On a rainy, chilly Thursday evening, we were warmly welcomed into The Vancouver Club for a fabulous fundraising event in support of Dan's Legacy, a foundation established by the Snook family, in memory of their son, Dan. This foundation's purpose is to provide therapeutic counselling for youth at risk, life-skills, recovery and self sufficiency, new hope and new directions and much more. Future plans include a rural recovery centre, close to the city, but a quieter, new start. We learned so much from the Message from the Chairman, dad, Kevin J. Snook, A Promising Future, by Barb Coates, Executive Director, Our Achievements and Changing the Landscape by Tom Littlewood, Program Director. Awareness of the lack of resources and gaps in services for young people and exactly how we can make a difference, were key points. We were impressed by how everyone was acknowledged, it does take a village, and how everyone was thanked. Gordon and Jamie, two, who received counselling support, gave heartfelt presentations about how having access at the right time and the right place, were crucial to their survival, well being and success. Two confident, young people, with hope and dreams and the skills to achieve, isn't this what we want for all kids?
Everything was so well organized, so thoughtful, inclusive (so many first time attendees) and dynamic. Thanks to Rebecca Bollwitt Miss604, our names were on the guest list and at our table and, we knew we were in the right place along with an enthusiastic crowd, there for a much needed cause. We were celebrating accomplishment and bright futures. Lots of candles and lights, a detailed brochure and menu, a champagne and canapé welcome, time to mix and mingle, and Fred Lee's energetic MC leadership kept us knowledgeable about the food and the chefs as well as about the fabulous raffle, special and silent auction trips and treasures and always, at the forefront, Dan's Legacy.
The food, presentation, and auction process and items need further mention because they are the result of much care and hard work on the part of the foundation's board, partners, sponsors, the Vancouver Club, Chefs, Servers, Volunteers, - the whole village.
First, the food:
Chef Sean Cousins -The Vancouver Club - Hubbard Squash Veloute - soup, beautiful soup!
Chef/Owner Lee Cooper: L'Abbatoir -Raw Pacific Scallops
Chef David Gunawan - The Farmer's Apprentice - Mussels and Cabbage - pickled green strawberries and fermented gooseberry sauce, made this a cool, vibrant green dish - so refreshing!
Chef Stefan Hartmann - Bauhaus - Grilled Veal Tenderloin, mushrooms, leeks, veal tortellini
Jr.Sous Chef/Pastry Jessica Caparas The Vancouver Club - sweet treat of Mocha Hazelnut Mille Feuille, chocolate puff pastry, hazelnut mousse with raspberry gel
The white gloved, dramatic, in sync service said: This is food, expertly and lovingly prepared for you, our honored guests!
The Raffle was for two prizes, we wanted most, but so did everyone else: A Fishing Trip and stay at Moutcha Bay Resort, Campbell River and a stunning Haida Raven Mask by Emil Thibert.
The tree of hope was hung with money envelopes of $20, $50 and $100. For filling the envelope, thoughtful gifts awaited. We got a lovely journal and a pine scented candle from Thymes, a buy one, plant one company. So once again, thoughtful choices for reflection, relaxation and rejuvenation.
Special Auction Items included a gorgeous Palm Tree painting, one of a series by Andrew Hewken, and donated by him. A Whistler Village Condo experience, donated by Kevin and Elliot Snook, A Pangkor Laut Resort Stay in Malaysia, donated by YTL Hotels and Properties, and a SeaStar Mustique Island holiday for a week, donated by Joan Carlisle-Irving.
Silent Auction items were 12 treasures, that everyone signed up for, all for Dan's Legacy.
Thanks to all for a memorable evening. The 4th Annual Chef's Dinner will be at The Vancouver Club, Thursday November 16th, 2017.
Everything was so well organized, so thoughtful, inclusive (so many first time attendees) and dynamic. Thanks to Rebecca Bollwitt Miss604, our names were on the guest list and at our table and, we knew we were in the right place along with an enthusiastic crowd, there for a much needed cause. We were celebrating accomplishment and bright futures. Lots of candles and lights, a detailed brochure and menu, a champagne and canapé welcome, time to mix and mingle, and Fred Lee's energetic MC leadership kept us knowledgeable about the food and the chefs as well as about the fabulous raffle, special and silent auction trips and treasures and always, at the forefront, Dan's Legacy.
The food, presentation, and auction process and items need further mention because they are the result of much care and hard work on the part of the foundation's board, partners, sponsors, the Vancouver Club, Chefs, Servers, Volunteers, - the whole village.
First, the food:
Chef Sean Cousins -The Vancouver Club - Hubbard Squash Veloute - soup, beautiful soup!
Chef/Owner Lee Cooper: L'Abbatoir -Raw Pacific Scallops
Chef David Gunawan - The Farmer's Apprentice - Mussels and Cabbage - pickled green strawberries and fermented gooseberry sauce, made this a cool, vibrant green dish - so refreshing!
Chef Stefan Hartmann - Bauhaus - Grilled Veal Tenderloin, mushrooms, leeks, veal tortellini
Jr.Sous Chef/Pastry Jessica Caparas The Vancouver Club - sweet treat of Mocha Hazelnut Mille Feuille, chocolate puff pastry, hazelnut mousse with raspberry gel
The white gloved, dramatic, in sync service said: This is food, expertly and lovingly prepared for you, our honored guests!
The Raffle was for two prizes, we wanted most, but so did everyone else: A Fishing Trip and stay at Moutcha Bay Resort, Campbell River and a stunning Haida Raven Mask by Emil Thibert.
The tree of hope was hung with money envelopes of $20, $50 and $100. For filling the envelope, thoughtful gifts awaited. We got a lovely journal and a pine scented candle from Thymes, a buy one, plant one company. So once again, thoughtful choices for reflection, relaxation and rejuvenation.
Special Auction Items included a gorgeous Palm Tree painting, one of a series by Andrew Hewken, and donated by him. A Whistler Village Condo experience, donated by Kevin and Elliot Snook, A Pangkor Laut Resort Stay in Malaysia, donated by YTL Hotels and Properties, and a SeaStar Mustique Island holiday for a week, donated by Joan Carlisle-Irving.
Silent Auction items were 12 treasures, that everyone signed up for, all for Dan's Legacy.
Thanks to all for a memorable evening. The 4th Annual Chef's Dinner will be at The Vancouver Club, Thursday November 16th, 2017.
Source: Vancouver Club
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