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BALTIMORE CHAPTER OF NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF CATERING EXECUTIVES HOSTS SIXTH ANNUAL UNCORKED! WINE DINNER AND TABLE DESIGN COMPETITION

NACE Baltimore Chapter’s UNCORKED! is an award-winning fundraiser showcasing the creative talents of local members of the event industry for a great cause and a phenomenal evening.

BALTIMORE, MD – JANUARY 7, 2010 - The National Association of Catering Executives (NACE) Baltimore chapter will sponsor its sixth annual UNCORKED! fundraiser on Monday, March 15th 2010 from 5:30PM to 10:00PM at the American Visionary Art Museum located at 800 Key Highway, Baltimore, MD 21230.

UNCORKED! has received national acclaim, winning the NACE award for Best Fundraiser for three consecutive years. Proceeds will benefit the Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland, the Foundation of NACE, and the Baltimore Chapter of NACE Education Fund. NACE recognizes the need to support local food-based charities in these tough economic times, and looks forward to giving back to the community.

The theme for UNCORKED! 2010 is “Music,” and all aspects of the event will reflect the motif. Following an exceptional cocktail hour, guests will enjoy a three-course gourmet dinner showcasing the talents of several NACE chefs & caterers. Beverages for the evening will be provided by E&J Gallo Winery, Sterling Vineyards and Diageo Brands, Stolichnaya Applik Vodka, and El Jimador Vodka and brown Forman. The evening will also incorporate an extensive silent auction and highlight the creative talents of members with an extravagant table design competition. Lastly, this year’s fundraiser will feature the inaugural after-party following dinner with dancing to live music by theVIPs!

The event is open to the public, and tickets can be purchased in advance. Please visit www.baltimoreuncorked.com for more information and to purchase tickets.

About NACE: NACE is the oldest and largest professional association that addresses all aspects of the catering industry. Our Mission is to provide catering and event professionals superior education, networking & resources to enhance career success and deliver excellence to clients! NACE’s Baltimore Chapter is one of the largest in the nation, with a membership that includes some of the top chefs in Baltimore and other members expertly versed in all aspects of special event design and execution.