 The Boca Raton Historical Society presents Boca Bacchanal, its fourth annual winefest and auction to benefit the Heritage Education programs of the Boca Raton Historical Society. The festival will center on an exceptional auction orchestrated by the famed auction house, Christie’s, and presented with a dynamic and interactive format. The two-day affair will feature fine wine gatherings, an evening of 8 superb vintner dinners, each prepared by a celebrated chef and prized vintner, set in stellar private residences in Boca Raton and an alfresco tasting lunch and Grand Tasting at the Centre for the Arts at Mizner Park. This event will culminate with a reception dinner and auction at the renowned Boca Raton Resort & Club. Patrons of the auction will vie for a host of rare wines and lifestyle lots while being feted by some of the country's most accomplished chefs.
Sites: : Private Boca Raton residences; The Boca Raton Resort & Club; the Centre for the Arts at Mizner Park and Old Town Hall, Boca Raton Historical Society and event headquarters.
2006 Beneficiaries: The proceeds of Boca Bacchanal 2006 will benefit the Heritage Education Programs of the Boca Raton Historical Society. These innovative, diverse and rapidly growing programs are widely utilized and appreciated throughout area schools, civic and cultural organizations, and interested individuals.
Events:
Friday, March 10, 2006
Vintner Dinners: Celebrated chefs will pair with internationally acclaimed vintners to create memorable dining experiences in historic settings and private residences.
Saturday, March 11, 2006
11:30 to 3:00 PM
The Grand Tasting Revelry on the Green - An extraordinary Tasting & “by the bite” Lunch at the Centre for the Arts at Mizner Park. Stroll, taste and enjoy delicious food by top local restaurants and an exceptional presentation of scores o f featured wines. Wine seminars will also be a highlight of the event.
6:00 PM Reception & Dinner – 7:30 PM Auction
Reception and Dinner Menu
The Bacchanal & Auction at the Boca Raton Resort & Club
The Grand Finale Auction and Culinary Tasting Dinner will be a fantasy of sensational food, great wine, a silent auction and an exciting live auction, with wine and lifestyle lots, orchestrated by Christie’s.
Information: Boca Raton Historical Society 561.395.6766 X 101
Event Website: www.bocabacchanal.com
Media Contact: Carla Marsh - 561.368.4421 (cmarshpr@earthlink.net)
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