Center on Halsted’s On the Red Carpet

I can eat and breathe movies and eagerly await The Oscars every year. I make it a point to watch at least 80% of the movies and always try to host Oscar parties or attend them. Many times, I have attended local bar «Oscar nights» and they are alright, but I been wanting to attend a formal event for the past several years. My time finally arrived and I was able to enjoy Center on Halsted’s On the Red Carpet Oscar Party (at Park West (Thanks, Johhny!)).
As soon as we walked in, we were pointed in the direction of coat check and will call. Next thing I knew, we were well on our way to our table and were getting ready for the Oscars to start. The servers and Center on Halsted staff were attentive and helpful through out the evening. Yes, the finger food buffet line was long, but moved quickly enough. The cold appetizers were tasty; but the warm appetizers lacked oomph and proper temperature, due to no hot plates or mini-​burners.
The Oscars were shown on gigantic screens around the room and the staff kept the audience entertained during the commercials. In addition to the fun night out, the event was a fundraiser too. There were raffles and silent auctions during the evening. Sitting and talking with friends, while watching the Oscars, noshing on appetizers, sipping red wine, helping raise money for a great cause… I think, yes!