Massive Wine Sale at MK; Levy Buying Del Taco Chain; More

RIVER NORTH—From now until the end of April, mk is offering nearly all its bottles of wine (excluding about a dozen rare selections) for half price on Sundays through Thursdays. Michael Kornick is clearing space for new bottle additions for the spring, according to reps. [EaterWire]

EVERYWHERE—Larry Levy, best known for Chicago-based Levy Restaurants (Spiaggia, Bar Toma, River Roast, Wrigley Field and United Center concessions), and investors are the proud new owners of the 550-location Del Taco chain. As previously reported, Del Taco is planning to open at least eight Chicago locations beginning in 2016. [Crain's]

WEST TOWN—Want to learn how to make some of the tiki cocktails that are all the rage these days? Head to the tiki class at Lush Wines & Spirits (1412 W. Chicago) on March 25 from 6-7:30 p.m., where you can drink tiki cocktails, a welcome shot, and learn to make some for $40. [EaterWire]

GOLD COAST—There's a John Hughes-themed cocktail on sale tonight and through the weekend at the Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place (175 E. Chestnut) for the limited run of For The Record: Dear John Hughes. The "Fat Hughesday," which was named by a contest winner, is a "pretty in pink cocktail" of white rum, cranberry and orange juices for $8. What will people name cocktails for next?[EaterWire]