Wear, put it on, and head on over to the Chef for some smoldering Garage-A-Billy brought to us by those Amazing Heeby Jeebies! :wink:

DON'T FORGET THE CHEF HAS A NEW MENU with lotsa fun stuff, including NEW Tropical Libations, NEW Entrees like Coconut Chicken, Twisted Moco Loco, Coconut Shrimp Po' Boy, as well the old standards.

START TIME IS 8:30PM, BAND WILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BAND WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm - Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so the Chef's staff can get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

D&C

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Oops! Forgot to post for this month...

You don't wanna miss this one cuz the boys in Hillbilly Idle are gonna be bringin' the thunder to the Chef on Saturday May 21st! They have not graced the 3rd Saturday event stage for quite some time so git yerself over to the Chef for this one!

Here's the FREE raffle items for this Saturday as well...

......a framed Fong Fest 2015 poster, Sour Puss Tiki mug, a Moai Tiki mug, a dozen FOM swizzles, women's 2015 Fong Fest t-shirt, Orchids of Hawaii Bamboo mug, a small metal Hawaiian sign, a framed Evening in Shangri-La poster, a Scentsy Aroma therapy kit, a huge Monkey Pod Hawaiian tidbit tray, a Tiki Leilani mug, and a very nice shell lei! We're only a week away from Memorial Day weekend, so let's get the party started a little early, by Gittin' Gone with Hillbilly Idle at the Chef!

DON'T FORGET THE CHEF HAS A NEW MENU with lotsa fun stuff, including NEW Tropical Libations, NEW Entrees like Coconut Chicken, Twisted Moco Loco, Coconut Shrimp Po' Boy, as well the old standards.

START TIME IS 8:30PM, BAND WILL PLAY 2 sets and the FREE raffle will be held between sets at approximately 9:15pm/9:30pm. THEN BAND WILL PLAY A SECOND SET FINISHING by 10:15pm/10:30pm - Patrons are welcome to move to the Tiki bar at that time, so the Chef's staff can get the dining room ready for Sunday. The Chef management thanks you for your continued support!!!!

See Ya'll at the Chef!

FYI: NO MORE 3RD SATURDAY EVENTS AT CHEF SHANGRI-LA.

It was a good run folks thanx, for everything! Too bad it had to come to an end. :cry:

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