Great Chefs, a gourmet celebration to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Sacramento, is Saturday, August 21, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Sacramento Capitol Plaza, 300 J Street in Sacramento, just off the I-5 freeway.

This 9th annual event, sponsored by California Family Fitness, features head chefs from some of the area's finest restaurants, wineries and breweries, who will be pairing foods and beverages for a fun-filled, one-of-a-kind evening. In addition, the evening includes a silent auction and dancing, as well as delicious desserts. Featured restaurants include Aioli Bodega Espanol, Bake Sense Inc., Just 4 U Catering, Event Architects, California Capitol Chefs Association, Sacramento Cookie Factory and River City Brewing Company.

Last year's Great Chefs event drew over 400 people, and even more are expected this year. Pre-sale tickets to Great Chefs are available now for $50 per person, or purchase a 6-pack for $260. Tickets will be $65 at the door on the night of the event. To purchase tickets now, click here.

Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) is the oldest, largest and most effective youth mentoring organization in the United States, and has been the leader in one-to-one youth service for
more than a century, developing positive relationships that have a direct and lasting impact on the lives of young people. Big Brothers Big Sisters Sacramento serves children, ages 7 through 15, in Sacramento, Yolo, Placer, and San Joaquin Counties.

by Juliet Farmer