Big Brothers Big Sisters Presents Big Taste of Houston

HOUSTON - May 7, 2015 - PRLog -- THIRD ANNUAL BIG TASTE OF HOUSTON

BENEFITING BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS

Tickets are now on sale for the Big Taste of Houston which benefits youth served in Big Brothers Big Sisters one-to-one mentoring relationships. The event, presented by Audi Central Houston, takes place at the new Audi Central Houston Dealership on Sunday, May 17, 2015.

Fine food, beverages, live entertainment and silent auction make this one of Houston's premium events. VIP ticket holders will get early access to the second floor of the venue where they will enjoy special food and beverage pairings and an exclusive full bar with specialty wine. The event will also feature a silent auction, Audi car raffle and musical entertainment from Collector’s Item.

“I’m excited to host this event that gives those in attendance the opportunity to sample premium food and beverages all while benefiting the children of our community”, said Rachel McNeill, News Anchor for KPRC Local 2. “The festive night will end exceptionally well for one lucky winner as a brand new 2015 Audi A3, generously donated by Audi Central, will be raffled off in support of one-to-one mentoring relationships.”

Sunday, May 17, 2015
4:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Audi Central Houston
2120 Southwest Freeway
Houston, TX 77098

Interview Opportunities:

Celebrity Judges; Big Brothers Big Sisters President; Event Restaurant, Dessert and Beverage Participants

Tickets: VIP - $195      Single - $125

Co-chairs: Matt Harris, Michele Tihami, Robin & Johnny Ola and Holly & Mitch Wilbanks

Restaurants: Cloud 10 Creamery, Cousins Maine Lobster, Dish Society, Frank’s Americana Revival, Killen’s BBQ, KUU, Latin Bites, Lucille's, Mala Sichuan, Mark’s American Cuisine, Melange Creperie, Mockingbird Bistro, Paul's Kitchen,  Prohibition, Radio Milano, Soma, Straits, Triniti and Sanctuari Bar, and Uchi

Dessert Companies: Cake Pop Delicacies, Pappaw’s Pralines, Red Dessert Dive, Treat! Cupcake

Beverages: Becker Wine, Dripping Springs Vodka, Ekeko Distribution, Flow Juice Bar, Karbach Brewery, Herman Marshall Whiskey, Pisco Porton, Shaggy Dog Bloody Mary Mix, The Gourmet Wine Shoppe, Southern Hospitality Coffee, Ruffino,  Casa Noble Tequila

Celebrity Judges: Adam Goldberg @lifewortheating; Sabin Lomac – Cousins Maine Lobster; Robert Del Grande – Exec. Chef & Partner of Café Annie; Chester Pitts – Exec. Consultant for ZT Wealth, TV and Radio Personality

Sponsors: Audi Central Houston, Sysco, BMC Software, HEB, Swift Energy Company, KPRC Local 2, Newfield, trans4mativ, Level (3) Cares, Rosi Office Systems, Robin & Johnny Ola, Bain & John R. Pitts, John P. McGovern Foundation, Susan & Rob Roby; Modern Luxury Houston, Iron Horse Builders

About Big Brothers Big Sisters

Big Brothers Big Sisters, the nation’s largest donor and volunteer supported mentoring organization, holds itself accountable for children in its program to achieve measurable outcomes, such as educational success; avoidance of risky behaviors; and higher aspirations, greater confidence and better relationships.  Partnering with parents/guardians, schools, corporations and others in the community, Big Brothers Big Sisters carefully pairs children (“Littles”) with screened volunteer mentors (“Bigs”) and monitors and supports these one-to-one mentoring matches throughout their course.