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OVER THE MOUNTAIN Journal
Photos by Scott Butler
16 • Thursday, August 11, 2016
At the end of the event, guests were treated to a fireworks display.
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Just a Taste
Local Chefs and Restaurants Cook for the Choir The Birmingham Boys Choir hosted its primary fundraising event, Taste of Birmingham, July 29 at The Club. The evening included samples of signature dishes from local restaurants with a judged contest to award the best tastes in Birmingham. The annual event benefits the organization’s mission to provide boys in the Greater Birmingham area with the opportunity to develop their vocal gifts through concentrated study. Dr. Elizabeth Peters served as chairwoman for the sixth annual event with David Malone taking the stage as emcee. Fellow members of the Taste of Birmingham committee included Charlotte Rumore, Veronica Wehby-Upchurch, Mary Rooney, Rashikia Washington and Anne Rand. Twenty-one restaurants were represented throughout the venue, offering tastes and treats to guests while they either listened to a Birmingham Boys Choir performance directed by Ken Berg or bid on a variety of items offered in a silent auction. Judges awarded the premiere Taster’s Choice Award to Grille 29 for its pan seared sea scallop topped with bacon jam over a bed of lobster mashed potatoes and southern chow chow. Silvertron Cafe took home the award for a sweet dish and GianMarcos was given an award for best savory dish. Putting in their 2 cents, the choristers named The Bright Star their favorite taste of the evening. To finish the fundraiser bang, guests gathered by windows and on the veranda for a fireworks display. ❖ Members of the Birmingham Boys Choir.
Silvertron Chef Patrick Horn.
Above, from left: Claire Sizemore, Dr. Elizabeth Peters and Cindy Wade. Below, Bill and Mary Rooney.