Thank you so much to everyone who is joining us tonight at Foodwise Summer Bash. We have just a few tickets left, so get yours before they are gone!

Even if you are not attending the bash, you can still bid in our Foodwise Summer Bash online auction. Bid now on 20+ exciting food experiences and items, including some recently added items such as a Ferry Building gourmet tote with Hog Island & Arquet gift cards, Tito's Vodka premium swag haul, and Dandelion Chocolate truffle making class.

Our online auction ends TONIGHT, June 22, at 7:40 pm PST, so bid now! You will need to create a Better World account to bid. Proceeds support Foodwise's farmers markets, food access initiatives, and education programs. As a reminder, here’s a teaser of just a few of the packages you can bid on below.

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Here are just a few of the fabulous packages you can bid on. Click here to see ALL 20+ online auction packages and start bidding now »

Friedr Herder 8" Chef Knife and $250 to Bernal Cutlery

Friedr Herder Abr Sohn company is the longest continually operating knife making operation in Solingen, Germany. Its famous Pikas spade logo was registered in 1727, although their place in blade making traces back even earlier. Friedr Herder has kept many old carbon steel patterns in production and offers a variety of new production knives for professionals and home cooks. Bernal Cutlery is a beloved San Francisco cutlery shop established in 2005 by Josh Donald and Kelly Kozak in Bernal Heights. Their new Ferry Building location highlights Bernal Cutlery’s exclusive and best sellers: Japanese, French, German, Catalonian, English and American kitchen knives, vintage culinary knives, cookware, select kitchen tools, sharpening supplies as well as traditional and regional style pocket knives.

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Tsar Nicoulai Caviar & Bubbly Party

Looking to explore the world of caviar? Snap up this package and invite your friends to join you! Build your caviar party around this 500g tin of Baerii Caviar, eco certified from Tsar Nicoulai's sustainable partner farm in Greece. Baerii caviar is generally well-received for its balanced flavor, smooth texture, and versatility. Paired with a magnum of The Auctioneer brut méthode traditionnelle sparkling wine, named for local “foodie chap,” our Sunday Supper auctioneer, Liam Mayclem. Yes, Martha, luxury can be ethical!

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Sonoma Valley Stay at The Madrona

At The Madrona, guests get lost in the magic of their surroundings. Whether waking up to misty mornings, meandering the leafy pathways and art-filled halls, reveling in a convivial feast with kindred spirits, or quietly sipping cocktails on the porch to tangerine-hued sunsets, this stately manor welcomes curious travelers from all over for an experience filled with beauty, style, and delight. Named as one of the best hotels in California by Vogue, Michelin Guide, Conde Nast Traveler, and Architectural Digest, this historic estate was built in 1880 and remodeled in 2021, with the original architecture intact. Perched atop a hill overlooking emerald gardens, you’ll enjoy access to the hotel’s beautifully landscaped grounds, incredible restaurant and bar, an enchanting salt-water pool, and electric bikes for an adventure into town! The Madrona celebrates the cultures, flavors, and welcoming hospitality that define Northern California.

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Ferry Building Gourmet Tote with Hog Island & Arquet Gift Cards

Immerse yourself in the culinary splendor found within the Ferry Building Marketplace. This package includes selected premium Ferry Building Marketplace merchant goods, including Rechuiti chocolates, Stonehouse Olive Oil, Lychee Tea from Imperial Tea Court, and Shitake Jerky from Far West Fungi, all packed in a handy tote. Crowning these delights are a $250 gift certificate for Hog Island Oyster Co. and $100 for Arquet, the new restaurant concept from Alex Hong (of Michelin-starred Sorrel), opening at the Ferry Building in summer 2025!

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Rustic Glamping at La Selva Beach “Secret Garden”

This unique space in an artful La Selva Beach Hipcamp compound is called the “Boat House” because the roof looks like an upside down boat—a beautiful cabin with inspired woodworking perfect for a group of friends or a family. It fits 5-6 people comfortably, with its own entrance and access to communal amenities like showers, restrooms, outdoor kitchen, and fire pit. Surrounded by lush landscaping, this special space transports you to natural tranquility. Situated between Monterey and Santa Cruz, this rustic La Selva Beach experience is an "off-beat/off-the-beaten-path" hidden gem you won’t want to miss. Dogs are OK, and many add-ons are available for an additional fee, including access to a private beach!

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Dandelion Chocolate Truffle-Making Class for 4

Indulge in a delectable journey with a decadent truffle-making class at Dandelion Chocolate, San Francisco’s renowned bean-to-bar chocolatier. Dandelion Chocolate is dedicated to small-batch, handcrafted chocolate, emphasizing quality and sustainability. Their chocolate is made using only two ingredients: ethically sourced cocoa beans and organic cane sugar, ensuring a pure and exquisite flavor profile. This fun, interactive class is perfect for enjoying with family or friends. You'll discover the secrets of blending creamy ganache using Dandelion’s premium chocolate and master the technique of hand-rolling your ganache into exquisite truffles.

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