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Free Appetizers @ Gibsons

2009-11-19T15:19:12Z

Gibsons in Rosemont is catering to the after work crowd and doling out free appetizers. It's all part of their complimentary appetizer buffet created by Chef Marco DiBenedetto which includes Filet Sliders, Pigs in a Blanket and BBQ Shrimp. It runs from 4:00 to 6:00 Monday - Friday, so show up and eat... It's FREE.

Cirque Du Free T-Shirts!

2009-10-21T17:32:41Z

Vampire movies are all the rage these days, or so we have been told by the tweens who won't leave us alone. So Metromix TV is getting in on the action by giving you exclusive, limited edition T's from the new movie Cirque Du Freak: The Vampire's Assistant. Pretty cool we know. All you need to do is enter here and tell us why you want to win. For the effort we'll toss in a copy of the book as well. It's a win, win for all you aspiring vampires. We're only picking six winners, so enter now and make sure to check out the movie when it opens nationwide on Friday. Check the trailer after the jump.

Angels Invade Michigan Ave.

2009-10-19T15:32:22Z

The Victoria Secret Angels will descend on Michigan Avenue on Wednesday. Marisa Miller (above), Miranda Kerr, Doutzen Kroes will all be on hand to open the newest Victoria's Secret store @ 734 North Michigan Ave. Stop by to check them out in person and go all paparazzi on them while they are here.

Free Massages are Bliss

2009-10-13T15:42:46Z

BlackBerry addicts rejoice, the W Chicago - City Center is offering free hand and arm massages. Apparently we are so TXT obsessed people are getting arm and hand cramps, nevertheless it's still a free massage. Head over to Bliss inside the W every Wednesday from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., relax and tell them Metromix TV sent you.

Scariest Movies of All Time!

2009-10-13T15:04:02Z

With the release and almost "cult" like success of Paranormal Activity, we thought it would be fitting to dig through the archives for a little horror. We came up with WGN Reporter and former Metromix TV personality Marcus Leshock's story on the scariest movies ever... Enjoy.

Free Popcorn @ Garrett's This Week

2009-10-09T19:21:18Z

Tourists will have yet another spot to grab Garrett's Popcorn this Thursday. The Chicagoland staple is celebrating 60 years with a new store @ 625 N. Michigan Avenue. Here's what they have planned for the day: • 10 a.m. - 12:00: FREE small bags of Garrett Popcorn’s Chicago Mix; • If rain, Garrett branded ponchos for customers in line, while supplies last; • “Scratch and Win” cards for FREE one gallon tins,and more... We know it's touristy but it's free and delicious, you'll find us in line come Thursday.

The Scariest Movie Ever?

2009-09-24T21:57:39Z

UPDATE: Check out Marcus Leshock's Coverage of last nights screening. We bumped into WGN TV's Marcus Leshock today and he was giddy. When we asked him why he couldn't stop talking about the new horror film "Paranormal Activity". According to the trailer some are saying it's the scariest movie ever made. Right. They didn't see "Major League III: Back to the Minors". The reason we're blogging about it is you aren't going to be able to see it anywhere unless you request Paramount to put it in your city. There's a select group of cities getting the privilege, including one screening tonight @ the Music Box. Good luck and happy nightmares.

Green Man!!!

2009-09-15T20:16:12Z

Just ran into Green Man on Michigan Avenue and that can only mean one thing... Sunny Funnies! Yes kids, my favorite TV show "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" returns to FX this Thursday for Season 5 of hilarity/debauchery. Set your DVRs.

VIRAL VIDEO: Budweiser's Backdoor...

2009-09-11T20:16:09Z

I normally shun the pre-limed version of chips, beer, etc... but this commercial is funny enough to make we want to "get it in the can."

Man-B-Que Recipe of the Week: Brined Pork Chops

2009-09-11T16:07:45Z

Time to taste the "other white meat!" This week, Man-B-Que's Tom "Death Chef" Rubeo shows us how to grill up scrumptious, brined pork chops. Mmmm.... Read on for the recipe and tune in next week for more deliciousness from these meat-loving manly men... Brined Pork Chops: 2 cups Apple Juice or Cider 2 cups Water 1/4 cup salt 2 tablespoons Sugar 2 3/4" or 1" thick Pork Chops (Loin or Rib) Bring the water to a boil and remove from heat, dissolve the salt and sugar in the water. Cool the water down and then add the apple juice, and the pork chops. Refrigerate for 12-24 hours. Grill over high heat about 5 min per side to desired temperature, make sure to watch the chops closely, meat that has been brined tends to cook quickly.

Jay-Z for Free!

2009-09-09T20:25:27Z

Last night at the House of Blues we were privileged enough to see the King of Hip-Hop, Jay-Z. It was all part of a free concert put on by "Samsung AT&T Summer Krush". You couldn't buy tickets for the show because they were only available online, so for those who didn't win check out our photo gallery. We were front and center for the first two songs. His latest album the Blue Print III is out now and his latest single is off the hook. Watch it after the jump.

Oprah Gets Flashed!

2009-09-09T18:29:40Z

All day long the Black Eyed Peas song "I Got A Feeling" was playing on loop outside my window at work. Just when I thought I was about to lose it, I saw this... A 20,000 person flash mob... compliments of the Big O. I LOVE CHICAGO!

Man-B-Que Recipe of the Week: Beer Can Chicken

2009-09-04T19:18:52Z

Set your taste buds to juicy, cause today we're grilling up the best of both worlds... BBQ and booze, anyone? This week AJ "Meat Coffin" Patel shows us how to whip up some Beer Can Chicken. Are you salivating yet??? Read on for the recipe and tune in next week for another charcoal-y treat... 1.Blend: 7oz can of chipotle peppers in adobo juice of 4 limes 8-10 cloves of garlic salt and pepper to taste 3-4 fresh chopped jalepeno peppers 1tbsp cumin 1 cup chopped cilantro half a cup of chopped red onion 2. Take one whole chicken (around 5 lbs), rinse and pat dry. Rub the whole chicken with some olive oil, just enough to coat it. Separate the skin from the meat by running your fingers in between the skin and meat, being careful not to tear the skin up (this helps the skin crisp up better when cooking). 3. Spread the blended marinade all over the outside of the chicken, between the skin and meat, and in the cavity. Place in a Ziploc bag and marinade in fridge overnight. 4. Once coals are red hot in a chimney, spread around the outside of a Weber, leaving no coals directly in the center, under where the chicken will be placed. 5. Take chicken out and pat dry the skin. 6. Place a half empty beer can (whatever kind is good to chug half of, go cheap, it makes no difference in flavor, especially not with this marinade) in the cavity of the chicken and prop in the center of the grill like a tri-pod consisting of both legs and the can. 7. Cover grill, leaving all vents open. 8. Check every 30 min to make sure bird is cooking evenly. Meat will get done early, but fat needs to melt out of skin and will keep meat moist by basting it as it melts out. Bird will be ready to go in about 2 hours, the skin should be crispy to the point that it seems almost hard. 9. Pull the bird off and enjoy, the bones should easily pull out.

WTF - What The FACE?

2009-09-03T17:11:59Z

While helping a friend move into a new place last night, I chuckled -- clearly not quietly enough -- to myself when I glimpsed her nightstand. With two side-by-side draws on top of one long bottom drawer... the handles created the illusion of a smiling face (wish I had snapped a pic!). Needless to say... my not-so-silent giggle spawned confused looks, which led to my sixth-grade explanation and eventually the revelation of my new favorite website... What The Face? Enjoy!

The Search for Sexy!

2009-08-28T21:47:48Z

So you think you're hot stuff, huh? Put that theory to the test with "The Search for Sexy." The Chicago International Film Festival is icing it's 45th Anniversary cake with a contest that could have you gracing one of its famous Skrebneski posters. To follow in the footsteps of Cindy Crawford, Anna Nicole Smith and Christina Gidwitz... just click here. Then check back at metromix.com on September 8th to vote for your favorites!