Ha'ule I loko sola! (Fall Into sola)

Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute to the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of our country.

The first Labor Day holiday was celebrated on Tuesday, September 5, 1882, in New York City, in accordance with the plans of the Central Labor Union. The Central Labor Union held its second Labor Day holiday just a year later, on September 5, 1883.

In 1884 the first Monday in September was selected as the holiday, as originally proposed, and the Central Labor Union urged similar organizations in other cities to follow the example of New York and celebrate a "workingmen's holiday" on that date. The idea spread with the growth of labor organizations, and in 1885 Labor Day was celebrated in many industrial centers of the country.


Ingredient of the Month:
Green Beans

The beginning of Fall brings crisp air, changing leaves and fresh green beans! I'm sure green beans don't come to mind when you think of fall, but they are great with all types of fall dishes such as sola's flat iron steak or as our daily market side with macadmia nut pesto. Green beans are easy to prepare at home and are a healthy complement to any entree!

Facts and Tips About Green Beans:

* 1/2 cup of green beans is only 22 calories
* High quality green beans are crisp and tender without scars
* Green beans can be held in the refrigerator for several days without loss of quality. Store them in a plastic bag to prevent moisture loss and wilting.


Beverage of the Month:
Hitachino Nest - White Ale

A refreshing mildly hopped Belgian styled beer with a complex flavor of coriander, orange peel, nutmeg. White Ale has won gold medals at several beer conpetition in U.K. and U.S. This is deffinitely one of HITACHINO's top-selling beers both in Japan and U.S.

Kiuchi Shuzou Ltd. was established in 1823 in the tiny hamlet of Kounosu (= "Nest") as producer of Japanese Sake. In 1996 the company started brewing beer with a capacity of 1,500 barrels per year.

What's Going On at Sola:

2nd Annual Wine Dinner
October 23rd
sola will feature the flavors of fall on the new menu paired with an eclectic collection of wines from our list.

stay tuned..........


Outdoor Dining
Enjoy the Chicago weather while it lasts! Dine alfresco and take in the sights and sounds of the neighborhood on sola's outdoor patio.

sola is open for Brunch every Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Some of the highlights on the Brunch menu include, Gran Marnier Souffle French Toast and House Smoked Salmon in addition to an assortment of mouth-watering brunch cocktails such as our Maui Mosa.