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Food at the Gala: Altiro Latin Fusion

You will enjoy the Al-Tiro tapa-style hors d'oeuvres-inspired Latin fusion cuisine of classic dishes with infused new flavors from Spain, Mexico, and South America. Pair this tapa-style food with a Jalapeno Margarita, beer, or wine.

Music for the Gala: John Behling

John is based in Chicago, where he collaborates with innovative artists, including Ana Everling, Marcel Bonfim, Rob Dorn, and Jarvis Raymond. He frequently appears at venues including Le Piano, Jazz Showcase, Chicago Magic Lounge, Chicago Hilton, The Dock on Montrose Beach, University Club of Chicago, Langham Hotel, Shedd Aquarium, and Chicago Botanic Gardens.

He has performed throughout the United States, including at world-renowned festivals such as the Chicago Celtic Festival and landmark venues, including the Kennedy Center for the Arts. He has been honored to perform for both President Clinton and President Obama.

John is also an accomplished scholar and teacher. He has written extensively about jazz in Chicago. He has presented talks on Chicago jazz, Sammy Davis, Jr., Broadway musicals, and other music and American cultural issues. He holds a Ph.D. in ethnomusicology from the University of Michigan and a Master of Music in jazz and classical guitar performance from the University of Arkansas. He has taught at the University of Michigan, DePaul University, the University of North Dakota, the University of Illinois, and Columbia College.

Silent Auction Item: Chef's tasting at The Graceful Ordinary

If you're a food lover looking for a unique and exclusive culinary experience, look no further than this April's silent auction featuring a chef's tasting in the heart of St. Charles! Graceful Ordinary's talented chefs have crafted a mouth-watering menu that will tantalize your taste buds, while the cocktail pairings will perfectly complement each dish.

The Graceful Ordinary, one of St. Charles’ newest restaurants has quickly become a hot spot and a culinary masterpiece. Twice featured in Chicago Magazine (“Our 30 Favorite Things to Eat Right Now” & “March Hot Spots) as well as Forbes, Crains, NY Times, Naperville Living, Hinsdale Living, The Dailey Harold and others, the Graceful Ordinary has become locally famous for exquisite cuisine in a beautifully cozy atmosphere. Chef Chris Curren’s appealing, ambitious menu, which offers options like shrimp and grits with Creole butter sauce; steak tartare with bone marrow emulsion; yellow polenta with wood-roasted wild mushrooms; and basil- and mint-flecked curry cauliflower with caramelized Greek yogurt, raisins and pine nuts is tempting and delicious. This year, you will have a chance to bid on a Tasting menu with cocktail pairings at the chef’s table at The Graceful Ordinary. Chef Chris will provide interesting insights on his menu and style, while you take in the view of the open kitchen on one side and the sparkling river on the other. See what everyone is talking about - Enjoy an unforgettable night with crafted cocktails paired with amazing food.

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