Mardi Party on Grand
A Celebration of Edible Art

Auction Menu
March 18, 2006

* = current bid

New Orleans Classics Pastry C'Art International Palette

King's Cake *$15
A Mardi Gras classic that can easily be served to the whole royal court.

Naw-lens Junkit Bread Puddin'  with   Whiskey Sauce *$20
Need we say mo'??

Jambalaya *$20
Delight in this New Orleans taste sensation from Carl and Sharon Klein's kitchen.

French Quarter Breakfast *$20
Beignet Mix and New Orleans coffee to start your day New Orleans style!

 

Art-y Parties


Champagne Brunch for Eight by the Drinking Bridge Club *$20
Let DBC serve your CBE with style, charm and lots of panache for a special occasion or just because!

Bogenrief Studio Party+ *$20
For 20 lucky people AOG cooks will provide a grand selection of savory appetizers and refreshments while Jesse Bogenrief provides studio ambiance with a glass-blowing demonstration.  Plus your appetizers will be presented on a unique, hand-blown piece for you to keep!

Cocktails and Gourmet Dinner for 10 *$25
Bonnie Vetter's back with her offer to entertain 10 lucky people in her home with cocktails, a mouthwatering 6 course gourmet dinner, and dessert

Murder Mystery Dinner for 8 *$20
An evening of who-done-it fun at your house with conspiracy and cuisine provide by Barb Workman and friends!

 

 

Blue Moose Surprise *$20
Whatever it is, it is sure to be a sweet taste sensation!

Brownies x 3 *$30
Decadent, delightful & downright devilish, Dave & Cindy Dather's favorite brownie creations are guaranteed to satisfy the most discriminating chocolate connoisseur.

Chris Newman's Surprise *$25
What will it be? Last year it was Voodoo, with caramel and chocolate...before that, Chocolate Raspberry...We're not sure what Chris will bake up this year, but we KNOW it'll be spectacular

Coconut Cake *$25
A taste of the tropics in this luscious cake from Bonnie Vetter

Cookies Now & Then *$20
Betty Ann mixes up treats for your sweet tooth and keeps them fresh in their own decorated jar and some for you to bake yourself whenever you wish

Bundle of Bread *$15
The sisters at Mainstreet Cafe' are known for the loaves in this bundle of baked goods that can only be found at their cafe - unless your the lucky winner of this bid!

Swirls of Sugar & Spice *$20
Kathy Elliot's homemade cinnamon rolls melt in your mouth and twirl your taste buds.

Carroll's Sweet Mystery *$20
Colleen Thompson's creation will without a doubt, pose that famous Shakespearean question:  To Eat or Not to Eat... whether 'tis nobler to display upon your table... or just dig in and gobble it up.

Mexican Dinner for 10 *$25
Hola Senoritas y Senores.  No need to travel to delight in this south -of-the border feast by Bob & Lynn Swan and John & Mary Rahn.

Leaning Tower of Pizza *$50
A taste of Italy is yours with this certificate for a large pizza each month for the next 12 months at City Limits Neighborhood Grill.

Spaghetti Dinner for 8 *$20
Mama Mia!  A slow simmered, rich and savory authentic Italian spaghetti dinner cooked by Carl Carlentini just for you.  Bring your appetite!

Mexican Mystery Basket *$45
A basketful of surprises from the Rahn's visit to the Mexican market this past winter, flown in just in time for Mardi Party!

Ceili Cookies *$15
Nancy Schoenewe's come with a kick at SCT!  Nancy promises 10 lucky people Irish dancing lessons and oatmeal cookies for a break in between.

Linzer Torte *$25
Martin Arthur's Viennese dessert will be sure to please your palate

Pirok *$20
Sheryl Hall bakes a Russian pastry with raspberry filling to help you kick up your heels.

Kraneskake *$25
Sharon Simington's traditional Norwegian cake will add a festive touch to any celebration. 

Bottle Art Mixed Media Fun Food 
Bottled Vegetables *$15ea
Have trouble eating your vegetables?  Drink them!  Tom Dettmer's vintage wines, you can drink them.

A Case of Down Town Brown *$60
No mystery here- just 24 bottles of Bob Goeken's famous beer in a box.

Schooley's Secret Sauce *$10
An artistic blend of seasonings makes this a most versatile sauce that will accompany most anything!

Cherry Bounce *$20
Shelley Krile's whiskey concoction is bound to help put bounce in your step!

 

Crystallized Gold *$50
Bob Swan's honey bees fill Galaway Crystal honey jar making a tasteful presentation of one of nature's oldest elixirs.

A Maize 'n Eggs *$35
Home grown sweet corn meal and 18 farm fresh eggs in a trug from Heather Johnson's farm.

Popcorn Pottery *$20
A classic combo for family munching: Homegrown popcorn perfected by Gary Holck with a set of ceramic bowls carved by Chad Elliott.

 

 

Weekly Feature Menu


To Be Announced

 

Daily Specials


To Be Announced

 

Grazing Table Samplers


All you can eat available the night of Mardi Party on March 18.

Edible Games *$15
Oxana believes you can play with your food and eat it too!

Roadkill Buzzard Delight *$25
The Schooley's bring "the squirrel of indecision who met his car-mic demise" to the table.

A Piece of Pizza *$20
Is it or isn't it?  It's a piece of cake to see that Kay Kracht's treat will delight fans of both.

Hand Dipped Temptations *$20
A custom-made selection of hand dipped chocolates all the way from Temptations in downtown Ames, IA.

3-Wheelin Creepy Crawlers *$20
Gummy worms in edible mud and dirt are easily transported in a handy wheelbarrow to wherever you need them.

I Scream Ice Cream *$20
A container of Vandeberg's hand made ice cream to melt in your mouth and sweeten your day!

Animal Cookies For 4-Legged Friends *$15
Rhonda Helm bakes up treats for your four legged companions

 

Decadent Demonstration!


To Be Announced


Proxy Bidding Options 


Leave your bid with us!
Look for the proxy bidding Form in the newsletter or stop in at Arts on Grand!
Live bidding by phone on the night of March 18th available - call Arts on Grand early to secure your phone bidding partner! (Proxy Bidding Form required, unless other arrangements are made).

Hands-on Studio
Classic Baby Back Ribs
Three full racks of baby back ribs from America Classic Cafe will have you licking your fingers and smacking your lips in no time.

Cooking School for 6 *$15ea
The art of baking the perfect caramel roll and it's many variations is yours to master at the hands of Bonnie Vetter.

Gary's Garden Goodies *$10/mo
A basket of home grown veggies from Gary Holck's garden will spark up your salads, salsa, and suppers this summer.

Deja Vous Ribs
Another three racks of baby back ribs for the bidder who didn't get into the action the first time.

Edible Plants  *$20
Del's Garden Center presents an artistic blend of herbs and other plants to liven up your meals, artfully arranged in a basket of many uses

Fondue Set with Hot Fudge Sauce *$25
Chocolate Fondue with Ann Holck's famous fudge sauce is the perfect end to any dinner party.

California Condiments  *$30
Dress up your appetizers and meals with some favorites from the city by the Bay!