What the Doctor Ordered
Fine wine, imported cheeses and exotic fruit tasting for ten at the East
Honolulu beachside home of Dr. John and Kumi Lederer. European and domestic
wine varietals from the personal cellar of John and Kumi Lederer are paired
with supreme aged imported cheeses flown overnight from the Beverly Hills
Cheese Store. Among the largest collections of cheeses in the world, the
Beverly Hills Cheese Store supplies connoisseurs, seasoned entertainers as
well as top restaurants across Los Angeles. Rare fruits from the finest
fruit nurseries in Waimanalo, make for exotic compliments. Four hosts
provide service and descriptives. Date to be mutually agreed upon with
sufficient notice. Event to occur by December 8, 2008.
Donor: Dr. John and Kumi Lederer and Douglas Himmelfarb
Value: $2,500
Nuuanu Night
Garden cocktails and a sit-down dinner for eighteen at the historic Nuuanu
home of John McGrath and Mary Philpotts McGrath. The Hart Wood architecture
set among the Smithsonian gardens above Nuuanu stream will captivate you.
Start an unforgettable evening with mixed cocktails featuring mojitos … A
mystery chef will prepare a memorable dinner of cioppino and white pizza.
Feast on tangy and spicy cheeseless pizza dipped in a rich marinara
shellfish medley…top it all off with fresh Strawberries Suzette. Courtesy of
a mystery chef who will keep you and friends thoroughly entertained. Date
to be mutually agreed upon with sufficient notice. Event to occur by
December 8, 2008.
Donor: The McGrath-Philpotts Family and Anonymous
Value: $4,700
San Francisco Culinary Experience
 A two night stay at the
Hotel Nikko in San Francisco in deluxe
accommodations plus a $250 gift certificate to dine at the award winning San
Francisco Restaurant Gary Danko. Frommers says "Danko offers impeccable
cuisine and perfectly orchestrated service in an untraditionally unstuffy
environment." Fly to the dinner using a certificate for round trip airfare
for two in coach class on Aloha Airlines from Honolulu to either Oakland or
Orange County.
Air travel must be completed by August 4, 2008. Hotel
expires October 31, 2008. Subject to blackout dates.
Donor: Hotel Nikko San Francisco, Anonymous and Aloha Airlines
Value: $3,050
Bangkok at the Top
A couple will enjoy four nights at the Bangkok Shangri-La in a
double room on the Horizon Club floor. Relax with complimentary drinks and
snacks that are available all day in addition to free evening cocktails and
canapes. Daily breakfast is included in the Horizon Club. The concierge at
the exclusive reception is there to see to your inquiries. Transportation
from the airport on your arrival and to the airport for your departure is
included. Use up to 150,000 American Express Membership miles to fly to
Bangkok on Continental, Delta or ANA.
Reservations are based on
availability, and with a minimum of 30 days notice. No changes available
after a one-time booking. No additional reservations are available in
connection with this offer. Subject to selected airline blackout dates.
Miles will be transferred from donor's membership account. Winner will be
responsible for all airport fees and other fees and taxes. Expires December
8, 2008.
Donor: Mr. and Mrs. S W Friedman and Jana Ross
Value: $4,500
Dining:
 Wolfgang Puck Makes it Easy recipe book & $100 Spago Gift Certificate
Lawry's seasonings & $100 Lawry's Gift Card
The Palm – West Hollywood Gift Certificate for $100
$100 Dining Gift Certificate to Crustacean
Entertainment:
2 tickets for a LA Clippers game Sec 118 Row 5 Seat 8 & 9 ($125 each) on
Monday March 3, 2008
2 tickets to see A Tribute to Ella at the LA Philharmonic on Sunday, March
2, 2008 (Front Orchestra, Row C 141 & 142)
Value: Priceless
Donor: Gary and Linda Goldfein
Also, look for our selection of rare and fabulous wines including:
Chateau D'Yquem 2003. Honeyed fruit, refreshing acidity and massive
concentration. RP 96 points.
Donor: Cecilia and Gene Doo
Value: $200
A bottle of Pride Mountain 2003 Reserve Claret and a bottle of 2003
Reserve Cabernet. The Reserve Cabernet is “a superb Cabernet with cream
de cassis, a big beefy, smoky character interlaced with rich, dense, smooth
style.” The Reserve Claret is a “gorgeous effort, deep ruby/purple with a
stunning perfume of mocha, espresso and spices,” RP 94 for both.
Donor: Anonymous
Value: $375
Diamond Creek Triple
The Red Rock Terrace is an austere, rustic style that veers from ripe
cherry and plum fruit to dry, chewy, gritty tannins, finishing with a
mouth-puckering aftertaste and a twinge of bitterness. Fans of bare-knuckle
Cabernet will find this most pleasing. Wine Spectator 86 points. Volcanic
Hill is a dark, rich, immensely concentrated wine, with tiers of current,
anise, blackberry, fresh earth and cedary oak that pack in lots of flavor.
Wine Spectator 91 points. The Gravelly Meadow is intense and earthy with
grapey flavors that are a touch prickly, tasting like they just finished
fermenting. Wine Spectator 91.
Donor: Anonymous
Value: $500
Marcassin Pinot
2001 Marcassin Pinot Noir, "Three Sisters Vineyard" by Helen Turley. This
expansive, rich, full-bodied effort reminded Robert Parker of a grand cru of
Morey-St.-Denis. 95 points.
Donor: Darrell and Cathy Lee
Value: $320
Peter Michael Red and White
2005 Peter Michael Chardonnay “Belle Cote". A nose of intense notes of
mandarin oranges, tangerines, and tropical fruits" RP 96 pts. and 2004 Peter
Michael “Les Pavots" a Bordeaux blend of Cabernet, Merlot and Cabernet Franc
from the hillside vineyard. “Stunning with an opaque purple color, notes of
blueberries, licorice and sweet smoky oak,” RP 94 points.
Donor: Cheryl and George Hetherington
Value: $400
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