The New York Chapter Of The A I W F Annual Champagne Benefit

NEW YORK CHAPTER OF
THE AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF WINE & FOOD HOLDS IT'S ANNUAL CHAMPAGNE GALA BENEFIT

CELEBRATING 25 YEARS OF THE AIWF!

The New York Chapter of the American Institute of Wine & Food will hold its annual Champagne Gala at the New York Helmsley on Monday, June 5, 2006. A champagne reception will begin the festivities, which features both a live and silent auction. Following the reception will be an elegant five-course dinner showcasing six of New York's star chefs: David Burke of David Burke and Donatella, Terrance Brennan of Artisanal Premium Cheese, Shea Gallante of Cru, Pichet Ong of P*ONG, Laurent Tourondel of BLT Fish/ BLT Steak/BLT Prime and Michael White of Fiamma Osteria. Some of the world renowned champagne producers highlighted in the evening will include Veuve Clicquot, Dom Perignon and Krug!

This year as we celebrate the AIWF's 25th anniversary we are pleased to announce Sara Moulton, Executive Chef of Gourmet Magazine, as our Honorary Chair. Auctioneer and master of ceremonies Michael Green, Wine Consultant for Gourmet Magazine, will raise the gavel at the live auction where rare wines, international travel adventures and unique memorabilia will be offered. Our silent auction will include a dazzling array of culinary merchandise, dining experiences and collectable bottles of wines, beers and spirits.

The proceeds from the Champagne Gala fund our signature children's educational program, Days of Taste; - a four-week discovery-based program for fourth and fifth grade New York City Public School students to learn about food and how it weaves its way through daily life from farm to table. In addition to raising funds for Days of Taste., proceeds from the gala will fund AIWF's Endowed Scholarships including the Andri and Simone Soltner Food Education Scholarship; the Michael Jackson Beer Education Scholarship; the Ray Wellington Wine Education Scholarship; The French Culinary Institute Scholarship; The Institute of Culinary Education Scholarship and AIWF's Scholars Internship Program.

The Champagne Gala is made possible by our generous sponsors: Chapter Sponsor - Continental Airlines, Gold Sponsor - Moet Hennessey USA, Professional Series Sponsor - Famiglia DeBartolo, Event Sponsors - Dallis Coffee, Fresh Direct, New York Helmsley Hotel and Tom Cat Bakery.

We anticipate another sold-out event with two hundred high profile food & wine enthusiasts, hospitality professionals, corporate sponsors and Days of Taste supporters.

Tickets:
$250 per person for AIWF Members, $2,250 per table of ten for AIWF members $300 per person for non-members, $2,700 per table of ten for non-members


The American Institute of Wine & Food
Champagne Gala
To Benefit AIWF/NY Days of Taste.
Monday, June 5, 2006
The New York Helmsley Hotel

Menu

HORS D'OEUVRES
David Burke, David Burke and Donatella
Veuve Clicquot Rose NV


DINNER

Blue Fin Tuna Tartare
Avocado & Crispy Shallots
Laurent Tourondel, BLT Fish/BLT Steak/BLT Prime Dom Perignon 1998

Maine Lobster Tortellini in Salsa di Crostacei Michael White, Fiamma Osteria Krug Grande Cuvie

Crisp Beef Short Ribs
Celery Root Purie, English Peas and Chanterelles, Red Wine-Garlic Jus Shea Gallante, Cru Newton Unfiltered Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa 2001

Seasonal Selection of Jasper Hill Dairy Cheeses Terrance Brennan, Artisanal Chbteauneuf du Pape, Chbteau La Nerthe, 2003

Port Poached Bing Cherries
Fresh Indian Cheese, Soft Chocolate & Cocoa Bean Meringue Pichet Ong, P*ONG Mokt & Chandon Nectar Imperial

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