Introduction to Ann Storck Center’s Foodie Fundraiser
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Event Details
WHAT: Tastings from renowned around-the-way restaurants are the dining draw during the Ann Storck Center’s 29th Annual Celebrity Chefs event on Friday, May 2.
Guests can sip and savor cocktails and canapés from — as of now — 20 restaurants, breweries, bakeries and other food purveyors. There also will be entertainment as well as silent and live auctions.
“There’s nowhere else to try all these restaurants in one place,” said Patricia Murphy, CEO of Ann Storck Center. “The event will be one-of-kind with interactive entertainment, auction items for the whole family, some fun surprises throughout the evening and bites for any foodie’s desire.”
Event Schedule and Location
WHEN: 6-10 p.m. Friday, May 2
WHERE: Grand Ballroom at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood
COST: $150 a person
INFORMATION: annstorckcenter.org
Participating Restaurants
THE RESTAURANTS:
At press time, participating restaurants and food purveyors include:
- Abiaka Wood Fire Grill at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood
- Anthony’s Clam House and Grill
- The Art of Graze
- Burlock Coast Seafare & Spirits at The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale
- Bob Roth’s New River Groves
- Bravo Peruvian Kitchen
- Casa Calabria
- DiSalvo’s Pizza & Italian Restaurant
- The Food Republic
- Funky Buddha
- Garden Diva Hummus
- Georgia Pig Barbecue
- Howard’s Market
- Livia Bar & Grill
- Mimi’s Ravioli
- Tarpon River
- Tasteful Thoughts Chocolates
- Twisted Roots Kava Brewery
- Tulio’s Tacos and Tequila Bar
- Open bars by Republic National Distributing Co.
Entertainment and Extra Tidbits
EXTRA TIDBIT: The evening’s live entertainment will feature the Ann Storck Center heARTS Music Therapy Department, as well as:
- Florida Panthers Arena host and standup comedian Aaron “The Speaker” Shapiro with Rock with U Entertainment as the emcee
- Kayko, an “American Idol” finalist
- John Watson, a “roaming Rat Pack” singer
Dream Focus Photography
Participating chefs at last year’s Celebrity Chefs fundraiser for the Ann Storck Center. (Dream Focus Photography/Courtesy)
Dream Focus Photography
The menu from Abiaka at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood at the 2024 staging of the Annual Celebrity Chefs event. (Dream Focus Photography/Courtesy)
Conclusion
The Ann Storck Center’s 29th Annual Celebrity Chefs event promises to be an exciting and delicious experience, with a wide range of restaurants and food purveyors participating. The event will not only satisfy your taste buds but also support a great cause, benefiting children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
FAQs
Q: What is the Ann Storck Center’s 29th Annual Celebrity Chefs event?
A: The event is a foodie fundraiser featuring tastings from renowned restaurants, breweries, bakeries, and other food purveyors, along with entertainment and auctions.
Q: When and where is the event taking place?
A: The event will take place on Friday, May 2, from 6-10 p.m. at the Grand Ballroom at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood.
Q: How much does it cost to attend the event?
A: The cost to attend the event is $150 per person.
Q: What is the purpose of the event?
A: The event benefits the Ann Storck Center, a Broward County-based nonprofit that helps children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Originally Published: April 1, 2025 at 3:55 PM EDT
