Journey down the Silk Road from China to the Middle East, and experience exquisite Asian cuisine paired with unique wines and spirits.
This unique culinary experience includes seven food and wine pairings from local Asian restaurants including Koriente, Swad and Kala’s Kuisine (and many more), a Japanese tea bar sponsored by Zhi Teas, and a silent auction. Sommeliers Rachel Wilson and Claudia Alarcón will be your guide to this fun evening covering each food region and wine pairing.
Vegetarian options are available. Must be 21 or over to participate.
All proceeds benefit SAHELI for Asian Families, which provides critical services to domestic violence, sexual assault and trafficking survivors.
THE SILK ROAD
An Asian Epicurean Journey
Saturday, October 15th, 2011
7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Mexican American Cultural Center
600 River St, Austin TX 78701
SAHELI specifically addresses the cultural and language needs of Asian and other immigrant families affected by domestic violence. Our values and mission are reflected in our programs, which integrate culture and language specific direct services, educational programs, and community-based initiatives and advocacy.
SAHELI represents six words that define our services:
Support, Advocate, Heal, Empower, Listen, and Inform.
SAHELI for Asian Families
Phone: 512.358.6318 x 200
Fax: 512.777.4539
Hotline: 1-877-281-8371
www.saheli-austin.org