The Ryan Wells Foundation and The Sheraton Sand Key Resort are proud to announce the 8th Annual “Evening with the Chefs” on May 23, 2013. Event proceeds support the ProStart culinary high school programs and students of Dixie Hollins, Jacobson Culinary Academy in Tarpon Springs, Northeast and Osceola. The students work alongside several of Pinellas county’s finest chefs to deliver gourmet appetizers, entrees and desserts.
In addition to presenting the 2013 Ryan Wells Foundation Culinary Scholarships, we will also be having Live Entertainment, Silent and Live Auction featuring unique destinations, fine jewelry, artwork, exquisite dinner parties, and more!
With last year’s event awarding 11 scholarships, our total scholarships awarded since 2005 is over 70. We would like to achieve the same goal at this year’s event, along with contributing funds to the high school culinary programs once again. Between student scholarships and donations made to the programs, the total amount is closing in on a half million dollars! This is due to support from our patrons and sponsors which we are forever grateful for. Please join us as we continue to “Fulfill the Dreams” of these young, aspiring chefs.
Cafe Ponte Short Rib and Sous Vide Heart of Rib Eye, Mustard Pomme Puree, Red Wine Salsify, Cognac Truffle Sauce
Caretta on the Gulf, Sandpearl Resort Lady Liberty Genoise Baton, Chocolate Marquis, Praline Crunch
Guppy's Petite Lamb Chop with Mustard and Herb Crust,
Mint Studded Spring Pea Puree, Port Reduction
Seared Sea Scallop, Crispy Asiago White Polenta,
Wild Mushroom Cream, Duck Bacon
Island Way Grill Pan Seared Fresh Catch with Orange-Ginger Reduction,
Crab Basmati Rice, Cilantro Oil
Mystic Fish Seared Ground Lamb & Beef rubbed with Greek Spice, Cucumber Yogurt, Sauteed Peppers, and Onion Wood Grilled Octopus with Grape Tomatoes, Lemon, Olives, Micro Greens
Known as the Culinary Rocker, as the night's emcee. Johnny has worked with some of the entertainment industry's biggest names including Willie Nelson, Whitney Houston and Michael Jackson.
