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Cooking for the Arts 2026

April 24, 2026

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Michael's On East

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 while enjoying live entertainment.

Cooking for the Arts 2026
Cooking for the Arts 2026

Time & Location

April 24, 2026

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

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




Tickets

  • Palm Court VIP Table Sponsor

    Sale ends

    Apr 23, 12:49 PM

    VIP 12 top has premium seating | 2 bottles of Veuve Clicquot Champagne |12 tickets to event | Name recognition the night of the event | Plus a few other VIP touches!

    $4,000.00

  • Apron Sponsor (4 tickets)

    Sale ends

    Apr 23, 12:50 PM

    Verbal recognition for underwriting custom SSFA Aprons at the event | recognition printed in event cookbook | name displayed on event screen | acknowledgment on social media | 4 general admission tickets to the event

    $3,000.00

  • Cookbook Sponsor (4 tickets)

    Verbal recognition for underwriting custom SSFA Aprons at the event | recognition printed in event cookbook | name displayed on event screen | acknowledgment on social media | 4 general admission tickets to the event

    $3,000.00

    Sold Out
  • Individual Ticket

    *Please notate seating requests during checkout. Maximum per table is 8 guests.

    $275.00

    Sold Out
  • Teacher's Ticket

    Sale ends

    Apr 23, 10:00 AM

    *** For Teachers and Spouses of Teachers Only *** Elite Open Bar

    $200.00

  • Upgrade to VIP Table

    Already reserved an 8 top? Create room for 4 additional guests and upgrade to VIP for an elevated event experience with VIP perks!

    $1,800.00

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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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