Auction: New Year's Eve at Charlie Palmer's Aureole in Manhattan (Package of 2)
Highlights
December 31, 2014
Aureole
135 W. 42nd St.
New York, NY 10036
As a MileagePlus® Visa Signature® Card member, you are invited to an exclusive New Year's Eve dinner and after party at Aureole in New York City on December 31, 2014. This exclusive opportunity combines all the excitement of New Year's Eve in New York with a private dinner at Charlie Palmer's Aureole, a block from the iconic ball drop in Times Square. You will enjoy a six-course dinner with wine pairings designed personally by Chef Charlie Palmer, and then ring in 2015 with hors d'oeuvres, champagne, an open bar and dancing.
Aureole, New York, is the flagship showcase for Charlie Palmer's unabashed, energetic signature Progressive American cuisine. Now under the culinary leadership of Executive Chef Marcus Gleadow-Ware, who learned the importance of the classics at London's world-renowned Savoy Hotel, the kitchen turnsout elegant, simple dishes with sharply focused flavors like Wagyu Beef Carpaccio with crispy shiitake, taro root, ponzu, and lavash cracker.
Note: The auction packages are for 2 persons each ($1300 value)
Your reservations include:
- Six-course dinner with wine pairings designed personally by Chef Charlie Palmer at 7pm
- Access to Aureole's after-dinner soiree with champagne, hor d'oeuvres and an open bar to ring in the New Year
Delivery Time:
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Auction Rules:
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Quantity
The quantity (number of items) available in this Auction is 2. You may not bid for more than one item. Bid per item is based on the current Winning bid, the system calculates the required minimum bid amount for your bid to become the Winning bid. Your bid must be equal or higher than the required minimum bid shown in the field 'My max bid'. If your bid is higher than the required minimum, the system will automatically increase the bid on your behalf, using only as much of your Maximum bid as is required to keep you in the winning lot.
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How does the auction work?
Please refer to the "Auctions Process" tab.
What if I do not own a Visa Signature card?
To learn more about Visa Signature and how to obtain a card, visit www.visa.com/signature
Do you offer refunds?
No, all purchases are non-refundable
How can I cancel?
All purchases are non-refundable – no cancellation
Are taxes and gratuities included in the ticket price?
Taxes and gratuities are included for dinner and beverage pairing for each (1) place setting/space
What additional charges might I incur?
- Transportation to/from restaurant
- Parking
- Beverages not included in the wine reception or during dinner
- Taxes and gratuities for additional activities or services like coat check, etc. are not included
Are tickets transferable?
Yes, tickets can be transferred as a gift. Cardholder must provide name of recipient and/or guests in the check-out form.
Can I give tickets as a gift?
Yes. Cardholder must provide name of recipient and/or guests in the check-out form.
Can I bring a child?
No, as alcohol will be served, all attendees must be at least 21 years of age or older at the time of the event.
Ticket & Event Details
Will I receive a ticket for this event?
Hard tickets will be provided to you for this event. One week prior to the event, you will receive an email and direct mail sent to your mailing address containing the event tickets and security instructions on how and when to enter W. 42nd Street between 6th and 7th Avenues to arrive at Aureole.
What happens if I lose my tickets?
Please use the contact form provided at https://auctions.mileageplus.com/Contact
Where will our seats be?
The format for this event is open seating at shared tables.
What time should I plan to arrive at the venue?
The event begins at 7:00 PM where upon check in, you will receive a glass of sparkling wine. Dinner will start promptly at 7:15PM.
What are the registration requirements?
Please be prepared to show a valid driver’s license or photo ID, and your email confirmation for admittance into this event.
When will I receive my tickets?
You will receive your event ticket(s) at your mailing address one week prior to the event.
Cardholders and/or guests will be asked to present their event ticket and a valid form of ID, such as:
- United MileagePlus Visa Signature card
- Valid Driver’s License or ID card
What is the flow of the event?
- 7:00 PM Check-in, receive a glass of sparkling wine
- 7:15 PM Dinner is served
- Champagne and open bar are available post dinner to ring in the New Year!
- Event ends at 1:00 AM
Transportation
Will parking be available?
No.
Meals
What meals are included?
- Multi-course pairing menu custom paired with featured wines
- Champagne and open bar post dinner
If I have dietary restrictions, can I make a special request?
Yes; however, we need to know in advance. Special requests made on site cannot be guaranteed.
Miscellaneous
Are camera/video recorder’s permitted at the event?
Yes
What is the appropriate attire?
Festive attire is recommended
Is there disabled access?
Yes, the restaurant is wheelchair accessible.
More Help
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