09/14/2005: "Eat Cajun/Creole, Help Gulf Coast Victims"

San Juan Island's many chefs, restaurateurs, hospitality professionals, farmers, food producers, artists, musicians and many, many others are responding to the many needs of our fellow citizens of the Gulf Coast region by raising funds and hosting an elaborate celebration of the culture and cuisine of the region. On Sunday, September 18th beginning at 5 P.M. just about every chef from every restaurant on San Juan Island will be collaborating to produce an exquisite feast of "low-country" Cajun and Creole specialties, transforming the garden and pavilion areas of Roche Harbor Resort into a scene reminiscent of old New Orleans.

Two bands will be traveling from the Seattle area to entertain with their blends of Cajun and zydeco music. Many surprises will be in store for our guests as our street performers and gracious cocktail servers entertain and delight.

Because the cost of putting on this special fete is being entirely underwritten by our generous sponsors, 100% of the donation guests make to get in the door will go ENTIRELY to the charity they specify. For ease, we have researched and chosen 5 organizations to choose from. They are:

The American Red Cross Disaster Relief The Salvation Army Second Harvest National Food Bank Baton Rouge Foundation (Displaced persons and Recovery Funds) The ASPCA

Checks will be written directly to the charity of choice and we are happy to volunteer our time and efforts entirely to celebrate your special contribution. Tickets are available and donations are being accepted at: The Market Chef, Griffin Bay Bookstore and The Roche Harbor Grocery Store.

We do ask a $150.00 donation per person in order to maximize the contributions we are all making. We certainly hope to see you there.

DO COME AND DO GOOD!