CHEFS who Share – the ART of Giving, the annual culinary and associated philanthropic highlight of the year, which has raised millions in aid of youth development over the past three years, returns in September with a chef and artist line-up guaranteed to thrill food and art enthusiasts.
This concept, developed by philanthropist Barbara Lenhard, consists of a series of gastronomic events, starting on September 19 and culminating in a Grand Gala and charity auction on September 24. This year Johannesburg hosts the event, which includes the participation of top local and international chefs, and features unique art pieces donated by acclaimed artists.
The ART element has played a vital part in the gala’s success, thanks to the generous donations artists have made to help raise funds for youth development in SA. As in previous years, works of art will be presented during an auction at the Grand Gala in the Johannesburg City Hall. The auction will afford guests the opportunity to bid for outstanding pieces by leading artists - as well as special once-off travel and lifestyle experiences.
This year’s hand-selected artists, chosen for their individual success in their respective genres, represent the wide range of backgrounds and personalities that art lovers have come to expect from this annual highlight. Leading artist Jean Doyle will once again donate a sculpture, as will Marieke Prinsloo. Her piece, Girl with Umbrella, is sure to be a highlight in the bidding catalogue. Among the prized works that will come under the hammer are the expressive works by Jimmy Law, works by philanthropist Richard Scott, as well as a cheeky pop-art piece by the internationally acclaimed Belgian artist William Sweetlove. Added to the collection are works by sculpturists, photographers and painters like Michaela Rinaldi, Anton Smit, Lionel Smit and Russell Travers.
“Apart from being unique and collectable, these specially curated works are guaranteed to be a sound investment as work by the artists featured are known to be sought-after, making it a valuable contribution to any art lovers collection,” says Lenhard.
Through the successful events of the previous three years held in Cape Town, a total of R6,1 Million was raised. Charities that will benefit from funds raised this year, include The Veggie Box Initiative, the Make a Difference Leadership Foundation (MAD) and the Click Foundation. Comments Francois Pienaar, Chairman of MAD: “Fundraising partnerships such as this, are crucial to the sustainable progression of MAD Leadership Foundation to continue developing the future leaders of South Africa through education. ”
The calendar of events will start on September 19 - an Opening Evening cocktail party and art preview Evening) at the Maslo. There’ll be a Dom Pérignon dinner with Dirk Gieselmann and UK-based India Michelin-starred Chef Vineet Bhatia at the Four Seasons Hotel, The Westcliff on September 20. Followed by a Moët Chandon dinner at the Maslow with Jason Millar and Swiss Chef Reto Mathis on September 21; a Ruinart Blanc dinner with Candice Philip and an international chef at the Saxon Hotel, Villas Spa on September 22; A Chefs and volunteers cook with the Veggie Box Initiative for a community project on September 23, and the gala on September 24. - Staff Writer
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