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Five tips for surviving BaconFest

If you’re one of the lucky few to have snagged a ticket to the famous BaconFest, congratulations. It is a magical experience, and there’s nothing like it. But lurking under the joy and laughter is a sinister beast waiting to destroy all who attempt to defeat it. The human body was not meant to process this... Read more »

By Chicago Quirk,
April 13, 2012 at 7:02 am • 

Baconfest 2012 - Date, venue and early bird tickets announced!!!

The creators of this glorious experience have just announced the date and venue for Baconfest 2012: Saturday April 14th at the UIC Forum. It’s six months away, and I’m already excited! Baconfest!!! Believe it or not 2012 will be the fourth year for this annual bacon orgy, and it doesn’t show any signs of losing popularity.... Read more »

By Chicago Quirk,
November 1, 2011 at 9:05 am • 

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