After a triumphant inaugural event, the Taste of Pace Summer Soiree benefiting the Pace Center for Girls Miami will return for its second edition from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on July 18 at SGWS Wynwood (2105 North Miami Ave). The annual fundraiser features a multi-course dinner with an array of culinary masterpieces created by top-tier South Florida chefs paired with wines from Southern Glazer’s portfolio and specially crafted cocktails by special guest star mixologist Giovanny Gutierrez.
“Last year’s Taste of Pace culinary fundraising event was such a great success all due to the support of Miami’s top Chefs, Constellation Culinary Group and Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits and we are doing it again this year,” Executive Director Sherry Thompson Giordano says. “We are honored to have so many of Miami’s best of the best chefs committed to showcasing Pace Center for Girls’ efforts to address mental health and education for the betterment of our girls and community. This event is truly a culinary experience like no other.”
The Taste of Pace Summer Soirée is supported by Kush Hospitality and Southern Glazer’s. It is the brainchild of Pace board member Matt Kuscher, CEO of Kush Hospitality, to serve as a tribute by supporting and strengthening Pace’s mission of empowering at-promise girls and young women through comprehensive support services, including education, counseling, training and advocacy.
The impressive lineup of celebrated and accomplished chefs includes Michael Schwartz (Genuine Hospitality Group), Norman Van Aken (Founding Father of New World Cuisine), Niven Patel (Ghee, Mamey, Orno), Luciana Giangrandi & Alex Meyer (Boia De, Walrus Rodeo), Devin Braddock (Ariete Hospitality Group), Brad Kilgore (Oise Ristorante, CIMA, and Pizza Freak Co), Adrianne Calvo (Chef Adrianne’s Vineyard Restaurant & Bar), Jose Mendin (Pubbelly Sushi, Casa Isola), Sebastian Vargas (Los Félix, Krüs Kitchen), Scott Linquist (Coyo Taco), Jesus Brazon (Caracas Bakery) and Aaron Janus (Constellation Culinary Group).
At the Jungle Disco-themed event, guests can look forward to a truly unique experience. Carlos Hernandez from Only in Dade fame will be hosting as the Emcee. There will be a delightful craft cocktail reception with tasty bites, a caviar tasting from Acqua Panna and an extravagant dinner with expertly paired wines. The evening will be filled with live entertainment, an art installation by the renowned Miami-based street art legend Atomik and other surprises celebrating Miami’s culinary and cultural scene.
There will also be a “dessert hour” where guests can enjoy another specialty cocktail and their final course with delights from Salty Donut, Maison Perrier, Exquisito Chocolates and an illy coffee station. Adding to the evening will be performances by world-renowned mentalist Alan Chamo, as well as a raffle to win exciting prizes, including a trip to Tequila, Mexico.
Taste of Pace Summer Soirée is sponsored by Constellation Culinary Group, Brustman Carrino Public Relations, Kush Hospitality, Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits and SGWS Wynwood. To become a sponsor or purchase tickets, visit here.
