13 Auction Lot

Twelve couples will enjoy dinner prepared by James Beard Awardwinning Chef Debbie Gold in one of the Nelson-Atkins’ most revered galleries, the 14th century French Cloister, paired with exquisite and highly acclaimed wines from Dana Estates.

Dana Estates is dedicated to making small lots of truly distinctive world class wines. Dana is a Sanskrit term meaning “the Spirit of Generosity.” Blending history and tradition with cutting edge vineyard management, a new state of the art winery and meticulous winemaking, Dana Estates strives to make the greatest wines possible. Jae Chun—President of Dana Estates—will pour a curated selection that evening to showcase the story and style of their esteemed wines.

Chef Debbie Gold is a James Beard Foundation award-winner and four-time nominee with a background in French cuisine and over 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry. After receiving a graduate degree in restaurant management, she spent four years studying and working in some of the most famed kitchens in France. Gold attended Ecole Hoteliere Tain I’Hermitage and cooked for Michelin-starred restaurants. Upon returning to the States, Debbie continued her training with the legendary Charlie Trotter. Gold then turned her sights to Kansas City and opened her own restaurant with Michael Smith, 40 Sardines, which garnered Gold a coveted James Beard Foundation nomination for “Best New Midwest Restaurant.” She was also recognized by Bravo’s Top Chef Masters, battling against fellow award-winning chefs for two seasons. She is now a partner and chef of the recently opened LeTour in Chicago.

LOT INCLUDES:

• Saturday, September 23, 2023

• Buy in for 12 couples

• $8,500 per couple

Donated by Dana Estates and Debbie Gold