March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction Information

There’s a lot going on in October. So much so that I can’t possibly keep up!

One event that I’m hearing a lot of press about is a Signature Chefs Auction put together by the March of Dimes. It’s at Vapor in Saratoga on October 23 at 6PM; a number of great restaurants have signed on. Another cool thing about the event is the Iron Chef Chopped style competition that’ll pit six area chefs head to head with a mystery basket (I do not know who the judges for this are, but I can tell you not me.). It’s actually a recurring event put on by the March of Dimes NY chapter, and it’s their 11th year doing it.

I really want to go, but that’s a packed week. I thought I’d pass the info along in case any of you would be interested.

Full press release:

On October 23 at Vapor Night Club, top chefs will offer Capital Region diners an opportunity to enjoy a great night out while raising funds, making friends and increasing awareness of the March of Dimes mission to improve the health of babies. In addition to sampling signature dishes for the areas top restaurants, guests will be able to bid on many unique auction items graciously donated by Capital Region businesses. Six chefs will compete LIVE in an Iron Chef, mystery basket style competition on the main stage! Tickets are $65 available through: www.marchofdimes.com/newyork or call 518-453-0474.

Iron Chef Competitors:

Richard Brosseau- Alegria Garden Café
Rob Cone- The Turf Club
Mark Graham- Max London’s
Ryan Huneau- Mallozzi Family Restaurants
Ric Orlando- New World Bistro Bar
Brian Sterner – Putnam’s at Gideon Putnam

Participating Restaurants:

Hilton Garden Inn Albany
Hilton Garden Inn Troy
Fortunes’ at Saratoga Casino and Raceway
Melville’s Mug
Sweet Temptations
Max London’s Restaurant
New World Bistro Bar
The Hungry Fish Café
Divinitea
Portofino’s Italian Ristorante
Valente’s Restaurant
The Wine Bar of Saratoga
Scrimshaw at The Desmond
Barcelona
The “New” Salty’s Pub & Bistro

About March of Dimes:

Premature birth is the most serious infant health problem in the United States today. It affects more than half a million babies nationwide each year. Babies born too soon are more likely to die or have lifelong disabilities. The March of Dimes is committed to
reversing this trend by funding research to find  the causes of premature birth and developing strategies to prevent it. Guests will hear first-hand the impact the March of Dimes has had on the lives of the Crowley family in our community.

What: March of Dimes Signature Chef Auction
When: Tuesday October 23rd, 2012 at 6pm
Where: Vapor Night Club, Saratoga Casino & Raceway