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Fifteenth Annual Hand to Hand Luncheon
December 19, 2006

Project Open Hand's Fifteenth Annual Hand to Hand Luncheon held at the San Francisco Marriott on December 19, 2006 was a huge success. Nearly 800 guests enjoyed the scrumptious feast prepared by 12 of the finest chefs in the Bay Area, and the event raised over $315,000 for Project Open Hand's meal and nutrition services.

Here are some images from the event. Click on any image for a larger version.

Michelle Mah of Ponzu plates the Prawn Salad with Mango Slaw, one of five delicious appetizers at the luncheon.

Master of Ceremonies Kate Kelly displays a chef jacket presented to her by Executive Director Tom Nolan.

California Assembly Member Mark Leno shares a moment with Project Open Hand Founder Ruth Brinker.

Patti Dellamonica-Bauler (right), chair of POH's Sixth Annual Dessert First event, accepts the Most Outstanding Individual Supporter award from Board Chair Minna Tao and Tom Nolan.

IMark Dommen of One Market Restaurant plating the
Sauteed Calamari and Citrus Salad.

Guests enjoying the luncheon at the MAC VIVA GLAM table.

IWines on display in the Hand to Hand Silent Auction. There were over 85 items in three categories; the others being
Fine Dining and Pamper Yourself.

Ron Longinotti (right) from CBS 5 accepts the Most Outstanding Media Supporter award. From left: Emcee Kate Kelly,
Board Chair Minna Tao and Executive Director Tom Nolan.

Mimi Young from Palio d'Asti plates the Chocolate Blackout Cake and Hazelnut Meringue layered with Bittersweet Chocolate Mousse and Chestnut Creme, one of four decadent desserts at the luncheon.

POH board member and client speaker Lee Jewell
addresses the guests at the luncheon.

Bartenders prepare SKYY Vodka cocktails for the cocktail reception.

Director of Development and Marketing Bob Brenneman, outgoing Director of Special Events Joy Iwasa and Tom Nolan share a moment together at the luncheon.



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