Dining By Design

Friday, October 16 – Saturday, October 17, 2009

VENUE: Franklin County Veterans Memorial

CONCEPT: DINING BY DESIGN returns to Columbus in a brilliant blast of cuisine, creativity, and spectacle. The event features design luminaries and culinary giants in a feast for the eyes and palate, benefiting two Columbus area non-profit organizations.

SCHEDULE: COCKTAILS BY DESIGN

Friday, October 16; 7:00—10:00PM

This party sets the stage for Saturday night’s gala as designers and guests mingle and preview the installations while they sip Stolichnaya ELIT cocktails and Castello di Gabbiano wines paired with tastes from Columbus ’ top restaurants and gourmet food purveyors

TABLE SHOWCASE- PUBLIC VIEWING

Saturday, October 17; 10:00am—2:00pm

View the amazing installations. Open to the public.

GALA DINNER

Saturday, October 17; 6:30—11:00PM

Cocktails and table hopping are followed by a seated dinner, dancing, dessert, and silent auction.

THE TABLES: Designers are given an 11’x20’ or 11’x11’ space within which their creativity is virtually unlimited. Guests view and dine at these one-of-a-kind installations that reach beyond the imagination, making the event a truly unique experience for all who attend.

• Cocktails by Design- $75
• Table Showcase: Public Viewing: $10 (seniors and students- $5)
  
• Gala Dinner – TBD