Momentum is building for the Museum of Discovery and Science’s (MODS) 27th annual Bank of America Wine, Spirits & Culinary Celebration on Friday, March 8, from 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.! Downtown Fort Lauderdale’s premier gourmet fundraiser has added 17 new restaurants to its lineup offering even more Grand Tasting experiences. As an added bonus to the epicurean evening, JM Lexus has contributed a pre-paid lease on a Lexus NX350 (estimated valued at $52,915) to be raffled off. Tickets for the raffle may be purchased at mods.org/lexusraffle.
Some of the participating restaurants include American Fine Wine Competition, Arc Culinary, Boatyard, Fresh Kitchen, Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention Center, Hellenic Republic, JC Beans Café, JDCH, L & E Fine Cooking, La Mexicana Taco Bar, Original Fat Cats, Pubbelly Sushi, Red Chair Catering, S3, Seasons 52, Tarpon River Brewing, Tasteful Thoughts, Lobster Bar Sea Grille, Another Fare to Remember, CrepeMaker, Fireman Derek’s Bake Shop, John Knox Village, Nikki’s Foods, Ann Marie’s Pizza and Wine, Baoshi Food Hall + Bar, Morton’s The Steakhouse, Ten Palms Restaurant at Gulfstream Park, Zona Fresca and more.
“We’re thrilled to announce the participation of esteemed restaurants and community partners at our 27th annual Bank of America Wine, Spirits & Culinary Celebration,” said Joseph P. Cox, president and CEO of MODS. “Thanks to JM Lexus for this amazing fundraising opportunity. We also remain appreciative of our long-standing partners at Bank of America, Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits, and other supporting sponsors, who contribute to sustaining and enriching science programming, ensuring inspiration and opportunity for our future generation of science and technology leaders.”
The event’s legendary Grand Tasting will feature scrumptious bites, small plates and desserts from more than 30 of South Florida’s leading restaurants and a sampling of more than 50 wines and spirited libations courtesy of exclusive beverage sponsor Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits. A variety of craft beers will flow from Florida favorite breweries and beyond courtesy of Gold Coast Beverage in our Beer Garden.
Guests will also have the opportunity to win an array of luxury items including travel getaways, local entertainment packages, celebrity sports memorabilia and more during the silent auction.
Just added is a raffle for a 24-month, pre-paid lease on a JM Lexus NX350. Tickets are $100 each (only 500 tickets will be sold) and are available to purchase now for entry into the raffle. Additional conditions apply and are listed on the purchase site at mods.org/lexusraffle.
“Bank of America is committed to supporting MODS’ community programs, exhibits and outreach through its ongoing sponsorship of the 27th Annual Wine, Spirits & Culinary Celebration,” said Lori Chevy, president, Bank of America Fort Lauderdale. “MODS is an integral part of South Florida’s educational landscape and we’re pleased to do our part to help fund initiatives that allow underserved members of our Broward County community to experience the joy of discovery and learning.”
Major sponsors of MODS’ 27th Annual Wine, Spirits & Culinary Celebration are Bank of America (Presenting Sponsor); Doubletime Digital (Exclusive Print Sponsor); Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits (Exclusive Beverage Sponsor); JM Lexus (Grand Arrival Sponsor); Gold Coast Beverage (Beer Sponsor); John Knox Village (Platinum Lounge Sponsor); Centuric (VIP Wristbands Sponsor); JetBlue (Entertainment Sponsor), BankUnited (Auction Sponsor); M. Austin & Christine Forman and R2 Squared (Valet Sponsors); Berkowitz Pollack Brant, Blue Compass, CTS Engines, FPL, Greenberg Traurig, Gunster, JM Family Enterprises, Joe Cox & Jeremy Collette, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, Northern Trust, Stiles, Truist, UKG and WSVN Channel 7 (Platinum Sponsors); 5/3 Bank, Andrew Migliorini, Broward Health, Debra Hixon, Grant Thornton, Gray Robinson, Greenspoon Marder, Kari Sutter, Lochrie & Chakas, P.A., M & T Bank, Michael Kimmey, PNC Bank and Truly Nolen (Grand Tasting Hosts).
Ticket prices for MODS’ 27th Annual Bank of America Wine, Spirits & Culinary Celebration are $300 for individual VIP Platinum tickets (which offer one-hour early admission) and $150 for individual Grand Tasting tickets (general entry at 6:30 p.m.) Parties of 12 receive a reduced rate of $2,850 for VIP Platinum and parties of 10 receive a reduced rate of $1,100 for the Grand Tasting Host package. Tickets are available to purchase at modsevents.org.
For sponsorship opportunities or additional information, contact Hillary Wallace at 954.713.0918 or hillary.wallace@mods.org.
Guests to the Museum of Discovery and Science’s 27th annual Bank of America Wine, Spirits & Culinary Celebration on March 8 will enjoy the best of South Florida’s restaurants and international spirits to benefit MODS’ mission of connecting people to inspiring science.
Rock N Roll Tequila at Bank of America Wine, Spirits & Culinary Celebration at the Museum of Discovery and Science
An epicurean evening of sumptuous main bites, spirits and desserts is on the menu at the Bank of America Wine, Spirits & Culinary Celebration at the Museum of Discovery and Science on March 8. The special event benefits the museum’s mission of connecting people to inspiring science.
John Knox Village at the Bank of America Wine, Spirits & Culinary Celebration at the Museum of Discovery and Science.
Lis Castella, Jenny de Borja, Angie Davis, Chase Bowman, Jamie Hagar & Jenna Goenaga enjoy last year’s Bank of America Wine, Spirits & Culinary Celebration at the Museum of Discovery and Science.
All photos courtesy of the Museum of Discovery and Science
