The L.A. Gay & Lesbian Center’s “Simply diVine: A Summer SoireÌ e for the Senses†on Saturday, August 27, 2011 is a decadent outdoor evening of fine wine and even finer people at Two Rodeo, where guests will sip, sample and savor beneath a blanket of stars.
“This year, we’re raising a glass to the Center’s 40th anniversary—and to a beautiful evening with friends beneath the stars,†says event co-chair and Center board member David Bailey. “Sampling fine wine and delicious food at a gorgeous outdoor venue is the perfect way to spend a warm summer evening in L.A.â€
Bailey and Wendy Melford serve as co-chairs alongside Susan Feniger, the celebrity chef whose many television appearances include a turn on Top Chef Masters. Feniger is the owner of participating restaurants STREET and Border Grill; she is also a Center board member.
“Food brings people together, and great food brings people together in a powerful way,†Feniger says. “I adore the fact that so many incredible restaurants come together for Simply diVine, which offers the community the chance to sample such wonderfully diverse cuisines and wines.â€
Participating restaurants include: STREET and Border Grill, Jar, The Gorbals, AOC, Lucques, Tavern and Fabiolus CafeÌ .
An exclusive VIP Tasting at Galerie Michael, 224 N. Rodeo Drive, offers guests a chance to sample fine wines at an exclusive reception prior to the main event.
Simply diVine includes a silent and live auction featuring travel and restaurant packages, fine wines and more. All proceeds from Simply diVine benefit Center programs and services.
Wells Fargo is the Presenting Sponsor. Yelp is the Platinum Sponsor. Silver Sponsors are US Bank, Keller Williams, Strange Wines and Susan Feniger’s STREET and Border Grill.
For more information — or to purchase tickets [$150 general admission, VIP Wine Tasting tickets $500]: www.simplydivinela.org or call 323-993-7681
