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sponsored by : The Greenbrier Companies • Providence Health & Services Dynagraphics The Devil’s in the details. :LWKDɐDLUIRU3RUWODQGȆVXQLTXHVW\OHZHȆYH EHHQGHOLJKWLQJKRVWVDQGWKHLUJXHVWVZLWKWKH IUHVKHVWORFDOPHQXV JUDFLRXVVHUYLFHVLQFH )*;.18+44)(&9*7.3,(42 Welcome to Dinner at My House for Hi everybody, Our House Thanks for checking out the Dinner Series catalog for Our House’s 18th season. I was first involved with Our House in 1991, when I volunteered as a breakfast cook, and I’ve loved its mission – “Inspiring people with HIV/AIDS to live well” – ever since. This is my third season being directly involved with Dinner at My House for Our House, and I feel lucky to be your honorary chair this year. Like me, I’m sure you’ll be impressed by all the choices, from Lite Bites to Chef’s Table to everything in-between. I love traveling – out of state, out of the country, or even just out of the city on a hike in the Oregon woods with Eddie, my trusty canine sidekick – and I’m guessing lots of you enjoy traveling too. But why not take a cross-cultural jaunt through Dinner at My House for Our House by picking out a handful of your favorite events? Stop over in Africa. Take a seat in Bali. Dive into margaritas in Mexico. And do all this right here in Portland, with kindred spirits all backing the same great cause. Many years ago, as a teenager, I was treated to a very special dinner. The place was on the dark end of a street near the docks, in an old tavern building built in the 1800s. White tablecloths, flowers, and candles warmed the raw brick walls. It was cozy, and I felt instantly welcomed as though I belonged to a secret club. The serv- ers were calmly glowing and possessed of an ease in communicating that I admired. The evening’s exotic choices – it was Indian food – were written on a chalkboard in some special menu calligraphy. I was hypnotized in that moment by the polish and glamour of it all. I am still under that spell. It always feels like a magical transporta- tion to enter such a setting stiff as strangers, then relax in an instant by the feeling of belonging that gracious hospitality offers. For transplanted Southerners like myself, this kind of service is bred in the bone. I am so pleased to be a part of Dinner at My House for Our House, where so many generous and creative people are inspired to open their homes and gardens, to create these magical opportunities, for such a great and worthy cause as human dignity. Warmly, Charles Stilwell Devil’s Food Catering Sponsors Celebrity Chefs David Anderson, Genoa, #64 Jason Barwikowski, Olympic Provisions, #45 Chad Church, 23Hoyt, #37 Tamara Clark, Marvelous Meals Extraordinary Catering Service, #13 Sean Concannon, West Café, #15 & #51 Van and Darren Creely, Café Nell, (Private Event) Ken Gordon, Kenny and Zuke’s Delicatessen, #41 Jake Greenberg, Classic Foods, #35 Monica Grinnell, Eat Your Heart Out Catering, #52 & #67 Tommy Habetz, Bunk Sandwiches, #60 Tim Healea, little t american baker, #54 Earl Hook, Meriwether’s Restaurant & Skyline Farm, #23 Chris Israel, Grüner, #33 Adam Kallio, Saucebox, #44 Taira Kater, #8 Matthew Lightner, Castagna, #39 David Machado, Vindalho, #57 Naomi Pomeroy, Beast, #26 Gabriel Rucker, Le Pigeon, #34 Lisa Schroeder, Mama Mia Trattoria & Mother’s Bistro, #59 & #63 Charles Stilwell, Devil’s Food Catering, #20 Matt Talavera and Sonja Brandjes, Whole Foods Market, #28 Michael Tocchini, MiNGO West, #29 Blake Van Roekel, Keuken, #43 Dear All, Since childhood, I’ve been involved with the food busi- ness in some capacity. We all need to eat, and what better way to bond than over Grandma’s famous casserole or Uncle Jim’s favorite steak? I can remember chopping vegetables, molding pie crusts, or adding that extra dash of seasoning, all the while thinking: “There’s nothing like bringing people together at a table filled with five courses – of both food and conversation!” A few years ago I envisioned and started The Pantry Project, whose emphasis is on providing individuals with the necessary tools – literal tools like spatulas and baking pans, emotional tools like goal-setting and idea sharing – to create a healthier lifestyle. And isn’t that what we’re doing at events for Dinner at My House for Our House? Gathering around favorite dishes and not only sharing names, or a couple hours together, but a new way of communicating and empathiz- ing? Our House’s mission is to “inspire people with HIV/AIDS to live well,” and I for one think we’re inspiring each other when we share those bites to eat throughout the dinner season. We’re not only toasting each other but we’re educating – and being educated – about Our House. Let’s carry that inspiration into the next generation, which is my main goal as Chair. How do we attract younger donors to contribute to the community, you ask? Our Lite Bites series – kicked off last year – is a terrific option, offering appetizers, brunches, and dessert-oriented events in the $50 to $75 range. I’ll admit, I’m competitive: so satisfy my appetite. Sign up for one more dinner than usual so we can claim our most successful season yet. Try an event that’s outside your comfort zone in terms of menu or theme. Tackle one of the Chef’s Table events that last year’s guests keep raving about: professional food and wine pairings in the intimate Vibrant Table Loft setting, where you get your questions answered from award-winning master chefs. We have more diversity than ever for the 2010-11 dinner season: an authentic Kenyan feast, a permaculture guild project, and an opportunity to dress like royalty from 16th century England – just to name a few. I’m proud to be associated with Our House, and chairing this season brings things full circle for me. I thank each and every one of you for opening this catalogue, broadening your horizons, and bringing full circle your own reasons for giving back to the Our House community. Yours, Dianne Hosford Casa Bruno Wines Our House About Our House HIV/AIDS is a complex and challenging disease that can often be overwhelming. The Our House team works with people with advanced HIV/AIDS who are having difficulty managing independent living. We tailor services for each individual that defines what “living well” means to them. Our services are provided through the following programs and facilities: Our House Since 1988, Our House has been a specialized residential care facility that provides services for people with HIV/AIDS. Residents work with skilled professionals in nursing, social work, and occupational therapy. At Our House, some residents regain their health and become independent enough to be discharged. Others remain at Our House for continued intensive services, maintenance services, or palliative care. Swan House Swan House is an adult care home located in Milwaukie, Oregon. Residents at Swan House live in a group setting and receive assistance with personal care, meals, mobility, transportation, medication management, and more. Neighborhood Housing & Care Program (NHCP) The Neighborhood Housing & Care Program provides housing and in-home services including nursing, social work, and occupational therapy to people living with HIV/AIDS. Created by the Our House team, this award-winning, innovative program supports and encourages independent living in a safe, stable, and healthy environment. Tod’s Corner Founded in 1990 by Friends of People with AIDS Foundation, Tod’s Corner provides clothing, personal care items, and household goods to people living with HIV/AIDS. Additional services include basic veterinary care for companion pets, medical equipment, cremations, and other case-by-case needs. It is named in memory of Tod Hutchins, whose clothing “estate” began the Corner. Esther’s Pantry Esther’s Pantry is a food bank founded in 1985 for people with HIV/ AIDS. The Pantry allows clients to select food from well-stocked shelves, rather than receiving a pre-packed box of food. Located in Milwaukie, Esther’s typically serves over 200 clients per month. It is named in memory of Chester “Esther” Brinker, one of the first people in Portland to die of complications from AIDS. Our House is a nonprofit 501 (c)(3) organization. Reservations CALL 503-736-9276 or visit us online at www.ourhouseofportland.org to reserve your dinners! Please consider the following prior to making your call: Reservations are on a first-come first-served basis. Many dinners sell out quickly, so call early to ensure your spot. A credit card (VISA, MasterCard, American Express, Discover) or check is required to hold all reservations. Checks must be received within seven days of making the reservation. Our House is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. Fifty percent of each dinner ticket may be tax deductible as a charitable contribution to Our House, depending on your tax situation. The non- deductible portion represents the approximate fair market value of each ticket. Our House will issue a tax receipt letter to the individual who pays for the dinner reservations. If more than one person in your party needs a tax receipt, please make arrangements for them to make their payment directly to Our House. Please have the names and contact information of all guests who will be attending the dinner with you. Please note that some events may include more than the number of guests mentioned in the catalog if hosts are able to accommodate more. If a dinner is “SOLD OUT,” please ask to be put on the waiting list. Cancellations may occur or hosts may open additional spots.