Each year 35+ local restaurants, 20+ wine distributors, sponsors and individuals come together to create this wonderful fundraiser. Our goal is simple…to end childhood hunger! Join Chef Billy Grant this years Share our Strength Chef of the Year to help us fight Childhood hunger in Central Connecticut.

This year Taste of the Nation will be on Thursday, May 6, 2010 at 960 Main Street from 6:00-9:00 p.m. in the Marquee Grand Ballroom. All proceeds from this fundraiser will benefit End Hunger Connecticut, FoodShare and Hartford Food Systems; all Connecticut-based organizations. Over 300 people attended last year and we raised more than $50,000. Please join with me in helping to end childhood hunger in Connecticut!

We are providing a special holiday promotion of 10% off ticket prices for the evening when you purchase tickets before December 31, 2009 (original prices are: $75, general admission and $120 for VIP). These tickets make great holiday gifts and are for an important cause! It would be wonderful to see you and your friends at this fabulous event.

Please pass this on to anyone whom you think may be interested in this exciting opportunity to help end childhood hunger. Go to: www.tasteofthenation.org/Hartford_tickets. Discount Code: HARTHOLIDAY.