Taste of the Rams 2017 - Los Angeles Regional Food Bank

Taste of the Rams 2017 Recap

The second annual Taste of the Rams event presented by Don Lee Farms was held on Monday, October 9th at the Globe Theatre located at Universal Studios Hollywood^TM.

To date, this event has raised more than $310,000 for the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank, supporting our mission to fight hunger in LA County.

Every dollar donated enables to Food Bank to provide four meals, so Taste of the Rams has provided more than 1 million meals for our neighbors in need.

The evening featured Rams players, cheerleaders and some of LA’s top chefs. More than 400 attendees showed up to enjoy samples of LA’s finest food while mingling with their favorite players and showing support for the Food Bank.

To see the Rams coverage of the event, please click here.

2017 Photo Gallery

Taste of The Rams - Presented by Don Lee Farms

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2016 Photo Gallery

A dimly lit event hall with a modern setup featuring white couches and a central blue-lit bar buzzes with conversation. Guests mingle under the backdrop displaying "Taste of the NFL" amidst star-like lights, all while supporting the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank.

A chef prepares food on a table draped with a Rams-themed cloth, surrounded by others in white jackets at a charity event for the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank. Desserts and Rams-themed footballs are artfully displayed under warm lights, adding to the inviting atmosphere.

Four football players wearing navy and gold jerseys are seated in a row, smiling and looking to the right. One player sports a white cap. They appear to be at an event, possibly in support of the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank, with a blurred background setting the scene.

Four gourmet sliders with blue buns, skewered with decorative picks, are arranged on a table. Each burger features a meat patty, greens, and garnishes, all placed on square plates. The buns are sprinkled with sesame seeds, supporting the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank's mission by showcasing unique culinary artistry.

A modern event space buzzes with lively conversation as people gather around glowing tables, under soft overhead lighting. With white couches and yellow pillows, the room exudes warmth and vibrancy, echoing the community spirit of a Los Angeles Regional Food Bank event.

A group of people, including cheerleaders, a mascot, and men in suits, stand on a red carpet in front of a backdrop with logos for the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank and the Rams. Everyone is smiling and posing for the photo.

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2017 Event Details

When

Monday, October 9, 2017
General Reception: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Where

Globe Theatre
Universal Studios Hollywood^TM
Universal City, CA

ATTENDANCE, SCOPE & RECOGNITION

More than 500 guests are expected to attend this exclusive event, featuring some of L.A.’s best chefs.

Honorary Chair

Pro Bowl running back Todd Gurley
The event which will include Rams players, cheerleaders, and Rampage, the Ram’s mascot.

This Year’s Chefs

Vartan Abgaryan

71 Above

A man with a beard and shaved head is smiling in his white chef's coat. Indoors, under soft lighting, he stands as a proud supporter of the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank, embodying his commitment to community nourishment.

Vartan Abgaryan began his career late compared to most in the field. At the age of 20, his hunger for food and love for cooking lead him to the kitchen.

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Dave Histed

Pavilions

A smiling man in a chef's coat stands with arms crossed in front of a display of fresh vegetables at the grocery store, reminiscent of the abundant shelves at the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank. Lettuce, peppers, and onions burst forth with vibrant color and promise.

Chef Dave Histed is Executive Chef of Pavilions and whose cooking style merges elements of both modern science and classic tradition.

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Wilfrid Hocquet

GEORGIE

At Georgie, chef Wilfrid Hocquet imbues his native Southern France into the ethos, creating a menu that intertwines French Mediterranean and Southern Californian ingredients.

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Ted Hopson

The Bellwether

A man with glasses and a beard, wearing a white chef's coat, stands confidently with arms crossed in a restaurant setting reminiscent of the vibrant culinary scene supported by the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank. The background features bar stools and a counter.

Inspired by Co-Owner and Executive Chef Ted Hopson’s own nostalgic memories of cheerful family meals, The Bellwether in Studio City, CA puts forth an eclectic New American menu.

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Bruce Kalman

UNION

A bearded man with glasses and a friendly smile, wearing a plaid shirt and green apron, stands against a brick wall background. He's proud to volunteer at the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank, dedicating his time to help the community.

Bruce Kalman’s Northern Italian cooking style embraces the diverse and abundant produce of California to create exquisitely balanced flavor profiles meant to warm the soul at KP Hospitality concepts like UNION in Pasadena, CA and Knead & Co. Pasta Bar + Market in L.A.’s Grand central Market.

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Jessica Largey

SIMONE

Growing up near Los Angeles in Ventura County, surrounded by agriculture, Largey developed an appreciation for farming alongside her early love of cooking. After attending culinary school, she began her career working for renowned chef Michael Cimarusti at Providence in 2005.

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Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger

Border Grill

Two smiling women wearing chef jackets pose outdoors, representing the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank. The woman on the left dons an orange jacket, while the one on the right wears a blue one with a headscarf and glasses against a softly blurred natural background.

Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger are co-chef/owners of the popular, critically acclaimed Border Grill restaurants serving modern Mexican food in Los Angeles, LAX Airport, The Huntington, and Las Vegas at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino and The Forum Shops at Caesars.

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Steve Samson

SOTTO and RossobluI

A smiling man with a shaved head wearing a blue shirt and a striped apron is seated in a warmly lit setting, reminiscent of events hosted by the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank. Blurred lights add to the cozy atmosphere, where a glass sits invitingly on the table before him.

Chef Steve Samson spent his childhood summers in Bologna, Italy alongside his mother and grandmother in the kitchen, and with extended family throughout the region of Emilia – Romagna. Food has always been a centerpiece that connected family and community.

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Adam Sobel

Cal Mare

Adam Sobel is the Chef and Partner at The MINA Test Kitchen in San Francisco, which opened in July 2015. The first-ever test kitchen for MINA Group, the space serves as the R&D laboratory where the menu evolves to showcase a variety of cuisines and techniques through a series of pop-up dinners.

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Yoya Takahashi

UMI

Born and raised in Kyoto, Japan, Executive Sushi Chef Yoya Takahashi moved to Los Angeles with dreams of becoming an actor like his grandfather before him in Japan.

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Benjamin Udave

Sysco

Born in the heart of southern California, Benjamin grew up in a humble and hard working household where home cooked meals were part of his mother’s daily task.

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Marcel Vigneron

Entrepreneurial Gastronomist

A man with a beard and mustache stands with arms crossed, wearing a dark t-shirt and apron, embodying the spirit of dedication seen at the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank. The background is a neutral dark gray.

Marcel Vigneron has dedicated his life to gastronomy and honing his skills as a chef. He’s an
artisan who has an affinity for culinary knowledge, who uses a knife.

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