Our Food & Wine Tasting Benefit also features a silent auction of premium goods and services available for bidding. All net proceeds from our silent auction will be donated directly to our 2006 partner, Visual Communications.
If you would like to donate an item to our silent auction, please contact info.sc@projectbyproject.org.
Here's a sample of the many items that will be up for auction. Buy a ticket and come to the event to see even more!
I'm all about being "blue"!
Avalon Hotel - blue on blue restaurant - Tasting dinner for four (4) (includes beverages and wine)
$500
Named one of Food & Wine's "50 Best Hotel Restaurants," blue on blue restaurant in the Avalon Hotel Beverly Hills features modern American cuisine in a relaxed California patio atmosphere. When the sun goes down, blue on blue becomes a distinct destination for fine cuisine, drinks, and intimate gatherings. Inside, the restaurant and bar offers guests a serene lounge atmosphere with plush couches, custom marble tables and vintage chairs. Outside under the stars, blue on blue's private poolside cabanas and candlelit tables create a dramatic setting for the tasting dinner you'll be enjoying with three of your favorite friends.
The continental flavor
Le Chene - $100 gift certificate
$100
Voted Most Romantic by LA Magazine, Le Chene French Cuisine is the perfect destination for wine lovers. Splurge on a decadent meal and choose from a wine list of over 900 different wines when you come in with this $100 gift certificate. Le Chene derives its name "The Oaks" from the centennial oak trees that surround it. Only an hour from downtown Los Angeles, Le Chene is the place to escape from the city's hustle and bustle.
Hydrate yourself!
FIJI Water - Year supply of FIJI water to be delivered in one shipment; choice of 500ml, 1L or 1.5L cases
$400
This summer is proving to be hotter than ever! Keep cool with a year's supply of FIJI water, which is drawn from an artesian aquifer that is buried deep within the earth and protected by layers of clay and rock. Because there is no opening to the surface, this water never comes into contact with the air until the very moment you unscrew that cap! See for yourself what pureness really tastes like!
Sharing is caring
Mako - Dinner for two gift certificate
$100
After some time with Wolfgang Puck, Chef Makoto Tanaka decided to create something new for the Los Angeles restaurant scene. The result? Mako, a minimalist restaurant located in the heart of Beverly Hills that has been cited by Los Angeles Magazine as "serving some of the most exciting food in LA." Mako serves up contemporary Asian-Mediterranean cuisine tapas style. This $100 gift certificate allows guests the freedom to fully explore the menu by trying out a wide variety of small plates.
The World's Best Prime Rib
Lawry's The Prime Rib Restaurant - Dinner for two (2): Lawry's Spinning Bowl salad, roasted prime rib (10 oz), mashed potatoes, one (1) vegetable, Yorkshire pudding, whipped cream horseradish, dessert, coffee or tea
$100
Since opening its doors in 1938, Lawry's the Prime Rib Restaurant has been a favorite for both locals and tourists alike. Even setting aside Lawry's reputation for serving the world's best prime rib, dining at Lawry's is an experience like no other. The well-appointed dining room is huge and spacious, the juicy cuts of beef are carved tableside from silver carts, and the staff is well-renowned for its excellent service.
The finer things in life
The BLVD Restaurant - Tasting with wine pairing for four (4)
$700
Modern and elegant, The Blvd restaurant and bar located in the Regent Beverly Wilshire provides the perfect spot to enjoy a sophisticated dinner tasting with wine pairing for four (4). Featuring an 18-foot illuminated onyx bar and a 12-foot backlit wine display with over 1,000 bottles of wine, The Blvd restaurant's amber, chocolate and gold dining room serves as the perfect backdrop for Chef Conny Anderson's culinary masterpieces.
Indulge yourself
Le Chateau - Wine & chocolate tasting experience from Le Chateau at the Beverly Hilton Hotel for up to ten (10) people
$700
Treat yourself and up to ten of your friends to a luscious wine and chocolate tasting experience at the Beverly Hilton's Le Chateau. Located at the world-famous intersection of Wilshire and Santa Monica Boulevards, the Beverly Hilton has combined the excitement and entertainment of Hollywood with the elegance of Beverly Hills since 1955. Le Chateau is the Beverly Hilton's premier wine and gourmet chocolate store, and this special tasting will feature an extensive selection of wines from California's Central Coast and world famous Neuhaus chocolates from Belgium.
Take me out to the ballgame!
Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP - Three (3) field-level seats to watch the Dodgers take on the Padres at home
$192
What better way to spend a Sunday afternoon than at the ballpark, enjoying a good ol' fashioned Dodger dog as you root for the home team? Three (3) field-level seats to the Dodgers vs. San Diego Padres game, Sunday, September, 17, 2006, at 1:10 pm. Includes admission to the exclusive Stadium Club, so if it gets too hot you can retreat to an air-conditioned haven, and still keep an eye on all the action! Also comes with one (1) preferred parking pass.
Take me out to the ballgame! (Part Deux)
Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP - Two (2) field-level seats to watch the Dodgers take on the Padres at home
$132
What better way to spend a Sunday afternoon than at the ballpark, enjoying a good ol' fashioned Dodger dog as you root for the home team? Three (3) field-level seats to the Dodgers vs. San Diego Padres game, Sunday, September, 17, 2006, at 1:10 pm. Includes admission to the exclusive Stadium Club, so if it gets too hot you can retreat to an air-conditioned haven, and still keep an eye on all the action! Also comes with one (1) preferred parking pass.
Go Bruins!
Kenji and Cindy Oda - Two (2) tickets to the UCLA/Utah football game at the Rose Bowl on Saturday, September 2, 2006
$60
Come watch the Bruins take on the Utah Utes at the highly anticipated 2006-2007 season opener! UCLA is looking to build on a great season last year that saw them win their first 8 games in a row, finish out at 10-2 and bring home a post-season bowl trophy. Soak in the sun at the Rose Bowl and show your Bruin pride as you cheer your favorite local team on to victory! U-C-L-A Fight! Fight! Fight!
Couch potato heaven
DIRECTV - DIRECTV Package with Programming, TiVo, DVR, and installation
$792
Need we say more? This comprehensive item speaks for itself! Walk away with: - a complete DIRECTV system, including a satellite dish, three remote controls, and your choice of either three standard receivers or two standard receivers and one DIRECTV DVR ($99.00 value).
- One year of complimentary DIRECTV TOTAL CHOICE PLUS programming with Local Channels. That's a total of 155 channels, including news, entertainment, children's, sports, and a commercial-free music station. ($45.99/mo value)
- One year of complimentary DIRECTV DVR with TiVo services, if applicable ($4.99/mo value)
- One year of complimentary mirroring fees for second and third receivers, if applicable
- Complimentary standard professional installation for a residential setting - Fully transferrable
Manage your media
Neuros Technology - A portable digital VCR for your Sony PSP, PDA and PVPs
$149.99
Manage and enjoy all your movie and music files with this digital recording device that allows you to effortlessly record digital MPEG4 files from any video source without using a PC. Digitize and archive home movies, view digital photos and video on your tv, and play MP3s through your home stereo/tv.
"Hey Arnold!"
Nickelodeon - "Hey Arnold!" rare animation cel
$150
Arnold is everybody's favorite football-headed, untucked-shirted, city-living, stickball-playing fourth-grader. The big city can be kind of crazy sometimes, but Arnold's got a good (football-shaped) head on his shoulders and faces life's ups and downs like a pre-teen pro. Now you can own a scene from this popular Nickelodeon cartoon that will be enjoyed by children and adults alike.
The hills are alive with the sound of music!
"Sound of Music" movie poster autographed by Julie Andrews
$90
One glance at this beautiful poster from "Sound of Music" and you'll instantly be taken back to the Austrian Alps, Maria, the Captain, and the rest of the Von Trapp family. This sentimental, entertaining, musical was nominated for ten Academy Awards and came away with five major wins, including Best Picture. Autographed by Best Actress Academy Award winner Julie Andrews.
White Castle anyone?
"Harold and Kumar Go to White Castle" DVD autographed by John Cho
$70
You won't be able to stop laughing as you watch the shenanigans the uptight Harold (John Cho, American Pie I & II), and the ordinarily apathetic Kumar (Kal Penn) go through to satisfy their oddly intense urge for White Castle hamburgers. Complete with hot chicks, hang-gliding, and a close encounter with none other than "NPH" a.k.a., Neil Patrick Harris of Doogie Howser, MD fame, this DVD (which was autographed by Harold himself!) is a must-have for any comedy aficionado!
"Summer of the Serpent"
"Summer of the Serpent" DVD autographed by writer and director, Kim Taksue
$36
This visually driven, provocative story of a lonely child and a mysterious stranger explores the unlikely bond that develops between two people from different worlds, and raises questions about difference and desire. Written and directed by Kimi Takesue, a recipient of a 2005 Guggenheim Fellowship in Filmmaking, and a 2005 New York Foundation for the Arts Fellowship in Film, "Summer of the Serpent" was the winner of the Grand Jury Prize at the Brooklyn International Film Festival, and an official selection at the Rotterdam International Film Festival.
Feel like you really got away without having to skip town!
Omni Los Angeles Hotel - Two nights in a deluxe room for two people
$518
Take a break from the hustle and bustle to have a romantic rendezvous with your honey at the only AAA Four-Diamond convention hotel in downtown Los Angeles. Enjoy a refreshing swim in the sparkling outdoor pool, work out in the state-of-the-art fitness center, or just relax in your well-appointed room. The unerring service and striking décor will make it difficult for you to leave this wonderful oasis! Conveniently located with easy access to the Los Angeles Civic Center, the Financial District and the Staples Center, as well as many of Los Angeles’ world-class theaters and museums. Just 18 miles/30 minutes from Los Angeles International Airport.
Ante up!
Sam's Town Hotel & Gambling Hall - Three day, two night hotel stay
$150
Grab a buddy and jump in the car for a three-day stint at the tables! Boasting forty tables, 3000+ machines, and two Zagat rated restaurants, Sam's Town has been recognized as a Vegas hot spot by Food Network, Casino Player Magazine, Las Vegas Advisor and more.
You know you want it
Brand-Sense Partners - Britney Spears "Fantasy" Perfume Set
$175
The Fantasy fragrance collection by Britney Spears is inspired by love's ability to overwhelm you when you least expect it. Transform yourself into a tantalizing temptress with these luscious beauty products that will envelop you from head to toe with a captivating blend of ripe fruits, sweet cupcake accord, delicate flowers, creamy musk, orris root, and sensual woods.
Do you dare?
Brand-Sense Partners - Britney Spears "Curious" Perfume Set
$125
Show your adventurous side by wearing Britney's signature fragrance. "Curious" tempts the senses with fragrant blooms of Louisiana magnolia touched with golden Anjou pear and dewy lotus flower and builds anticipation with a fresh bouquet of white flowers. Pink cyclamen brings an unexpected twist to the rich floral heart, while bottom notes of vanilla-infused musk enveloped in rich, creamy sandalwood and radiant blonde woods weave an addictive aura into the fragrance.
Pretty in pink
Tina Tang Studio - Pink freshwater seed bead pearl necklace with matching earrings and bracelet
$205
Tina Tang's designs have repeatedly received nods of approval from the fashion and beauty editors at InStyle, Glamor, Jane, and Cosmo. Score these charming and delicate "girls just want to have fun" trinkets at the auction tonight and support a good cause while letting your fashionista side really shine!
Not just a pretty face
Vestal - Man's brown leather cuff watch
$80
Musically-inspired, Vestal timepieces epitomize the perfect merger of form and functionality; they are accessories that fine-tune style and expression, and offer both a vintage vibe and a futuristic feel. This stunning brown-leather-and-brushed-stainless-steel man's cuff watch is a prime example of Vestal's progressive and innovative ideas in accessory design.
The genius of nature
Origins - Gift basket with assorted products
$200
Origins promotes beauty and wellness by endeavoring to capture the connection between Mother Nature and Human Nature through its widely sought-after botanically-based skin care, color, bath & body products. Keep your skin, your senses, (and your conscience!) clear with this cornucopia of luxurious non-animal-tested products from Origins.
Tame your tresses the celebrity way
JONATHAN/product - Full assortment of hair products and autographed photo
$325
Jonathan Antin of the hit reality series "Blow Out," has worked with everyone who's anyone, from Madonna to Tiger Woods. Equip yourself with the same "Celebrity Tested" tools he uses to keep megastars looking red-carpet-ready by using these luxurious products from his signature hair-care product line. Go for sassy curls or sleek and straight depending on your mood! All of Jonathan's sulfate-free shampoos, conditioners, styling and finishing products are designed to help leave your hair looking perfectly polished and feeling healthy with minimal effort.
Spa-runch!
mobileSPA Los Angeles - Gift basket with assorted gourmet foods, robe + slipper set, and gift certificate for spa services
$500
Breakfast never felt this good! Treat yourself to a personal day-spa experience in the comfort of your own home with this mobileSPA package. Includes a selection of teas, biscuits, coffee, chocolates, and treats; one (1) spa robe and slipper set; candles with holders; and a mobileSPA package consisting of 30 minute massage, fast-fix facial, and manicure/pedicure.
Beauty to go (I)
Zhen Beauty - Gift box with assorted beauty products
$175
Snag this adorable takeout container stuffed with goodies from Zhen! Featured in In-Style and People, the exclusive Zhen line is designed by Asian women specially for Asian women, and boasts quality makeup uniquely suited for yellow undertones and skincare for sensitive skin. This little to-go kit allows you to experience a little of everything Zhen has to offer: Cream lipstick in "Ginseng"; Yin Yang lipstick, powder and shadow changer; Tea Tree moisturizer and body wash; "Wind" blush; Element Powder in "Metal"; Earth Eye Shadow; Whipped Moisturizer; and a pretty silk wristlet to carry it all in.
Beauty to go (II)
Zhen Beauty - Gift box with assorted beauty products
$175
Snag this adorable takeout container stuffed with goodies from Zhen! Featured in In-Style and People, the exclusive Zhen line is designed by Asian women specially for Asian women, and boasts quality makeup uniquely suited for yellow undertones and skincare for sensitive skin. This little to-go kit allows you to experience a little of everything Zhen has to offer: Cream lipstick in "Ginseng"; Yin Yang lipstick, powder and shadow changer; Tea Tree moisturizer and body wash; "Wind" blush; Element Powder in "Metal"; Earth Eye Shadow; Whipped Moisturizer; and a pretty silk wristlet to carry it all in.
Rock this Celebri-tee Favorite!
Pink "Rock Solid" brand long-sleeve tee with beaded applique detail
$112
All of young Hollywood has been going wild for Rock Solid's flashy beaded applique designs, and now you can see why for yourself! Throw this super-soft, long-sleeved pink "LOVE" tee together with dark jeans and heels for that casual, yet polished look that works just as well for a night on the town as it does for a chill night at the movies. You'll especially love the little beaded heart detail that spills over onto the back!
Ladies: Seize the spotlight!
Carpe Denim - One pair of women's designer jeans
$150
If you're looking for that perfect, form-fitting pair of jeans-- and who in LA isn’t?!--look no further! You (and everyone else around you) will flip for Carpe Denim's "studio" jeans which boast a slew of fun details like: red and baby-blue contrast stitching, coppery hardware and artful fraying for that broken-in look.
The new and improved you!
Simply Stellar Training - Ten (10) personal training sessions
$490
Everyone wants to look their best, especially during beach season! Ten (10) personal training sessions with Simply Stellar Training will help put you on the right track! Whether you work out on a daily basis or you haven't set foot in a gym in years, these one-on-one sessions will help you develop a successful work-out routine that is custom-designed to suit your specific needs and fitness goals.
These celebrity chefs ain't got nothin' on me!
Cuisinart - Original 7-cup food processor, brushed stainless steel color, extra large feed tube holds whole fruits and vegetables. Powerful enough to knead dough
$270
The ultimate in kitchen appliances, the Cuisinart® Original Food Processor in Brushed Stainless is a classic must-have for cooks of all skill and experience levels! Its 7-cup capacity and versatile assortment of blades and discs make food prep tasks a snap. The Extra Large Feed Tube and Pusher and Sleeve Assembly handle whole fruits and vegetables with ease. Once you get it in your kitchen, you'll wonder how you ever survived without it!
Features:
- 7-cup Lexan® work bowl
- Extra-large feed tube holds whole fruits and vegetables
- Powerful enough to knead bread dough with ease
- Brushed stainless steel base
- Easy to use and clean
- Stainless steel medium slicing disc (4 mm)
- Stainless steel shredding disc
- Chopping/mixing blade
- Dough blade
- Small and large pushers
- Detachable disc stem
- Spatula
- Instruction/Recipe book
The better way to build your business
Market Wire - One (1) national press release (up to 500 words)
$500
Market Wire would like to offer a free National press release valued at $500. Market Wire's "National" is distributed to thousands of newspapers, broadcast outlets, newswires, Web sites, online databases and relevant industry trade publications. Distribution methods include real-time, full-text feeds via the AP satellite network, Internet FTP and content syndicates, as well as personalized emailed newsletters sent directly to individual journalists, analysts and business professionals. Notable distribution points include: Yahoo!, Google, MSN.com, AOL.com, Reuters, Dow Jones, Bloomberg, Factiva, Lexis Nexis, CNN and USA Today.
Stop Bridezilla in her tracks!
Valerie W. Cheung - Events by Valerie - Two (2) hours of wedding planning consultation
$150
Why sweat the small stuff? Save your sanity and actually enjoy your big day by letting a seasoned wedding planner help you with everything from the basics to the final flourishes. Valerie can help you with vendor referrals, cost-cutting tips, floral and décor ideas, creative personal touches, etiquette pointers and more.
Be My, Be My Baby!
babysoyusa.com - Eco-friendly, fashion-forward designer outfit for infant aged 18-24 months
$60
Your baby will be the belle or beau of the playpen when she or he is decked out from head to toe in these designer duds from babysoy. This complete outfit is unisex and sized for an infant aged 18-24 mo. Includes shirt, pants, jacket, cap, and layette. Made from eco-friendly, ultra-soft soybean fiber.
Hot mama! (I)
Mommy Go Round - assortment of five (5) tanks and tees for pre-pregnancy sizes 8-14
$185
Because pregnancy and style are not mutually exclusive! Be a truly stylin' mom-to-be in these fun, flirty, and functional, tanks and tees. 100% cotton and made in a sweatshop-free environment. This colorful assortment is for pre-pregnancy sizes 8-14, and includes some of designer Beth Perkins' best-selling creations, such as the ultra-hip "Rock on Hot Mama" raglan tee with three-quarter length sleeves and the intricately embroidered "Family Tree."
Hot mama! (II)
Mommy Go Round - assortment of six (6) tanks and tees for pre-pregnancy sizes 2-6
$205
Because pregnancy and style are not mutually exclusive! Be a truly stylin' mom-to-be in these fun, flirty, and functional, tanks and tees. 100% cotton and made in a sweatshop-free environment. This colorful assortment is for pre-pregnancy sizes 2-6, and includes some of designer Beth Perkins' best-selling creations, such as her sweet and sassy "Knocked Up" ribbed tank.
Learning the fun way
Leapfrog LeapPad Learning System and compatible Easy Reader Phonics Kit (4-8 yrs)
$50
Get it for your child, your nephew, or your niece! LeapFrog educational toys for grade school students are packed with interactive games for kids who are learning math facts, spelling rules, geography and social studies. Studying is much more fun with interactive educational games like these! Books magically come to life with voices, music, silly sounds and games while children learn to read. With the award-winning LeapPad Learning System, children are always engaged, always having fun.
This interactive learning center:
- Encourages children to read and learn at their own pace.
- Allows children to say it, sound it, spell it and define it as they interact with words on the page.
- Provides fun games to keep children engaged.
- Includes a fun interactive book.
- Offers an extensive library of interactive books and cartridges for children ages 4-8.
Baby bling-bling!
Sterling silver pacifier clip with multicolored beads
$25
Do yourself a favor and spare yourself the hassle of having to constantly search for a dropped pacifier by taking home Snugglebug Baby's fashionable, yet safe, pacifier clip today! This mommy essential is a favorite of Hollywood parents like Holly Robinson Peete, Noah Wyle, Roger Cross, Louis Lombardi and more! Suitable for a boy or girl, this sterling silver pacifier clip with multicolored beads works with all major brands of pacifiers and has a guaranteed test-strength of 40 pounds.
Feeding a crowd or just don't feel like cooking?
Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. & Panda Inn - Two $100 gift cards valid at all 5 Panda locations
$200
Why stress dinner? Let the pros at Panda take care of providing you with a flavorful, gourmet meal. With $200 in gift cards that you can use to get delicious Mandarin and Szechwan-style dishes like wok-seared scallops at any of Panda's five locations (Pasadena, Glendale, La Palma, Ontario and San Diego), you'll be able to serve up a fine feast without any fuss. Perfect for parties or for those lazy nights when you just don't feel like putting on an apron.
Luxury lodgings
Pacific Palms Conference Resort - Two night stay plus golf for 2
$500
Upscale accommodations await you at Pacific Palms Conference Resort in the City of Industry with this two-night stay that includes a round of golf for two. Situated on 650 acres, Pacific Palms is close to several airports and just 20 minutes from downtown LA. Its oversized guestrooms have been newly decorated with an eclectic California flair, and feature granite bathroom surfaces, fine linens, plush bathrobes and signature bath products. Each guest room features a balcony and floor-to-ceiling sliding windows overlooking the majestic San Gabriel Mountains or neighboring Anaheim Hills. And with not just one, but TWO championship golf courses (rated with 4-stars by Golf Digest), seventeen lighted tennis courts, horseback riding trails and spa services, there really is something for everyone to do here.
Ladies: Seize the spotlight!
Carpe Denim - One pair of women's designer jeans from Carpe Denim
$150
Ladies, if you're looking for that perfect, form-fitting pair of jeans-- and who in LA isn’t?!--look no further! You (and everyone else around you) will flip for Carpe Denim's jeans which boast a slew of fun details like: red and baby-blue contrast stitching, coppery hardware and artful fraying for that broken-in look. Carpe's trendsetting jeans have been showcased in Rolling Stone, Us Weekly and Harper's Bazaar.
Fellas: Seize the spotlight!
Carpe Denim - One pair of men's designer jeans from Carpe Denim
$150
Fellas, if you're looking for that perfect pair of comfy yet stylish jeans that you can wear just as easily in the club as you can on the street-- and who in LA isn’t?!--look no further! You (and all the honeys around you) will appreciate Carpe Denim's jeans which feature a bootcut leg to avoid that unsightly bunching around the ankle and a slew of fine details like: yellow contrast stitching, coppery hardware and artful fraying for that distressed finish. Carpe's trendsetting jeans have been showcased in Rolling Stone, Us Weekly and Harper's Bazaar.
