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September 2, 2010


Tea Fit for a Queen on Gala Auction Block

Brockville—A full “Royal Tea”  for eight at the Pine Street Bed and Breakfast in Brockville is just one tantalizing item on the auction block during the Brockville and District Hospital Foundation’s Black and White Gala set for September 25th

Just what makes up a Royal Tea?

“Sandwich Cake, scones, Devonshire Cream, strawberry preserves and Royal Shortbread,” says Master Chef Michael Dunn, co-owner with wife Francine of the Pine Street B&B. “And, of course, lots of hot, strong British tea.”

Dunn should know. He spent 16 years as Master Chef with the British Royal Family, during which time he prepared tea and meals not only for Queen Elizabeth and crew, but also for royal guests such as Elton John, the Beatles, and Roy Orbison. And this royal repast is just one of the silent auction items coming up for bids at the Foundation’s Black and White Gala to mark 125 years for Brockville General Hospital.

Other goodies up for grabs at the gala include a “Champagne and Chocolate Tour of the Tackaberry Family Collection”; and a “Getaway for Two in Gananoque” with theatre tickets for the 1000 Island Playhouse, dinner or spa treatment, and overnight accommodation at the Gananoque Inn. The bidding war will heat up as the evening unfolds with an additional live auction, offering such upscale treats as the one-week rental of a beautiful condo in Puerto Morelos, Mexico—including air fare.

The Black and White Gala takes place on September 25th at the Brockville Armouries, beginning at 6:30 p.m., with cuisine stations open at 7:00. The live and silent auctions will both close by 9:00 p.m., in time for the dance. Cash, cheque, VISA and Mastercard are accepted for auction items purchased. Tickets to the gala can be purchased at both Brockville Scotia Bank locations.

All funds raised by this special evening will go towards the $50,000 the Foundation hopes to raise for the purchase of an Isotope Indicator—an important tool in the assessment of breast cancer.

Master Chef Michael Dunn is pleased to have his Royal Tea up for bids toward such a worthy cause.

“I’ve used the services of Brockville General Hospital a few times over the years,” he smiles. “It’s good to give back.”


A Royal Preview: Master Chef Michael Dunn pours tea for Gala Auction Committee member Ruth Lockett (left) and Joan McLaughlin (right), Executive Director of the Brockville and District Hospital Foundation. 
 

For more information, please contact:

Joan McLaughlin Executive Director Brockville and District Hospital Foundation 613-345-4478 mcljo@bgh-on.ca

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