Experiences
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Camilla and the Westbourne
$6500Camilla and the Westbourne
California Nature Inspiration
Westbourne 's Chef and Founder, Camilla Marcus, has a natural and humble approach to safeguarding our planet with clean, fresh, nature-driven foods. Cherished memories of gathering around the dinner table in California as a child, paired with frequent trips to a community farmers market, inspires her hands-on approach to cooking at Westbourne.
Camilla believes in a chef-driven perspective to agriculture - a "from seed to stem" process of cooking, celebrating earthly stability, composting, and reducing waste.
The Westbourne focus is communal living with a laidback, yet intentional drive. Camilla advocates for the idea of community and of protecting nature. She is a co-founder of ROAR (Restaurants Organizing Advocating Rebuilding) and a founding member of the IRC (Independent Restaurant Coalition).
This exclusive private dining experience for six with Camilla Marcus will include a trip to the market to source local goods for your personalized menu. Following, Camilla will cook for you and your friends in the comfort of your own home.
"Eat well, do better, and gather often".
Package includes:
- Farmer's market sourcing trip with Camilla
- Private dinner for six (6) with Camilla
* Dinner includes tax/gratuity, travel package does not include airfare, hotel certificate can only be used on certain days, any shipping restrictions, etc. This package is valid in Los Angeles, California, or New York.
Valid until November 2024
Donated by chef Camilla Marcus and the Westbourne
https://westbourne.com/
Fulfillment details: Following the close of the auction, the winner will be sent a gift certificate and/or be connected directly with the Westbourne.
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A Taste of Sonoma County
$4790Bricoleur Vineyards
Sonoma is considered the birthplace of California wine, with stunning rolling hills, amazing microclimates, and pure sunshine. It's the perfect place to unwind and escape for a wine adventure!
Start your wine country exploration at Bricoleur Vineyards in their luxurious and historic Milk Barn for a four-day/ three-night stay. Located on their 40-acre vineyard estate, the Milk Barn will be your wine country sanctuary, with amazing views of olive groves to enjoy and a private entrance.
During your stay, you and three guests will savor the Rooted Tasting Experience; a 6- course, wine paired culinary journey, with food and wine from the estate. This elevated estate-to-plate, seasonal tasting is Bricoleur Vineyards signature experience with Chef Thomas Bellec and his culinary team.
One of the mornings of your stay, you'll receive a delivery of fresh baked pastries from their chef, which pair perfectly with fresh, free-range eggs from our heritage hens. Can you imagine?
Also enjoy a tasting experience at Marine Layer Wines and Reeve Wines (two of the best vineyards in the region!), and a delicious dinner at award-winning Little Saint Restaurant - an uplifting 100% plant-based restaurant, coffee bar, wine lounge, and music venue in the heart of Sonoma.
Go ahead - renew your soul in Sonoma.
Package includes the following dining and tasting experiences for up to 4 guests:
- A stay at Bricoleur Vineyards for 3 nights
- Rooted Tasting Experience at Bricoleur with Chef Thomas Bellec
- Dinner at Little Saint Restaurant
- A tasting experience at Marine Layer wines
- A Tasting experience at Reeve Wines
*Whether this is your first trip to wine country or a return visit, allow the Bricoleur Concierge to book any additional experiences you'd like to have in Wine Country - from dining and wine tasting, to yoga, massage therapy, and zip lining, there are always new and exciting adventures to have! This experience expires one year from date of auction [November 4, 2024].
Donated by Bricoleur Vineyards
www.bricoleurvineyards.com
Fulfillment details: Following the close of the auction, the winner will be sent a gift certificate and/or be connected directly with the fulfillment contact.
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Scuba in Honduras!
$3035Coral View Beach Resort
Scuba in Honduras!
For both novices and seasoned Scuba Divers alike, Coral View Beach Resort presents an enchanting five-night sojourn on Utila - one of the illustrious Bay Islands of Honduras. You and a companion will be welcomed to the sublime Coral View Beach Resort, renowned for its personalized service and exemplary diving programs.
Nestled in a serene setting in Honduras, Coral View Beach Resort offers convenient proximity to the vibrant town of Utila, while bestowing immediate beach access mere steps from your accommodation.
This haven boasts an exceptional house reef, perfect for indulging in invigorating swims, snorkeling explorations, and captivating dives. The resort's oceanfront bar and sundeck offer unrivaled vantage points to admire the breathtaking dawn and dusk vistas.
Come experience the allure of the Coral View Beach Resort and the enchanting world beneath the waves!
This package for two (2) encompasses:
- Five-night stay in a Deluxe Room
- Daily Breakfast to start your mornings right
- Comprehensive Learn-to-Dive Package with a PADI Open Water group course, inclusive of all dive equipment rentals, student materials, and dive boat
- Opportunities for Snorkeling and Kayaking to further engage with the stunning surroundings
- Convenient ground transfers from the local airport or ferry landing on Utila to the hotel
*For your journey to Utila, we recommend flying into Roatan's airport and taking the ferry to the island. Rest assured, the hotel staff can assist with coordinating your flights and local travel arrangements at no additional cost. Blackout dates may apply - Holidays and High Peak dates may carry certain restrictions. Gratuity not included. Travel package does not include airfare. Blackout dates may apply, specifically Christmas to New Years, Easter Week and July.
www.coralviewutila.com
Fulfillment details: Following the close of the auction, the winner will be sent a gift certificate and/or be connected directly with the fulfillment contact. Expires November 2024.
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Sunriver Northwest Adventure
$1200Sunriver Resort
A Northwest Adventure!
Have an unforgettable Northwest adventure in Oregon at the Sunriver Resort - a one-of-a-kind setting in the wilderness. Enjoy incredible natural beauty, four award-winning golf courses, bike paths, swim in indoor and outdoor pools, and relax in their rejuvenating wellness spa. Their expert chefs showcase their skills in several dining options on site, also.
Enjoy breathtaking views of Sunriver, and a fresh take on seasonal Northwest flavors at the lodge Kitchen in an exclusive seven-course dining experience with Executive Chef Josh Hedrick. Utilizing the freshest local ingredients, Chef Josh will take you on a culinary journey through the rich farming heritage of Oregon, known for his revolutionary take on farm-to-table dining.
Sunriver Resort fully takes advantage of the tunning scenery and location with incredible activities on site. Choose from a thrilling resort experience, either golf for 2 on their award-winning courses, a river float, or feel transformed after a 50-minute massage at the Sage Springs Spa, where the warmth of the dessert and indigenous products take center stage.
Package includes:
- A one-night stay in a Lodge Village Loft Suite
- An exclusive seven-course dining experience in the Lodge Kitchen's private dining room, featuring Central Oregon's rich farming & food heritage, prepared & served by Executive Chef, Josh Hedrick
- A choice of one (1) of the following Resort experiences: golf for 2 at Crosswater; a 6-mile river float on the Deschutes; or a 50-minute couples massage at Sage Springs
*Accommodation & resort experience based upon availability; blackout dates may apply. Room is a (bi-level suite with a King or 2 Double beds, 2 full bathrooms, gas fireplace, and Ã'Ã'¾ kitchen {stove top, vs. full stove. The package does not include airfare.
https://www.sunriverresort.com/
Fulfillment details: Following the close of the auction, the winner will be sent a gift certificate and/or be connected directly with the fulfillment contact. Expires November 2024.
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Attention, whiskey lovers!
$600Westward Whiskey
Attention, whiskey lovers!
Enjoy a private virtual whiskey tasting with Westward Whiskey's Master Blender Miles Munroe. Go on a journey with Miles to explore whiskey with one of the very best creators of American whiskey. As master blender, he aims to respect history and tradition while also creating something brand new that reflects the Northwest. The result is rich, robust, and delicious whiskeys.
Included in this package is some incredible whiskey from Westward, including one bottle of each of Westward's award-winning flagship whiskeys: Westward Whiskey Original, Westward Whiskey Pinot Noir Cask, Westward Whiskey Stout Cask, and Westward Whiskey Cask Strength, along with a bottle of Westward x Ken's Artisan Sourdough Whiskey - 2023 Vintage Blend, the limited-edition bottling in collaboration with James Beard award-winning Baker, Ken Forkish.
Package includes:
- Private virtual whiskey tasting with Westward Whiskey Master Blender Miles Munroe
- One bottle of Westward Whiskey Original
- One bottle of Westward Whiskey Pinot Noir Cask
- One bottle of Westward Whiskey Stout Cask
- One bottle of Westward Whiskey Cask Strength,
- One bottle of Westward x Ken's Artisan Sourdough Whiskey - 2023 Vintage Blend
*Mutually agreed upon date.
https://westwardwhiskey.com/
Fulfillment details: Following the close of the auction, we will reach out to the winner to verify shipping address and arrange fulfillment. Shipping costs are covered by JBF and/or the item company.
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Dreaming of Drinks with Sam
$1350Dreaming of Drinks
Mixology class Sam Rivers!
Learn to make delicious drinks with mixologist Sam Rivers! Sam Rivers is a mixologist and cocktail artist based in NYC who has designed cocktails for some of the biggest parties in the world including the 2018-2022 MET Galas, celebrity weddings, fashion shows, and countless star-studded events. Additionally, Sam is the lead mixologist for Glass.fun, a loyalty and engagement platform for alcohol brands.
For this in-person mixology class in NYC, Sam will come to your home or the venue of your choosing, where everyone in your group (of up to 10 people) will learn to make delicious cocktails featuring Junipero Gin - the "original" craft gin. Sam will start by walking you and your group through some of the basics of mixology before diving in and teaching you how to make some amazing craft cocktails!
Additionally, everyone in your group will receive a bottle of Junipero to take home. Junipero is the first-ever American craft gin born boldly in San Francisco in 1996. Complex and delicious with notes of juniper, citrus, and cardamom, it's a perfect gin for every occasion. Your group will also each receive a martini kit that include a crystal mixing jar, bar spoon, and Japanese jigger!
What a fun cocktail experience!
Package includes:
- Mixology class for ten (10) people with mixologist Sam Rivers
- Bottle of Junipero to take home for each guest
- Martini kit that includes a crystal mixing jar, bar spoon, and Japanese jigger, for each guest.
*Date/location of event to be worked out between Sam and the winning bidder.
www.DreamingOfDrinks.com
Fulfillment details: Following the close of the auction, the winner will be sent a gift certificate and/or be connected directly with the fulfillment contact. Any shipping costs incurred are covered by JBF and/or the item company. Expires November 2024.
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Great Jones Distillery
$1740CALLING ALL WHISKEY AND COCKTAIL LOVERS
The Great Jones Distillery in the heart of New York City is thrilled to offer the ultimate Tour & Whiskey Tasting Package, at their Noho distillery.
You and three of your friends will be able to step through the doors of the first whiskey distillery in New York City since the Prohibition!
Join their signature Distilling NY tour and embrace the true spirit of NYC during the 4-part whiskey tasting, followed by a dinner of elevated classics at The Restaurant at Great Jones. The experience will also include a VIP gift bag as a memory of the experience.
Package for four (4) includes:
- Signature Distilling NY Tour of Great Jones Distillery in NoHo, NYC
- 4-part whiskey tasting
- Dinner at the Restaurant at Great Jones
- VIP gift bag
*Gratuity not included.
https://greatjonesdistillingco.com/
Fulfillment details: Following the close of the auction, the winner will be sent a gift certificate and/or be connected directly with the fulfillment contact. Expires November 2024.
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Hana Makgeolli Tour & Tasting
$325Hana Makgeolli
Artisanal Korean rice wine tour and tasting
Brooklyn based rice wine producer, Hana Makgeolli, celebrates Korean heritage while creating rice wine in a true labor of love. Wines are created with only organic rice, nuruk, and traditional brewing methodologies, creating a complex flavor profile showing the depth of the sool category. Their brews have deep grain flavors and "naturally occurring lactic acid with stronger alcohol by volume that is characteristic of jeongtongju that can only be found in Korea" - said to be like a warm embrace from Korea.
Enjoy a detailed tour of the facility with the HM production team with your party of 8. They will take you through the facility and cover everything from the history of sool to how their wines are made. This tour will be followed by a guided tasting in the Hana Makgeolli tasting room, prior to opening hours. Your tour will be 45 minutes long and your wine flight includes 3 sools.
Package includes:
- Hana Makgeolli Tour & Tasting for up to 8 people
https://www.hanamakgeolli.com/
Fulfillment details: Following the close of the auction, the winner will be sent a gift certificate and/or be connected directly with the fulfillment contact. Expires November 2024.
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Sonoma Wine Tasting Weekend
$1290Wine Tasting Weekend in West Sonoma County
Wine Weekend in Sonoma!
Start your amazing wine tour weekend with Small Vines. Paul and Kathryn Sloan craft 100% estate farmed and organically grown Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and a crisp Rose of Pinot- from fruit- planted in their unique "Small Vine" style.
Have a rare opportunity to join the farmers and the winemakers for a completely private tasting experience with your party in their intimate tasting room, with beautiful views of their organically farmed vineyard and newly renovated, historic Wine Barn. Sip and swirl between 5-7 extremely limited production wines and stroll through the vineyards.
Your weekend continues with an in-depth private tasting of Freeman Vineyard & Winery, in their beautiful Wine Cave! The award-winning Freeman vineyard is located outside of Sebastopol, California and is regarded as one of the leading producers of handcrafted Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from Russian River Valley and Sonoma Coast vineyards.
Freeman has been one of the great pioneers of cool-climate Pinot Noir and their wines are known for their more restrained and elegant style. The Freeman's Pinot Noirs have been hailed as the "World's 30 Best Pinot Noirs" by Food & Wine magazine, a Top 100 in the World (#22) by Wine Spectator and Wine Enthusiast, and you'll get to see and taste their wonder.
Complete your incredible weekend wine tour with Black Kite Cellars. This small, family-owned and operated winery is dedicated to producing the finest Pinot Noir and Chardonnay using the best growing and winemaking practices applied to vineyards ideally situated for these classic Burgundian varietals. Enjoy a tasting of their block and vineyard designate Chardonnay and Pinot Noir paired alongside seasonal accompaniments and charcuterie. You will taste their passion and dedication in every vintage sip.
Package includes:
- A private tasting at Small Vines for up to six (6) people
- A special tasting in Wine Cave at Freeman Winery for up to six (6) people
- An estate tasting with charcuterie at Black Kite Cellars for up to six (6) people
*Expires one year from the date of the event, November 3, 2024.
https://www.smallvines.com/
https://www.freemanwinery.com/#en
https://blackkitecellars.com/
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Britely Social Club Membership
$2175
Modern Social Club Membership
The Britely is devoted to community, curiosity, and celebration. This special place is where bright ideas and social experience meet with delicious food and drinks by Michelin-Star Chef Wolfgang Puck.
Born in Los Angeles, this exclusive club has the goal of revitalizing the idea of a true social club, brimming with positivity.
There is a spa and state-of-the-art gym, culinary delights, music, art and performance. Join in exclusive activities and charitable events only for members. Swim in a refreshing pool, and even try your hand at the bowling alley.
This club has so much to offer - feeling social?
Package includes:
- 1 year of membership at The Britely
*New member to meet with club to understand the house rules that apply to every member.
www.thebritely.com
Donated by the Britely.
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Parisian Spa Day in Tribeca
$460Hotel Barriere Fouquet's New York
Parisian Spa Day at Hotel Barriere
Experience a touch of pure serenity in the heart of Tribeca when you visit this peaceful haven away from the commotion of the city. Personalized treatments and partnerships with Biologique Recherche, Les Huilettes, Manucurist, and Le Rouge Francais beauty products, Spa Diane Barriere gives you the perfect day of pampering.
Located at the heart of Fouquet's New York, the spa's bespoke facilities include five treatment rooms (including one for couples), a sauna and steam room, and an indoor pool. Truly escape life's stresses for a day!
Package includes:
- $500 Spa Credit to Spa Diane Barriere located at Hotel Barriere Fouquet's New York
https://www.hotelsbarriere.com/en/collection-fouquets/new-york.html
Donated by Hotel Barriere Fouquet's New York.
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JPFCulinary Education for Good
$500Jacques Pepin Foundation Commis Membership and Gifts
Culinary education for good
There is power in culinary education. The Jacques Pepin Foundation was founded in 2016 by Jacques and Claudine Pepin, along with Claudine's husband Rollie Wesen, with the aim of strengthening communities and enriching lives through culinary arts. Jacques recognized that cooking brings forth entertainment, health and well-being, and employment opportunities. Memberships support these endeavors.
Your "Commis" membership includes complete access to view, print and save all the exciting cooking videos and content through the "Video Recipe Book Cook with Jacques Pepin & Friends", as well as member emails with incredible recipes, and advance ticket sales opportunities to the JPF Annual Gala, and more.
You will also enjoy finding your next favorite recipe in one of these stunning books, signed by Pepin himself: Essential Pepin: More Than 700 All-Time Favorites from My Life in Food; Jacques Pepin's Complete Techniques; and The Apprentice: My Life in the Kitchen.
Package includes:
- 1 "Commis" Membership gift card to the Jacques Pepin Foundation
- 3 Signed Books: Essential Pepin: More Than 700 All-Time Favorites from My Life in Food; Jacques Pepin's Complete Techniques; The Apprentice: My Life in the Kitchen
- JPF Tea Towel
https://members.jp.foundation/
Donated by the Jacques Pepin Foundation
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Vernick Fish
$700Vernick Fish
Dinner and Wine Tasting at Vernick
1. Vernick Fish at Four Seasons Philadelphia is Chef Greg Vernick's version of an American oyster bar. Your dinner for two will be a celebration of an ingredient-driven cooking style, paired with a love for global flavors, resulting in an inventive menu of fish and shellfish dishes, well-selected meats, and a range of vegetable preparations.
Taking a detailed, seasonal, and sustainable approach in small and large plate offerings, the kitchen team brings new life to favorite hallmarks of oyster bar fare.
Complementing the experience are well-crafted cocktails and a focused wine list of seafood-friendly options. Incredible desserts, featuring cakes and pies by the slice to follow.
2. You and a guest will also enjoy this Vernick Wine Tasting Menu Experience in the Verick Wine "jewel-box" dining room for a harmonious compilation of dishes that trail the season. Anticipate a multi-course menu featuring new takes on classic Vernick dishes and a use of ingredients sourced from the mid-Atlantic region.
This experience will include a pairing of different styles of wines to complement the menu, selected by Wine Director, Felix Hughes.
Package includes:
- Dinner for two at Vernick Fish at Four Seasons Philadelphia
- Vernick Wine Tasting Menu Experience for two
*For the dinner, service is available Tuesday through Saturday evenings with reservations available 30 days in advance & must be made through our General Manager. Vernick Fish reserves the right to offer an experience of equal value if necessary. This experience is valued at $300 with service & gratuity included.
* For the wine tasting experience, seating is available Friday & Saturday evenings with reservations available up to 30 days in advance. Minimum two weeks advance notice for reservation, pending availability. This experience is exclusive of service gratuity (please tip at your discretion). All allergies and dietary restrictions must be provided in advance. Valid for redemption until 11/17/24. Date exclusions may apply (e.g., cannot redeem on certain holiday weeks or for other special events). An experience of equal value may be substituted if the tasting menu is unavailable, at the restaurant's discretion.
www.Vernickphilly.com
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Alvin Ailey Dance Theatre
$360Alvin Ailey
Witness revolutionary dance
Alvin Ailey has been the center of American Dance and African American culture for 65 years. A true legacy, Alvin Ailey began in 1958 in NYC when Alvin Ailey and a group of young, Black modern dancers performed for the first time as members of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at the 92nd Street YM-YWHA.
Ailey made an incredible impact on the world of dance by weaving African American themes in his dances and introducing the world to the idea of concert dance. Each season highlights incredible mind-blowing new works performed by the very best dancers in the world.
Have an opportunity to see a performance this year, their 65th season. It will be exciting, revolutionary, and a perfect evening of entertainment.
Package includes:
- 2 tickets to see Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater during December 2023 season at New York City Center
*Reservations must be made in advance, beginning November 1, 2023. Tickets must be arranged for no later than 4pm on Thursday, November 21. Exact seat locations will be determined by availability at each performance.
www.alvinailey.org
Donated by Alvin Ailey Dance Theater.
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Watch What Happens Live!
$2075This is your chance to win 2 tickets to Bravo's hilariously fun and interactive late-night talk show, Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen.
You'll have a cocktail (or two!) in the Bravo Clubhouse located in New York City and get to watch a live taping of the show.
This package includes:
- 2 tickets to What What Happens Live
*All guests must be 21+ and show proof of full vaccination.
Donated by Embassy Row / What What Happens Live!
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Private NYC Walking Excursion
$355Experience NYC like a local... with a local!
Eager to explore and learn about NYC? Your 4-hour private excursion will be personally curated and led by the incredible Abigail Ekue, of the Native Creative Concierge.
Abigail is passionate about NY and will personally introduce you to this ever-evolving city and all that it has to offer. Your interests and quirks will be catered to via bespoke events, artisans, and everyday New Yorkers.
This Private Excursion will be designed to fit your interests and immerse you in NYC culture--anything from food, music, art, photography, sports, shopping, nightlife, nature, history, etc. can be included in your local experience. Visit "under-the-radar" attractions and enjoy behind-the-scenes elements for a complete immersion into NY culture.
Package includes:
- Four (4) hour private excursion for up to 4 people, curated and led by Abigail Ekue
*Email or telephone consultation required. Private excursion does not include private transportation - that is optional.
www.nativecreativeconcierge.com
Donated by Abigail Ekue.
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Flatiron Room Whiskey School
$245The Flatiron Room
Whiskey School
The Flatiron Room is a world-famous destination for whiskey and spirit enthusiasts. Enjoyed by lovers of live music, foodies, and fans of expertly crafted cocktails in a relaxed space that embraces warmth, style, and comfort.
Unique performances include sultry blues bands, DJ spinning acid jazz vinyl, acoustic singer-songwriters, a duo from the 1900s complete with washboard, and beyond. There are more than 1K spirits in their extensive selection - whiskey is highlighted, along with traditional liquors such as vodka, tequila, rum, wine, and champagne - with bartenders that are the best in the business. The Flatiron room has a wide range of culinary delights and indulgent desserts.
Bring a friend for a one-of-a-kind whiskey class at either Flatiron Room venue, in Nomad or Murray Hill, for an evening you won't forget.
Package includes:
- Two tickets to a whiskey school class at either of The Flatiron Room venues.
*The certificate is valid for two guests up to $95 per person. If the guest wishes to supplement for one of the luxury classes, they may. The certificate is valid until April 30th, 2024. Void if lost/stolen, cannot be redeemed for cash.
www.theflatironroom.com
@theflatironroom_murrayhill
Donated by the Flatiron Room.