A Tribute to Freds

For decades, Freds, located on the 9th floor of Barneys Department Store, was a New York fixture where the chic and inventive met the classics. With Freds' shuttering in 2020, acclaimed chef Mark Strausman now offers many of the Freds greatest hits at his new restaurant, Mark's Off Madison. But, for a night, the best of old New York and Mark's passionate reinvention of New York classics will be yours to enjoy at the Beard House. As an extra special touch, your dinner will include exceptional wine pairings curated from our Chair Emeritus Fred Seegal's private wine collection!

This private event for up to 24 Guests at the James Beard House includes:

• Private hors d'oeuvre reception and seated fabulous 4-course tasting menu courtesy of chef Mark Strausman
• Dinner will be held at the historic James Beard House in the West Village of New York City
• One-course pairing of Napa Valley red wine from Fred Seegal's own legendary private cellar of fine wines

Scheduling depending on mutually agreeable date for the winning bidder and featured participants.

*Live Auction packages are available for bidding at our 2022 Gala taking place the evening of November 11th in New York City. If you are interested in placing a proxy bid for any of these lots, please reach out to Nick Piccora at npiccora@jamesbeard.org so we can make arrangements with you.

Donated by Chef Mark Strausman and Chair Emeritus Fred Seegal

You all know three-Michelin-star chef Markus Glocker from his tenure at the Beard
Award-winning restaurant Bâtard. Earlier, this year, chef Markus joined contemporary
French restaurant Koloman, where Parisian creativity meets Viennese tradition. This
package has you and up to 24 of your friends taking over the spectacular mezzanine
level at Koloman, one of the hottest addresses in town.

This private event includes:

• A private 4-course dinner for up to 25 guests at Koloman, curated for you by chef Markus Glocker and beverage director Katja Scharnnagl
• Complete buyout of the spectacular Mezzanine space of the restaurant
• Scheduling dependent on mutually agreeable date for the winning bidder
• and featured participants

*Live Auction packages are available for bidding at our 2022 Gala taking place the evening of November 11th in New York City. If you are interested in placing a proxy bid for any of these lots, please reach out to Nick Piccora at npiccora@jamesbeard.org so we can make arrangements with you

Multiple James Beard- and Emmy-award winning chef Andrew Zimmern captivates millions through food-but did you know one of his passions is ocean advocacy and sustainable seafood? Joined by sustainable seafood expert and ethical aquaculture champion Jennifer Bushman, chef Zimmern will present an innovative and delicious take on "Blue Foods" at the Beard House, with a menu that will celebrate the ocean's bounty.

Highlighting seafoods that are not only delicious, but sustainably cultivated and
harvested, this experience will include:

• A private canapés reception with chef Andrew followed by a 4-course dinner featuring a selection of delicious and sustainable seafood for up to 24 guests
• Remarks about the Blue Foods movement from Jennifer Bushman, a pioneering culinary communicator with an extensive background in sustainable aquaculture
• Dinner will be held at the historic James Beard House in the West Village of New York City
• Beverage pairings will be curated from and provided by the Distinguished Vineyards and Wine Partners portfolio, which includes: Argyle, MacRostie, Markham, Wither Hills, Textbook, Dough, Huntaway Reserve, Inkberry, and The Counselor
• Scheduling dependent on mutually agreeable date for the winning bidder and featured participants, and to be fulfilled no later than November 11, 2023

*Live Auction packages are available for bidding at our 2022 Gala taking place the evening of November 11th in New York City. If you are interested in placing a proxy bid for any of these lots, please reach out to Nick Piccora at npiccora@jamesbeard.org so we can make arrangements with you

Commander's Palace

New Orleans Splendor at the Beard House

Commander's Palace in New Orleans is an American legend---the winner of seven James Beard Awards, the historic landmark has been helmed by a distinguished line of renowned Chefs including Emeril Lagasse, Paul Prudhomme, Jamie Shannon, Tory McPhail, and now Executive Chef Meg Bickford. 2023 is Commander's Palace's 130th Anniversary----and your chance to savor New Orleans splendor in another coveted destination: the historic James Beard House in New York City's West Village! Executive Chef Meg Bickford will prepare a New Haute Creole feast and Wine Guy, Dan Davis, will bring rare and special selections from the award-winning cellar at Commander's Palace for you and up to 23 friends at the Beard House.

This private event for up to 24 Guests at the James Beard House includes:

• Private canapes reception and seated fabulous 4-course tasting menu courtesy of Chef Meg Bickford and Commander's Palace

• Exclusive use of the historic Beard House in the West Village in NYC for the evening's dinner

• Wine pairings from Commander's Palace Wine Guy, Dan Davis.

Dinner must be selected from within the following range: October 2-6, 2023, or October 9-13, 2023, and must be scheduled by January 15, 2023.

Generously donated by: Commander's Palace, with assistance provided by Wagstaff Marketing.

Emma's Torch, in partnership with the Olo for Good Fund at Tides Foundation, will host your party of 15 at their Carroll Gardens location to experience first-hand the culinary prowess of Culinary Director, Chef Alexander Harris, and the handiwork of their students.

The mission of Emma's Touch is to empower refugees, asylees and survivors of human trafficking through culinary education. They provide refugees with culinary training, ESL classes and interview preparation, that sets them up for successful employment in an industry in which their cultural heritage and cuisine can be celebrated.

You and your guests will be dazzled by the tantalizing New American dishes, exquisitely prepared by their students. Each dish blends seasonal and local ingredients with flavors inspired by their students from around the world.

Sharing this meal together with friends and loved ones will be a lasting memory you will never forget!

Package includes:

• Private Dinner for 15 With Wine Pairing

*Certificate is redeemable for one private dinner for 15 people at Emma's Torch Restaurant, with plated or family style dinner, spanning four courses with wine, tax, and gratuity included. This offer is valid through 12/31/2023 and must be scheduled at least one month prior to the event. Scheduling is subject to availability.

Donated by Emma's Torch

A Day with Chef Martin Yan

Explore and Dine in San Francisco's Chinatown

Up to 10 Guests

Enjoy this priceless opportunity to explore San Francisco's historic Chinatown with the extraordinary Chef Martin Yan! You'll discover hidden gems, savor the rich culture, and spend hours in epicurean bliss.

Chef Yan is a chef extraordinaire, restaurateur, food writer and decades-long host of the award-winning PBS show, Yan Can Cook. This 2022 James Beard Lifetime Achievement Award recipient is also a tireless champion of Chinese cookery.

Start your day with a Dim Sum Lunch with Chef Yan at one of his favorite restaurants, followed by a tour of Chinatown guided by Chef Yan.

Pause for a Tea Tasting with Chef Yan at a tea shop. Continue to enjoy Chinatown at your leisure, allowing for rest and a refresh.

Top off your day with a magnificent 8-Course Feast with wine pairings prepared by Chef Martin Yan and his team at Chef Yan's newly opened M.Y. China in Chinatown. You'll enjoy a cooking demo from Chef Yan during dinner.

Each couple will also receive a special Yan Can Cook gift set that includes a signed cookbook, signature chef knife and finger-guard.

Package Includes:

• Walking Tour and Meals for Up to 10 guests
• Experience the magic of historic Chinatown in San Francisco
• Dim Sum Lunch with host and guide chef Martin Yan - 1 ½ hours
• Tea Tasting at a tea house with Chef Martin Yan
• Walking Tour of Chinatown with Chef Martin Yan
• 8-Course Dinner with Wine Pairings prepared by chef Martin Yan at his newly opened M.Y. China in Chinatown (expected opening, late January 2023)
• Cooking Demo by chef Martin Yan during dinner
• Up to 5 Yan Can Cook Gift Sets (signed cookbook, signature knife, and finger-guard) presented at dinner

* Expires Dec 31, 2023

* Up to 10 Guests, could be fewer

* Weekdays preferred but based on mutually agreeable date (Chinatown is very crowded on weekends)

* Winner will be able to discuss guest age, preferences to create a more personalized tour experience

* No age minimum and group could be a family

* Alcohol will be served with dinner

* Reminder- this experience includes a walking tour and walking in Chinatown is the essence of the experience

*Gratuities not included for Dim Sum lunch, Tea Tasting, M.Y. China dinner

Donated by Chef Martin Yan

LondonHouse & Gibsons Chicago

Spectacular Windy City Views and Meats!

One of Chicago's most visible and prominent buildings, the former London Guarantee and Accident building is now the architecturally stunning, 452-room luxury lifestyle hotel the LondonHouse Chicago.

You and your guest will enjoy an overnight stay in a standard king room. Through every window, in every direction, LondonHouse offers you unrivaled sight-lines to take in one of the world's most beautifully designed cities, including views of the Chicago River, Lake Michigan, and the Magnificent Mile.

Take advantage of incredible restaurants, too numerous to consider, and make a great night of it.

And to make your Chicago getaway more spectacular, we are thrilled to be partnering with Gibsons Chicago Steakhouse to offer a $300 Gift Card! The classic American steakhouse is the first in the country to be awarded its own USDA certification program. Gibsons Prime Angus Beef is featured along with fresh fish, classic cocktails, an extensive wine list and exceptional service.

Package includes:

• 1 night stay for 2 guests in a standard King room
• $300 Gibsons Chicago Steakhouse Gift Card

*Blackout dates may apply. Expires 12/31/2023

Donated By LondonHouse Chicago & Gibsons Chicago Steakhouse

Pom Pom's Teahouse and Sandwicheria, Orlando

Sake Tasting for 4

At Pom Pom's Teahouse and Sandwicheria, East meets West with themed gourmet sandwiches plus a unique blend of authentic side salads and a wide variety of sake, loose leaf teas and a delicious array of sweets to tantalize your taste buds!

Pom Moongauklang, owner and operator of Pom Pom's was born and raised in Thailand and made her way to New York earning a degree as a pastry chef. She used her talent and creativity working for such restaurant's as NoBu (Robert De Niro's & Nobuyuki "Nobu" Matsuhisa's Restaurant) and the famous transvestite restaurant, Lucky Changs.

Your party of 4 will enjoy a Sake and Sandwich Tasting with Pom. An evening with elevated apothecary sakes and award-winning sandwiches will be one that you'll never forget!

Package includes:

• A Sake and Sandwich Tasting with Pom, for 4

*4 people. Must be 21 & up. One week notice. After 6pm only. Email allergies prior to attending. Estimated time is 1.5 - 2 hours.

Donated by Pom Pom's Teahouse and Sandwicheria

Koloman, NYC
Exquisite 4 Course Dinner for 4 With Wine + Au de Vie Pairing

Get ready for an exquisite dining experience at Koloman. This contemporary French restaurant is the stage where Chef-Partner Markus Glocker harmoniously blends Parisian creativity with Viennese tradition, transporting your palette to Secessionist-era European cafes.

The atmosphere shimmers with elegant, yet laid back energy with service that is second to none.

Package includes:

• 4 Course Dinner for 4 With Wine & Au de Vie Pairing

* Menu subject to seasonal change. This voucher is valid through 2023. Gratuity is not included. Blackout dates include February 14, 2023, November 23, 2022/2023, December 25, 2022/2023, December 26, 2022/2023, December 31, 2022/2023 and January 1, 2023

Donated by Koloman

Avec River North, Chicago
A Mediterranean Feast in Chicago

James Beard Award-Winning Chef Family-Style Dinner for 4 With Sommelier Selected Wine Pairings Delight in delectable, soul-warming rustic Mediterranean-inspired cuisine and unparalleled hospitality at Avec River North.

Under the culinary direction of James Beard Award-Winning Chef Paul Kahan and 8-year Avec veteran Perry Hendrix, Avec River North focuses on a wide breadth of culinary inspiration featuring flavors, aromas and cuisine of the sun-drenched islands of the Mediterranean from Greece to Spain - A sumptuous feast for the senses!

Located on Randolph Street in Chicago's vibrant River North neighborhood that is home to dozens of high-end art and design galleries, premier dining establishments and nightlight spots, you will enjoy a Chef's Family-Style Dinner for 4 Guests with sommelier selected wine pairings. Make a day of it and stay for dinner!

Package includes:

• Chef's Family-Style Dinner for 4 With Sommelier Selected Wine Pairings

*Everything is included, including gratuity.

Donated By Avec River North

Experience the Reverie of Reverence

4 Seats for Chef Russell Jackson's Reverence

Get ready to take your seat and enjoy a sumptuous five-course tasting menu for 4 at this Harlem fine dining gem that marries California cuisine with East coast vibes.

You and your guests will enjoy a "California Inspired" multi course, vegetable forward/seafood tasting menu experience crafted by Michelin nominated Chef Russell Jackson - the only African American Chef owned fine dining experience in New York.

Live in the moment and focus on the amazing food and company. Besides, there is a strict no-phone/no-photo policy so you can fully immerse yourself in the food and experience.

Package includes:

• 4 Seats for Chef Russell Jackson's Reverence (includes food and beverage tastings of the chef's selection)

*All guests must agree to our "dining code of conduct, and no technology policy. Dining dates will be finalized with the restaurant based on current availability.

*Certificate is for 4 guests/food and beverage tasting chef's selection. Tax and service charge must be paid at time of service.

Donated by Reverence

Crown Shy, NYC
Elegant Dinner for 4 with House Cocktails and Wines By The Glass

Elevated and Inspired Dining

Crown Shy is the first solo project of Chef James Kent. A neighborhood seasonal restaurant elevated by fine dining training and technique, the food at Crown Shy is rooted in European technique but draws inspiration from around the world, primarily the flavors from our childhood, traveling and the diverse cuisine in New York City.

Inspired by James' upbringing in downtown New York and his experience leading the city's most celebrated kitchens, which under his helm earned nearly every accolade bestowed on a restaurant, including three Michelin stars and four stars from the New York Times, he brings his passion and inventive culinary techniques.to Crown Shy.

Package includes:

• Dinner for 4 Including House Cocktails and Wines By The Glass

*Additional alcohol, gratuity, or tax are not included. Expires one year from the awarded date.

Donated By Crown Shy

4 Course Dinner for 4 With Wine Pairings Sensational Journey Through India for 4 Guests

The menu at Indian Accent explores progressive ideas in Indian cuisine while maintaining traditional integrity.

Chef Manish Mehrotra reinterprets nostalgic Indian dishes with an openness towards global techniques and influences.

Dinner consists of courses with wine pairing. Prepare to be dazzled.

Package includes:

• Magnificent Tasting Menu for 4 guests
• Wine Pairings

Donated by Indian Accent

Jewel of the South, New Orleans

Experience award-winning restaurant and bar Jewel of the South in New Orleans, Louisiana with the full Jewel Experience.

You'll kick off this amazing experience for two off with Champagne and caviar at the bar, then move to a table in the dining room for a 4-course tasting menu from Chef Phil Whitmarsh.

This incredible experience includes 4 comped cocktails and they'll send the guests home with a special 750mL bottled cocktail upon completion of dinner.

Set in an 1830s Creole cottage in the French Quarter, Jewel of the South is a modern New Orleans tavern featuring innovative, seasonal food and drink with an award-winning team. In 2022, Jewel was awarded Best Restaurant Bar in America and Best US Bartender for Chris Hannah at Tales of the Cocktail, named a runner up for Best Restaurant Bar and Expertise in Hospitality from Liquor.com, honored as one of Esquire's Top 25 Bars in America, and debuted on North America's 50 Best Bars list at #24.

Package includes:

• Dinner for 2 With Champagne and Caviar Upon Arrival
• Includes 4 Cocktails
  
• 4-course tasting menu from Chef Phil Whitmarsh
• 750mL Bottled Cocktail to take home

*Blackout dates: 12/24, 12/31, 2/10/2023-2/19/2023, 07/21/2023-07/30/2023
*Please provide dietary restrictions.
*Caviar selection and menu items chosen by the chef based on availability.
*Limit of 4 cocktails, additional cocktails may be purchased.
*Tax and gratuity covered by Jewel of the South.

Donated by Jewel of the South

Niche Niche, NYC

An ACTUAL Dinner Party for 4 With A Professional Party HOST, Wine Pairing & Special Club Afterward

Imagine a dinner party at your favorite friends' house who knows a lot about wine?Now Imagine that friend is a professional, but super cool AND an amazing conversationalist.

Nice Niche's hosts are going to be THAT friend. They will pick 4 wines and each one will be something you have probably never had before. All while you dine and converse about all of the most interesting things. Be prepared for conversation to go in any direction!

Niche Nice is a Dinner party-like concept, pairing curated wines chosen by industry experts served with dinner.

You and your party of 4 will be hosted for a Dinner for 4 for the Dinner Party/Wine Pairing experience at Niche Niche followed by a jazz show at Special Club (an underground speakeasy beneath Niche Niche next to a former prohibition tunnel) - now HOW COOL IS THAT? Not to mention, you will get one complimentary drink per person at Special Club.

The conversation AND wine will be flowing! Don't miss your chance to attend one of the most fabulous dinner parties of your life!

Package includes:

• Dinner for 4 for the Dinner Party/Wine Pairing experience at Niche Niche
• Jazz show at Special Club
• One complimentary drink per person at Special Club

*No blackout dates. Winner will be provided with an email to book their party.

Donated by Niche Niche

Dame, NYC

You and a guest will eat to the beat at this modern, exciting English seafood restaurant in Greenwich Village. Enjoy delicious fish, a long wine list, and a fun disco playlist that is sure entertain while you indulge in their mouthwatering signature Fish & Chips and other favorites!

Package includes:

• Dinner for 2 Guests, plus reservation booking

*Certificate to be used for food and beverage (up to $250 value). Does not include gratuity. Expires December 31, 2023.

Luthun, NYC

Dinner for 2 + Beverage Pairings

Let Luthun welcome you and your guests where Chefs Nahid Ahmed and Arjuna Bull craft their elevated Progressive American Cuisine. The Chefs invite guests into their "home" to offer warm hospitality, a relaxed environment, and a unique flavor profile. Their team utilizes culinary techniques from the world over to create bold, original dishes using only the finest locally sourced ingredients.

Package includes:

• Dinner for 2 Tasting Menu + 2 Beverage Pairings

*Two tasting menus and two beverage pairings. Please note we can only accommodate gluten free and pescetarian diners. All other allergies are assessed on a case by case basis. Donation does not include any supplemental dishes, bottled sparkling or still water, tea, coffee, or reserve beverage pairing.

Donated by Luthun NYC

Steakhouse Perfection Dinner for 2 at Niku Steakhouse, San Francisco

A Michelin One-Star Restaurant by the Omakase Restaurant Group, nestled in San Francisco's vibrant Design District, Niku Steakhouse is a meat-focused restaurant, highlighting an in-house dry aging program and exclusive cuts of coveted Japanese A5 wagyu with an emphasis on wood fired cooking.

Watch the action unfold in the dining room, oriented around a roaring custom binchotan charcoal and wood-fired grill, where guests marvel with delight as Executive Chef Dustin Falcon of Lazy Bear and The French Laundry fame and his team prepare steaks to perfection.

Enjoy this masterfully curated dinner for 2 where you will savor the finest cuts of Japanese A5 wagyu.

Package includes:

• Dinner for 2 guests

*Gratuity is not included

Donated by Omakase Restaurant Group

Pebble Bar, NYC
Dinner for 4 In The Heart of NYC

Pebble Bar is the new bar (opened February 2022) in the heart of New York City housed in a legendary and historic four-floor townhouse on the corner of 6th Ave. and 49th St.

Sip on your favorite drink while daydreaming about the space's storied history - known for famed regulars like Johnny Carson, who had a personal back entrance, novelist Jack Kerouac, whose writing on the space inspired the Pebble Bar name, David Letterman, who regularly filmed on-air on the third floor and decades of Saturday Night Live cast and staff, who dubbed the space "Studio 1-H."

Package includes:

• Dinner for ($400 gift card)

Donated by Pebble Bar

Pig Beach

Dinner for 8 guests

Helmed by award-winning pitmasters Matt Abdoo & Shane McBride-two elite chefs who left NYC's Michelin-starred restaurants in pursuit of meat smokin' mastery-Pig Beach BBQ's critically acclaimed menu marries tried-and-true barbeque technique with a dash of global eclecticism for a fantastically delicious, exciting foray into the Smoked Meat Universe.

Your party of 8 will enjoy a flavorful meal with all the award winning flavors that a BBQ lover could dream of, while savoring the worldly influences and forward thinking cooking.

Package Includes:

• Dinner for 8 Guests at one of the following Pig Beach locations: Queens, Brooklyn, or West Palm Beaches
  

*Gratuity not included

Donated by Pig Beach

Riverhorse on Main, Park City
$300 Dining Experience
Eclectic American Cuisine

After a long day of skiing -- or any time of year -- when in Park City, you can't miss the chance to dine at Riverhorse on Main. One of the oldest and most distinguished restaurants on Park City's historic main street, the restaurant is among an elite list of top restaurants in the nation.

You and your guest will feast on eclectic American Cuisine, crafted by award-winning executive chef and co-owner Seth Adams while enjoying the trendy vibe, live music and historic setting in Park City's renovated Masonic Hall.

Package includes:

• $300 gift certificate to Riverhorse on Main

* Original Certificate must be presented at time of redemption. No copies will be accepted. Does not include or cover alcohol or gratuity. Reservations required.

Donated by Riverhorse on Main

Jungle Bird, NYC

Escape to the tropics without leaving the city!

Jungle Bird is a tropical cocktail bar located in Manhattan's trendy Chelsea neighborhood serving up tropical takes on classic cocktails that are paired with Southeast Asian & California-influenced fare.

You and your guests will enjoy these tropical delights with your $200 gift card so get ready to pull up a seat and stay a while!

Package includes:

• A $200 Gift Card to Jungle Bird

*Gratuity is not included Need fulfillment notes

Donated by Jungle Bird NYC

Forbici Mordern Italian

This trendy trattoria in Tampa's exclusive Hyde Park Village neighborhood will delight you with delicious pizzas, house made pastas and cocktails. Executive Chef Jason Saldutti's delectable dishes are made with as many house-made ingredients as possible, including their pizza dough, which takes 72 hours to make a single batch!

Package Includes:

• A $150 Gift Card to Forbici Modern Italian

*Does not include tax or gratuity.

Donated by Forbici Mordern Italian

4 Rivers BBQ FL

4 Rivers Smokehouse

Mouthwatering BBQ Dinner for 8!

From Tampa to Tallahassee, Jacksonville to Coral Gables, and 8 more locations, FLA FounderJohn Rivers never expected to create a successful barbecue business. But a career with extensive travel and the fateful intersection of cooking with a purpose paired with haunting flavors of brisket 'cue, and a dream was born.

Today, with locations throughout Florida and expansion plans in the works, an earnest goal to support community and staff with integrity and spirit, 4 Rivers has a cult-following for its winning menu that centralizes all styles of barbecue and even introduces some modern hybrids - there's even vegan burnt ends, so everyone is included!

No matter the location, and the temptation to eat with abandon, try to save room for the spectacular cakes and cupcakes coming from their bakehouse. You'll be glad you did.

Package includes:

• Barbecue Dinner for 8 Guests - Up to $200 in a single meal

*Effective 11/22; Does not exceed $200

Donated By 4 Rivers Smokehouse

Gotham, NYC
Stylish & Elegant 4-Course Tasting Menu for 2
4 Courses With Wine Pairings & Champagne on Arrival

Historically decorated with an unprecedented six three-star New York Times reviews, Gotham reopened after the pandemic reimagined in November of 2021 with a redesigned interior by its original architect James Biber, and a new menu with longtime former pastry chef Ron Paprocki in the role of executive chef. Filling the restaurant with books, music, and art to complement its world-class dining, Gotham is undoubtedly one of the most meaningful restaurants in New York, boasting arts and dining programming, from evening jazz to exclusive wine dinners, making Gotham a vibrant, ever-evolving destination like the city it calls home.

Indulge in being greeted with champagne upon your arrival and enjoy an elegant and sumptuous evening for you and 2 guests, with a beautiful 4-course tasting menu.

Package includes:

• 4-Course Chefs Tasting Menu for 2 Guests With Wine Pairings & Champagne on Arrival

*Gratuity is not included

Donated by Gotham Restaurant

Good Salt Restaurant Group

Reyes Mezcaleria, Orlando

Private Chef's Tasting for 6 With Beverage Pairing

James Beard Outstanding Restauranteur Semifinalist Owned Restaurant Group brings you this amazing James Beard Infused Dining Experience.

One of the hottest restaurant groups in Orlando, FL, founded by James Beard Foundation 2022 Outstanding Restauranter of the Year Semifinalists, Jason and Sue Chin, your party of 6 will be in for the night of your lives with a Chef's Tasting Menu at Reyes Mezcaleria.

You and your guests will be personally welcomed by Jason and Sue Chin as they give you a behind the scenes glimpse of the restaurant and describe what your experience will entail. You will personally join Chef Wendy Lopez for an intimate multiple course dinner at Reyes Mezcaleria. Guests will enjoy a meal featuring indigenous Mexican ingredients and fresh Florida flavors. This combination of Wendy's roots and childhood favorites will take you on a culinary journey through Mexico while you sample the most coveted spirits the region has to offer.

A Michoacán native, Chef Wendy Lopez started her culinary journey at the young age of 14 and has worked her way from dishwashing at her family's restaurant to taking the helm at Reyes Mezcaleria in 2018. Lopez is a continued advocate of the Orlando culinary community by supporting externship and mentorship programs with aspiring chefs. Wendy is an award winning chef and hosted Orlando's spotlight for the James Beard Foundation Taste America in 2021 alongside Reyes Mezcaleria.

Good Salt Restaurant Group is comprised of 4 award winning restaurants: Reyes Mezcaleria, the 2021 James Beard Foundation Taste America Series Orlando host restaurant led by Chef Wendy Lopez, Seito Sushi led by Chef Huy Tin, 2021 James Beard Foundation Taste America Series Orlando guest chef, Osprey led by Chef Josh Oakley and The Monroe.

Reyes Mezcaleria is located in the vibrant North Quarter District of Downtown Orlando. Executive Chef Wendy Lopez, a Michoacán native, serves inspired Mexican cuisine that pairs with a unique bar experience featuring craft cocktails and an impressive list of over 150 agave spirits. The mission of the team at Reyes is to honor the cuisine, spirits and culture of Mexico by offering thoughtfully prepared cuisine using the best ingredients possible.

Package includes:

• Chef's Tasting experience with beverage pairing for 6 guests at Reyes Mezcaleria, Orlando, FL

*Expiration date 12/31/2023. Tax and gratuity not included. Transportation not included. Blackout dates may apply - restaurant requires at least a 7-day notice for booking.

Donated by Good Salt Restaurant Group

Good Salt Restaurant Group

Seito Sushi, Orlando

Chef's Tasting for 6 With Beverage Pairing

James Beard Outstanding Restauranteur Semifinalist Owned Restaurant Group brings you this amazing James Beard Infused Dining Experience.

One of the hottest restaurant groups in Orlando, FL, founded by James Beard Foundation 2022 Outstanding Restauranteur of the Year Semifinalists, Jason and Sue Chin, your party of 6 will be in for the night of your lives with a Chef's Tasting Menu at Seito Sushi.

You and your guests will be personally welcomed by Jason and Sue Chin as they give you a behind the scenes glimpse of the restaurant and describe what your experience will entail.

You will personally meet Chef Huy Tin and he will walk your through your sumptuous multicourse experience with beverage pairing carefully curated to complement each dish.

Good Salt Restaurant Group is comprised of 4 award winning restaurants: Reyes Mezcaleria, the 2021 James Beard Foundation Taste America Series Orlando host restaurant led by Chef Wendy Lopez, Seito Sushi led by Chef Huy Tin, 2021 James Beard Foundation Taste America Series Orlando guest chef, Osprey led by Chef Josh Oakley and The Monroe.

Seito Sushi is located in the vibrant Baldwin Park neighborhood near downtown Orlando and serves award winning sushi and contemporary Asian Cuisine.

Package includes:

• Chef's Tasting experience with beverage pairing for 6 guests at Seito Sushi, Orlando, FL

*Expiration date 12/31/2023. Tax and gratuity not included. Transportation not included. Blackout dates may apply - restaurant requires at least a 7-day notice for booking.

Donated by Good Salt Restaurant Group

Good Salt Restaurant Group

The Osprey, Orlando

Chef's Tasting for 6 With Beverage Pairing

James Beard Outstanding Restauranteur Semifinalist Owned Restaurant Group brings you this amazing James Beard Infused Dining Experience.

One of the hottest restaurant groups in Orlando, FL, founded by James Beard Foundation 2022 Outstanding Restauranter of the Year Semifinalists, Jason and Sue Chin, your party of 6 will be in for the night of your lives with a Chef's Tasting Menu at The Osprey.

You and your guests will be personally welcomed by Jason and Sue Chin as they give you a behind the scenes glimpse of the restaurant and describe what your experience will entail.

You will personally meet Chef Michael Cooper and he will walk your through your sumptuous multicourse experience with beverage pairing carefully curated to complement each dish.

Good Salt Restaurant Group is comprised of 4 award winning restaurants: Reyes Mezcaleria, the 2021 James Beard Foundation Taste America Series Orlando host restaurant led by Chef Wendy Lopez, Seito Sushi led by Chef Huy Tin, 2021 James Beard Foundation Taste America Series Orlando guest chef, Osprey led by Chef Michael Cooper and The Monroe.

The Osprey is located in the vibrant Baldwin Park neighborhood near downtown Orlando and serves award winning, modern coastal cuisine designed to highlight the bounty of Florida's land and sea. The bar boasts a noteworthy rum program to complement the menu, evoking a sense of nostalgia and adventure with its classic cocktails.

Package includes:

• Chef's Tasting experience with beverage pairing for 6 guests at The Osprey, Orlando, FL

*Expiration date 12/31/2023. Tax and gratuity not included. Transportation not included. Blackout dates may apply - restaurant requires at least a 7-day notice for booking.

Donated by Good Salt Restaurant Group

Good Salt Restaurant Group

The Monroe, Orlando

Chef's Tasting for 6 With Beverage Pairing

James Beard Outstanding Restauranteur Semifinalist Owned Restaurant Group brings you this amazing James Beard Infused Dining Experience.

One of the hottest restaurant groups in Orlando, FL, founded by James Beard Foundation 2022 Outstanding Restauranter of the Year Semifinalists, Jason and Sue Chin, your party of 6 will be in for the night of your lives with a Chef's Tasting Menu at The Monroe.

You and your guests will be personally welcomed by Jason and Sue Chin as they give you a behind the scenes glimpse of the restaurant and describe what your experience will entail. You will personally meet the chef who will walk your through your sumptuous multicourse experience with beverage pairing carefully curated to complement each dish.

Good Salt Restaurant Group is comprised of 4 award winning restaurants: Reyes Mezcaleria, the 2021 James Beard Foundation Taste America Series Orlando host restaurant led by Chef Wendy Lopez, Seito Sushi led by Chef Huy Tin, 2021 James Beard Foundation Taste America Series Orlando guest chef, Osprey led by Chef Michael Cooper and The Monroe.

The Monore is located on the ground floor of The Julian Apartments at Creative Village in Downtown Orlando. The Monroe is a diverse social gathering place with a main dining room, bar, lounge/study, backyard patio, semi-private dining area and daytime coffee bar. Serving modern comfort fare and exceptional craft cocktails this is an Orlando dining destination you don't want to miss!

Package includes:

• Chef's Tasting experience with beverage pairing for 6 guests at The Monroe, Orlando, FL

*Expiration date 12/31/2023. Tax and gratuity not included. Transportation not included. Blackout dates may apply - restaurant requires at least a 7-day notice for booking.

Donated by Good Salt Restaurant Group

Edge/Peak Restaurant

Peak NYC

Dinner for 2 + Access to Edge

Talk about a view! You and your guest will enjoy dinner for two at Peak restaurant with access to the Edge.

Peak, opened by London's premier hospitality group RHC in 2020, is a stunning restaurant and events space located on the 101st floor of 30 Hudson Yards.

Designed by renowned architect David Rockwell, Peak is located at the summit of the 1,296-foot tall tower and occupies the entire floor. Peak overlooks the Edge, the tallest observation deck in the Western-Hemisphere, and diners have the ability to access and explore the Edge before and after their meal at Peak.

Beyond the impressive views, Peak offers a delicious rotating seasonal menu curated by Executive Chef Chris Cryer, highlighting thoughtfully sourced, local ingredients. Peak's beverage program, led by Award Winning Beverage Director Zach Kameron, features an extensive list with some of the world's greatest wines and spirits, with an emphasis on spirits made locally in New York.

Don't miss out on this dinner for 2 with a view!

Package includes:

• Dinner for two at Peak restaurant with access to the Edge

*Need fulfillment notes

Donated by Edge/Peak Restaurant

Scratch Restaurants Group

A private, bespoke experience at Sushi by Scratch Restaurants in Los Angeles during which guests would have the pleasure of interacting with Chefs Phillip Frankland Lee and Margarita Kallas-Lee while feasting on their innovative 17-course omakase-inspired nigiri tasting menu.

The experience would also include a complete beverage pairing curated by Gavin Humes, Scratch's Beverage Director.

Scratch Restaurants Group is the innovative Los Angeles-based multiple Michelin-starred group from husband-and-wife team Chefs Phillip Frankland Lee and Margarita Kallas-Lee. Since opening Scratch Bar & Kitchen-the Lees flagship 25-course tasting menu only concept-in 2013, the group has expanded into other concepts as well with Sushi by Scratch Restaurants in Montecito (1 Michelin star), Miami, Austin, and Seattle, as well as 2 locations of Pasta Bar in both Los Angeles (1 Michelin star) and Austin, TX.

All of Scratch Restaurants Group's concepts are known for their highly curated tasting menus, intimate 10-seat tasting counters with no servers, and dedication to the artisanal "from scratch" approach to hospitality. The group is also known to champion significant change to the restaurant industry and its professionals by offering their staff salaries far above the industry standard as well as unprecedented benefit packages for all employees.

Their continued success serves as a business model for others and is evidence that a commitment to both the team and culinary artistry results in concepts that thrive in the competitive, high-turnover, low-profit restaurant industry.

Package includes:

• A private, bespoke experience with Chefs Phillip Frankland Lee and Margarita Kallas-Lee: a 17-course omakase-inspired nigiri tasting menu (for two to up to ten guests)

• A complete beverage pairing curated by Gavin Humes, Scratch's Beverage Director

Expires March 31, 2024

Donated by Scratch Restaurants Group

Dine Deliciously in Decatur and Atlanta

5-time James Beard Award semifinalist Meherwan Irani founded Chai Pani Restaurant in Asheville on the principle of celebrating fun, innovative Indian street food and snacks and sharing his heritage more broadly with the South. Since then, he has expanded the Chai Pani Restaurant Group to include NC-style barbecue, rotisserie chicken, fried chicken, and kabob house concepts.

From the time Chai Pani Decatur opened, it was a runaway hit and a reflection of the Asheville concept. But no longer. It has just been transformed, and is essentially a new restaurant, focusing specifically on the foods of India's Deccan Plateau, the region Meherwan Irani's Parsi family migrated to, where he grew up, and returns for inspiration. It is an incredible culinary journey.

Enjoy dinner for 4 at Chai Pani Decatur in a vibrant and delicious setting. And we've added gift cards to Botiwalla, a counter service concept inspired by the tea and kabab houses, and Nani's, an ode to the comfort of good chicken and tasty sides.

Package includes:

• Dinner for 4 at Chai Pani Decatur, GA (tax/gratuity/alcohol not included, reservations in advance required)
• $50 gift card to Botiwalla
• $50 gift card to Nani's

Donated by the Chai Pani Restaurant Group

NYC Culinary Itinerary
3 Day Customized NYC Culinary Itinerary

Culinary Itineraries provides fully customized restaurant recommendations and reservations based on the client's plan, price, proximity, and preferences in New York City.

How it works: During our initial consultation (via phone, zoom, or email), you provide basic input and guidelines and they will recommend - and reserve where possible - the best restaurants plus provide insider tips for each meal of your customized Culinary Itineraries package in New York City.

Includes: Recommendations for all meals - breakfast, lunch, and dinner - for three days (to be used either consecutively or a la carte).

Reservations are included where possible!

Each recommendation will also include a pro tip, including: best dish on the menu, best seat in the house, or suggested beverage pairing, etc.

This Culinary Itineraries package also includes a daily recommendation for a coffee shop, snack spot, or happy hour to ensure you have the tastiest days possible!

So sit back, relax and just show up for a 3 Day Culinary Itinerary of a lifetime!

Package includes:

• 3 Day Customized NYC Culinary Itinerary

* Not included: The price of meals consumed - food, drink, tax, and gratuity - are not included in the Itinerary pricing model. Each meal will be paid for in full by you at each dining establishment throughout your trip. Transport to and from the restaurants are also not included. Expiration: December 20, 2023

Donated by Culinary Itinerary

Dinner for 4 + Chef Meet & Greet

Relax and enjoy warm hospitality with chef inspired, award winning menus. CityRange is the perfect place for special occasions or a casual meal. You can dine by their rustic stone fireplace, at the comfortable bar, on the open-air patio, or book a private dining room.

Your party of 4 will enjoy their craveable American cuisine - with a twist! From Certified Angus Beef steaks with melted bleu cheese pesto to North Carolina trout with lemon beurre blanc, they are passionate about serving guests the deliciously familiar food they love with new and classic flavors.

Package includes:

• Dinner for 4 at either CityRange (excluding alcohol) for 4 at either of our locations (Greenville and Spartanburg)
• "Meet and Greet" with the chef

Donated by CityRange Restaurants

Dinner for 2 With Drinks At Amor y Amargo

Courtesy of acclaimed Overthrow Hospitality, you will enjoy a Plant-Based Dining Experience, including Dinner for 2 at the Italian-inspired Soda Club. This Michelin Bib Gourmand-awarded vegan wine and pasta bar, featuring more than 200 natural and organic wines from around the globe will serve you up delicious plant-based Italian dishes focusing on fresh pastas.

Then saunter over to the renowned Amor y Amargo, a bitters-focused bar for cocktails.

Package includes:

• Dinner for 2 at Soda Club
• Drinks at Amor y Amargo

*Gratuity Not Included

Donated by Overthrow Hospitality

Experience the historic Boulevard restaurant in San Francisco through a tastefully curated three-course dinner, with each course carefully paired with special wines from Boulevard's robust wine list, for two guests.

Located in the historic Audiffred building, Boulevard is a celebrated San Francisco restaurant on the Embarcadero waterfront. First opened by Chef and Owner Nancy Oakes in 1993, Boulevard has continuously received high praise and a dedicated following.

Quintessentially Californian, Boulevard's menu seamlessly incorporates the regional seasonal bounty with studied classic and modern technique.

Package includes:

• Three course dinner, with paired wines, for 2 guests

*No blackout dates but only offered upon availability. Tax and SF Mandate fee are included but please note that gratuity is not included.

As a James Beard Foundation Rising Star Chef of the Year nominee (2020), James Beard Foundation Best Chef: South (2022), James Beard Foundation Taste America Orlando host chef (2022), having acclaimed Chef and owner, Henry Moso personally prepare an Omakase dinner for your party of 4 will be an experience you will never forget! Not to mention, you will be forever dreaming about the freshest, most authentic and never frozen fish being flown in directly from Japan for the night or your visit!

After years of amplifying menus in the Orlando restaurant circuit, critically acclaimed Chef Henry debued an enticing combination of flavor and atmosphere at Kabooki. Behind the bar, the staff performs under his direction to brandish dishes with the vibrancy of Mexican flavor, the sophistication of French preparation, and the curated integrity of Japan. Every night at Kabooki, the tastes of the world meet for an authentically global encounter.

With two locations in Orlando, Kabooki is one of the most sought-after restaurants in Orlando. This package gives you the opportunity to choose either location (East Colonial, near downtown Orlando or Sandlake, near the attractions area).

Package includes:

• Omakase for 4

*An email address will be provided for the winners to reserve their omakase experience. Requires 5-7 day's notice to set up each omakase. Omakase available Wednesday - Saturday only.

Donated by Kabooki