WRA Awards Dinner 2010

The Occasion
Celebrate the year’s accomplishments with your fellow foodservice professionals as we honor outstanding restaurateurs from across Wisconsin, including the prestigious Restaurateur of the Year.

Tuesday, March 9
6:00 pm Reception
7:00 pm Dinner & Program

The Locale
The Grain Exchange plays host to the perfect blend of spectacular atmosphere and culinary experience.  Enjoy the historic grandeur of ornamental Italianate architecture while networking with peers over exquisite cuisine prepared by Bartolotta Catering Company.

The Grain Exchange
225 East Michigan Street
Historic Mackie Building ◆ Downtown Milwaukee

The Ticket
Reserve your place for an evening of exceptional dining presented by the WRA Education Foundation.  Dress to impress in your best attire.

$100 per person
Advanced registration required. 
Formal attire recommended.

Register Now!

The Awards
Hundreds of industry colleagues gather in an elegant location to hear the best kept industry secret, the revealing of the highly coveted Restaurateur of the Year winner.  Join the who's who list of attendees at this formal evening of fine dining, where the state's top restaurateurs are celebrated!

State Restaurateur of the Year
A surprise announcement, revealed the evening of the event.

Award of Merit
Ward Torke ◆ Torke Coffee Roasting Co., Sheboygan

Chapter Hero Award
Robert John ◆ B.J. Clancy's Grill & Bar, Appleton

Chapter Outstanding Restaurateurs of the Year

Big Four Chapter
R.C. Schroeder, Jr. ◆ Big Tomatoes

Eastern Shore Chapter
Jim Christensen ◆ Kurtz's Pub and Deli

Green Bay Chapter
Nancy Van Rite ◆ The Rite View

La Crosse Chapter
Kathy Call and Tom O'Brien ◆ North Country Steak Buffet

Lake to Lake Chapter
Jack and Jan Knipple ◆ Sebastian's Steak House

Madison Chapter
Chuck Taylor ◆ Blue Marlin

Milwaukee Chapter
Steve Sazama ◆ Saz's State House

South Central Chapter
Craig and Lea Culver ◆ Culver Franchising System

West Wisconsin Chapter
Carol Lien ◆ Connell's II at the Airport

Menu
The Grain Exchange plays host to the perfect blend of spectacular atmosphere and culinary experience. Enjoy the historic grandeur of ornamental Italianate architecture while networking with peers over exquisite cuisine prepared by Bartolotta Catering Company.

Reception
Hors d’ Oeuvres
Bacchus tuna tartare ◆ Smoked salmon ◆ Crispy shrimp ◆ Wild mushroom ravioli ◆ Cheese boards

First Course
Insalata di Rucola con Bietole
Roasted beet salad ◆ Arugula ◆ Gorgonzola ◆ Citrus segments

Intermezzo
Sorbetti Fatti in Casa
Meyer lemon vodka sorbet

Entrée
Filet Oscar
Tenderloin of beef ◆ Jumbo lump crab meat ◆ Parsnip black truffle gratin ◆ Asparagus ◆ Bearnaise

Dessert
Walnut-Armagnac Semi-Freddo
Gelato ◆ Praline ◆ Caramel

The Sponsors
Sponsors of the annual WRA Awards Dinner, are prominently showcased and receive generous recognition for their support.

Gold Sponsors
$5,000 contribution

• Company mission statement read by the evening’s emcee
• Logo showcased on its own event presentation slide
• Large logo in Awards Dinner event program
• Logo appears on every table sign
• Logo featured in Wisconsin Restaurant Expo show program
• Six complimentary reservations

Silver Sponsors
$2,500 contribution

• Logo prominently showcased on event presentation slide
• Company listed in the event program
• Company name appears on every table sign
• Four complimentary reservations
  

Bronze Sponsors
$1,000 contribution

• Company name on event presentation slide
• Company listed in the event program
• Company name on two table signs
• Four complimentary reservations ($400 value)
  

Table Sponsor
$500 contribution

• Company name on event presentation slide
• Company listed in the event program
• Company name on your own table sign
• Two complimentary reservations ($200 value)
  

Because the WRA Education Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization, part or all of your donation may be considered a tax-deductible charitable contribution for income tax purposes.