Thank you to all of our friends and neighbors who joined us Tuesday night June 10th for our "I Love River North" Happy Hour! We appreciate your support and friendship. All proceeds benefit RNRA Advocacy. These are important fundraisers for RNRA and we love bringing our neighbors together to celebrate our beautiful neighborhood.
We hope you enjoy the photo gallery below.
A heartfelt thank you to our generous host The Alston who donated their venue, services, drinks and delicious appetizers for the night allowing all proceeds to support River North Residents Association's Advocacy Work.
A special thanks to Nick Robins Photography. Nick generously donated his time and talent. We hope you will consider Nick for future events. And of course thanks to our dedicated RNRA Volunteers who make this event possible.
A special thanks to our generous raffle prize donors!
- 21C Museum Hotel - one night stay in a Studio Suite - Value $350
- La Grande Boucherie - $200 certificate
- Dvida Spa - ZO Chemical Peel with free dermanplaning - Value $230
Congratulations to our winners of these fantastic prizes!
A CHICAGO STEAKHOUSE, WITH FRENCH INFLUENCES, BY CHEF JENNER TOMASKA
At The Alston, Michelin-starred Chef Jenner Tomaska showcases his acclaimed talent, leading a steakhouse experience that masterfully fuses robust Midwestern ingredients with refined French nouvelle techniques.
At The Alston, the culinary philosophy seamlessly blends the hearty, familiar comforts of a Midwestern steakhouse with the refined, artful techniques of 1920s French Nouvelle cuisine. This unique duality is evident throughout the menu, where guests can find prime, wood-fired cuts like the Bone-In Rib Eye (24 oz, Dry Aged for 30 Days), glazed with charcoal clarified butter, embodying classic American steakhouse tradition. Every steak, whether USDA Prime or exquisite Wagyu, guarantees the highest quality, yet our signature sauces are a must-have accompaniment, designed to elevate even the most perfect cut. Alongside these, you’ll discover sophisticated French touches such as the Escargot with herbed butter and pâte feuilletée, or the luxurious Filet Tournedos Rossini featuring seared foie gras and truffles. Even side dishes like the Pomme Purée Frites, with their unique walnut aioli and wood-fired tomato sauce, showcase this elegant fusion, elevating familiar comforts into a chic, unforgettable dining experience.
