Thank you for a wonderful night!

Even though Hurricane Irene attempted to derail our persistent committee, the fifth Taste of the Valley, a benefit for Tri-Town Youth Services, was held on September 9, 2011.   The event would not have been possible without the generosity and dedication of our participants who provided amazing, innovative appetizers and sweet, delicious desserts as well as fantastic coffee!  The attendees of the event awarded Best Overall and the coveted Taste of the Valley Fork to chef, Hernan Yumbla of The Ivory Restaurant in Deep River for their latin-inspired menu.

The other winners of the 2011 Taste of the Valley awards were as follows:  Best Appetizer – Gabrielle’s, Best Dessert – Apple Rehab Saybrook, Best Presentation- Riverhouse at Goodspeed Station, Best Ethnic Food – La Vita Gustosa, Most Creative – Zen Roasters,  Best Vegetarian Appetizer – El & Ela’s Fine Foods, and  Best Soup – Saybrook Soup & Sandwich Co..

The event would not be possible without our generous sponsors and contributors including: The Clark Group, The Valley Courier, Reid Brothers, Essex Savings Bank, Tower Labs, Fio Partners, Tom Alexa, Roses for Autism, Essex Lions and many other local businesses.    Our silent auction, themed “From the Hands of Our Community”, consisted of so many unique items including artwork, quilts, jewelry, and experiences.  Thank you as well to our live auction donors including the Old Saybrook Point Inn, Scandinavian Photography, The Upstairs Kitchen, and Southbound Charters.  We also thank all of the local business who donated gift certificates.  And one last thank you to the Shiny Lapel Trio for the great tunes!

Thank you as well to all those joined us at the event.  The funds raised will help our organization to continue to fulfill its mission – to promote the positive growth and development of youth and families in Chester, Deep River and Essex. 

Tickets on sale now!

Taste of the Valley 2011 is an evening of delicious food and toe-tapping music to benefit Tri-Town Youth Services.  Circle the date - Friday, September 9, 2011 at 6:00 pm  - and get your tickets TODAY!

Each year, our community gathers on a late summer evening on the beautiful grounds of the Deep River Historical Society to sample one tasty morsel after another from local restaurants and caterers.  The 2011 Restaurants and Caterers are Apple Rehab Old Saybrook, The Brushmill by the Waterfall, El & Ela’s, Gabrielle’s, The Ivory Restaurant, La Vita Gustosa, Riverhouse Catering, Saybrook Soup and Sandwich Co., Zen Roasters, and more.  As part of the event, the Taste of the Valley Committee is excited to announce a new theme for the silent auction, entitled “From The Hands of Our Community”.    Every donated item or service in the auction will handmade or completed by hand.  There will also be live auction items, including a three-day stay at a ski house in Vermont for 8, a weekend romance package including an overnight at the Old Saybrook Point Inn, and a photography sitting with Scandinavian Photography.   The music will be provided by the Shiny Lapel Trio. 

You will also cast your ballot for the restaurant that takes home the coveted Taste of the Valley FORK!   There will also be awards for Best Appetizer, Best Dessert, Best Presentation, and other categories.   

Tickets are $35 and can be purchased at Celebrations and Tri-Town Youth Services in Deep River or online at http://www.tasteofthevalley.blogspot.com. Note: This is event is for adults over the age of 21. 

                               

TASTE OF THE VALLEY 2011 is generously sponsored by The Clark Group, The Valley Courier, Essex Savings Bank, Tower Labs, Fio Partners, Tom Alexa, and many other local businesses.

For more information or tickets, contact Gail Onofrio at Tri-Town Youth Services at (860) 526-3600 or view our website: http://www.tasteofthevalley.blogspot.com.   If you would like to be a sponsor or donate an item for our silent auction, send an email ttystov@gmail.com.

ABOUT - TRI-TOWN YOUTH SERVICES BUREAU, INC. is a nonprofit agency that coordinates, develops and provides services dedicated to promoting the positive growth and development of youth and families in Chester, Deep River and Essex, Connecticut.  The Deep River Historical Society is located at 245 Main Street, Deep River, CT.

The Shiny Lapel Trio will be back at Taste of the Valley 2011!

 We would like to announce that the Shiny Lapel Trio will be providing the entertainment for Taste of the Valley 2011! We are honored to have the Shiny Lapel Trio join us!

Come on...you don't want to miss these amazing musicians!

Taste of the Valley - Silent Auction Theme!

Taste of the Valley 2011, an evening of delicious food and toe-tapping music to benefit Tri-Town Youth Services, will be held Friday, September 9, 2011 at 6:00 pm on the grounds of the Deep River Historical Society.   As part of the event, the Taste of the Valley Committee is excited to announce a new theme for the silent auction, entitled “From The Hands of Our Community”.    Every item or service in the auction must be handmade or completed by hand by a generous member of our community.  The Board is currently soliciting donations and is looking for a wide variety of items including art, jewelry, clothing, furniture, or other items that are made by hand.    Services or cooking-related contributions are also welcome.  Community members of all ages are encouraged to make submissions.  If you are interested in making a donation or would like more information, please email ttystov@gmail.com or contact Kathy Lalikos at (860) 227-8104.

Save the Date: Taste of the Valley September 9, 2011

The committee is meeting...we are beginning to contact our restaurants and sponsors...which means Taste of the Valley 2011 is getting started!  The committee is planning some new ideas -- and we would love to get your input as well.  If you have a suggestions, pop us an email at ttystov@gmail.com.  Stay tuned!