EVENT DETAILS
Join us for our annual gathering of the area’s finest culinary talent in support of the March of Dimes. Upon arrival, you will enjoy the chance to sample our chefs’ creations for a 90-minute tasting experience before taking your seat for the Live Auction and Fund the Mission. Enjoy dessert while you bid on our unique packages, raising your paddle and giving generously to help babies.
View photos from the event here!
SUPPORT THE MISSION
Every year, 15 million babies are born prematurely worldwide, and 1 million will die before their first birthday. Your gift helps the March of Dimes fund research, education, advocacy and programs that help more moms have full-term pregnancies and healthy babies.
We are honored to have Ben and Jennifer Payseur serve as our Signature Chefs Auction Fund the Mission Chairs and Ambassador Family. Ben and Jennifer’s triplets Eli, Wade and Lizzy were born 28 weeks prematurely and spent a total of 60 days in the NICU at Catawba Valley Medical Center. CLICK HERE to read their journey.
EVENT LEADERSHIP
Thanks to the leadership of our volunteer chairs and committee members, we are honored to present this Signature Chefs event. After months of hard work, these volunteers have taken the event to new heights. The March of Dimes and the families we support are grateful for the generosity and effort of the team that made this evening possible.
Event Chair:
Johann Louchez
Fund the Mission Chairs:
Ben and Jennifer Payseur
BECOME A SPONSOR
Through partnerships with companies, organizations and individuals, the March of Dimes is able to create unique moments for your clients, vendors and leadership teams. They participate in an exclusive dining event while supporting a critical cause. Sponsorship opportunities are available at a variety of levels for our Signature Chefs events, providing you with brand recognition, civic engagement and an exclusive client entertainment opportunity within the event. We look forward to working with you to discuss your partnership with the March of Dimes. For more information, please contact Rebecca Moser (704) 325-4041.
To purchase sponsorships or tickets, CLICK HERE.
Judy Early
Teresa Blalock
Seventeen Twelve Distillery
Spirit Sponsor
Olde Hickory Brewery
Beer Sponsor
LOT #1
Personalized Wine Pairing Dinner at FOURK
joy a custom four-course dinner for up to eight guests in the private dining room at FOURK. You will meet personally with the owners, Sean and Erica Boustead, and Chef Joyce Boston, recently voted "Best Chef in Hickory" to plan your special evening. Sean and Erica will pair select wines to accompany each delectable course that Joyce creates for you. Attention to detail, superior service, and a focus on culinary delights will create an unforgettable experience for you and your guests.
LOT #2
Adventure to The Bluegrass State
- Two-night weekend stay at Griffin Gate Marriot Resort and Spa
- Includes breakfast for two
- Your choice of Golf or Massage for two
- Reserved Grandstand seating at Keeneland Race Track
- Two Passes to the Kentucky Horse Park
- Genuine bridle from 2000 Kentucky Derby winner, Fusaichi Pegasus
- Lunch for two at the Historic Boone Tavern
- Admission to Lexington Tour of Homes
- Distiller for a Day at Hartfield & Co. Distillery
- Bourbon Flight for two at Jake’s Cigar Bar
LOT #3
Low Country Boil Party at your home!
Enjoy a Low Country Boil with you and 9 of your friends. Menu will include Crab Legs, Shrimp, Oysters, Andouille Sausage, Corn and Red Potatoes. Work with owner, Zackary Cranford, to finish off your event with your choice of bottled beer and wine.
Don’t let the idea of clean up get you down. EverGreen Cleaning Solutions will be glad to come to your home and take care of the mess after!
LOT #4
Break the rules of dining in the private Chef’s Table Room and Patio!
Give yourself and 5 of your friends a truly unique experience at the new Café Rule and Wine Bar. Enjoy a lavish 5 course meal in the new Chef’s Table Room where you have direct interaction with the Chefs via a live stream of the kitchen in action. The evening includes access to the private Chef’s
Patio, complete with a private bar, fireplace, and elegant furnishings.
This one of a kind setting is guaranteed to created to a dinner party to
remember!
LOT #5
Live like a high roller at Harrah’s!
Arrive in the Great Smokey Mountains and you’ll be enchanted by the views as you walk among the wildflowers and waterfalls. Your getaway begins with a two night stay for up to two people at the casino, complete with a $300 spa credit. Once you are fully relaxed, head over to Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse for dinner for two people. Start the next morning off right with breakfast for two at the Selu Café. Don’t forget to make time to visit
Sequoyah National Golf Club where you will have a round of golf for two!
LOT #6
Are we there yet?!
This private jet is the doorway to making your dream a reality.
Your adventure begins in the iconic Cirrus SR22; the world’s first choice of general aviation aircraft. For ten years and counting, the SR22 series has been the best-selling aircraft in its class.
Enjoy a roundtrip flight to and from any destination within a three hour flight time of Charlotte. There are no restrictions on the duration of your trip.
Visit our nations capital for the weekend or spend the week on the beach in St. Augustine… the possibilities are endless!
LOT #7
Southern Living at it’s Finest
- Seven nights in a private home inside Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort on
Hilton Head Island in SC (May 6-13, 2017)
- 5 bedroom / 4 Baths—Sleeps 12
- Golf for Four on Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort Championship Golf Course
- Eight Beach Cruiser Rentals from Hilton Head Outfitters for the entire week
View our updated event acknowledgements and waivers here.