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The Kitchen Experience—
like no other!

Donated By: Dr. Mark Taubman and Lois Taubman
Estimated Value: Priceless!

Experience a fully immersive dining experience sure
Wine of the Month— to appeal to all of your senses. Dr. Mark and Lois
The Mega Edition Taubman will host twelve people for an intimate
evening of dinner and fine wine at The Kitchen and
Donated By: Century Liquor & Wines The Lounge in the Village of Pittsford. Executive Chef
Estimated Value: $15,000 Joseph Cipolla will create an eleven-course seasonal
menu featuring regionally sourced ingredients, with
There is Wine of the Month, and THEN there is Wine of
all courses presented in the dining room in view of the
the Month—The Mega Edition! Beginning in October
2018, the winning bidder will receive a full case—12 guests. Chef Cipolla is a classically trained French chef
bottles—of wine each month for one year. He or she and his cuisine promises to be a perfect match to the
will have the option of personally choosing the bottles featured wines.
during a private tasting of pre-selected prospects, or Each course will be accompanied by fine French wines
leaving their selection in the capable hands of wine chosen by Dr. and Mrs. Taubman, representing many of
experts Sherwood Deutsch and Michael Misch. The the most notable wine regions of France. Pairings will
possibilities encompass the whole world of fine wines: include first growth Bordeaux, as well as stellar white
Champagnes, Bordeaux, Chardonnays, Burgundy, and red Burgundies. Discussion on the choice of wine
Cabernet Sauvignons, Super Tuscans, Ports, and more. and the pairings will further enhance the interactive
nature of this memorable night.
“It was absolutely amazing,” stated Travis Betters, one
of last year’s winning bidders. “Wine of the Month— The evening will also include a variety of classical
The Mega Edition was our opportunity to try the best guitar music provided by a talented musician from the
of the best. We couldn’t wait to taste each month’s Eastman School of Music.
selections.” Dinner is to be scheduled for a mutually agreed upon
date; Sunday through Wednesday only. Seats will be
sold individually at $2,000/seat.

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