First Look for Charity - Fine Food & Drink

2013 FIRST LOOK FOR CHARITY THEME:  FRIDAY NIGHT, GREEN LIGHT!

The Chicago Auto Show introduces a new day for its annual benevolent fundraiser, the First look for Charity.  It's Friday!  Celebrate the end of the traditional work week with a Friday-style culinary celebration with Food & Drink offerings from Italy, Asia, Latin America, Germany, and sweet home Chicago.

CHICAGO "HAPPY HOUR"
A grand entrance to a World Class Event!

Butler Passed Chandon Sparkling Wine sponsored by Moet-Hennessy USA
Hors d'oeuvres sponsored by Savor

Cucumber Cups
Filled with Chickpeas Puree, Roasted Red Peppers Wedges
And Sliced Fresh Mint

Roasted Lamb with Goat Cheese and Fig Jam Crostini

Blue Crab Cake
Spicy Remoulade Sauc

Grilled Vegetables in Savory Cones
With Goat Cheese

CHICAGO PRIMETIME
A collection of Chicago's finest Restaurants, Caterers and Bakeries

CHICAGO PRIMETIME STATION
Sponsored by David Burke's Primehouse

Bacon cheddar dumplings with bbq sauce

Mini Shrimp Rolls

Braised dry aged steak
and mushroom shepherd's pie

Truffle smoked tomato, goat cheese
and arugula crostini

Cheesecake Lollipops

CHICAGO PRIMETIME STATION
Sponsored by Catered by Design

Artichoke Hearts Au Gratin
Filled with Savory Mascarpone Cheese and finished with Parmesan Cheese

Surf and Turf
Lobster Bisque accompanied by a Mini Beef Brochette

CHICAGO PRIMETIME STATION
Sponsored by Devon Seafood

Tuna Tartar on Sesame cracker with marinated cucumber

CHICAGO PRIMETIME STATION
Sponsored by Real Urban BBQ

Pulled Pork Red Neck Tacos

Homemade Chicken Gumbo

CHICAGO PRIMETIME STATION
Sponsored by Restaurants-America

Park Tavern:
BBQ Pork Sliders with creamy coleslaw,
fried onions, Louisville BBQ sauce

One North: 
Kohlrabi Salad with carrots, green cabbage, red cabbage,
green papaya tossed in pink peppercorn rice wine vinaigrette

Townhouse:
 Two Brothers Beans: Pinto beans cooked
with Two Brothers Ebel Weiss and Applewood smoked bacon

CHICAGO PRIMETIME STATION
Sponsored by Savor

Oven Roasted Sea Scallops and Marinated Calamari Salad
Cilantro and First Pressed Olive Oil with Kalamata Olives, Grape Tomatoes, Bell Peppers,
Parsley and Basil, Champagne Vinaigrette

Marinated and Grilled and Sliced Vegetables
Fresh Thyme and Roasted Garlic

Spice BBQ Duck Breast and Quinoa Salad
Garbanzo, Sun Dried Cranberries, White Balsamic Vinegar

CHICAGO PRIMETIME STATION
Sponsored by Savor

Braised Boneless Beef Short Ribs
Red Onion Sautéed Herb Roasted Red Potatoes

Mesclun, Sliced Poached Pears, Blue Cheese
Caramelized Walnuts, Balsamic Vinaigrette

Honey BBQ Shrimp, Lentils & Farro with Chorizo, Bell Peppers, Baby Greens

VIERNES EN VERDE!
Friday is a GO in Latin America, with bold flavors and bright colors

LATIN STATION
Sponsored by Fogo de Chao

LATIN STATION
Sponsored by Texas de Brazil

Grilled Flank Steak with Horseradish Mashed Potato and Chimichuri Sauce

VENERDI FESTA ITALIANA
A Friday Feast in Italy!

ITALIAN STATION
Sponsored by Savor

Wild Mushroom Ravioli
Marsala Cream Sauce

Asiago Gnocci
Roasted Tomato and Onion, White Mushroom, Black Pepper Ragout

Caesar Salad
Coers de Romaine, Peccorino Cheese, Plum Tomato, Grilled Crouton, Caesar Dressing

Vine Ripped Tomato and Baby Bocconcini Salad
Fresh Basil, Olive Oil, Balsamic Glaze

Chicken Piccata Skewers
Sliced Chicken Breast, Artichoke Hearts, Lemon Zest, White Wine, Popped Capers with Polenta

TOKYO GREEN GARDEN
A green oasis from the bright lights of bustling Tokyo

ASIAN STATION
Sponsored by Union Sushi + Barbeque 

Black Rice Hokkaido Sushi Roll:
Grilled scallop, avocado, masago-mayo, roasted pepper, jalapeño, cilantro, garlic + wrapped in soy paper

Black Rice Devon Roll (vegetarian):
Sweet potato, curry mayo, chive, pickled radish + eel sauce

Spicy Shrimp Sushi Roll:
Spicy chili oil, masago, green onion, mayo + black pepper sauce

ASIAN STATION
Sponsored by Savor

Stir-fried Chicken & Mixed Vegetables with Hoisin Sauce
Stir-fried Tofu &Mixed Vegetable
Jasmine Rice with Ginger

Steamed Pork Dumplings
Chives, Soy Ginger Dipping Sauce

Lo Mein Noodle Salad
Sugar Snap Peas, Bell Peppers, Roasted PeanutsSweet and Salty Miso Glazed Salmon
Sautéed Chinese Greens, Sesame Oil, Sesame Seeds

FREITAG in MUNCHEN
Experience the flavors of Munich

GERMAN STATION
Sponsored by Savor

Veal meatballs
Caper sauce

Mini Pork Bratwurst
Bavarian Pretzel Roll and Spicy Mustard- on the brat directly

Cucumber Salad
Sour cream, White Vinegar, Green Onion
Freshly ground pepper, Dill

SPONSORED DESSERT & CHEESE STATIONS

676 Restaurant & Bar
Andy's Frozen Custard
Butter Bella Gourmet Cookies
Catered By Design
Chicago Butter Cookies
Garrett Popcorn
MORE Cupcakes
Roy's Restaurant
Shen Yun Chicago
Cappuccino Catering

BEVERAGE SPONSORS

Wines by Trinchero Family Estates
Beer by Spaten USA
Chandon Sparkling Wine by Moet-Hennessy USA
Belvedere Vodka by Moet-Hennessey USA
Coffee and Espresso by Antique Coffee & Vending Service

Created exclusively for CATA by Toque & Bottle Advisory, 8.16.20120