Back by popular demand, the City of Highwood is holding its Second Annual Bloody Mary Fest on Sunday, July 17th from 10am to 5pm. After an incredible response to last years’ kick-off event, the City has turned the Fest into a full day, stand-alone event, closing down Highwood Avenue. In addition to some 30 Bloody Mary vendors and the professional/amateur Bloody Mary competition, new this year will be the addition of brunch in the streets, mimosa’s, smoothies, live music, family activities, including a kids ‘jumpy town,’ and more. Sponsored by Van Gogh Vodka®, festival goers are welcome to taste unique Bloody Mary recipes from dozens of the finest restaurants, bars and Bloody Mary mix manufacturers as they compete for the title of best Bloody Mary of the Midwest. The competition will include a ‘people’s choice award,’ as well as formal judging by some of Chicago’s finest Bloody Mary aficionados including Steve Dolinsky, ABC-TV’s Hungry Hound, Lee Litas, Dining Columnist