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Silent Auction Items

 

1. Gift Certificate to Moxie, The Restaurant. Beachwood, OH.

Named one of Cleveland’s 2008 Tastemakers by Cleveland Magazine, Executive Chef Jonathan Bennett serves simple yet imaginative food using only the freshest best ingredients.

2. Watercolor Print by Chris Pribanic, of The Art Studio & Framing.

    Sandusky, OH.

Arguably one of the most talented watercolor artists in the region, Chris Pribanic’s paintings have decorated greeting cards and galleries from the shores of the Great Lakes all the way to Martha’s Vineyard. Working out of his small studio on Cleveland Road, originals of his renowned commissioned portraits are on display in many homes along Lake Erie.

3. Two Night Stay and Dinner for Two at Stein Ericksen Lodge, Glitretind Restaurant. Park City, UT.

A blend of European elegance and mountain architecture characterizes the glamorous Stein Erickson Lodge. The winner of this bid is entitled to a two night stay in a Luxury One Bedroom Suite with dinner for two in the Glitretind Restaurant.  (Not valid during the winter season.)

4. Organic Table Top Garden from Mulberry Creek Herb Farm. Huron, OH

From the fields of Mulberry Creek comes a specially designed faery garden of beautiful novelty miniature herbs and plants.

5. MUSE Fresh Market Overnihgt Package at the Ritz-Carlton. Cleveland, OH

One of the best ways to become familiar with a city is through its food. The Fresh Market package does just that by surrounding guests in the luxury of the Ritz-Carlton, Cleveland Hotel; the history and culture of the celebrated West Side Market and the expertise of a world-class culinary team. This unique experience includes deluxe overnight accommodations, a breakfast with the hotel's Chef de Cuisine Timothy Maxin from MUSE restaurant, a guided insider’s exploration of the West Side Market with the chef, as well as a Fresh Market lunch that features the items purchased during the morning's market visit. Wine accompaniment is included. Local flavors and in room amenity of a Ritz-Carlton market bag and Ohio wine and cheese to round out the experience. Recipe cards from the meal served are mailed to the guests' home. The Fresh Market package is offered Friday Nights and the following Saturday morning on most corresponding dates mid May through early November.

6. Dinner for Two at 3030 Ocean in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and a signed copy of "A Life by the Sea" by Dean James Max

7. Dinner for Two at Latitude 41 in Columbus, Ohio and a signed copy of "A Life by the Sea" by Dean James Max

8. Dinner for Two at Amp 150, Cleveland, Ohio and a signed copy of "A Life by the Sea" by Dean James Max

9. Cuisiniers Catered Cuisine & Events. Winter Park, FL

A seasonally inspired five-course dinner prepared by Chef Jamie McFadden, served by the Cuisiners staff, for 6 to 8 guests in your Erie, Ottawa, or Huron County Home.

10. Pretty Paula Deen Package

Celebrity Chef Paula Deen, a featured guest of past celebrations, had autographed and donated a Calphalon Pan, a framed photo, along with a stunning bracelet.

11. Chef Paula Deen Package

Get busy in the kitchen with an autographed Calphalon Pan from Celebrity Chef Paula Deen, a featured guest of past celebrations, along with a small collection of kitchen items from The Viking Store.

12. Grand Opening of J U L I A(N). Kansas City, MO

2008 Star Chef Cook-Off Celebrity Chef Celina Tio is opening her new restaurant, J U L I A (N), in Kansas City, Missouri. Be her special guest at her Grand Opening and enjoy a complimentary breakfast and dinner the next day. Overnight accommodations not included.

13. Autumn Cocktail Party at the Benson Ford Shiphouse. Put-In-Bay, OH

Cater your own dinner party for eight at the legendary and luxurious Benson Ford Shiphouse on Lake Erie’s Put-in-Bay Island. Enjoy this one-of-a-kind visit during the fall to experience the beautiful autumn colors of the Great Lakes. Courtesy of the Kasper Family.

14. Basket of BeFine Food Skincare Products

A gorgeous basket filled to the brim with BeFine’s amazing food-based skincare products. These all natural products use vegetable proteins to create a line of allergen-free, paraben-free cleansers, moisturizers and other treatments that will give your skin a healthy new glow.

15. Silvermark Gift Basket

A pretty, decorative basket filled with innovative kitchen prep tools, the perfect gift for the avid home chef, the foodie, or anyone who wants to have more fun putting dinner on the table!

16. JW Marriot, Grand Lakes Dinner in the Kitchen

The Grand Lakes Resort is a luxurious way to experience Orlando, Florida. Enjoy an extravagant 6-course dinner for six at the in the Grand Lakes banquet kitchen with Chef Omar Torres and his culinary team!

17. Touch Supper Club Chef Jeff Fisher

Touch Supper Club is the only venue in Cleveland to combine exquisite cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere with top-notch, world-class entertainment. Now, with the addition of Executive Chef Jeff Fisher, Touch's reputation for its food is becoming the main attraction! Chef Fisher will prepare a delicious 10-Course Dinner for 10 people at this renowned venue in the heart of the downtown.

18. Luxurious Lockwood Restaurant at the Palmer House Hilton

Since 1871, this elegant Chicago hotel has been host to countless celebrated figures. It’s famed Lockwood restaurant is located steps away from Theatre District and Millennium Park and was voted one of the 10 best new restaurants to open in 2008. Enjoy a one (1) night stay at the historic Palmer House Hilton in the downtown and dine at Lockwood with a $50 gift certificate towards your experience.

19.  $100 Gift Certificate towards dinner at either LUXE Kitchen & Lounge or One Walnut Restaurant. Cleveland, OH

Enjoy an extraordinary culinary experience reflective of Executive Chef & Owner Marlin Kaplan's commitment to make dining a special occasion every night. Dine in a sophisticated atmosphere at either of Chef Kaplan’s exclusive Cleveland restaurants with a $100 gift certificate.

20. Get Classy at the Institute of Culinary Education

Need to brush up on your culinary skills? The winner of this item will receive a $200 gift certificate towards any recreational class at the Institute of Culinary Education in the Big Apple: New York City! You might learn a thing or two and become the next Top Chef! Courtesy of Rick Smilow, the Owner and President of ICE.

21. Overnight “Earth to Table” Experience on Playhouse Square for Two. Cleveland, OH

At the Wyndham Playhouse Square, you are in the heart of the 2nd largest theatre district in North America. Experience a romantic 5-course “Earth to Table” dinner prepared by Chef Shawn Brozic with you and your guest staying overnight to enjoy a breakfast together the next morning.

 

 

Veggie U

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Milan, OH 44846

Phone: 419-499-7500

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