Tasting the "Flavors"~Sheraton Hawaii Bowl
By Melissa
I'm going to the Sheraton Hawaii Bowl "Flavors" event tomorrow night. Are you?
Now, don't get me wrong: I'm not going simply because there's food and wine galore there. Yes, that's a huge reason, but I spend most of my time cruising the silent auction. It's a good cause!
Charity Angels at a planning meeting
Kim Fujiuchi, one of the Charity Angels in charge of the event says, “In addition to supporting really great local charities, Flavors is such a bargain on so many different levels. The food alone is worth it. Then on top of that there’s an amazing selection of great wines. When you think that a bottle of wine might cost $40, what happens if you don’t like it? At Flavors, you can try dozens of different wines, and find what you truly like. You can even order bottles of your favorites at discounted prices. But, most importantly, Flavors is a way to have a really good time while giving back to our community.”
As with most charities, it's been a little harder for the Sheraton Hawaii Bowl Foundation to garner the same amount that they got in previous years. Kim is optimistic that people will come around in support of the cause. A few of the past recipients of the net proceeds include: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Honolulu, Education-First Hawai‘i, Hale Kipa, Hawai‘i Children’s Cancer Foundation, Hawai‘i High School Athletic Association, HUGS, Outrigger Duke Kahanomoku Foundation, Ronald McDonald House Charities of Hawai‘i and Special Olympics Hawai‘i.
Charity Angel Jim Donovan with Liz Chun and Neil Yokota
Sheraton Hawai‘i Bowl Flavors Wine Tasting
Sheraton Waikiki
June 10, 2009 from 6 – 9 PM
Elements: – Net proceeds go to local non-profits
– An amazing assortment of exceptional wines from premium vintners
– Great entertainment
– Silent auction featuring trips, hotel stays, rare sports memorabilia, more
– Fabulous food selected specifically to pair with wine selections
Tickets: – $70 in advance, $85 at door
– A limited number of premium tickets are available for $95. Premium ticket holders also admission to a private wine seminar with exclusive wines
– Available at the UH Ticket Office, www.eTicketHawaii.com or by calling 548-BOWL (2695)
Sponsors: Sheraton Hawai‘i Bowl Foundation, Better Brands, and M&S Brokerage
Urban Mix Plate
June 9th, 2009 at 6:32 am
Good morning Melissa!
Long time no hear! you are so busy partying all the time.
Looks like another great party you are going to tomorrow night again, you such a party animal. I wouldn't be able to keep up with you.
June 9th, 2009 at 7:40 am
Oh, man!! I wish I were partying too hard. To be honest, I've been busy working...very sleep deprived.
June 9th, 2009 at 7:51 am
Hey Melissa,
How come you cropped yourself out of the picture? We live vicariously through you.
June 9th, 2009 at 8:27 am
Hi Melissa
Looks like you where have fun
no post for a while 
Wow sounds like something me and IKHEA would love to go to
but we will be on vacation 
maybee next time 
NKHEA.... love silents auctions
June 9th, 2009 at 8:28 am
Good Morning Melissa dear. No ack, you busy girl you. All for a good cause. Just think of all these partying as fringe benefit. Sheesh you go from one event to another and maybe even squeeze a few more in between. if that's what FREELANCING is all about, I like.
Sorry, wish I could go to that function.
June 9th, 2009 at 3:09 pm
This is the first time I've hear about this event. This charity needs to do a better job of getting the word out in advance. Sounds like a wonderful event. I only wish I knew sooner.
Melissa, we look forward to your review and pictures!
June 11th, 2009 at 2:33 am
Hi all, the event was big fun! I still don't know if I won anything at the silent auction, but the food was good and the wines were yummy. OK....now I am off to the Kapalua Wine & Food Festival. Ack, I forgot to tell Bananafysh!
June 15th, 2009 at 12:41 pm
my mouth is literally watering over from your food pics (sorry kinda gross yah haha)... would prolly never go maui except to check out this event! food, wine, cheese, wine, yum yum yum!
June 15th, 2009 at 12:44 pm
oops meant to post the above on kapalua blog
mouth still watering...
June 18th, 2009 at 8:30 pm
Don't say I never visit or comment on your website!!