LuxeHome and Wine Spectator Magazine Launch CHILL
An International Wine & Culinary Tasting to Benefit Charity
WHAT: LuxeHome and Wine Spectator Magazine have joined to create a high-end wine event presenting vintage American, European, and other varieties from around the world paired with signature dishes from some of Chicago’s most notable chefs. Hosted in LuxeHome’s 29 luxury kitchen and bath boutiques, Chill will benefit the Respiratory Health Association of Metropolitan Chicago in their crusade to help people living with Lung Cancer and other lung diseases.
The event will feature a one hour private VIP wine tasting reception from 5-6 p.m. that will include private stock and rare vintage wines that will not be available during the public event. In addition, there is a silent auction featuring wine and restaurant packages donated from the participating wineries, distributors and restaurants. A commemorative program guide and gift bag will be presented to all ticket holders.
WHY: Meet some of Chicago’s leading chefs including Tony Priolo of Coco Pazzo, Rick Gresh of David Burke’s Primehouse and Shelley Young of The Chopping Block and see LuxeHome’s luxury kitchens in action. Fifty percent of the ticket sales along with 100% of the silent auction proceeds will be donated to the Respiratory Health Association of Metropolitan Chicago.
WHEN: Friday, November 16, 2007
5-6 p.m. VIP Reception
6-8 p.m. Wine & Culinary Event with Silent Auction
WHERE: First Floor, The Merchandise Mart
222 Merchandise Mart Plaza
Chicago, IL 60654
312.527.7939 LuxeHome Concierge Desk
ADMISSION: $75 Special Event & Silent Auction
$150 VIP Reception
Tickets can be purchased online or by phone at 312-243-2000
WEB SITE: www.luxehome.com
MEDIA CONTACT:
Sophia Weiss
Public Relations Manager
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc.
Phone: 312.527.7841
E-mail: sweiss@mmart.com
ABOUT LUXEHOMEŽ
LuxeHome boasts more than 100,000 square feet of space with 30 boutiques that feature the finest kitchen and bath products for luxury home building and renovation from the most recognized and respected manufacturers worldwide. Open to the public, as well as interior designers, architects and custom builders, LuxeHome displays the widest selection of products to fit all lifestyles, from modern European to classic American to traditional English. In addition to the extensive lineup of manufacturers, each boutique offers knowledgeable designers who are available to assist with all phases of each design project. LuxeHome's boutiques are open for shopping Monday through Saturday.
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. (MMPI) is a trade show and property management firm, specializing in managing buildings devoted to wholesale showrooms and commercial office space. MMPI produces more than 300 trade shows, market events and conferences each year.
MMPI manages The Merchandise Mart and 350 W. Mart Center in Chicago; Market Square, the Suites at Market Square, Hamilton Market, Plaza Suites, Furniture Plaza and the National Furniture Mart in High Point, N.C.; the Architects & Designers Building and 7 W New York in New York; the Boston Design Center in Boston; the L.A. Mart in Los Angeles; and the Washington Design Center and Federal Center Southwest in Washington D.C.
Vornado Realty Trust, owner of MMPI, based in New York City, is a fully integrated real estate investment trust. Vornado’s common shares are listed on the New York Stock Exchange and are traded under the symbol VNO.
ABOUT WINE SPECTATOR MAGAZINE
Wine Spectator is the world's largest circulation wine publication. Our experienced tasters provide authoritative wine reviews, from rare collectibles to great values; we rate more than 12,000 wines per year, more than any other publication. Feature stories, news and columns put wine in context, offering news and analysis, comprehensive travel and dining guides, advice for collectors, wine-matching menus and more.
ABOUT RESPIRATORY HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF METROPOLITAN CHICAGO (RHAMC)
The Respiratory Health Association of Metropolitan Chicago (RHAMC) has been a local public health leader since 1906. From its early crusade against tuberculosis to today’s groundbreaking research and educational programs, RHAMC is improving the lives of one million local residents affected by lung cancer, COPD, asthma, and other lung diseases. Known previously as American Lung Association of Metropolitan Chicago, RHAMC ended its affiliation with American Lung Association on July 1, 2007, and now operates as an independent lung health charity with a local board of directors. Visit www.lungchicago.org for more information.
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