Press Releases for June 5, 2007

PAUL SMOLEN HONOURED BY PREMIER CAMPBELL FOR SUPPORTING SPECIAL OLYMPICS
(Directly from the press release.)

On May 31st 2007, the Hart to Heart Croquet Tournament presented by the Hart House at Deer Lake in Burnaby was inducted into the Special Olympics BC Hall of Fame for charity work on behalf of Special Olympics. The induction took take place at a special reception attended by Californian Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger. Premier Gordon Campbell presented the award to Paul Smolen, General Manager of Hart House, and Joan Hess, Hart to Heart Croquet Tournament committee member.

Hart House has long been a supporter of Special Olympics. For each of the past nineteen years it has mounted a fundraising event called the Hart to Heart Croquet Tournament. Special Olympics BC has been the beneficiary of the event since 1995. The Hart to Heart Tournament has to date raised more than $550,000 to support the work of Special Olympics BC. Dedicated to providing high-quality sports programs and competitions for individuals with intellectual disabilities, Special Olympics BC serves more than 3,500 athletes in 51 communities around British Columbia.

On May 31st Arnold Schwarzenegger attended a Special Olympics BC Sponsor and Athlete Summit where the Hall of Fame induction took place. Schwarzenegger’s wife, Maria Shriver, has a personal connection to the organization. Maria Shriver’s mother, Eunice Kennedy Shriver, is the honorary chairperson of the Special Olympics, and is the Executive Vice President of the Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr. Foundation that established the Special Olympics in 1968.

This year’s Hart to Heart Croquet Tournament will be held in on Friday, September 14, 2007. The day will start with a continental breakfast at Hart House, which is well known for its exceptional brunches. A day-long croquet tournament will follow. The game will be played on the elegant grounds of the Hart House estate and will be accompanied by live music. The tournament will stop for a special lunch prepared by Executive Chef Dennis Peckham, who will apply his celebrated culinary skills to create an unforgettable buffet. Play will resume after lunch. Prior to the final match participants will be treated to Pimm’s and a selection of cocktail sandwiches. The dinner that follows will be accompanied by an additional musical guest. Both live and silent auctions will add to the fun!





WALK IN FOR THIS 10TH ANNIVERSARY DEAL IN YALETOWN
(Edited from the press release.)

To celebrate its 10th anniversary, Hamilton Street Grill will be offering a $10 price deal on their 8 oz sirloin steaks.

From June 11th to June 17th (Father's Day), enjoy an 8 oz. sirloin grilled to order, just the way you like it,
with garlic mashed potatoes and market fresh vegetables for just ten dollars.

1009 Hamilton St., Vancouver. Reservations: 604-331-1511





BBQ GRILL CLASSES WITH SAVORY COAST'S CHEF ROMY PRASAD.
(Edited from the press release.)

Join Romy Prasad as he teaches, for the 3rd year, his popular and fun BBQ and Grill class on Savory Coast's patio. Your choice of two Saturdays in June, 10:00 am - 12:00 noon followed by lunch. Rain or shine!

Learn the art of grilling meats, whole fish, seafood and vegetables, and how to make marinades, sauces and rubs. Finish the menu with s'mores! You will also pick up pointers from Romy on the best tools for the job and safe food handling. Make it a father and son event for Father's Day or come with a friend followed by the afternoon shopping on Robson Street.

$35.00 per person - Cost includes cooking class and lunch (16 person limit)

Grill class - Saturday, June 16th or Saturday, June 23rd
10:00 am - 12:00 pm followed by lunch
Savory Coast Restaurant, Upper floor - 1133 Robson Street, Vancouver.

Reserve by credit card at 604-642-6278 or at info@savorycoast.ca