March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction Sept. 27 in L.A.

March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction
More than 300 guests enjoy an evening of world-class cuisine and bid on exclusive culinary auction items. Greater Los Angeles’ most prominent chefs and wineries will join this unique event and contribute their signature dishes as well as a once-in-a-lifetime auction package to raise money for the vital work of the March of Dimes.

WHEN: Monday, September 27, 2010

WHERE: SLS Hotel Beverly Hills, 465 S. La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, 90048
5:30 pm – 9:00 pm

COST: Tickets are $250 each and tables begin at $5,000 for a table of 10.
Sponsorship levels also available

CONTACT: For tickets and information, 213-637-5041 or www.marchofdimes.com/ca.

Event Honorary: Chair: Sophia Gayot www.gayot.com

Lead Chefs: Anthony Zappola, Chef de Cuisine at Craft and Shannon Swindle, Pastry Chef at Craft

2010 Featured Chefs: Alex Becker, Executive Chef at Nobu West Hollywood –Jorge Chicas, Chef de Cuisine at The Bazaar by José Andrés - Walter Eckstein, Chef at Lawry’s The Prime Rib, Beverly Hills – Steven Fretz, Executive Chef at XIV by Michael Mina – Sasha Lyon, Executive Chef at Delphine Eatery & Bar – Alex Moreno, Executive Chef at Casa - Alex Reznik, Executive Chef at Ivan Kane’s Café Wa s - Michael Stern, Executive Chef at Michael’s Restaurant Santa Monica

2010 Featured Wineries: Frank Family Vineyards - Grgich Hills Estates – Joseph Phelps Vineyards - JUSTIN Vineyards and Winery - Patz and Hall - Roxo Port Cellars – Silver Oak Cellars - Trefethen Family Vineyards

The March of Dimes is the leading nonprofit organization for pregnancy and baby health. With chapters nationwide and its premier event, March for Babies®, the March of Dimes works to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality. For the latest resources and information, visit marchofdimes.com or nacersano.org.