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Taste of Jubilee
TASTE OF JUBILEE
Benefiting the Blue Streak Scholarship Fund
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Father Dexter Noblefanca and Dan Wilson
Sophia Runer and Alexander Folk
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lthough dark clouds threatened rain most of the day, they disappeared just in time for Blue Streak Scholarship Fund’s 11th Annual Taste of Jubilee. Traditionally held at the Pink Palace Family of Museums, this rollicking good party always attracts a large crowd in support of the city’s Jubilee Schools. Guests, attired in everything from jeans to cocktail wear, ranged in age from 21 to 91, and their camaraderie in coming together for this fabulous food tasting was contagious. Presenting Sponsors FedEx and ReTrans, along with a dedicated event committee, pulled out all the stops this night to ensure everyone had an enjoyable evening. A VIP room, sponsored by Palazola Produce, The Callahan Family, Buster’s Liquors & Wines and The Mighty Olive was elegant and a perfect “pre-party.” With the stunning backdrop of the Palace and its grounds, local eateries turned out their best culinary efforts. Among the sumptuous offerings were Amerigo Italian Restaurant’s artichoke cheese dip with focaccia chips, Jim’s Place Grille’s pork tenderloin and Souflima and Boscos Restaurant’s Ahi Tuna wontons. The Butcher Shop beef tenderloin, Slider Inn’s Memphis Burger sliders and Half Shell lobster bruschetta were also among crowd favorites. Not to be outdone, Patrick’s Steaks & Spirits contributed its Cajun Prime Rib sliders, Erling Jensen’s meatballs delighted tasters and the Folk’s Folly beef tenderloin bites with Maker’s Mark Bourbon sauce were a huge hit. Bari Ristorante provided an impressive array of imported meats and cheeses and Grove Grill, Café Society and Frost Bake Shop all tickled the taste buds with a superb selection of desserts. Libations flowed freely, thanks to donors AS Barboro, Budweiser of Memphis, Delta Wholesale, Ghost River Brewing, Pyramid Vodka and Stellar Cellar, some of whom also contributed to an extensive wine and liquor pull. As folks perused a roomful of silent auction items that had them bidding quickly and often, they were encouraged by Christian Brother Joel McGraw, who regaled them with his awesome piano abilities. Artwork by Jason Williamson, a Perfect Party gift certificate, a Memphis gift basket, Dinner for eight at University of Memphis Holiday Inn with Bishop Terry Steib, a plethora of fine wines and gift baskets donated by Christian Brothers High School, St. Agnes Academy and St. Benedict High School were just a few of the many items up for grabs. Topping off the evening, G3: The Garry Goin Group, one of Memphis’ most popular dance bands, took to the stage in an outdoor tent and had the dance floor full in no time flat and it stayed that way until the last encore. Cody Giovannetti and Liz Mills were co-chairpersons of Taste of Jubilee, which gets bigger and better each year. Close to $70,000 (which will be enhanced by matching donations) was raised in scholarship funds to provide parochial educations for children in our urban neighborhoods. Story by Ruth Cassin Photos by Patrick Lantrip See all the party photos at rsvpmagazine.com Password: RSVP
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