In less than two weeks on the 11th September Cape Town’s stately City Hall will be transformed once again to play host to the ‘Chefs who Share – the ART of giving’ event.
This night to remember will be held in aid of youth development, with all proceeds going to the MAD Charity (Make a Difference) and the Laureus Sport for Good Foundation.
The event’s charitable centrepiece will once again be its auction which has secured two last minute once-in-a-lifetime experiences to its lot listing. This year the auction’s profile will be raised with the inclusion of the chance to watch the Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix at pit lane level, as well as VIP tickets for this year’s Laureus World Sports Awards in Shanghai.
The winning bidder of the for the Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, donated by Mercedes-Benz, will get unbelievable opportunity to experience the peak of automotive sport right at the coal face. The experience confers VIP access to the circuit during the Friday practice laps, the qualifying on Saturday and, of course the full race on Sunday. The winner will get to meet and greet the drivers and pit crew, and watch the tarmac tussle from a prime viewing location in the MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS Lounge.
Those interested in perhaps a less pulse-pushing experience can opt to bid to attend the Laureus World Sports Awards 2015, Donated by Laureus Sport for Good Foundation. The Awards Ceremony will be hosted in Shanghai and includes flights, airport transfers and two nights in a five-star hotel. Guests will attend the Laureus Welcome Cocktail Party on their first night in Shanghai, and the Awards Ceremony and VIP After Party on the second night. They will also be given access to official events taking place on the day of the Awards Ceremony.
“We’re quite thrilled that the sponsors have made available experiences of this stature, “ said Florian Gast of Opulent Living, together with his wife Barbara Lenhard the organiser of this unique event. “But it’s key to remember that it’s all in aid of greater cause.”
Other lots worthy of examination include the substantial collection of art donated by a number of noted South African artist including Lionel Smit, Richard Scott, Russell Travers, Anton Smit and Jean Doyle. In addition a specially commissioned one-of-a-kind Taunina Bear, made from poppy red velvet and draped in Swarovski crystals, as well as a 13-day Far East luxury cruise aboard the Crystal Symphony will also be on hand to entice your cheque book.
‘Chefs who Share – the ART of Giving’ will also a feature a silent auction featuring seven pieces of young and upcoming artists from the Little Artist school, which is substantially support by Deutsche Bank.
Expect an evening if unforgettable delight and memories.
For a full listing of all the lots, or to get an overview of all the chefs, artists and sommeliers participating, you can view the ‘Chefs who Share – the ART of giving’ Event Book. For those that missed out on securing a ticket for the evening, remote bidding will be accepted on all the lots via this form here.
‘Chefs who Share – the ART of giving’ is presented by Mercedes-Benz, with the generous support of Deutsche Bank, flights sponsored by Swiss Air and The Westin Cape Town as the hospitality partner. This special evening was created by Opulent Living Experiences.
Event date: 11 September 2014
The event book with all auction information online
The form for written bids and telephonic live bidding
More information on www.chefswhoshare.com
