Plus a few more pixs from the Great Chef’s and PPRA’s Hall of Fame Induction of Lisa Simon.
http://blogs.phillymag.com/the_philly_post/2010/06/16/hughe-dillon-a-party-for-queen-elizabeth/
I remember the first three Great Chefs event held at our host’s restaurant Marc Vetri’s Osteria on North Broad Street; they were packed, but still very intimate with a crowd that just seemed to surge year after year. This year The Great Chefs made the smart move down Broad Street to the Navy Yard at the Urban Outfitters headquarters where it’s able to handle 5 times the crowd, yet it remained intimate, exciting and friendly. I was running late as I had a late assignment at my day job, but there was no way I would miss this event. Chefs from all over the country flew in to participate in this great charity event, even with this large venue host Marc Vetri had to turn restaurants away.
The Great Chefs Event is an annual fundraising event that started in 2006 with Philadelphia’s greatest chefs coming together to support Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation in the fight against childhood cancer. The 2010 Great Chefs Event sees the addition of more international great chefs – all to support Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation for Childhood Cancer Research.
Jeff Benjamin, Norman Brettler and Erin O’Hearn
Jean-Marie Lacroix – Max & Me Catering (I think they have some of the best food in the city)
Stacey Vigdor Appelstein , Lauren O’Dorisio, Kristen Foote, Carol Tamburino and Sabrina
Tamburino Thorne (Kristen says: Please join Nicole, Lauren, Sabrina, myself AND PHILLY STYLE MAGAZINE for a night of CHAMPAGNE, light fare, complimentary makeovers and a 15% discount on select merchandise! Wednesday, June 30 at SAKS FIFTH AVENUE in Bala Cynwyd from 6-8pm)
Emily Zuker, Cristina Vigileo and Mellisa Hallbronn
David Hall, Loews Food & Beverage Mgr, Ellie Kosarek and Creg Oosterhart
No donation is too small: Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation has inspired people who would not likely donate to childhood cancer to make donations – no matter the amount.
Holly Derrick, Cashman & Associates with Brett Rosenbloom. Multi-Flow Industries announces a new line of lemonade beverages, branded under the Harvest Squeeze Juice label. The brand will support Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, which has raised over $30 Million to support childhood cancer research. Harvest Squeeze Lemonade, along with the other Harvest Squeeze Juices, is processed exclusively for fountain dispensing. Look for Harvest to be in Marathon Restaurants soon.
Katie Cavuto Boyle, Andrew Boyle and Sally Ekus. Katie competed on Season 5 of The Next Food Network Star. She’s recently opened a new cafe called Healthy Bites at 2521 Christian St. Healthy Bites is more than just a cafe, it’s a Market, does Catering, Meal Delivery, Cooking Classes and Nutrition Services. Whew! Katie also instructs the Phillies on good eating habits and provides their pre-game meal.
Steve Mashington, Yards Brewing Co and Jodi Stondt
Joe and Michelle Bucci with Rob and Jocelyn Scheier
Penny Zenker, Rich Wien, Rebecca Wein, CR Wien Interiors. They did the beautiful flowers throughout the venue. Rom Berardino, Board of Alex’s Lemonade Stand and Holly Amsterdam
Jill Rizen and I will hopefully have a blast in AC at Dusk this weekend. Wayne Spilove, Chairman of the Pennsylvania Historical Society and Michelle Ranieri
Daniel Stern repping MidAtlantic. (Why not R2L?)
Marc Vetri greets Joe Polutro as Mr. Vetri Sr looks on proudly
Tom Kehoe – Yards Brewing (We used to go Christmas caroling together in the neighborhood (Fairmount), I would bring the bells and he would bring the spirits.)
Zahav Chef/Owner Michael Solomonov
Celebrity Judge/Chef Tom Colicchio – Colicchio & Sons
Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation is committed to finding a cure for all childhood cancers. To date, we have funded over 150 research projects at more than 50 institutions across the country! In addition to funding cutting-edge research into finding better treatments and ultimately cures, we also fund nursing grants to improve the quality of life and care of children with cancer.
Pastry Chef Monica Glass (10 Arts), Top Cheftestant Jennifer Carroll (10 Arts), Chef Jose Garces – Garces Restaurant Group, Iron Chef and Kevin Sbraga Executive Chef, Rat’s Restaurant at the Grounds for Sculpture. Maybe Kevin Sbraga is telling the trio about his adventures on this seasons Top Chef show. What a small world for these people. This season Eric Ripert, who owns 10 Arts at the Ritz-Carlton, is a judge on Top Chef. in 2007, Kevin used to work at the Ritz as head chef in The Grill. Kevin finally got a chance to chat with Jen Carroll and Jose Garces as he mentioned in this interview for Kirsten Henri in PhillyMag.com
In 2008, Kevin served as the Culinary Director of Garces Restaurant Group and was named winner of Best Meat Presentation at Bocuse d’Or USA. (BTW look for Stephen Starr and Jose Garces to join forces on a major project. Also someone just tipped me off that Stephen Starr has another production on the way as he and his wife, boutique owner January Bartle are expecting a baby in October. They married last November after a long engagement. Congratulations!!)
The End: Well not for Jen Carroll. Jen tells me she is off to Aspen tomorrow to participate in the Food and Wine Classic. She tells me that she will be preparing a Greek meal for 1,000 people alongside her with Top Cheftestant’s Eli Kirshtein, Bryan Voltaggio and the Top Chef Michael Voltaggio (brother of Bryan). Then Jen returns to Philly in time for Monday’s Taste of the Nation event in Philly at the Loews Hotel. Also Jen, Monica and the rest of the crew partied into the night at Marc Vetri’s low key Amis. They even closed the street for the celebration that went well into the wee hours of the morning. CHECK OUT MORE PIXS AND STORIES OF THE GREAT CHEFS and The Queen’s Garden Party in my column on PhillyMag.com
JUST IN TIME FOR FATHER’S DAY! ROCK ‘N’ ROLL FANTASY CAMP COMING TO PHILADELPHIA THIS FALL! ALLMAN BROTHERS LEGEND DICKEY BETTS TO LEAD ROCK STAR COUNSELORS AND LOCAL CAMPERS ON ‘WEEKEND WARRIOR’ ADVENTURES OCTOBER 22-24 at THE TROCADERO SAVE YOUR DAD A SPOT NOW!
Just back from an incredible overseas escapade in London, ROCK ‘N’ ROLL FANTASY CAMP is looking ahead to touching down in PHILADELPHIA this fall and making Dad’s rock and roll fantasies come to life with a special Father’s Day offer. ROCK ‘N’ ROLL FANTASY CAMP has never been more accessible to aspiring musicians, thanks to the new, Recession-busting “Weekend Warrior” packages being offered exclusively this fall in just four U.S. cities, including PHILADELPHIA. For that once-in-a-lifetime Father’s Day gifts, a deposit of just $299 will save your Dad a limited spot to join lead counselor, guitarist Dickey Betts (co-founder of the Allman Brothers Band), along with camp counselors Mark Farner (Grand Funk Railroad), Mark Hudson (Aerosmith), Kip Winger (Winger), Rudy Sarzo (Quiet Riot, Ozzy) and Sandy Gennaro (Joan Jett) and many others during the three-day ROCK ‘N’ ROLL FANTASY CAMP in PHILADELPHIA, coming OCTOBER 22-24 to THE TROCADERO, 1003 Arch St., Phila., PA. Previously only available as weeklong excursions in Los Angeles and New York, the Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp (RRFC) “Weekend Warrior” packages make it so much easier for any Dad to live the rock and roll dream. By bringing ROCK ‘N’ ROLL FANTASY CAMP to PHILADELPHIA over a long weekend, Dad can still leave work behind without leaving town — for a fraction of the cost! “Weekend Warrior” packages are an irresistible combination that affords Dads the opportunity to embark on a widely acclaimed adventure, as TV viewers around the world will see this fall when VH1 Classic’s weekly hour-long docu-series follows 15 campers through the transformative process of becoming “rock stars.” ROCK ‘N’ ROLL FANTASY CAMP takes attendees through grueling and joyful days like those of their favorite musicians. Each day a new thrilling challenge exists for the “rock campers” from the audition process, to forming bands, writing and recording music and finally culminating in a “battle of the bands” concert at a legendary venue. “These ‘weekend warrior’ passes will open up the unique Fantasy Camp weekend experience to a new audience,” says CAMP founder David Fishof. “By offering this opportunity close to home, the campers will be able to perform the final night concert surrounded by friends and family.” In January, ROCK ‘N’ ROLL FANTASY CAMP will travel to the Bahamas for a destination Camp at the world famous Atlantis resort with Roger Daltrey of the Who and Lita Ford of the Runaways. Last month, ROCK ‘N’ ROLL FANTASY CAMP was in London giving campers the rare opportunity to rehearse and record at the legendary Abbey Road Studios before taking the stage at the world’s most famous rock club, THE CAVERN in Liverpool, where the Beatles first made their name. The bands wrote and recorded some fantastic songs at Abbey Road, which will be available for download soon at rockcamp.com. Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp (RRFC) “Weekend Warrior” packages start at $1999 for a once-in-a-lifetime weekend-long experience. For more information, please visit: www.rockcamp.com. About Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp Since 1997, Rock ’n’ Roll Fantasy Camp has been giving individuals–regardless of their musical ability–a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to live like a rock star and jam with their idols. The sessions begin with an opening night party and include intensive rehearsals with rock star counselors and jams, master classes and Q&A’s with rock legends, recording an original song at historic studios and conclude with a sold-out, closing night performance at a legendary club. It’s a dream come true for any music fan. Rock ‘n’ Roll Fantasy Camp takes place annually in London at Abbey Road Studios and Los Angeles. Other camp locations have included New York and Las Vegas. For information, please call 888.762.2263 x2 or visit www.rockcamp.com.
Last Thursday Stewart Bradley, MLB for The Philadelphia Eagles, hosted Korto Momolu, Project Runway contestant, fashion show on June 10 at Union Trust Steakhouse. This incredible runway show also featured models from America’s Next Top Model!
Proceeds from the event will benefit the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation. To read more about this cause please visit http://ww5.komen.org/which G-N Kang is participating in. Here is G-N, Stewart Bradley and Michelle Miller www.thenouveauimage.com
assisting Stewart with the raffle ticket items.
Let the fashion show begin as Arnold Milfort paces the models
A packed house at Union Trust
Renee Reese and Philadelphia Eagles
Brent Celek
Jamie Reibenbach, Dustin Kaplan and Marilyn Kellmer
Amber G, Stacey Kracher, Anne Nikolaus and Nicole Wiley
Korto Momolu, Project Runway contestant with
Fierce, awesome, the next generation of fashion designers. I wish you could see these jackets better, oh wait you can, directions at the bottom of the entry. Here’s Nyce & Homm with Bizzy in between. http://www.jeantrixclothingco.blogspot.com/
You can buy these photos without watermarks at my online photo album. All you do is put the cursor on the picture, click purchase a download and choose the size. or buy a print.
Alex’s Lemonade Stand at Madame Tussauds Hollywood that was taken this Saturday, June 12, 2010. Super model Cindy Crawford stopped by to sell lemonade along with her children, as well as Modern Family’s Nolan Gould. They were raising funds for the battle against childhood cancer.
Nolan Gould, Cindy Crawford, Presley Walker Gerber and Kaya Jordan Gerber in front of the Alex’s Lemonade Stand at Madame Tussauds Hollywood. Not sure if she visited herself inside.Courtesy of Madame Tussauds Hollywood.
Eat, Drink and Be Merry with Superstar Chefs Tuesday 6/15/10 at The Great Chefs Event
Sample the delectable delights of more than thirty of the world’s most dazzling chefs at the 5th Annual Great Chefs Event (5PM to 9PM), hosted by the Vetri Foundation for Children to benefit Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation. This year’s evening will include standout chefs from TV’s Top Chef and Iron Chef America shows, as well as culinary stars from A-list restaurants around the planet.
Sample the delectable delights of more than thirty of the world’s most dazzling chefs at the 5th Annual Great Chefs Event (5PM to 9PM), hosted by the Vetri Foundation for Children to benefit Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation. This year’s evening will include standout chefs from TV’s Top Chef and Iron Chef America shows, as well as culinary stars from A-list restaurants around the planet.
- General Tickets $250
- VIP Tickets $400
(Includes: Personal meet & greet with participating chefs, 5:00PM early admission, Admission to VIP/sponsor Lounge, open bar and on-site parking!)
Tickets can be purchased online via The Vetri Foundation’s website or by calling 215-732-3478!
SORRY THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED, but it would have been great.
So you wanna meet Tiger Woods and his celebrity friends:
The 2010 AT&T National Golf Tournament Soiree Join us with the Philadelphia Region’s Elite, visiting, as well as local golf enthusiasts, as we celebrate the 2010 AT&T National Golf Tournament, which benefits the Tiger Woods Foundation. This marks the return of professional golf to the Philadelphia area while raising funds for these 2 chosen local charities; the Boys and Girls Clubs of Philadelphia and the Jon Bon Jovi Soul Foundation, while paying tribute to the Armed Forces as a part of the Independence Day Celebration.Our sponsorships have picked up and our celebrity guest list is expanding. So far we have confirmed:
Mayor Nutter
City of Philadelphia Council Staff
Pennsylvania Senate Representatives
LeSean McKoy, Philadelphia Eagles
Brent Celek, Philadelphia Eagles
DeSean Jackson, Philadelphia Eagles
Donovan McNabb, Washington Redskins
Bill Cosby, Comedian, Actor
Cheryl Lee Ralph, Actress
Will Smith, Rapper, Actor
Maxwell, R&B Singer
Stephanie Mills, R&B Singer
Patti LaBelle, R&B Singer
Kindrid the Family Soul, R&B Group
Musiq, R&B Singer
Gamble and Huff, Legendary Music Producer Team
Anthony Hardy Williams, Celebrity Stylist
Your contribution will make a great difference for the Boys and Girls Club of Philadelphia.
Please join us in celebrating the 4th and enjoying a great time with a good crowd. I am offering a discount on the Soiree Only tickets until July 1, 2010. Go to wwwtigerwoods.eventbrite.com and use Discount Code: Greta. Your tickets (2) will only cost $300 instead of $500. You have to register due to tight security for the high profile guests. Come and enjoy yourself at this once in a life time affair!
We are inviting you to be a part of this memorable visit by purchasing a ticket to the Soiree or by purchasing one of these two Sponsorship packages. The Golf Fan Package:
- 2 VIP Passes for the 2010 AT&T National Tournament on July 4th ONLY, which includes everything described above.
- 2 Tickets to the Soiree on Sunday, July 4, 2010 at 6 pm at Bala Golf Club.
Other packages offered: click link below:
Celebrating the 2010 AT&T National Golf Tournament with Tiger Woods
Last weekend saw an annual reunion and dinner for Diner de l’Amitie; Annual Celebration of the French Culinary Arts held on Sunday, June 6th at Table 31 and prepared by Chef Perrier. About 55 French chefs and guests gathered to recognize member contributions to the French culinary arts as well as honor President Dupont who will be arriving from France as well as two other delegations from Canada and Mexico and the Ambassador of France, his excellency Pierre Vimont
Master Chefs of France scheduled to attend are Georges Perrier of Le Bec-Fin and Olivier Desaintmartin of Caribou Cafe & Zinc from Philadelphia, Michel Richard of Citronelle in Washington, DC; Pierre Chambrin of the Saint Louis Club in Missouri and others. On their way to the TD Bike Race Mayor Nutter and Gov. Rendell stopped by to greet the visiting guests.
(Conrad Erb – Conrad Erb Photography)
Later in the evening a few of the chefs headed over to Parc with the lovely French Hacina Saadi (from Arras in the Pas de Calais region north of France) to enjoy the warm spring night of people watching and conversation. Perfect end of the day a French Bistro for cocktails. Thanks to Hacina for this picture, and I wish her well for the summer as she left to spend it in beautiful Aspen, Co.
(Thanks to Patti Klein, Restaurant Group who tried to hire me for this event, but I was busy. [Advertorial])
On June 3, over 200 people celebrated the launch of Samsung’s the celebrated LED C9000 series at World Wide Stereo in Montgomeryville.
World Wide Stereo is the only consumer electronics retailer in the Northeastern Pennsylvania region that will be offering its customers exclusive access to this award winning technology.
One lucky winner walked away with a brand new 3d TV (valued at $6,000!)
Electronics enthusiasts the opportunity to get up close and personal with Samsung’s LED C9000 series, which has been hailed as the most impressive HDTV to date. A portion of all sales proceeds from event benefit the Ronald McDonald House, which provides a home away from home for families of seriously ill children receiving treatment at nearby hospitals.
Complementary cocktails, light bites & sweet endings provided by ABSOLUT Vodka, Antione Armani Chocolates, and Jamie Hollander Catering.
Michele Seidman, Jamie Joffe, Noah Stein
Guys looking at some gadgets
Karen Cole, Winner of 3D TV who’s name escaped them (lucky guy), Bob Cole
(Thanks to Jamie Joffe, J2 Communications who tried to hire me for this event, even offering to send me a car, but I was busy. [Advertorial])
I just checked today’s paper and it wasn’t in it. I have no control on what gets published in his column, but I can’t let this one go without seeing the light of day. I will also put in the original entry from last Monday.
Chris Mullin’s of McGillin’s Pub celebrating their 150th Anniversary. His parents, Chris & Mary Ellen Mullins, second generation owners of McGillin’s Olde Ale House, & their son, Chris, Jr., third generation to run the tavern. Their father/grandfather purchased it from Ma & Pa McGillin, who raised their 13 children upstairs.
The drivers name is Hans Jager. Let’s just guess the name of the dog is spot.