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Somms & Songs for Puerto Rico

By The Boarding House (other events)

Sunday, November 5 2017 1:00 PM 5:00 PM CST
 
ABOUT ABOUT

In an effort to raise funds following the devastation in Puerto Rico caused by Hurricane Maria, Master Sommeliers Alpana Singh and Serafin Alvarado have united to host Somms & Songs For Puerto Rico. Taking place Sunday, November 5 from 1 to 5 p.m. at The Boarding House (720 N. Wells St.), the event features an afternoon of fine wine and hearty bites, with proceeds benefitting the The American Red Cross. $50 of each ticket sold will go directly to the American Red Cross. Representatives from the American Red Cross will be on site to answer any questions and to take additional donations. 

A native of Puerto Rico, Alvarado was moved to organize a fundraiser after learning firsthand of the disastrous scenario from his family still residing on the island.

In addition to Singh and Alvarado, an impressive – and continually growing – lineup of participating sommeliers and restaurateurs will pour elite wines at stations throughout the afternoon. Thus far, participants include:

Master Sommelier Joseph Spellman - Justin & Landmark Winery

Master Sommelier Jesse Becker - Winebow 

Master Sommelier Fernando Beteta - Tenzing Wine and Spirits

Master Sommelier Ken Fredrickson - Tenzing Wine and Spirits

Craig Perman - Perman Wine Selections 

Shebnem Ince - Perman Wine Selections

Jill Gubesch - Fronterra Grill/Topolobampo/Lena Brava  

Felipe Ospina - Hat's Off Hospitality 

Ryan Arnold - Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises 

Jason Carlen - Miner Wines 

Cassie Sakai - Girl and The Goat 

Jill Zimorski - Moet Hennessey 

Patrick Hymer - The Boarding House 

Andrew Algren - Cherry Circle Room 

Liz Mendez - Entente

Rachel Driver Speckan - City Winery 

Sir Charles Edward Stanfield - Champagne Afficionado & Expert

Steve Morgan - The Sorting Table 

To complement the afternoon’s wine selections, The Boarding House’s Executive Chef Phil Rubino will serve delicious bites influenced by the vibrant ingredients and flavors of Puerto Rico.
 
Along with the plentiful wine and foods tastings, Somms & Songs features a performance by Alvarado’s very own band, The Rack & The Riddler. As the music plays, attendees have the chance to win exclusive wines donated by Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits, Broadbent Wine Selections, Tenzing Wine & Spirits and more.
 
By purchasing a ticket for Somms & Songs, guests play a crucial part in the island’s recovery. Following the event, Alvarado will visit Puerto Rico with the Red Cross and help distribute goods.
 

Restrictions

Participants must be 21 years of age or older. Due to this being a fundraiser, we are not able to offer refunds. For additional questions please email [email protected]

Mailing Address

720 North Wells Chicago, IL 60654