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M.E.N.U.S. 2021
Glitz & Glam of Vintage Vegas
By Debbie Hall Photos by Joseph Donato
M.E.N.U.S. 2021:
Glitz & Glam of Vintage Vegas
M.E.N.U.S. 2021 Glitz & Glam of Vintage Vegas, the dine-around event of the season, showcased the tastings from more than 30 restaurants and delicious drinks from 16 bars. The festive outdoor event, held on the Event Lawn at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, is the largest fundraiser for the Epicurean Charitable Foundation.
The need is greater than ever for high school seniors looking for ways to attend college. The Epicurean Charitable Foundation provides full-ride, four-year college scholarships, including fees, books, and tuition for four years, to high school seniors entering hospitality, food, beverage, meetings, and conventions. Many of E.C.F.’s scholarship recipients come from difficult backgrounds and face financial hardships, abuse, and homelessness. For students applying, the E.C.F. scholarship may be the only way they are able to afford a college education.
M.E.N.U.S. 2021 celebrated all things Vegas with entertainment provided by Zowie Bowie and Kenton Weaver as attendees showed off their festive vintage glitz and glam cocktail attire. Mr. Las Vegas, Wayne Newton, was this year’s honoree as an entertainer who gives back to his community. Epicurean Charitable Foundation is comprised of top food and beverage and hospitality executives who come together and found a way to help deserving students who are passionate about a career in the culinary arts or hospitality. These gifted but often financially underprivileged students are provided with a way to pursue their dreams and become future Las Vegas hospitality industry leaders through scholarships and mentorship opportunities. E.C.F. selects its scholarship recipients based on academic ability, extracurricular achievements, personal background, and financial need.
For more information, visit ecflv.org.
