One Hundred Men Who Cook swaps feast for funds

November 19, 2014

One Hundred Men Who Cook, Inc. will host its annual 1,000 person black-tie gala, from 6 p.m. to midnight Nov. 29 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel Denver International Airport Convention Center, 15500 E. 40th Ave.

The event will raise funds for local youth charities Struggle of Love Foundation, Colorado Starlites Drum and Drill Team and Jazz C.A.F.E. (Cultivating a Future of Excellence).

The 100 Men Who Cook fundraiser will offer food lovers samples of a variety of entree’s, sides and other homemade dishes as the night features a diverse group of 100 esteemed men – including Denver Mayor Michael Hancock – from throughout the community preparing their specialties Mayor Hancock will whip up his family macaroni and cheese for tasting at the gala, comedian Sam Adams will amuse the crowd as master of ceremonies, and guests will be treated to red carpet interviews by FOX 31’s, Shaul Turner, along with casino games, and live entertainment by national recording artists reSurface formally known as Surface.  The evening will be highlighted by a VIP reception featuring entertainment by Denver First Lady Mary Louise Lee (pictured at bottom with her husband, Mayor Michael Hancock).

“We are extremely thankful to have support from such distinguished men from around Denver willing to invest their personal time in our youth,” said Chief Operating Officer Norma Paige, noting the participation of Mayor Hancock, Dr. Collis Johnson and long-time participating chefs Dr. Johnny Johnson and Walter Gray.  “The thought that this one event helps sustain youth-based organizations here in Denver keeps us going and will for years to come.  The youth are our future and this has become the community’s investment in them.”

Tickets at www.100menwhocook.co  or by calling 800-998-5984.

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