The Beet Carpaccio with Marinated Rock Shrimp prepared by Mark Dommen of One Market Restaurant, one of four delicious appetizers at the luncheon.

Volunteer Don Voodre provides more information to a guest bidding in the Wine section of the silent auction.

Outgoing Board Chair Peter Scott presents an award to Barbara Koon of Safeway, with Executive Director Tom Nolan and emcee Kate Kelly of CBS 5.

Incoming Board Chair Minna Tao (center) greets guests from media sponsor San Francisco Magazine.

The Puff Pastry Cornucopia with Roasted Baby Vegetables and Rich Holiday Gravy prepared by Mike Baroman-Coggins of Project Open Hand was one of the most popular entrees at the luncheon.

Stuart Henderson accepts the Most Outstanding Individual Supporter award from Tom Nolan and Peter Scott.

IProject Open Hand Founder Ruth Brinker waves to the crowd at the luncheon.

Event Chair Lisa Stevens from Wells Fargo addresses guests at the luncheon.

The Chocolate Amaretti Cake with Frangelico Chantilly prepared by James Irby of Kuleto's was one of four decadent desserts at the luncheon.

Board member Barb Rand bids on items in the silent auction.

Volunteer Jackie Lin helps plate the Beet Carpaccio for One Market Restaurant.

Members of the San Francisco Marriott catering team that put on the luncheon, with POH Director of Special Events Joy Iwasa (second from left).