ROOF on theWit, located at 201 N State St, has announced the return of its Monte Carlo-inspired New Year’s Eve Party on Monday, December 31st from 9pm to 1am. Those who purchase tickets to the event will have access to an open bar and food courtesy of Executive Chef Nathan Sears, four gaming tables – all played for fun, and live entertainment with a performance from Champagne All-Stars, playing classics with a twist.
To complement the ambiance of the evening, Chef Sears has created an array of food items and action stations including a carving station with roasted prime steaks, premium seafood, passed hors d’oeuvres, and fresh hearth baked bread. To incorporate the authentic southern French cuisine of Monte Carlo, Chef Sears has created flavorful selections, including truffle and foie gras dishes. Keeping with the theme of the night, Executive Pastry Chef Toni Roberts will prepare her classic French macarons, as well as strawberry champagne truffles for guests with a sweet tooth to enjoy.
Guests looking to fully immerse themselves in the evening can play at roulette, craps, or blackjack tables with ROOF chips and vouchers. In addition to Champagne All-Stars, guests can enjoy a variety of entertainment including music from DJs including Rick Wonder, as well as dance performances from ballet dancers. A complimentary photo booth with a commemorative New Year’s Eve filter will also be available. At midnight, all guests will be invited to cheers to the new year with a complimentary champagne toast.
Those attending must be 21 years of age to enter. The beverage package, which starts at 9pm, will end at 1pm. Complimentary coat check will be offered to all guests. To purchase a ticket to this event, visit WWW.NYEONROOF.COM. For table upgrades, email rreservations@thewithotel.com.
Z Bar’s New Year’s Eve Celebration
The rooftop cocktail lounge at The Peninsula Chicago has planned a sparkling, golden-hued celebration filled with music and Champagne to ring in the new year.
At the bar, Champagne magnums and specialty cocktails with 24-karat-gold-flecked ice will be flowing. Among the gold-accented cocktails that will be available to guests: Gold Magic, a Champagne cocktail with an eau de vie twist; the Mag Martini, made with Nolet’s Reserve gin, orange saffron, verbena and dry vermouth; and a traditionally crafted Paradis Sazerac featuring Hennessy Paradis cognac.
Guests will receive hats, noisemakers and other party favors for the countdown to midnight, ushered in by DJ duo Chess Knight and Dial Jess.
Z Bar’s team members will dress in gold to match the mood, and the bar itself will be awash in gold décor and sparkling amber LED lights.
A $50 cover charge includes a complimentary Champagne pour upon arrival, one complimentary Gold Magic cocktail (or well highball of choice) and party favors. Purchasing tickets in advance is encouraged; walk-ins are welcome as space permits.
Z Bar opens at 3:00 pm on New Year’s Eve, with the party kicking off at 9:00 pm. For more details and to purchase a ticket to All That Glitters at Z Bar, call 312.573.6888 or visit Eventbrite.
