Uncorked!

The Pawtucket Armory

April 8, 2017

Friday, April 12, 2024

WaterFire Arts Center

Providence, RI

Good evening!

This has been such an exciting year at Rhode Island PBS! Not only are we planning to officially merge with The Public’s Radio, forming the largest public media outlet in Southeastern New England, but we are building a media hub that will serve our community with up-to-date news and stories that interest you on whatever platform you like best – YouTube, streaming, broadcast or TikTok.

Uncorked! is in its 23rd year and has evolved from an intimate wine tasting and auction to a full-blown gala with all the bells and whistles. We are honored to have not one but two of the beloved celebrity chefs from America’s Test Kitchen and Cook’s Country with us tonight. I am also delighted that we are featuring our show, ART inc., this evening – do not miss the gallery space presenting work by local artists and craftspeople who have appeared in episodes.

You will also have an opportunity to learn more about our Education Services Department’s efforts to support career exploration opportunities for local high school students. I encourage you to connect with members of our staff and educators from the Woonsocket Area Career and Technical Center in the room tonight to learn more about this impactful work.

I hope you enjoy tonight’s restaurant and beverage offerings as well as a surprise or two. Your support and attendance are instrumental in ensuring Rhode Island PBS stays current and impactful, so on behalf of the board and staff, please accept our heartfelt thank you.

Best Regards,

David W. Piccerelli President

Kimberly Amons

Luann Battista

Cheryl Botwick

Roger Boudreau

Jamie Coelho

Ashley Erling

Jeffrey Patrick Gold

Kristen Haffenreffer

Erin Hanson

Elisa Iacono-Mears

Ellen Loconto

Jack Lyle

Steven Mackinney

Christopher Marsella

Rosanna Ortiz

David Piccerelli

Samantha Roberts

Stephanie Wilmarth

VIP Reception sponsored by Matunuck Oysters, Tony’s Seafood, Just Ellen’s Catering & Event Planning, and Gooseneck Prosecco

6:00 pm

6:00 pm

7:00 pm

8:15 pm

8:30 pm

Book Signing with Bridget Lancaster of America’s Test Kitchen and Bryan Roof of Cook’s Country

Small Bites, Fine Wines and Beverages

Silent Auction Opens

Wine Grab

Diamond Raffle sponsored by Ephraim Doumato Jewelers

Welcome Remarks

Emcees Ashley Erling & Doug Palmieri Live Auction with John D’Aloisio

Silent Auction Closes

Silent & Live Auctions Check Out

Community

Tony Aguilar

Betty-Jo Cugini

Elizabeth Francis

Kathleen Hart

Marta Martinez

Ed Mastriano

John Palumbo

Shawn Quirk

Jonathan Stone

David A. Wollin

Rhode Island PBS

Dominique Alfandre

Kamilah A’Vant

Dante Bellini

Erik Carlton

Melissa Cummings

Nicolas Denice

David Fontes

Gary Glassman

Bari Harlam

Barbara Haynes

Dave Laverty

Rajani Mahadevan

Amanda McMullen

Denise Parent

David W. Piccerelli

Pablo Rodriguez, MD

Merrill W. Sheman

With the support of our members and sponsors, we serve the needs of all generations within Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts. We spark imagination, explore our history and reflect the values of our diverse community. Guided by civic engagement, we provide unique, highquality local, national and international programming, and digital content that educates, inspires and engages.

Rhode Island PBS strives to be the most trusted resource for life-long enrichment and alternative, quality entertainment, reflecting the values of our diverse community.

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Hotel accommodations for Bridget Lancaster and Bryan Roof are provided by Aloft Providence Downtown.

A downtown hotel in Providence, RI, with a rooftop bar!

Winner of the 2022 Opening Aloft Hotel of the Year. Aloft Providence Downtown is situated in the Innovation & Design District on the Providence River and within walking distance of PPAC and the Pedestrian Bridge, featuring River View Rooms and Blu Violet, a rooftop bar to enhance your Providence stay.

Roof Top Bar

As of April 2, 2024

Agape Medical Spa

Audrain Automobile Museum

Bar Harbor Inn

Luann Battista

Beehive Handmade

Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum

Boston Duck Tours

Boston Red Sox

Cheryl Botwick

Roger Boudreau

Brit Video Systems

Cakes by Eboni

Cardi’s Furniture and Mattresses

Chris and Mary Ellen Patton

Christine Chitnis

CIC

Crazy Burger Cafe & Juice Bar

Dave’s Fresh Marketplace

Diego’s East Side

Durk’s BarBQ

Dye House

Easy Entertaining Experience Rhode Island

Florin Arte

Fogo de Chao

Forty1North

GBH Station Services

Green Ink Boutique

Erin Hanson

Interstate Navigation Company

Jackie Savoie and Dennis McCool

James Cullen

Kristen Haffenreffer

David Laverty

Jack and Lori Lyle

Newport Helicopter Tours

Newport Restaurant Group

Newport Vineyards

Occipital

Ocean State Charity Events

Rosanna Ortiz

Denise Parent Plant City

Providence Performing Arts Center

Redwood Library & Athenaeum

Rhode Island Film and Television Office

Rich Littlehale

Roger Williams Park Zoo

Rose Island Lighthouse

Sweenor’s Chocolates

The Coast Guard House Restaurant

The Darius Inn

The Providence Rink

Twin Oaks

Vinu Malik

West Place Animal Sanctuary

WinterHawk Vineyards

YarnPlushes by Brooke

As of April 2, 2024

Beer and Spirit Donors:

Narragansett Beer

Rhodium by Rhode Island Spirits

Wines coordinated by Brands of Portugal and Town Wines & Spirits and generously donated by:

Anchor & Hope

Brands of Portugal

Greenvale Vineyards

Horizon Beverage

Mancini Beverage

Monsieur Touton

MS Walker

Sakonnett Vineyards

Town Wine & Spirits

Wine Wizards

Private Cellar Donors:

James Cullen

Chris & Mary Ellen Patton

Vinu Malik

Zero Proof Donors:

Kristi’s Krafttails

Polar Beverage

$60 per Cork

For $60, choose one of 60 numbered corks for a bottle of fine wine – one of which is a premium bottle of Nickel & Nickel C.C. Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon

Nickel & Nickel C.C. Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 FMV $130.00

The 2016 C.C. Ranch Cabernet opens with a harmonious blend of delicate floral and potpourri notes alongside aromas of ripe cherry, plum, and dried herbs. The entry is bright and lively, loaded with spicy red berry flavors and warm, seductive notes of tobacco leaf. The bright, lingering finish is both refreshing and youthful, while firm tannins suggest the wine will only grow more nuanced with extended aging.

Donated by Rosanna Ortiz

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Ashley Erling

Ashley Erling has been in the television industry for more than a decade and is currently the Director of Local Content and on-air personality for WPRI 12, FOX Providence, The CW Providence, and MyRI TV. She oversees The Rhode Show along with all other local programming across those stations. Ashley also has a weekly series on WPRI 12 News This Morning Saturdays at 9am called What’s Happening spotlighting local events and attractions. She is passionate about her community; involved in several local organizations and committees in Rhode Island.

In her spare time, Ashley enjoys exploring New England and beyond, shopping, watching way too many reality shows, as well as going to bed early because of her ridiculous morning TV schedule.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WearsItFrom Instagam: @aerling

Doug Palmieri

Doug Palmieri is a media veteran and iHeartMedia Providence Program Director for both 94HJY and NOW 93.3 as well as co-host of 94HJY’s popular Doug & Scarpetti afternoon show and NOW 93.3’s Doug and Jenn Morning Show. Doug is a native Rhode Islander (well…since he was 4 anyway) who loves to golf, travel, eat out and ride motorcycles.

John D’Aloisio

John D’Aloisio has been an auctioneer for 20 years on the New England/New York automobile circuit. He qualified for National Auto Auctioneers Championships, and calls more than 275 auctions every year. We are glad to welcome John back for his third year at Uncorked!

Bridget Lancaster

Bridget Lancaster is an executive editorial director for America’s Test Kitchen. She’s known to millions of fans as a co-host of America’s Test Kitchen and Cook’s Country, which both air on public television. Bridget began working as a test cook for Cook’s Illustrated in 1998; she was also part of the launch team for Cook’s Country magazine and led the magazine’s recipe development. Bridget is the lead instructor for America’s Test Kitchen Online Cooking School and has created hundreds of instructional videos. In her earlier career she cooked in restaurant kitchens in the South and the Northeast, concentrating on pastry. She was inducted into the prestigious Disciples d’Escoffier culinary society in 2018.

Bryan Roof

Bryan Roof is the editorial director for Cook’s Country magazine and an on-screen test cook for Cook’s Country. He began working as a test cook for Cook’s Illustrated in 2006; has been an on-screen test cook on America’s Test Kitchen and Cook’s Country for 12 seasons; and has worked on various magazine, book, TV, and web projects. To find recipe inspiration for Cook’s Country and to get a firsthand look at how the United States cooks and eats, Bryan travels throughout the country attending food festivals, visiting mom-andpop restaurants, and cooking with people in their home kitchens. You can follow his travel and eating adventures on his YouTube show: On The Road with Bryan Roof He holds an AAS degree from Johnson & Wales University and a BS in food and nutrition from Framingham State University and is a registered dietitian. Bryan cooked in restaurants along the East Coast before landing in Boston in 2001.

We’re working to ensure Rhode Islanders have what they need to lead healthy lives.

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Chocolate Chip Cookies, Heath Bar Cakesicles, Lemon Blueberry Cupcake, Spiked Piña Colada Mousse Shooter (Piña Colada Mousse, Dark Rum, Coconut Graham Cracker Crust, Cherry),

Irish Cream Mousse Shooter

Pizza: Italian Sausage, Vodka Sauce, Calabrian Chili, Italian Parsley, Mozzarella and Parmesan Cheeses

Crab Meat and Street Corn Guacamole Bites on Crispy Tortillas

Ramen Noddle Bar 5

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