| Our Foodwise Summer Bash Online Auction Is LIVE and Open to All! Bidding Closes on Sunday, July 14, 7:40 pm 40+ Packages in All! Start Bidding Now |
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Tomales Bay Getaway
Escape to idyllic West Marin with a sweet getaway to Tomales Bay! Stay in a Vaulted King Room at The Lodge at Marconi. Situated in Tomales Bay, the Lodge showcases the natural beauty of the West Marin coastline, renowned for its outdoor pursuits, vineyards, creameries, and oyster farms. It is conveniently located an hour from San Francisco and just east of Point Reyes National Seashore. For dinner, enjoy delicious local seafood at Hog Island Oyster Co., are renowned for their flavor and quality, thanks to the pristine Tomales Bay waters and meticulous farming techniques.
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Artsy San Francisco Date Night
Fall in love with San Francisco all over again. After checking in at the Proper Hotel, begin your evening with a delightful dinner at acclaimed chef Kim Alter’s exciting new pop-up dining space, NightJar, in Hayes Valley. Then, relish an evening performance of your choice by the San Francisco Opera for their 2024-2025 season, such as Puccini’s La Bohème, Georges Bizet’s Carmen, Richard Wagner’s Tristan and Isolde, or Poul Ruders and Paul Bentley’s operatic adaptation of Margeret Atwood’s beloved novel “The Handmaid’s Tale.” Conclude your night with a luxurious stay at the Proper Hotel in San Francisco’s vibrant Mid-Market district.
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Dandelion Chocolate Truffle-Making Class for Four
Indulge in a delectable journey with a decadent truffle-making class at Dandelion Chocolate, San Francisco’s renowned bean-to-bar chocolatier. Dandelion Chocolate is dedicated to small-batch, handcrafted chocolate, emphasizing quality and sustainability. Their chocolate is made using only two ingredients: ethically sourced cocoa beans and organic cane sugar, ensuring a pure and exquisite flavor profile. This fun, interactive class is perfect for enjoying with family or friends. You'll discover the secrets of blending creamy ganache using Dandelion’s premium chocolate and master the technique of hand-rolling your ganache into exquisite truffles.
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Two Tickets to Mezcalistas’ Mexico in a Bottle Event
Embark on a journey through Mexico’s beverage scene as you savor Mezcalistas’ best mezcal and Mexican spirits. What began as an event to celebrate the story of mezcal, Mexico in a Bottle has evolved to showcase Mexico’s growing craft beverage scene. Making its San Francisco stop on November 10, 2024, you’ll enjoy a variety of tequilas and mezcals or venture beyond agave-based spirits and discover delicious Mexican whiskeys, liqueurs, wines, and beers. The story of mezcal and these other spirits isn’t just about alcohol: each flavorful bottle is a living link to a vibrant culture’s history, food, art, and music—life and death, all in a bottle. Spend an afternoon celebrating the great spirits of Mexico, right here in San Francisco!
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Shuggie’s Cooking Class for Two
Delve into the culinary delights of Shuggie's Trash Pie and Natural Wine Bar with a cooking class that promises both creativity and sustainability. Recently named one of Bon Appétit magazine's 2023 Best New Restaurants, Shuggie's is renowned for its innovative approach to food and its commitment to sustainability. “We’re making seasonal pizzas and sexy share plates, all highlighting upcycled ingredients and sustainable proteins. Come for the natural wines, stay for the maximalist funhouse vibes!” Join this fun hands-on class to learn from their expert chefs who specialize in creating delicious dishes from locally sourced, seasonal ingredients.
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Cline Family Cellars Vineyard & Winery Tour
Embark on an exclusive behind-the-scenes adventure at Cline Family Cellars in beautiful Sonoma, California. You’ll begin with a late-morning tour of the winery and estate vineyards, guided by esteemed winemaker Tom Gendall. You’ll be among the first to taste 2024 vintages, and Tom will show you all that goes into the farming and blending behind Cline’s award-winning wines. Following the tour, winery owner Hilary Cline will host you for lunch from Sonoma staple, Girl & the Fig, and an exclusive tasting of Cline Cellars's most famed library vintages all while taking in sweeping vistas of Carneros.
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Apple Aficionado Day Trip to Sonoma County
At Gold Ridge Organic Farms in scenic Sonoma County, you and three guests will enjoy a unique tasting adventure in a Tuscan-inspired courtyard under ancient olive trees. This ultimate heirloom apple tasting experience includes a guided orchard walk, tasting freshly harvested heirloom apples with local artisan cheese. In addition to fresh apples, you will be tasting apple cider vinegar, apple cider syrup, and freshly pressed apple juice. Take home a Gold Ridge-branded canvas apple picker messenger bag filled with beautiful heirloom apples, Apple Cider Balsamic Vinegar, and Apple Cider Vinegar.
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There’s much more online! There are 40 packages in total, including more from the Ferry Building, Tsar Nicoulai, Prubechu, Aedan Fermented, and The Giants, just to name a few. Click here to see ALL 40+ auction items and bid »
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