July 9, 6:00 to 9:00 pm
Guest Chef on the Waterfront
FareStart
I'm a huge fan of FareStart here in Seattle, a nationally recognized program that teaches homeless and disadvantaged people cooking skills to help them get back on their feet, take control of their lives and move forward with jobs in the restaurant world. On the evening of July 9 they'll be holding their annual fundraiser, which features some of the city's top chefs (including Aaron Wright from Canlis and Tom Black from 35th St. Bistro), as well as breweries, wineries and food purveyors. Live jazz, games and a lovely waterfront setting add to the festivity. I'll be on hand to help judge the best of the bites that the chefs serve up that night. Tickets purchased before June 1 go for just $60, after that it's $70. So don't delay. I hope I might see you there.