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David Dadekian has been called "RI's unofficial Food Laureate" by Philip Eli of the Providence Phoenix. He is the "mastermind of the food news website and event organizing operation- Eat Drink RI, who seems to know every chef, restaurant, farm stand & manufactured food product within state lines." Dadekian created Eat Drink RI (EDRI) in 2010, and over the past 4 years, eatdrinkri.com has grown to be one of the top media, marketing and event production companies in the region for all things culinary. In addition to the annual 4-day Eat Drink RI Festival, EDRI produces a variety of dinner series, offers the widest free event calendar and job listings, covers local news about chefs, restaurants and products, and works with a variety of non-profit organizations that support the local food sector. EDRI also produces several markets around the state, including 2 weekly seasonal farmers markets in Smithfield and the annual PVD Winter Lights Market in Kennedy Plaza with the City of Providence.
David is proud to serve as our 2019 Rhode Island Signature Chefs Auction Chair, leading the charge to help ensure a successful, enjoyable and memorable event experience for all, in support of March of Dimes & the fight for healthy moms and babies.

Erin and Todd Yarbough had a long and arduous journey into parenthood. They experienced 8 miscarriages before finally becoming Mom and Dad to Elijah, born 8 weeks early in July of 2012 at just 2 lbs, 11 oz; and Xavier, born 4 weeks early in August of the following year at 5 lbs. Due to an incredibly rare placental condition called Maternal Floor Infarction, Erin learned that her chances of having a healthy baby were less than .01%. Both boys suffered many life-threatening complications immediately after their birth, and received excellent care during their stay in the Women & Infants Hospital NICU. Without the advances in neo-natal research funded by March of Dimes, the boys might not be here today.

The Yarboughs' are honored to serve as our 2019 Rhode Island Signature Chefs Auction Ambassador Family and they look forward to sharing their story with our guests at the event in September.

March of Dimes fights for the health of all moms and babies. We're advocating for policies to protect them. We're working to radically improve the health care they receive. We're pioneering research to find solutions. We're empowering families with the knowledge and tools to have healthier pregnancies. By uniting communities, we're building a brighter future for us all.

Chef Edward Bolus' passion for food & cooking developed at an early age. Born and raised in PA, one of his most vivid childhood memories was awakening to the aromas of his mother's & grandmother's home-cooked meals. He lends his inspiration to these women and regards them as his culinary mentors. After graduating from Johnson & Wales University, his culinary career began at Mill's Tavern in 2006 where he was a sous chef, mentored by some of Providence's top four-star chefs. Bolus has played an integral role in sustaining the reputation that Mill's has today. Now as Executive Chef, he continues the tradition & upholds their standards in fine dining, taking pride in carefully crafting their exquisite seasonal fare, ensuring each dish is flawlessly executed.

Meet Chef Bolus and enjoy a selection of samples from Mill's impressive menu at the event! Check back soon for more participating establishments who look forward to sharing their culinary talents with you.