First Look for Charity serves as the exclusive preview of the Chicago Auto Show, showcasing hundreds of new vehicles — some making their debut for the first time anywhere. Guests will enjoy an evening of elegance as they explore the show floor, sampling signature dishes from Chicago’s top restaurants and catering companies. A variety of beverage brands will also be on hand, offering signature cocktails, craft beers, and a selection of wines.
First Look for Charity Menu
FOOD
DESSERT
DRINK
Catered by Design
Spanish Chorizo & Butternut Squash Empanadas
Caramelized onions, yellow bell pepper sauce
Peruvian Chicken Empanadas
Peruvian Yogurt Sauce
Vegan Black Bean & Sweet Potato Empanadas (V,DF,VGN)
Tomatillo Salsa
Connie’s Pizza
Authentic Sicilian Pizza: Sausage, Cheese, Veggie
Eris Brewery & Cider House
Chorizo Pork Sausage Biscuits & Gravy
Michael’s Grill & Salad Bar
Mini Chicago-style Hot Dogs
Norman’s Bistro
Chicken Jambalaya
OVG Modern Italian
Caprese Re-imagined (V, GF)
Tomato water gelee sphere filled with Pearlini and Basil Oil
Vegan Scallop Crudo (VGN, GF)
Thin sliced Hearts of Palm, seared lightly Citrus, miso, fennel, & petite herbs (contains soy)
Lobster Ravioli
Lobster ravioli with Saffron cream, micro basil
OVG Modern Asian
Petite Sushi Cones (V)
Nori cone filled with sushi rice, avocado mousse, spicy vegan tuna (contains soy)
Truffle Miso Soba Noodle Box (V)
Soba Noodle tossed in white miso-truffle broth, Topped with mushroom, crispy tofu, petite herbs (contains soy)
Assorted Sushi
A selection of Maki Rolls & Nigiri. Traditional accompaniments (contains soy, fish, shellfish)
OVG Comfort Elevated
Mississippi Caviar (VGN, GF)
Black eyed peas, sweet corn, peppers, Red onion, tomatoes, tangy vinaigrette, endive leaves
Truffled Mac & Cheese Croquettes (V)
Roasted Tomato-Red Pepper Sauce
Short Rib & Grits
Cheesy Grits, 12 hour braised Short Rib, Bourbon-Onion Jam
OVG Wood-fired Midwestern Steak
Chicory & Citrus Salad (V,GF)
Radicchio, Endive, Frisee, Citrus supremes, Shaved Fennel, Candied Hazelnuts, Goat Cheese mousse (Contains tree nuts, dairy)
Black Truffle & Foraged Mushroom Salad (VG, GF, DF)
Baby Spinach & Frisee, Sauteed foraged Mushrooms, Black truffle oil, crispy shallots
Ribeye Skewer (GF)
Cherry glaze, crispy fried Potatoes
Signature Steak
Andy’s Frozen Custard
Build your own Sundaes
Bitoy’s Sweet Treats
Gourmet Popcorn & Confections
Carnivale
Peanut Butter & Jelly Cream Puffs
Catered by Design
Pastelillos (V)
Guava & Cream Cheese, Puff Pastry
Black Current Cheesecake Lollipops (V,GF)
Ida’s Artisan Ice Cream & Treats
Chicago Neopolitan Ice Cream (VGN, DF, NF, GF)
BBL Blueberry Basil Lime Ice Cream, Chocolate Cake Shake Ice Cream, Salted Honey Vanilla Ice Cream
Morton’s The Steakhouse
Mini Key Lime Pie
Springview Sweets
Raspberry Swirl Brownies (V)
Rich, fudgy chocolate brownies with Homemade raspberry compote
Cheesecake Brownies (V)
Ultra-fudgy chocolate brownies swirled with creamy cheesecake
Avissi Prosecco
FRE Alcohol removed Wines
FRE Chardonnay
FRE Sparkling Brut
FRE Cabernet Sauvignon
Goose Island Beer Company
312 Urban Wheat 4.2% ABV
Goose Island Full Pocket Pilsner 5.2% ABV
Goose Island IPA 5.9% ABV
Goose Island Beer Company
River Bird West Coast IPA 6.5% ABV
Green Line American Pale Ale 5.4% ABV
Full Pocket Pilsner 5.2% ABV
Trinchero Family Estates
Joel Gott Pinot Grigio
Seaglass Rose
Joel Gott 815 Cabernet Sauvignon
Tres Agaves Tequila
Organic Margarita
Organic Paloma
Ranch Water
Beer, Wine, and Soda Bars
Assorted PEPSI Products