The Jonsson Cancer Center Foundation (JCCF) at UCLA hosts its 17th annual signature fundraiser, Taste for a Cure honoringNBC Entertainment President, Jennifer Salke, with the Gil Nickel Humanitarian Award. Event co-chairs are Jon Holman, Larry Maguire, Gary Newman, Jay Sures and Dana Walden. The evening features special performances by Emmy and Globe nominated singer/actor Lea Michele and Darren Criss, best known for their roles on the award-winning television show Glee. This year, 15 prestigious family-owned Napa Valley wineries will pour their handcrafted Cabernet Sauvignon, known for its rich, bold flavors. Wine sponsors include the Napa Valley wineries Far Niente, Nickel & Nickel and Dolce, long-time event supporters. Distinguished California chefs will delight guests with their gourmet signature dishes. Presenting chef/owner Cindy Pawlcyn of Napa Valley’s Mustards Grill, Cindy’s Backstreet Kitchen and Brassica Restaurants; Ludo Lefebvre of LudoBites; Suzanne Tracht of Jar; and Gilles Arzurof the Beverly Wilshire Hotel will serve their culinary
For information, please visit www.tasteforacure.com.
Among those expected to attend are: honoree Jennifer Salke, Lea Michele (Glee), Darren Criss (Glee), Dana Walden (Chairman, 20th Century Fox Television), Gary Newman (Chairman, 20th Century Fox Television), Ryan Murphy (co-creator, Glee), Dante Di Loreto (executive producer, Glee), and more to be announced!
