Chaya's Beer Garden; Fabio Viviani Goes To Chi-Town

DOWNTOWN— Chaya Downtown is re-opening their patio as a summer beer garden starting May 27 til August 29. Think refreshing summer intoxicants, curated beer selection, and a Japanese-slanted barbecue for bites. [ELA]

SILVER LAKE— Milk, the ice cream shop that's decided to take much longer than ideal to open along Silver Lake Blvd, is still under construction. No crews were seen going in or out, making one wonder if they'll open before the beginning of summer. [EaterWire]

THE VALLEY— Fabio Viviani is growing his empire, this time in Chicago with two new quick service concepts called Mercato by Fabio Viviani. Think individual pizzas and "scratch-made" pasta. The first is scheduled to open June 9. [Eater Chicago]