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25TH ANNUAL CUISINE FOR ART
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25TH ANNUAL CUISINE FOR ART

May 25, 2023


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The Art and Culture Center/Hollywood celebrated its 25th Annual Cuisine for Art fundraiser presented by the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and supported by the Windhover Foundation. The annual event took place at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood on Thursday, May 25. The event netted over $106,000 for the Center’s arts programs.




This year’s honoree was Board of Trustees Secretary Misty Weinger of Kofsky Weinger, PA. Over 400 guests attended this year’s soiree and enjoyed a cocktail reception, followed by a three-course dinner and live entertainment.


Cuisine for Art featured 23 elected officials and community leaders serving as Celebrity Waiters during an exciting and entertaining evening. Guests enjoyed complimentary wine, beer, vodka and rum cocktails, a three-course dinner, and live entertainment by Ilan Tarrab and Divas Through the Decades. This year’s fundraiser also included a guest appearance by best-selling author and 2019 Cuisine for Art Honoree Dave Barry.


“We’re exceptionally proud that our 25th Annual Cuisine for Art Fundraiser was the largest and most successful fundraiser to date. We are thankful of all our generous sponsors, donors, Celebrity Waiters, and guests,” said Joy Satterlee, Executive Director of the Art and Culture Center/Hollywood. “This engaging night happened due to so many organizations and individuals support as well as the dedication to the Center from our staff, volunteers, and our amazing chairs, Susan Renneisen, Jules Meyer and Anna Smith.”

Celebrity Waiters

Elected Government Officials with Jurisdiction over the City of Hollywood

  • Hon. Lauren Book, Florida State Senator

  • Hon. Jason Pizzo, Florida State Senator

  • Hon. Hillary Cassel, Florida State Representative

  • Hon. Marie Woodson, Florida State Representative

  • Hon. Beam Furr, Broward County Commissioner

  • Hon. Josh Levy, City of Hollywood Mayor

  • Hon. Adam Gruber, City of Hollywood Vice Mayor

  • Hon. Kevin Biederman,City of Hollywood Commissioner

  • Hon. Traci Callari, City of Hollywood Commissioner

  • Hon. Idelma Quintana, City of Hollywood Commissioner

  • Marty Kiar, Broward County Property Appraiser

  • Debbi Hixon, Broward County School Board member, at-large


Community Leaders

  • Anthony Billisi, Pastry Chef, Mimi's Ravioli

  • Jacey Birch, Anchor/animal advocate,WPLG Local 10

  • Tim Curtin, Executive Director of Community Services, Memorial Healthcare System

  • Todd Delmay, Executive Director, SMARTRide 

  • Phil Dunlap, Broward Cultural Division Director

  • Michael Goodman, President/Founder,Goodman Public Relations

  • John Mabry, Portfolio Director/Enterprise Development, AutoNation, Inc.

  • Jules Meyer, Event Co-Chair & Founder/President, PR Pageant Coaches

  • Melissa Milroy, Senior Marketing Manager, Galleria Fort Lauderdale

  • Ben Wesley, Senior External Affairs Manager, FPL; Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and Art and Culture Center/Hollywood Board Chair

  • Julie Williamson-Bresset, Senior Vice President/Private Client Advisor Bank of America Private Bank

25th Annual Cuisine for Art Honoree
Misty Weinger

Misty Weinger, CPA, CFF, CVA is a long-time Board member and engaged donor of the Art and Culture Center/Hollywood.  She is the Senior Partner/Shareholder at Kofsky Weinger, PA, and is managing partner forthe firm’s tax practice.  


Ms. Weinger joined the Art and Culture Center/Hollywood’s Board of Trustees over 20 years ago (2002) and continues to serve on the Board today. She served as Board Chair from October 2015 through September 2018.  Ms. Weinger currently serves in leadership roles -- Board Secretary, the Executive Committee, the Finance/Audit Committee, and the Board Governance/Nominating Committee.   


The South Florida native was instrumental in contributing funds to determine the feasibility of creating a new Arts Education building on the Center’s 1.3-acre campus back in 2013 (architectural plans as well as permits have since been completed to make this a reality).  In addition, she is a regular donor to the Center, performs advocacy efforts, and attends all the fundraisers and most of the Center’s exhibition openings and Education Department’s students’ performances. 


In addition to her involvement with the Center she is active in the local community to benefit special needs children. 


Ms. Weinger won the Florida Association of Museum’s statewide annual award in 2018 as “Outstanding Trustee;” was nominated as the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants (FICPA) “Women to Watch;” was recently inducted in the Daughters of the American Revolution; serves on the Community Foundation of Broward’s Professional Advisors Council; and is a member of the Miami-Dade Chapter of the FICPA. 


Prior to joining Kofsky Weinger, PA, Ms. Weinger worked for three years with the John S. Bush, CPA firm in Plantation.  She has over 20 years of experience as a CPA (Certified Public Accountant) and holds certifications from the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts as a CVA (Certified Valuation Analyst) and from the American Institute of Certified Public Accounts as a CFF (Certified in Financial Forensics).  She completed her Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration with a major in Finance at the University of Florida. She subsequently completed post-graduate courses at Florida Atlantic University requisite for achieving her certification as a CPA in Florida.  


Ms. Weinger embodies the phrase – Model Board member. 

GUEST SPEAKER

DAVE BARRY - 19th Annual Cuisine for Art Honoree


Dave Barry, the Center’s Cuisine for Art 2019 honoree, is an award-winning author and humor columnist. For many years, he wrote a syndicated newspaper column that appeared in more than 500 newspapers in the US and abroad. In 1988, Barry won the Pulitzer Prize for Commentary while at The Miami Herald. One of Barry’s columns was largely responsible for the movement to observe “International Talk Like A Pirate Day” every year on September 19. He also was awarded the Walter Cronkite Award for Excellence in Journalism (2005).


Barry has written more than 30 books, with his most recent novel published by Simon and Schuster, Swamp Story.

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"Before you open this book, ask yourself one important question: How hard do I want to laugh? Because (a) it’s Dave Barry, and (b) it’s Dave Freaking Barry. Of course, Swamp Story is about greed, fraud, and viral fame, but there are also big-ass reptiles to keep the sketchiest characters on their toes. Everything that happens in this wild novel could easily happen in South Florida, and probably will. Read it here first. Dave’s version is always the funniest." — Carl Hiaasen

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Barry’s other books, include “Lessons From Lucy: The Simple Joys of an Old, Happy Dog.” Two of Barry’s books were the basis for the CBS sitcom Dave’s World, which aired from 1993 to 1997. Along with Ridley Pearson, Barry wrote the bestselling Starcatchers series of young-adult novels, one of which was adapted as the Tony-award winning Broadway play Peter and the Starcatcher.

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Barry lives in Miami (he really likes it the despite what people say) with his family and their dog.

ILAN TARRAB BIO – COCKTAIL RECEPTION SINGER

Ilan is a 17-year-old born and raised in Hollywood Fl who loves to sing oldies. A student at South Broward High School, Ilan has been entertaining at local restaurants since he was 14. Ilan, who won Tri-Rail’s South Florida Kids Got Talent competition in 2022, received Superior for his Solo Performance, Large Group Performance, and One Act at the Florida State thespians.


Ilan also sang the National Anthem at the National Polo Center
2023 USPA Gold Cup Final.

DIVAS THROUGH THE DECADES is a musical tribute to the most dynamic female vocalists in American pop history, featuring songs from the 40’s, through today’s current hits. The show features music made famous by various Divas including Tina Turner, Diana Ross and the Supremes, Celine Dion, Aretha Franklin, Gloria Estefan, Madonna, Beyonce, Shania Twain, Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood, and many more.

THANK YOU TO ALL OUR SPONSORS!


Thank you to all the Auction Item Donors!​

  • 14 N Daiquiri Bar| Dania Improv  

  • American Social  

  • Angelika Tummings  

  • Applebee's  

  • BeachDaze Entertainment  

  • Beauty of Wax  

  • Beranek Optometry  

  • Billy’s Stone Crab  

  • Bistro Mezzaluna  

  • Boatyard  

  • Bob Roth’s New River Groves  

  • Boca Raton Museum of Art  

  • Bonnet House Museum  

  • Broward Center for the Performing Arts  

  • Broward County Film Society  

  • Butterfly World  

  • Cancun Vacations  

  • Capital Grille  

  • Capone’s Flicker Lite Bar and Pizza  

  • Casa Calabria  

  • Cast Hair Salon  

  • Chef Marco Café  

  • Club at Harbor Beach Marriott Resort  

  • Club Pilates  

  • Cooper's Hawk Dania Pointe  

  • Crayola Experience  

  • Danik Med Spa  

  • Designs by Dini  

  • Diplomat Beach Resort  

  • Don & LuRu Rudawsky  

  • Drew James Salon  

  • Duffy’s Sports Grill  

  • Dunkin Donuts  

  • Emrelle Skincare  

  • Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden  

  • Flamingo Gardens  

  • Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival  

  • Fort Lauderdale Historical Society 

  • Lisa Fruchy  

  • Galleria Mall 

  • Randy Gilbert  

  • Jill Ginsberg 

  • Mars Glenn  

  • Green Dermatology & Cosmetic Center 

  • Michael Goodman  

  • Elena Hershey   

  • Hollywood Fire Rescue & Beach Safety  

  • Hollywood Historical Society  

  • Hollywood Hot Glass  

  • International College Counselors  

  • Island City Stage 

  • Marty Jacobsen  

  • JetBlue  


  • JetBlue  

  • Joe’s Grill 

  • David Kofsky 

  • Liz Kofsky  

  • Christine LaRouche 

  • Laurate Key West  

  • Lee’s Locksmith & Bicycles 

  • Michael Leffler  

  • LIPS FLL  

  • Oscar Llorente 

  • Live with Kelly and Mark 

  • Barbara Marks  

  • Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort 

  • Maxine Margolis  

  • Marriot Hollywood Beach 

  • Jules Meyer   

  • Michelle Lambert Spa  

  • Mickey Byrne's Irish Pub  

  • Morningstar Jewelers & Pawnbrokers  

  • Museum of Discovery & Science  

  • NSU Art Museum  

  • Oceans 13  

  • Old Davie School Historical Museum  

  • Orale Restaurant  

  • Organic Nails  

  • Papa’s Raw Bar  

  • Patty Macs  

  • Perry Ellis  

  • PRP Wine International / South Florida  

  • Quarterdeck 

  • Susan Renneisen  

  • Riverside Hotel  

  • Rossitto’s Italian Gourmet Market & Eatery  

  • Ruth Chris  

  • Sake Thai  

  • Saradelli's 

  • Joy Satterlee  

  • Season’s 52  

  • Seminole Hard Rock  

  • Shenanigans Sports Pub 

  • Eleanor Sobel   

  • Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits 

  • Alan Stang  

  • Stop Being Lazy B**ch Athleisure  

  • Stranahan House  

  • Symphony of the Americas  

  • Tailored Fitness  

  • Thasos Restaurant  

  • Tiki Tiki  

  • Todos Club  

  • Turnberry Isle Country Club  

  • Wawa 

  • Misty Weinger 

  • Isabel Wise 

Event Committee

Jules Meyer,  Event Co-Chair

Susan Renneisen,  Event Co-Chair

Anna Smith,  Event Co-Chair

Tracy Lyons Cenami

Jill Ginsberg

Mars Glenn

Jen Gravelle

Patricia Schnall Gutierrez

Elena Hershey

Marty Jacobsen

Christina LaRouche

Oscar Llorente

Maxine Margolis

Barbara Marks

Randy Ortzman

Leo Sarmiento

Joy Satterlee

Alan Stang

Yvette Wasserman

David Weaver



25th Annual Cuisine for Art Sponsorships


Supporting Sponsor(s) - $10,000

  • Company or individual name(s) recognized in title as “supported by”

  • Two (2) reserved tables of 10 – Premium placement and unlimited champagne for your tables

  • A full-page color ad in the evening program’s inside cover

  • Wine and Cheese Private Reception and Tour of Center galleries for 25 guided by Curator and Executive Director (advance reservation required)

  • Logo recognition on large screen by the stage at event

  • Verbal recognition at the event

  • Logo on all event collateral materials (deadline permitting)

  • Link on Center’s website to sponsor’s website
    (Cuisine for Art page)

  • Selection of “Celebrity Waiter” to serve your table

  • Complimentary photographs taken at the event

  • Recognition on the Center’s foyer marble wall
    (entrance to building)

  • 5 Fellow-level memberships to the Center ($1,250 value) - 
    Allows free admission to over 1,200 cultural institutions


Champagne Sponsorship - $5,000

  • Two (2) reserved tables of 10 – Premium placement and unlimited champagne for your tables

  • A full-page color ad in the evening program
    (preferential placement)

  • Logo recognition on large screen by the stage at event

  • Verbal recognition at the event

  • Logo on all event collateral materials (deadline permitting)

  • Link on Center’s website to sponsor’s website
    (Cuisine for Art page)

  • Selection of “Celebrity Waiter” to serve your table

  • Complimentary photographs taken at the event

  • Recognition on the Center’s foyer marble wall

  • Private tour of Center galleries for 10 by Curator and Executive Director (advance reservation required)

  • 5 Fellow-level memberships to the Center ($1,250 value) - 
    Allows free admission to over 1,200 cultural institutions


Bordeaux Sponsorship - $3,500

  • Reserved table of 10 – Premium placement

  • Unlimited champagne for your table

  • A full-page color ad in the evening program (preferential placement)

  • Logo Recognition on Large Screen by the stage at event

  • Verbal recognition at the event

  • Logo on all collateral materials (deadline permitting)

  • Recognition on Center’s website (Cuisine for Art page)

  • Recognition on the Center’s foyer marble wall
    (entrance to building)

  • 5 Center Friend-level memberships ($750 value) -
    Allows free admission to over 1,200 cultural institution


Burgundy Sponsorship - $2,500

  • Reserved table of 10

  • Selection of “Celebrity Waiter” to serve your table

  • A full-page color ad in the evening program

  • Recognition on large screen by the stage at event

  • Verbal recognition at the event

  • Logo on all collateral materials (deadline permitting)

  • Recognition on Center’s website (Cuisine for Art page)

  • Recognition on the Center’s foyer marble wall
    (entrance to building)

  • Complimentary photographs taken at the event


Rhône Sponsorship - $1,000

  • Pair of tickets to event

  • A full-page color ad in the evening program

  • Recognition on large screen by the stage at event

  • Verbal recognition at the event

  • Logo on all collateral materials (deadline permitting)

  • Recognition on Center’s website (Cuisine for Art page)

  • Recognition on the Center’s foyer marble wall
    (entrance to building)


Program Ads: $150 Full-page color (6.5 in x 8 in)

The Art and Culture Center/Hollywood is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization supported in part by its members, admissions, private entities, the City of Hollywood; the Broward County Cultural Division, the Cultural Council, and the Broward County Board of County Commissioners; the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Arts and Culture, the Florida Council on Arts and Culture, and the National Endowment for the Arts; the David and Francie Horvitz Family Foundation; the Josephine S. Leiser Foundation, and the Helen Ingham Foundation.. We welcome donations from all members of the community who wish to support our work.

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