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Chicago Tribune
12-08-2025
- Business
- Chicago Tribune
Restaurant Jackman & Co. opens, pays tribute to Glenview founder
There's a very good reason why Ballyhoo Hospitality decided to open its newest restaurant, Jackman & Co., in Glenview. 'Glenview chose us,' explained founder and CEO Ryan O'Donnell. 'They came to Ballyhoo and asked if we would do a restaurant in Glenview. Glenview is a great village and I do have lots of friends who are there.' O'Donnell added that he, his wife Anna, and their children live down the street in Wilmette. The chain already had restaurants nearby in Wilmette, Winnetka, Highland Park, and Lake Forest. O'Donnell noted that he took into account Glenview's plans for redevelopment of the downtown area. 'We created a deal together that allowed us to put a business plan in place that made a lot of sense,' O'Donnell explained. 'They gave us grant money and they also secured a loan.' The Village Board reported the details of the agreement in an e-newsletter sent to residents in September 2023. It included the fact that the redevelopment agreement required the village to prepare the site for construction. It also provides a $1.75 million grant. In addition, the village and Ballyhoo have a loan agreement for $2.25 million to be paid back to the Village at 2% interest over the next 15 years, per a village spokesperson. There is also an intercreditor agreement that details how the village would assume responsibility to pay off Ballyhoo's portion of a second loan from a private bank. It further noted that a 'reverter clause' states that if Ballyhoo doesn't fulfill its obligations, ownership of the land and building would revert back to the village, per village information. O'Donnell noted that Jackman & Co. is fully owned by Ballyhoo Hospitality. The restaurant was named in honor of Edwin Stanton Jackman, a 'founding father of Glenview,' O'Donnell said. 'He was a steel magnate who delivered steel to the railroads back in the 1800s.' Jackman donated a bear fountain to Glenview that has become a beloved symbol of the village. It is also the mascot of the new restaurant named in Jackman's honor. It took a year for Ballyhoo to construct the new building on the space at 1749 Glenview Road. The 5,800-square-foot restaurant seats about 170 inside and 50 outside. O'Donnell reported that Jackman & Co. is a 'British-inspired gastropub that meets the Midwest.' Executive Chef Matt Lehto was not available for an interview. The menu includes British comfort food and Indian aromatics, with such menu items as red Thai curry prawns, battered fish and chips, and British beef roast with duck fat potatoes and Yorkshire pudding. The cocktail list includes such playfully-named selections as 'The Queen Doesn't Need a Passport,' which combines vodka, blackberry, thyme, and lemon. London dry gin with italicus and dry vermouth are served in 'A Happy Marriage.' The bar features an extensive selection of whiskeys. Nonalcoholic selections include, 'If These Walls Could Talk,' a mocktail of strawberry, cardamom, lemon, and ginger. Ballyhoo Hospitality officially started in 2018 but its first restaurant, Gemini, was opened in 2009 in Lincoln Park. There are currently 15 Ballyhoo restaurants in Chicago and suburbs. O'Donnell said that he chooses the location and format of each Ballyhoo restaurant by instinct. 'I don't have a grand plan and I don't usually preplan what I want to put and where,' he said. 'I look for opportunities with different neighborhoods and communities that I like and that I spend time in. I like to be part of the communities that I know will support us.' Myrna Petlicki is a freelance reporter for Pioneer Press.
Yahoo
27-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Things to do in Pensacola: Liverpool Legends; William Shatner Live; Halfway 2 Mardi Gras
Seven days out is your guide to entertainment events, concerts, festivals and activities in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. MONDAY Monday Night Blues 7 p.m. July 28. Seville Quarter, 130 E. Government St. Seville Quarter and the Blues Society of Northwest Florida are bringing the 'blues' back to the Seville Quarter Entertainment District. The event features live blues music and 'BBQ and Bud' food and drink specials. More info: 850-434-6211 or TUESDAY Ballyhoo! 6 p.m. July 29. The Handlebar, 319 N. Tarragona St. Ballyhoo! will perform live in concert featuring Cydeways, Beachfly, and Tuffalo & The Treewalkers. More info: Bands on the Beach 7 p.m. July 29. Gulfside Pavilion at Casino Beach, Pensacola Beach. Bands on the Beach is Pensacola Beach's popular outdoor summer concert series with performers for every musical taste. Featuring a lineup of regional artists, the series delivers an eclectic musical experience throughout the entire summer. This week features Mass Kunfuzion. Spectators are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. Free. More info: 850-932-2257 or WEDNESDAY Improvable Cause Presents "Cheese for the Table" 7 p.m. July 30. The Handlebar, 319 N. Tarragona St. Improvable Cause is back with "Cheese for the Table." Come laugh for a full hour of interconnected scenes that create one big, hilarious story before your bedtime. More info: THURSDAY Science Night Live: Artificial Intelligence 5:30 p.m. July 31. Pensacola MESS Hall, 418 E. Wright St. In partnership with the Gulf Coast Diplomacy Council, this unique program will feature AI professionals from Brazil for an evening of global connection and engaging exploration. Adults and teens will have the opportunity to participate in hands-on activities that demonstrate the science behind AI while also considering its global and ethical implications. This event offers a rare chance to collaborate across cultures and engage with leading thinkers in the AI space. More info: Swiftie Trivia 7 p.m. July 31. Beardless Brewhaus, 5139 Elmira St., Milton. Join Beardless Brewhaus for Taylor Swift Trivia — because your encyclopedic knowledge of lyrics, Easter eggs, and ex-boyfriends deserves to shine. From 'Tim McGraw' to The Tortured Poets Department, they're covering every era, so bring your A-game (and maybe a friendship bracelet or two). Teams are welcome, dramatic reenactments are optional, and bragging rights are forever. It's you, you're the trivia champ, it's you — If you show up. More info: Tyler Livingston 7 p.m. July 31. The Handlebar, 319 N. Tarragona St. Tyler Livingston will perform live in concert with Tyler Mac. More info: FRIDAY Gooney Bird Greene and Her True Life Adventures 7 p.m. Aug. 1, 7, 8 and 9; 2:30 p.m. Aug. 2, 3, 9 and 10. Pensacola Little Theatre, 400 S. Jefferson St. Just in time for summer, school is back in session, and things are boring — until red-headed, pajama-wearing, cowboy-booted Gooney Bird Greene bursts into the classroom and turns everything upside down. With wild outfits, wild stories, and even wilder confidence, Gooney Bird proves that everyone has a story worth telling. From flying carpets to symphony orchestras, she sparks imagination, laughter, and a little chaos. Get ready for a delightful adventure where truth is stranger (and more fun) than fiction. Adults, $25; 16 and younger, $13. More info: BRAT 7 p.m. Aug. 1. The Handlebar, 319 N. Tarragona St. BRAT will perform live in concert with The Taints, Spiral, and Broke Florida Boys. More info: Liverpool Legends: The Complete Beatles Experience 7:30 p.m. Aug. 1. Saenger Theatre, 118 S. Palafox St. Liverpool Legends are four incredibly talented musicians/actors put together by Louise Harrison, sister of the late George Harrison, to honor her brother's legacy, and re-create the band that changed the world forever. The show is narrated by the late Louise Harrison and takes you on a musical journey through time. Experience the complete history of The Beatles, starting with the early mop-top hits, such as I Want To Hold Your Hand, She Loves You, and Twist and Shout. Tickets start at $65. More info: 850-595-3880 or SATURDAY Halfway 2 Mardi Gras Glow Ball 6 p.m. Aug. 2. Hadji Shrine Temple, 800 W. Nine Mile Road. The Krewe of Cheers presents the return of the Halfway 2 Mardi Gras Glow Ball. Headlining the night is the high-energy party band Kings of Neon from New Orleans, Louisiana, bringing their electrifying glow performance to the Gulf Coast's most anticipated summer krewe event. Keeping the vibes flowing and the dance floor hot are emcees DJ Chase and Chelsey Polk, setting the tone for a night you won't forget. Cost: $85. More info: William Shatner Live On-stage with Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan 7:30 p.m. Aug. 2. Saenger Theatre, 118 S. Palafox St. Prepare to be beamed up for an unforgettable night with the original 'Captain James T. Kirk', award-winning actor William Shatner. Following a screening of the classic film Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan, Shatner takes to the stage to share fascinating and humorous behind the scenes stories from his illustrious career, including answering audience questions. VIP tickets will be available, which include a post-show photo op with Shatner. Tickets start at $60.75. More info: 850-595-3880 or 80s Video Night 8 p.m. Aug. 2. The Handlebar, 319 N. Tarragona St. DJ Poseidon is turning back time with a nonstop '80s music video dance party. More info: SUNDAY CTRL ALT DRAG 7 p.m. Aug. 3. The Handlebar, 319 N. Tarragona St. Enjoy CTRL ALT DRAG hosted by Terrah Card. More info: Never miss a story: Subscribe to the Pensacola News Journal using the link at the bottom of the page under Stay Connected. This article originally appeared on Pensacola News Journal: Things to do in Pensacola: Liverpool Legends; William Shatner Live Solve the daily Crossword
Axios
17-07-2025
- Business
- Axios
Jackman & Co. brings gastropub to Glenview
Summer is here with a bumper crop of fresh restaurant news in the city and 'burbs. Jackman & Co. is expanding the Ballyhoo restaurant group empire to Glenview, where this attractive new gastropub offers a British tavern feel, lovely riverside seating and delicious house-brewed Kolsch-style beer. Dig in: Twists on traditional British fare, including a crumpet bun slider with Iowa cheddar and relish, sliced roast beef on a potato bun with sharp cheddar and giardiniera, and salt and vinegar fries with aioli. Celebrated Chicago chef and butcher Rob Levitt is leaning back into his chef side by taking the helm of The Publican kitchen. Despite his meaty bonafides, Levitt has revamped the menu with special attention to veggies and seasonality. Dig in: Veggie options on the new menu include badger flame beets with fromage blanc, raspberries and crispy quinoa ($18), trumpet mushrooms with cashews, garlic scapes and ricotta salata ($18), and English peas with mint salsa verde and pecorino on oat porridge toast ($18). A new Small Cheval location has opened in the former location of The Freeze at 2815 W. Armitage Ave., combining Cheval burgers with creamy soft serve. The combo drew crowds that snaked down the block even at 9:15pm on Monday. Dig in: Burgers, fries and fried chicken sandwiches ($4.59-$14.49) along with Freeze-style dipped cones, milkshakes, sundaes and concretes ($2.99-$7.99). Drink up: Soft drinks, beer, cocktails and wine ($3-$12). Waffling around: Downtown Evanstonians may soon be walking around with their lunch stuffed in a waffle from this intriguing spot. It'll open sometime this month, according to its website.
Yahoo
31-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Stroud dancers shine at Cheltenham and Malvern stage festivals
A STROUD dance school has scooped a host of trophies at recent festivals. Ballyhoo's junior, intermediate, and senior teams won a series of awards at the Malvern Stage Festival and the Cheltenham Festival of Performing Arts. The school, which has been operating since 2007, offers a wide range of classes, including ballet, tap, modern, jazz, acrobatic arts and musical theatre for children aged three to 18. A spokesperson for the school said: "Our teachers are all qualified to teach the ISTD syllabi, and each one brings a wealth of professional experience. "Over the years, we've witnessed time and time again the power of dance, the joy it can bring, and the confidence it develops in each child." Alongside regular classes, Ballyhoo organises performances and social events to help develop skills and confidence in a friendly and fun atmosphere. For more details, see the Ballyhoo website.
Yahoo
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
New Music Friday: Kelly Clarkson's new ballad, Barbra and Hozier duet
Rahul Bhatt/Universal Music Group; EMPIRE (L-R) Katseye; Destin Conrad Another Friday ushers in another batch of fresh tunes from our favorite LGBTQ+ (and adjacent) musicians! Destin Conrad's stellar debut album is stacked with pop/R&B bangers that belong on your playlists, and global girl group Katseye's controversial new track is the chaotic good the world needs right now. Doechii hops on a remix of a Westside Gunn track, Megan Thee Stallion delivers a fresh banger, and Tiana Major9 showcases her one-of-a-kind voice on a stunning new R&B track. Meanwhile, Hozier and Barbra Streisand have teamed up for a moving ballad, Green Day releases "Ballyhoo," and Kelly Clarkson takes a break from slaying covers on her talk show to bless us with her new track, "Where Have You Been." Scroll through to listen to this week's best new bops, and follow this writer's on Spotify. - YouTube Destin Conrad's debut album LOVE ON DIGITAL has instantly become one of the best releases of the year. - YouTube Everything's "Gnarly" in KATSEYE's new hyperpop banger, especially their girl group's gobsmacking choreography and stage presence. - YouTube This unlikely duo has made magic in this moving rendition of a folk classic. - YouTube New pop girl? Zara Larson has brought the beat, catchy chorus, and choreography to her latest pop hit. - YouTube Kali Uchis misses a brown-eyed lover on "ILYSMIH." - YouTube "It's whatever bitch!" Megan Thee Stallion's latest single is primed for the fiesty girls. - YouTube Kwn cements herself as R&B's newest sapphic superstar with this sensual track. - YouTube Rock legends Green Day latest track "Ballyhoo" has us "feeling like a lunatic." - YouTube Tiana Major9's heavenly new R&B ballad finds beauty in the material things. - YouTube Doechii hops on the remix alongside Westside Gunn on hip-hop track "Egypt." - YouTube Thomas Orlina is here for a good time, not a long time, in his new dance track. - YouTube The talk show host's brand new ballad aches for the time lost without a lover, and boasts a funky guitar solo.
