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Cooking for the Arts:

About The Event

 

Join us for the 4th Annual Cooking for the Arts- A Night Painted in Flavor & Light, benefitting Southside Foundation for the Arts.

 

Expect an immersive celebration where creativity takes center stage and every moment is infused with flavor, movement, and inspiration. This one-of-a-kind interactive culinary experience invites guests to step into the action—preparing multiple courses tableside under the guidance of Phil Mancini and Jamil Pineda of Michael’s On East. Between courses, enjoy live entertainment, dancing, and meaningful giving—to raise vital funds for the arts programs at Southside Elementary. 

 

Time & Location

An unforgettable evening of artistry, color, and culinary brilliance comes to life on April 24, 2026, at the Michael’s On East Ballroom. 

April 24, 2026, 6:30 PM

Michael's On East, 1212 S East Ave, Sarasota, FL 34239, USA

 

 

Attire Vibes

Color-forward cocktail. Embrace bold hues, Havana Nights flair, and glamorous tropical touches that shine all night long. ​

 

We look forward to having you at this unforgetable evening full of surprises and fun ways to support SSFA. Bon Apetit!

 

Questions: Contact Co-chairs

Molly Biter & Montana Taplinger

molly.klauber@gmail.com/montanamross@gmail.com

ABOUT US >

The Southside School Foundation for the Arts ensures cultural and enrichment learning opportunities to all Southside students at every grade level. Learning through and about ALL the arts in an elementary setting is an essential part of a complete education.

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