Renowned Chef Michael Chiarello and Darrell Corti teamed up with Laura McIntosh, host of the PBS TV Series "Bringing it Home", Patrick Mulvaney, of Mulvaney's B&L, and Jay Veregge, of Ten22 to help throw one of the year's most unique Charity Soirees. Saint John's celebrated the 30th anniversary of their Program for Real Change at the Sacramento Executive Jet Center where The Party for Real Change was held on Saturday 11 October, 2015. To read more about the program, just click on the following link: saintjohnsprogram.org

All 550 Guests were dressed to the hilt as they arrived for the party, which was held inside the main jet hanger. VIP and cocktail hour kicked the evening off with offerings of fine drinks and delicious appetizers.

The caviar was provided by Sacramento's own Sterling Caviar - www.sterlingcaviar.com

Towards the end of cocktail hour, Laura McIntosh took to the stage to introduce Michael Chiarello, who greeted the crowd and went right to showing off one of his favorite cocktails. His own take on a gin and tonic.

Once cocktail hour concluded, KCRA's Teo Torres, the master of ceremonies for the evening, called the guests to be seated for dinner. Shortly there after, he introduced Michael Chiarello, chef for the evening, and Darrell Corti, who paired the wines with Michael's menu. Michael and Darrell took the stage to speak a little bit about the meal and the wine.

Michael Chiarello prepairing his favorite gin and tonic for Darrell Corti and himself. During the process he tested the range of the soda maker on Teo Torres.

Here's a look at the dishes served...

To learn more about the wonderful wines of the evening and who is behind them please click on the links below to see Andis Winery and Uvaggio wines.

www.andiswines.com www.uvaggio.com

Michael, Darrell, and Laura

Local Sacramento Artists, David Garibaldi and Maren Conrad collaborated on an art piece, which they unveiled on stage. Their stunning work of Mother Teresa was auctioned off and received a winning bid of $12,000.00.

Sydney Larson, daughter of the chair of St. John's Party for Real Change, Stacey Larson, sang a very heart felt solo during the event.

After a delicious meal, wonderful wine, a very successful live charity auction, and event program, Michael Chiarello took the stage to give thanks for the event and acknowledged those who worked so very hard to bring success to this fine evening.

Please visit the websites for some of the generous donors;

Michael Chiarello - www.botteganapavalley.com www.coquetasf.com

Darrell Corti - www.cortibrothers.com

Laura McIntosh - www.bringingithome.com

Patrick Mulvaney - www.mulvaneysbl.com

Jay Veregge - www.ten22oldsac.com

Sacramento Executive Jet Center - www.sacjet.com

Insight Coffee Roasters - www.insightcoffee.com

Hoppy Brewing Co. - www.hoppy.com

David Garibaldi - www.garibaldiarts.com

Maren Conrad - www.marenconrad.com