Upcoming Events at Geja's Cafe
Fri Aug 30, 5:00 PM - Fri Aug 30, 10:00 PM
Geja's Cafe
340 West Armitage, Chicago, IL 60614
Community: Lincoln Park
Description
GEJA’S CAFÉ CELEBRATES NATIONAL TOASTED MARSHMALLOW DAY The sweet and stickiest of dessert holidays! “Come toast the occasion at Geja’s Café!†—Jeff Lawler, Managing Partner of Geja’s Cafe
Event Details
CHICAGO— Chicago’s legendary fondue restaurant Geja’s Café, 340 W. Armitage, will celebrate National Toasted Marshmallow Day on Friday, August 30th. Geja’s will create a campfire area on the restaurant’s patio (weather permitting) from 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Patrons passing by will be invited to roast a marshmallow and dip it into Geja’s signature chocolate fondue or make their own s’more. Local Girl Scouts will be on hand to assist in making the perfect s’mores for all who attend. Geja’s is requesting a donation of $5 for adults and $2 for children. All proceeds will benefit the Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago and Northwest Indiana.
The marshmallow, an American food pastime, dates back to ancient Egypt. It was a honey candy that was flavored and thickened with marshmallow plant snap. Chocolate fondue was created by a Swiss chef and restaurateur at Chalet Suisse in New York in the 1960’s.The true origin of the s’more is unknown, as camping recipes tended to be passed from person to person and family to family often over the campfire itself. The first recipe for s’mores was published in 1927 in the Girl Scout Handbook and the event marked the official introduction of the s’more into popular culture. Geja’s, the 48-year-old restaurant also rich in history, invites Chicagoans to toast the beloved marshmallow (literally) and all its gooey goodness as we savor the final days of summer.
Known for romantic fondue dining – food one prepares and shares – and an extensive list of fine, moderately priced wines, Geja’s Café features over 20 different types of fondue entrees including cheese fondue and chocolate dessert fondue. An enchanting wine cellar atmosphere, private booths, and subdued lighting contribute to its intimate surroundings. Live flamenco and classical guitarists provide romantic accompaniment. Geja’s Café was recently voted the #1 audience winner for Best Romantic Dining in Chicago on www.CitySearch.com. The Chicago institution has been the site of 132,750 first dates
The marshmallow, an American food pastime, dates back to ancient Egypt. It was a honey candy that was flavored and thickened with marshmallow plant snap. Chocolate fondue was created by a Swiss chef and restaurateur at Chalet Suisse in New York in the 1960’s.The true origin of the s’more is unknown, as camping recipes tended to be passed from person to person and family to family often over the campfire itself. The first recipe for s’mores was published in 1927 in the Girl Scout Handbook and the event marked the official introduction of the s’more into popular culture. Geja’s, the 48-year-old restaurant also rich in history, invites Chicagoans to toast the beloved marshmallow (literally) and all its gooey goodness as we savor the final days of summer.
Known for romantic fondue dining – food one prepares and shares – and an extensive list of fine, moderately priced wines, Geja’s Café features over 20 different types of fondue entrees including cheese fondue and chocolate dessert fondue. An enchanting wine cellar atmosphere, private booths, and subdued lighting contribute to its intimate surroundings. Live flamenco and classical guitarists provide romantic accompaniment. Geja’s Café was recently voted the #1 audience winner for Best Romantic Dining in Chicago on www.CitySearch.com. The Chicago institution has been the site of 132,750 first dates
