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A Taste of Talent

| 25 Apr 2012 | 02:02
    A guest at the Salt Gastropub table.
    A guest at the Salt Gastropub table.
    The Bobolink Dairy and Bakehouse provided breads and cheeses.
    The Bobolink Dairy and Bakehouse provided breads and cheeses.
    Project Self-Sufficiency case manager Linda Moran stands next to the table display she designed.
    Project Self-Sufficiency case manager Linda Moran stands next to the table display she designed.
    At left is Chef Anthony Lopinto at the Threefold Cafe table. The establishment is located in Chestnut Ridge, New York.
    At left is Chef Anthony Lopinto at the Threefold Cafe table. The establishment is located in Chestnut Ridge, New York.
    At far left is Perona Farms owner Kirk Avondoglio with guests. For more photos of this event, go to www.TOWNSHIPJOURNAL.com
    At far left is Perona Farms owner Kirk Avondoglio with guests. For more photos of this event, go to www.TOWNSHIPJOURNAL.com
    The 16th annual A Taste of Talent took place at Perona Farms in Andover.
    The 16th annual A Taste of Talent took place at Perona Farms in Andover.
    The Meant To Be Jazz Ensemble play music in the kitchen.
    The Meant To Be Jazz Ensemble play music in the kitchen.
    Michelle Michaluk of Hamilton, poses with Deborah Berry-Toon Executive Director, Project Self-Sufficiency. Michaluk designed the table display. Photos by George Hunter
    Michelle Michaluk of Hamilton, poses with Deborah Berry-Toon Executive Director, Project Self-Sufficiency. Michaluk designed the table display. Photos by George Hunter

ANDOVER — Hundreds of patrons poured through the doors of Perona Farms on Monday night to help support Project Self-Sufficiency at the 16th annual A Taste of Talent, a fundraising event which offered guests the opportunity to sample hors d’oeuvres, entrees and desserts from area restaurants while mingling with the chefs. Patrons were also invited to bid on the tabletop creations of several local designers. Thirty restaurants participated in the event, along with representatives from nine design firms. Proceeds from the event benefited Project Self-Sufficiency’s programs for low-income families in Sussex, Morris and Warren counties. Alex Cable served as honorary chairperson of this year’s A Taste of Talent. “Due to the current economic situation, many families – now more than ever – are turning to Project Self-Sufficiency for assistance," said Alex. “Through this fundraising event, we who support Project Self Sufficiency are privileged to assist the many low-income single parents, teen parents, two-parent families, and displaced homemakers within our community who are struggling to gain financial independence.” Beverly Gordon, President of Project Self-Sufficiency’s Board of Directors, commented, “An event of this magnitude would not be possible without the dedication of the restaurateurs and chefs in our community. We are indebted to them for their enthusiastic participation and for their creativity.” “A Taste of Talent directly benefits our Sussex County neighbors in need, and is the cornerstone to our annual campaign,” said Deborah Berry-Toon, Executive Director of Project Self-Sufficiency. “We are exceptionally grateful for the time, talent and resources provided by the chefs and the designers who have contributed to this event, and to the entire community for their support of our programs for low-income families.” Music was provided by a variety of individuals and groups, including the Meant to be Jazz Ensemble, Glenn Merritt, Joe Guerra, Alan Hayes and Pete Omelio; The Sussex Trio, Bill Hoff, Carol Kraemer, and Kathy O’Brien; and students Katie and Andrew Van Varick and Emma Kline.