2006 CHAMPAGNE GALA

Join us in celebrating the American Institute of Wine and Food’s 25th Anniversary with the New York Chapter’s prestigious CHAMPAGNE GALA at the New York Helmsley Hotel on Monday, June 5, 2006. 

The proceeds from the Champagne Gala funds 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 NY Chapter’s three endowed scholarships, the Scholars Internship Program and our other year-round educational programs.

The Champagne Gala is an elegant black-tie evening that features five of New York's most acclaimed chefs paired with spectacular tête de cuvée champagnes from some of France's finest producers and other fine wines.  Chefs this year include 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.

This year to mark the AIWF’s 25th anniversary and in remembrance of AIWF co-founder Julia Child, we have named Sara Moulton, Executive Chef of Gourmet Magazine, as our Honorary Chair.  Auctioneer and master of ceremonies Michael Green, Michael Green Wines & 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.