Traditionally vegan, the Japanese Buddhist cuisine called Shojin Ryori translates roughly as "temple food." Menu items at this tasting consist largely of steamed, grilled or deep-fried vegetables covered in savory sauces and broths. Guests can sample dishes like an eryngii king trumpet and shiitake mushroom slider in a soy ginger sauce. (Izakaya Mita, 1960 N Damen Ave, call for reservation, $45)
Examine detailed maps stitched together with only an artist's memory and a pen. Using collected scraps of paper, Courttney Cooper created incredible maps of his hometown Cincinnati, which are on display in the exhibition, "Zinzinnati Ohio USA." (Intuit: The Center for Intuitive and Outsider Art, 756 N Milwaukee Ave, 11am-6pm, $5 suggested donation)
3. Go retro at a burlesque show
Head to the California Clipper and spend an evening being entertained by burlesque performers, contortionists, comedians, musicians and much more. Need a drink? Try the Airmail cocktail with dark rum, honey, lime and prosecco under the glowing red lights of the bar. (California Clipper, 1002 N California Ave, 8pm-2am, $5)