Taste of the Nation NYC

Having problems seeing this message? View in your browser Share this message with a friend The Nation's Premier Culinary Benefit Since 1988, Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation® has brought together the most creative culinary minds across the nation. Each year, pioneers of modern American cuisine, national celebrity chefs and mixologists donate their time, talent and passion at nearly 40 events across the United States and Canada with one goal in mind: to raise the critical funds to help end childhood hunger across America. Taste of the Nation NYC Mix and mingle with NYC’s top toques, savor signature dishes and cocktails at this year’s Taste of the Nation NYC on April 30th at 82 Mercer in the heart of Soho. This curated evening will feature food from a paramount lineup of over 50 New York City restaurants, including Gramercy Tavern, Tertulia, Ai Fiori, Brushstroke, North End Grill, Minetta Tavern, The Meatball Shop and Roberta’s. A collection of cocktails will be on hand from PDT, The Raines Law Room, Dutch Kills, and Death & Company among other notable dens of mixology. Get one of your favorite cookbooks signed by chefs in attendance including April Bloomfield, Zak Palaccio and Christina Tosi plus bid in the live auction featuring priceless and one-of-a-kind lifestyle, epicurean, and travel packages — you may even get to spend a day with one of your favorite chefs. VIP ticket holders will enjoy a one-hour preview of the full event, plus access to an exclusive VIP Lounge and special cocktails from Booker + Dax, desserts from Momofuku Milk Bar and other exclusive dishes. 100% of ticket sales support Share Our Strength's efforts to end childhood hunger. Taste of the Nation NYC April 30, 2012 6:30 VIP/7:30 GA - 9:30 p.m. 82 Mercer 82 Mercer Street New York, NY 10012 VIP Admission $425 in advance/$450 at door 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. General Admission $225 in advance/$250 at door 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. Follow the NYC event on Twitter andFacebook for a chance to win tickets.