Verde Valley News – Eight lucky Sedonians recently enjoyed a special seven course Spanish tapas dinner, paired with six Spanish wine varietals. The dinner, at the home of Oak Creek Villagers David Gill and Elizabeth Loos, resulted from auction bids benefitting the Verde Valley Sanctuary (VVS).
The tapas plates included a traditional nibbling plate with both Marcona and Valencia almonds, Manchego and Petit Basque cheeses, Marinated Olives and Bacon-wrapped Dates. Additional tapas plates, served in the order listed, included Cold Melon Soup with Prosciutto, Lemon Garlic Shrimp with Lemon Raviolis, Beef with Dried Cherry Relish on Crostini, Artichoke Hearts and Tomatoes, Smoked Chicken and Gorgonzola Salad on Endive Leaves, Warm Goat Cheese Crostini, Tenderloin with Caramelized Onions and Horseradish Cream, and lastly a traditional Flan.
Guests also received a presentation from one of VVS’s Board members to hear more about VVS’ history and services. VVS’s mission is to provide safety, services, and comfort to survivors of domestic and sexual violence. Free services provided by the VVS:
- Emergency Shelter 24/7/365 (Pet-Friendly)
- Transitional Housing w/Match Savings Program
- Lay Legal Advocacy
- Community Based Advocacy
- Youth Violence Prevention Education
- Crisis Hotline 24/7/365 (928) 634-2511
For more information about VVS or to make a donation, contact Community Development Director Tracey McConnell at (928) 282-2755, tracey@verdevalleysanctuary.org, or visit the website https://www.verdevalleysanctuary.org.