VIP "Dinner Under-The-Stars"
Friday, November 11th - 11.11.11
7 PM - 10 PM
Our seven featured Chefs are very excited to meet all of you at A Culinary Affair!
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This year on Friday night we are introducing an exclusive VIP "Dinner Under-The-Stars". It’s about atmosphere. It’s about food. It’s about wine. And now, seven south Florida chefs are bringing their culinary talents to the table. Friday evening will include a four-course dinner prepared to please your palate as you are introduced to perfectly paired wines by the Festival Sommelier. VIP guests will choose the region of their choice for the evening; France, Asia Pacific, South America, Italy, America, Spain or Vegan Fare & Organic Wines in the India decorated themed region (*Vegan Fare is NOT Indian Cuisine). After your culinary experience, you’ll make your way through our farmers garden market, retail and business shopping bazaar, outdoor art gallery and silent auction. Afterwards you’ll head to the Reception area to enjoy Sweet Treats and After Dinner Drinks. Limited seating available to ensure an intimate experience. The VIP "Dinner Under-The-Stars" is filling up quickly so please purchase tickets today! |
The Festival Taps Lee Blakley as the Executive Chef
The Globe-trotting Female Chef will Oversee the Culinary Extravaganza
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The board of the Boca Raton Wine and Food festival announces that Lee Blakley will be the event's Executive Chef. The globe-trotting female chef / sommelier moved to South Florida last year from Arizona. Having experience as an owner / operator of a chic wine bistro in Cincinnati, Lee immediately immersed herself into the local culinary scene by starting her own personal chef business, CiboYVino.com. Demand for Lee's expertise soon had her traveling not only up and down the coast, but across the county as word-of-mouth spread to discriminating clientele about her flawless execution, attention-to-detail and personal charm. Lee's role as Executive chef of the 2nd Annual Boca Wine and Food Festival will be an exciting and demanding position as she will oversee more than 70 south Florida Chefs and set the culinary agenda for all of the festivities. The festival takes place 11.11.11 and 11.12.11 in downtown Boca Raton. |
Featuring Seven VIP "Dinner Under-The-Stars" Chefs
VEGAN FARE & ORGANIC WINES
(India themed region, Vegan fare is NOT Indian Cuisine)
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Chef John Stilley, a.k.a. Captain Snapper, has been thrilling South Florida’s seafood lovers for over three decades. John was proudly educated at the 'School of Hot Pots and Pans' and continues to delight diners with his creativity and attention to freshness and detail. John began his career at the Seafood Connection in Boca Raton. He left in 1994 to open his first restaurant, the wildly popular Snappers Seafood in Boynton Beach. At Snappers he perfected an award winning menu and wine list. In January of 2011, John opened his second venue, Wave 2700; combining quality seafood in a relaxed but sophisticated setting. Ride the Wave to Boca's Newest Seafood Restaurant.
Wine
Giol is the oldest documented winery in Italy, dating back to 1427. Their grapes are grown exclusively from their family's historic La Bicana, Il Bassonet and Spiridiona estates. Giol seeks to combine high quality winemaking with respect for the environment by farming their 25 hectares of vineyards with organic methods. They have been certified organic since 1987; two main reasons prompted them to switch to organic methods: concern for their consumer's health and out of respect for the environment. Please visit TheOrganicCellar.com for your own wine selection.
America
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Chef Paul is hailed as one of the most exciting young culinary adventurers in South Florida. Over the past ten years, Chef Paul’s thrilling cuisine – which blends the lively elegance of his island upbringing in Barbados with flavors from around the world – has made its home on the tables of award winning actors and musicians such as Denzel Washington, Lenny Kravitiz, Enrique Iglesias, Pink, Sean “Diddy” Combs, billionaire business people, socialites and many more.
Chef Paul is also a certified personal trainer and advocate of children’s health and healthy adult lifestyles. With his upcoming debut book, “Treat your woman right 101,” Chef Paul shows his sensitive side as he describes 101 ways men can respect and efficiently love their significant other. Chef Paul also holds an MBA degree from South Florida’s own Nova University.
Wine
Ken and Grace Evenstad founded Domaine Serene Vineyards and Winery in 1989 when they purchased 42 acres of just- logged land in the Dundee Hills of Oregon to plant, grow and produce ultra premium Pinot Noir. They have been involved in every aspect of growing, producing and marketing Domaine Serene wines. Now celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Domaine Serene, they own 462 acres of land in Yamhill County in the Willamette Valley of Oregon, 150 acres of the land planted to vine. In addition to Pinot Noir, which is about 95% of the wine produced, they also make a little Chardonnay and Syrah. Their wines have won many accolades and awards, including besting Domaine de la Romanee Conti in blind tastings, being called " The Chateau Lafite of Oregon" by Anthony Dias Blue, The Best Oregon Pinot Noir by the Wall St Journal, and outstanding ( top rating) Oregon producer by Robert Parker. Please visit us at Domaineserene.com
Spain
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In the past 20 years, Avi Sekerel was a Chef & Restaurant Owner of more than 11 restaurants, a consultant and a teacher trainer in the culinary field.
Now with his latest venue, of converting “Saquella Café” into “Prosecco Café” - Bistro & Tapas Bar, and the opening of his third location in Aventura, of this concept, Chef Avi chose to feature to you a Spanish Dinner as a taste of the new upcoming Tapas Menu.
Avi has started his career as a student in a unique international program combining the traditional approach of Swiss hospitality at César Ritz Private School in Switzerland with the savvy business approach of the Business School at the University of Central Florida in Orlando.
In addition to his extremely diversified culinary experience and knowledge, Chef Avi was also trained as a Wine Sommelier, a Chocolatier, a Gelato Maker, and in the field of Butchery.
In 2004 Chef Avi had his own culinary show on Israeli T.V. and at the same time, his Cookbook “Guiltless Gourmet” (yet to be translated to English) was published as well.
Chef Avi’s “Al Dente” style of cooking, where by applying extreme quick heat, the flavor of a fresh ingredient takes the center stage, has lately evolved and improved into a more contemporary style he calls: “Sustainable Fresh Infused Cuisine”, where by using locally grown ingredients in a Creative, Unrestricted Multicultural style of cooking, not only satisfies the balance of the ecosystem, but also satisfies the pallet.
Wine
At Wines for Humanity, our passion is educating people about the joys of fine wine. A Wines for Humanity tasting is more than a charity fundraiser or a friendly cocktail party- it is a fun, educational event that will provide participants with basic to advanced wine knowledge that can enrich their daily lives. Wine is more than a simple alcoholic beverage- it brings friends together, enlivens conversation, improves health and disposition, and enhances even the most basic meals. To find more details visit WinesForHumanity.com
South America
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Welcome to Irie Spice of Fort Lauderdale. Irie Spice provides a lifestyle of convenience for you by determining your dietary needs. Are you a Diabetic or in need of a low sodium diet? Are you starting a lifestyle change health program? Then Irie Spice is your firt step to a better, healthier you! Call Irie Spice today and let us design food menus that suit your lifestyle.
Wine
Asia Pacific
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Justo Arce started his culinary career in Miami, Florida. Inspired by his family he always dreamed of becoming a chef. He attended Le Cordon culinary school, in Miami. Later on, he interned at Sandals Resort in Jamaica where he attended all 11 restaurants in the famous resort. Justo has 10 years of experience in Peruvian Cuisine. He has worked in Gran Chimu, Señorio Peruano, and currently works at El Gran Inka of Brickell. Justo has been working for El Gran Inka approximately three years, where he started as a line-cook in the location of Inka Aventura. After his first year in the company he was then transfer to El Gran Inka Brickell and after all his hard work He now Works with Ivan at the Gran Inka Aventura. Justo has also contributed with some unique and exquisite dishes to the Gran Inka menu.
Wine
Why are we obsessed with Riesling? Riesling simply is the most versatile, complex and food-friendly of all the noble grapes. If you enjoy discovering new wines and inspiring your palate, then Riesling is your ideal wine. Riesling's crisp, vibrant characteristics are a fresh alternative to heavier, oak-laden white wines. No other varietal can be crafted to express so many different and wondrous characteristics — from bone dry with floral aromas to dessert sweet with spicy aromas. And Washington's Columbia Valley — home of Pacific Rim — provides the ideal soils and climate for growing Riesling. There's no end to Riesling's versatility. To find more details visit VinMotionWines.com
France - SOLD OUT
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Dirk has over 20 years experience working as a chef in a diverse range of kitchens around the world. He gained his apprenticeship in Belgium where he spent six years training in Classical French and Nouvelle Cuisine, and bakery. During his apprenticeship and for a further ten years, he worked in Belgium, in Michelin-star restaurants. Since the mid-nineties, Dirk worked as head chef on board private and charter yachts. During this time, Dirk cooked for a host of dignitaries and celebrities, including Bill Gates and Mikhail Gorbachev; and he also wrote a cookbook “Charting Culinary Courses”. Dirk now combines his European training with influences from travelling, to produce top quality, stylishly presented food each day in Eten’s kitchen.
Italy - SOLD OUT
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At Casa D'Angelo you will get tuscan entrees with Southern Italian accents under the direction of Chef Angelo Elia. Having been called "exceptional" by critics, Casa D'Angelo presents Italian cuisine in grand style. Chef-Owner Angelo Elia's Casa D'Angelo is a gem of a Tuscan-style restaurant. Using only the finest and freshest products available, Chef Angelo creates simple, nonetheless extraordinary, combinations of flavors and textures. Rated as not only one of the best Italian restaurants in the Florida, Casa D' Angelo has also been recognized as one of America's finest Italian restaurants
Wine
For over 30 years, Domaine Ste. Michelle has defined American sparkling wine with its distinctive Washington state style.
Traditional varietal grapes such as Chardonnay and Pinot Noir are selected to create sparkling wines the way they were meant to be created – in true, traditional méthode champenoise. Like France’s renowned Champagne district, the distinct terroir of our Columbia Valley vineyards slowly ripens grapes to an ideal balance of fruit character and crisp high acidity – perfect conditions to create our balanced sparkling wines.
Approachable style and flavor marks Domaine Ste. Michelle as a premium quality sparkling wine that offers a unique and exceptional value - a true celebration of style. To find more details visit Domaine-STE-Michelle.com
Sweet Endings Village inside the Reception Area
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Since 1988 Edward T. Kelly has been catering parties in Boca Raton providing elegant prepared hor d'oeuvres and full dinner menus to his clients from Palm Beach to Miami Beach. In 1991, the Mad Platter Catering Specialties Company added espresso/cappuccino service to the menu of services. The cart comes equipped with a commercial size cappuccino/espresso machine. Now you can add this service to any party! This service offers you an extraordinary cup of regular or decaf cappuccino or espresso. |
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In 2004 Andrea Left home to pursue a degree in Restaurant Management at The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale. While attending to school she worked at a few local bakeries as the Pastry Chef Assistant. Andrea decided to change her major to Baking and Pastry but at the time, the school didn’t offer the Baking and Pastry Degree. Andrea Graduated from Culinary Arts in 2005 and took off to Italy, where she spent 6 months learning Italian cooking. In2006 she went back to The Art Institute, and graduated as a Pastry Chef. Andrea is now the owner of Schakolad Chocolate Factory on Las Olas Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale, where she makes handmade chocolates, customizes the chocolate in many different shapes and specializes in making edible Logos. In hopes to brand her own chocolate in the future, Andrea Preti will continue with her chocolate career until she achieves her “Sweetest” goal. |
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A unique cake shop that specializes in Wedding Cakes, Birthday Cakes, Special Events, Fine Pastry, afternoon Tea Time, Late Night Desserts with nightly scheduled Jazz, Poetry Reading and more, check out our monthly calendar. A great place for social gatherings, night out on the town, a Birthday Party, Bridal Shower Luncheon or Baby Shower. Ask us how to book your next event at the Cake Garden & Tea |
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We provide exquisite desserts tailored to every customer's special party, occasion, or event. Specializing in white & dark chocolate, we also have a broad menu of many different treats sure to tempt your sweet tooth. Our mission is to bring joy, fun, intrigue, & complete satisfaction with the creativity of each dessert for every customer. Chocolate Luxury can bring the sweetness to any graduation, wedding, baby and/or bridal shower, bar mitzvah, private party, or special event. We also accept special requests if your favorite sweet or dessert is not listed on our menu. Call us today to book for your special occasion. |
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GODIVA Chocolatier Boca Town Center is gearing up for our 2010 Season. We just introduced our NEW Bakery Dessert Truffles - featuring Chocolate Lava Cake, Carrot Cake, Red Velvet and more. Now we KICK off the Season with our New Devilish Chocolates. Come Check out our Chocolate made of the FINEST ingredients. Stop in Join our Rewards Club and ENJOY some SWEET TREATS on us. |
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Serendipity Ice Cream is Florida's only source for the most unique, delicious frozen dessert that's "heating things up" in Florida. Mercer's Dairy, located in upstate New York, developed a way to blend their award winning ice cream with wine. |
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What's going on in the world of cakes? |
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The Ocean Ave. Green Market Cafe, located in an historic landmark building, is open from 11 AM to 10 PM Mon thru Sat for lunch and dinner. Brunch is served on Saturday and Sunday from 10 AM to 4 PM. The Cafe and our new addition Bakery and Deli serves as a co-operative market for several small businesses and features healthy food items made from the freshest ingredients. You may Grab and Go from our deli, purchase from our bakery and produce departments, eat-in or take-out our famous ribs & chicken, soups & salads, learn about nutrition at The Easy Garden Gourmet nutrition cooking classes & our 5 A Day Nutrition Ed classes for children, attend our Spa Wellness Day, or enjoy R & B LIVE music on Saturday evenings, attend our wine pairing or High Teas events. |
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An Entrepreneur with the name Marlene “Baker” it is no coincident that I have a great passion for baking. At a Cup a Cake, we not only specialize in Cupcakes, we do a wide variety of Cakes, Cupcakes, Cookies, Brownies and more. We handcraft our cupcakes from scratch. We use the finest and freshest ingredients in the market including sweet cream butter, Belgian chocolate and pure Madagascar Vanilla. A Cup a Cake uses a high percentage if not a hundred % natural and Organic products as much as possible. Please note we do make cakes for those with dietary concerns or alternate eating lifestyles such as gluten-free, Vegan, Kosher and Sugar free. We cater for all occasion” As our slogan says, “you set the Date, we bake the Cake” |
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