Lake Oconee Food & Wine Festival

HOME   ABOUT   FOOD   WINE   SPONSORS   AUCTIONS   TICKETS   PHOTOS


2011 AUCTIONS


Ready, Set, Scoot!
It’s back! Third time is a charm. Cherry red ETON Beamer Series Scooter. Perfect for a cruise around the neighborhood, the sleek-designed Beamer sports many top quality features. Its 1.5 gallon capacity fuel tank provides economical transportation for over one hundred miles before needing a refill.
~ Provided by Mr. & Mrs. Tom & Mary Beth Alles (again!)

Extreme Tailgating
Cheer on the Georgia Bulldogs with this Extreme Tailgating package as they take on the Auburn War Eagles on November 12. You and three guests will kick off the football weekend by attending the UGA team practice as a guest of the University’s very own Chaplain Kevin Heinz. Then tailgate in true UGA fashion with a delicious pre-game Southern barbecue feast catered by Alex Davidson of Georgia Butts. Package includes four tickets to the UGA v. Auburn game, also courtesy of Alex Davidson.

New York, New York
Take a bite out of the Big Apple with this New York City getaway. Soak up the city during a two-night stay at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in the heart of Times Square. Times Square. Getaway includes two tickets in the best seats to one of the hottest shows on Broadway.
~ Provided by Thom and Dara Morgan and Tren & Amanda Hopkins

The Grand Mayan Resort
Paradise awaits at The Grand Mayan luxury hotels located at four of Mexico’s ultimate beach destinations. Enjoy a relaxing, 7-night stay at The Grand Mayan Resort and Spa. Choose from Resort locations in Acapulco, Los Cabos, Nuevo Vallarta or Riviera Maya. Find adventure, pamper yourself, and enjoy world-class dining and a vibrant nightlife both on-site and in the surrounding area. Spacious accommodations offer spectacular views of the sparkling waters or the exuberant tropical gardens. Master suites have two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a kitchenette – a six-person capacity. Reservations for the desired week are subject to availability and must be used before 2013. It is recommended that reservations be made six months in advance.
~ Provided by Drs. David and Patti Bradley of Lake Oconee Dentistry

Down-home Pig Roast for 50
Don’t let this down-home Southern tradition pass you by! You provide the place and we’ll provide the pig. The feast, coordinated by Redeemer Episcopal Academy Parents Association, will include a whole pig, slow-roasted to perfection by the dads, and “all the fixin’s” prepared by the moms -- an unforgettable event for you and 49 of your closest friends! Winner is responsible for providing beverages.
~ Provided by Redeemer Episcopal Academy Parents Association

Zac Brown Band Ultimate Fan Package
You saw him at Zac’s Place on Lake Oconee and now you can see him on stages across the country. This Ultimate Fan Package includes four VIP tickets to a Zac Brown Concert of your choice. Before the show, join our local super star for his famous “Eat & Greet” where you can meet and mingle with band members and enjoy some great country cooking! Tickets must be used within 12 months and are not valid for the Kenny Chesney concert tour or music festivals.

Farm to Table Culinary Experience
Chef Matt Felix of Reynolds Plantation will prepare a dinner for 8 at the home of the lucky winner. Chef Felix will use what is locally available and in-season along with grass-fed beef, provided by Tink’s Beef in Washington, Ga., organic and locally-grown vegetables from Sparta Growers, wine from Wolf Mountain Vineyards in Dahlonega, Ga., and the cellar of Fred Bradley and Debbie McCown. A true “Georgia Made/Georgia Grown” culinary experience!
~ Provided by Fred Bradley and Debbie McCown

Escape to Atlantis
Head to the Islands for 4 fabulous days and 3 nights at The Royal Towers at the Atlantis Resort in the Bahamas. No other accommodation quite captures the Caribbean spirit of Atlantis like Paradise Island’s iconic Royal Towers. Resort guests are immersed in a one-of-a-kind celebration of the legend that inspired Atlantis from the comfort of an elegantly appointed Guest Room, a luxurious Regal Suite, or the spacious surroundings and stunning water views of a Grand Suite. The Dig and Ruins Lagoon – the largest open-air marine habitat in the world – is located in the lower lobby showcasing stunning views of exotic marine life, the Casino, Aquaventure, and Mandara Spa are just steps away. The perfect choice for families and vacationers looking for the ultimate Atlantis Paradise Island experience. Subject to availability.
~ Provided by Mr. Paul O’Neil

Falcons Fan Package
Make your way to the Georgia Dome for this fabulous Atlanta Falcons Fan Package. Package includes 4 game tickets to a 2011 Atlanta Falcons home game of your choice, complete with pre-game sideline passes and one parking pass. (Excludes Green Bay, New Orleans and Philadelphia.)
~ Provided by Fred Bradley and Debbie McCown

Fine Wine & Gourmet Food Tasting for 20
Enjoy an evening of Fine Wine and Gourmet Food with professional caterer Marie Garofalo and Wine Connoisseur Matt Garofalo for an unforgettable evening for 20 guests. Enjoy six different premium wines each paired perfectly with heavy hors d’oeuvres. What a great way to throw a party or entertain clients. This event will take place in the privacy of your own home.
~ Provided by Matt & Marie Garofalo

Alaskan Fishing Getaway
Need to get away? An adventure of a lifetime awaits at Rainbow King Lodge in Iliamna, Alaska – population just over 100. You and a guest will enjoy 6 days of guided fishing and 6 nights at the Rainbow King Lodge’s luxury accommodations, with all meals included. Take a daily flight each morning and evening to private fishing areas at some of the area’s most pristine lakes, rivers and waterways – an indescribable way to take in the magnificent Alaskan scenery and wildlife on the way to an unforgettable private Alaskan fishing experience. Your lunch will be prepared fresh and hot on the riverbank each day by your fishing guide.
Air Service from Anchorage to Illiamna provided. Valid through Summer 2012.
~ Provided by Rainbow King Lodge

Premium Wine Lot
Stock your cellar with this lot of premium wines from around the world! The lot features fantastic bottles of 90+ rated, older wines that any collector would love to add to his/her cellar. Includes a magnum of Pine Ridge Vineyards 2006 Stags Leap District Cabernet Sauvignon - a pure expression of the world-famous Stags Leap AVA exhibiting flavors of ripe black cherry, cassis, dried blueberry, chocolate and smoke; a magnum of Papapietro Perry Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast, 2006 – a ripe and vibrant wine with wonderful intensity and well-structured black cherry, wild berry and raspberry fruit that picks up a hint of blueberry and plum on the long, lingering finish; and a magnum of Merryvale Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, from the highly-touted 2007 vintage – a dark red Cabernet with aromas of currents, black cherry, violets and cedar along with vanilla and toasty oak. Wines will be available for preview on the day of the event.
~ Provided by Pine Ridge, Papapietro Perry, Merryvale &
local wine aficionados

Gourmet Wine Dinner for 12
Your hosts Tom and Mary Beth Alles and Richard and Kathy Matthews invite you to enjoy a gourmet multi-course meal prepared by Brian Lord, Executive Chef at Reynolds Plantation at the home of Richard and Kathy Matthews. Cuisine will be paired with fabulous wines from Richard and Kathy’s personal wine cellar. Those of you who have enjoyed Richard and Kathy’s hospitality in the past and are familiar with the culinary expertise of Chef Lord know this is an evening not to be missed!
~ Provided by Tom & Mary Beth Alles and Richard & Kathy Matthews

San Francisco / Napa Valley Getaway
This 7-day, 6-night California Getaway begins with 3 nights at the luxurious Villagio Hotel & Spa in Yountville, California.. You will enjoy dinner for two at Don Giovanni’s Restaurant – a local favorite. Then, soak in Napa from the front seat of a classic convertible! Wine concierges will work with you to select unique and fun winery visits and gourmet restaurants based upon your interests and availability. Then it’s back to San Francisco for three fabulous days of exploring the city and surrounding area. Stay at the Galleria Park Hotel, a classic, charming San Francisco boutique hotel off of Union Square. Take a ferry boat ride to Sausalito or Tiburon. Visit the Ferry Building, Pier 39 or Fisherman’s Wharf. Hike Muir Woods or Mount Tamalpais. Explore Golden Gate Park, world-class museums and enjoy fabulous San Francisco dining. Your California experts will provide insider advice to the best local places to visit as well as the hottest new restaurants to ensure you have a fabulous California wine dream vacation! This package includes 200,000 American Express Points which can be redeemed for 2 round trip business class tickets. Reservations are required 4-6 weeks in advance.
~ Provided by DPR Construction and Corey Companies

 

  The Lake Oconee Food & Wine Festival Organized by GATEWOOD SCHOOLS