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AUCTION - November 23, 2008


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Savannah Chanelle Vineyards
Private Tour and Tasting for 15
$300
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$100 Savannah Chanelle, nestled in the redwoods along the historic "Chaine d'Or" in the Santa Cruz Mountains, cultivates five award-winning varietals. Savannah-Chanelle Vineyards' focus is on Pinot Noir: hand-crafted, small lot production designed to showcase what Savannah-Chanelle Vineyards believes to be some of the finest Pinot Noir Vineyards from the best Pinot growing regions throughout California's large and diverse appellations. Donated by Savannah Chanelle Vineyards
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Byington Vineyard and Winery
Private Tour and Tasting for 30
$300
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$90 Treat yourself and your friends to this special event. Just minutes from the commotion of Silicon Valley, Byington Winery is your rejuvenating destination in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Whether you are looking for a stunning site for your wedding, an ideal location for your next corporate event, or a gorgeous spot for an informal picnic, Byington Winery is your chance to depart from the ordinary. Originally conceived as a family residence, the Byingtons welcome you into their home-away-from-home. The winery was established in 1987 by entrepreneur Bill Byington and the family is still actively involved in the day-to-day operations of the winery. Enjoy the wine country experience we have created for you right in the backyard of Silicon Valley. Escape from the stress of your world. Breathe in the tranquility of panoramic views, beautifully crafted wines and clean mountain air. Come and experience all that Byington has to offer you. Donated by Byington Winery
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Hobee's California Restaurants
$25 Gift Certificate
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$15 Great brunch with fast friendly service in a casual atmosphere. The blueberry coffee cake is amazing and the selection of omelets it accompanies is large enough for everyone to find a favorite. Donated by Hobee's California Restaurants
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McCormick and Kuleto's Seafood
$50 Gift Certificate
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$35 McCormick and Kuleto's prepares fresh seafood in a traditional manner with a contemporary twist, as well as many other original favorites such as sirloin steak & pastas. Located in Ghirardelli Square in San Francisco, you'll enjoy some great views along with your terrific meal. The San Francisco Examiner raves, "Crab cakes are the best I have ever tasted." Donated by McCormick and Kuleto's, expires December 1, 2009
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Buck's of Woodside
$35 Gift Certificate
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$20 One of the most refreshing things about Buck's is that it has personality. Another is that it is one of a kind. It isn't a chain - just a thriving local cafe driven by the energy of an imaginative owner and lively staff. As Buck's menu evolves throughout the day, so does its clientele. While you might see power suits at breakfast, weekday lunch draws people who are heading toward the ocean or just driving by. During the evening it's a mix of everyone, with families and kids welcome. Donated by Buck's of Woodside
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Buck's of Woodside
$35 Gift Certificate
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$20 Buck's is your place whether you want breakfast, lunch or dinner in a casual setting on the Peninsula. Home of "Flap Jacks and Tom Foolery." Donated by Buck's of Woodside
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Armadillo Willy's Ranch Grill
Gift Certificate - Dinner for 2
$35
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$20 Enjoy real Texas barbeque with your friends and family right here in the Bay Area! Since 1983, Willy's has served the tastiest BBQ from award winning ribs, fabulous beef brisket to terrific chicken and turkey. Donated by Armadillo Willy's
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Stacks Menlo Park
Breakfast or Lunch for 2
$30
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$20 Customers flip over breakfast and lunch at Stacks restaurant in downtown Menlo Park. Stacks is famous for pancakes, which can be ordered plain or with blueberries, wheat germ, bananas, or raisins and walnuts. The menu also offers crepes, egg scrambles, frittatas, omelets and house specials such as huevos rancheros. Donated by Stacks, Menlo Park
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Stacks Menlo Park
Breakfast or Lunch for 2
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$20 Customers flip over breakfast and lunch at Stacks restaurant in downtown Menlo Park. Stacks is famous for pancakes, which can be ordered plain or with blueberries, wheat germ, bananas, or raisins and walnuts. The menu also offers crepes, egg scrambles, frittatas, omelets and house specials such as huevos rancheros. Donated by Stacks, Menlo Park
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Cache Creek Harvest Buffet for 3
$90
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$40 Headed up to Cache Creek? Presenting a bountiful array of ethnic specialties including Asian, Filipino, Mexican, Italian, regional American and Brazilian Charrasco Grill, the Harvest Buffet seats 400 comfortably amid chefs' action stations and serving counters. Splashed murals of the fertile and picturesque Napa Valley accentuate a relaxed dining environment. Donated by Cache Creek Casino Resort, expires 5/23/09
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PF Chang's $75 Gift Card
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$45 PF Chang's is unique as it blends classic Chinese design with a modern bistro look. Each dish on the extensive menus is prepared to order using only the freshest and highest quality of ingredients. There are many locations throughout Northern California, including Stanford Shopping Center. Donated by A Friend of Stanford Women's Basketball
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Fraiche Yogurt $25 Gift Card
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$15 Fraiche is a homemade, organic fresh yogurt and frozen yogurt cafe located in downtown Palo Alto. The European-style yogurts are made from scratch, in-house using local Clover organic milk and a special probiotic-focused culture. Fresh yogurts are the basis for delicious frozen yogurt. So, whether you feel like fresh or frozen yogurt, you'll still enjoy the same health benefits! Donated by Fraiche, Palo Alto
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The Oasis Two $25 Gift Cards
$50
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$35 Opened in 1958, The Oasis is part of Peninsula history, serving families, teams, professors, business tycoons, and students with the same great food & service. Be part of the Peninsula tradition. Stop by for lunch, a casual dinner, a birthday party, or to hang out with friends. Donated by The Oasis Beer Garden
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Celia's Mexican Restaurant $25 Gift Card
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$15 Celia's Restaurants are voted the BEST in the Bay Area year after year. These restaurants have been family owned and operated for the past 35 years with the goal to provide natural fresh home-style Mexican food with the best quality. Celia's Restaurants make fresh salsa, tortillas, guacamole and tamales daily from scratch. The Chile Verde is to die for! Donated by Celia's Mexican Restaurant
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Sam's Chowder House Half Moon Bay $60 Gift Certificate
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$35 Sam's Chowder House opened in October of 2006 and has since won numerous awards including "Top Three Outdoor Dining Spots in the Bay Area" by San Francisco Magazine, and Sante Magazine's Service Hospitality Award. It was also featured on NBC-TV's The TODAY Show for Sam's famous Lobster Rolls, selected by the Food Editor as one of the five "Best Sandwiches in America". Nestled on a cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Sam's offers stunning sunsets, true oceanfront outdoor dining, and a casual and authentic seafood experience reminiscent of an East Coast style seafood house. Watch the crashing surf inside by the fireplace, dine outside under a cozy heat lamp, or settle into an Adirondack chair near a toasty fire pit on Sam's dog-friendly patio and enjoy the crisp, salty ocean air. Donated by Sam's Chowder House
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Palo Alto Creamery $35 Gift Certificate
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$20 The Palo Alto Creamery Fountain and Grill serves food that's sure to please young and old alike, cooked fresh on the premises using the finest ingredients. Hamburgers, hot dogs, sandwiches - talk about truly having it your way! You can always top off your meal with one of their legendary milkshakes, pies and other sumptuous desserts. Donated by Palo Alto Creamery
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1994 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, produced and bottled by Atlas Peak Vineyards
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$35 A Governor's Selection from the Stanford Alumni Association, this is a big, assertive Cabernet filled with concentrated currant and blackberry flavors that are enhanced by suggestions of plum, spice, and oak.. The tannins are supple and the finish is long and flavorful. Bottled in February 1996. Due to its cool, prolonged growing season, Atlas Peak Winery produces Cabernet Sauvignon with ripe berry and spice flavors and pronounced but soft tannins. The 1994 vintage was marked by an especially long growing season which resulted in a wine with increased varietal intensity. Donated by Mitch & Millie Takahashi
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1998 Clos Pegase Carneros Merlot
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$35 This Merlot's deep garnet color and complex bouquet introduce a broad range of vibrant fruit tones, with a trace of mintiness. It was aged for 20 months in French Oak and bottled without filtration to fully preserve the rich flavors. This wine will continue developing for 8-12 years. Allowing the wine to breath for 30 minutes after opening will enhance its soft and velvety texture and smooth finish. Each year, the Stanford Alumni Association makes a special effort to find a distinctive wine to carry on the traditions of the Governor's Selection category. This year, Clos Pegase received the honors for its outstanding 1998 Carneros Napa Valley Merlot. ......Clos Pegase Merlots are darker, bigger, and more flavorful than most. The smooth and velvety texture comes from traditional hand-cellaring techniques for which Close Pegase is renowned. Donated by Mitch & Millie Takahashi
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1998 Atlas Peak Reserve Napa Valley Sangiovese
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$35 This Reserve Sangiovese is rich and distinctive with earthy black cherry, wild berry and plum flavors balanced by hints of smoky clove and oak spice. The flavor is full in the mouth and the finish is smooth and complex. This hearty wine pairs well with grilled meats or spicy pasta. Wonderful now, this wine will age beautifully for several years. The 1998 Atlas Peak Reserve Sangiovese is a wine that captivated our tasting panel with its elegance and rich flavors. The Stanford Alumni Association purchased the entire vintage, and this wine is exclusive to Governor's Selection. Donated by Mitch & Millie Takahashi
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The Fish Market Lunch or Dinner for 2
$50
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$25 The first Fish Market restaurant has been a Palo Alto institution since its doors opened in 1976. With the brand new addition of an oyster bar, cocktail bar and lounge area, there are now even more ways to experience this unique restaurant. The Fish Market offers an extensive seafood menu featuring fresh fish broiled just inches over the mesquite wood to seal in the flavor. Also on the menu are shellfish specialties, chowders and cioppino, seafood cocktails, smoked fish and pasta appetizers, as well as salads and sandwiches. Donated by The Fish Market. Good through 6/1/09
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Four Seasons Hotel EPA Sunday Brunch for 2 at Quattro
$130
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$65 In Quattro, guests enter an airy, dynamic ambience with glass on three sides, accented by the natural warmth of rich hardwood floors. Dramatic lighting changes the mood at night. A shimmering water wall and outdoor fireplace enhances your experience of al fresco, all-day dining on the large terrace. Brunch at Quattro showcases items such as Lobster and Sweet Potato Eggs Benedict to Raspberry, White Chocolate and Mascarpone Stuffed French Toast to Breakfast Pizzettes with Smoked Salmon. Seats 80 indoors, 75 outdoors. Donated by The Four Seasons Hotel. Good through 6/1/09
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Sprinkles Stanford Shopping Center Two Dozen Cupcakes
$72
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$40 Sprinkles is the original cupcake bakery! Baked fresh in small batches throughout the day, Sprinkles Cupcakes are handcrafted for the finest ingredients, including sweet cream butter, bittersweet Belgian chocolate, pure Madagascar Bourbon vanilla, fresh bananas and carrots, real strawberries and natural citrus zest. Topped with Sprinkles trademark modern dots, rich chocolate sprinkles from France or seasonal sugar decorations, Sprinkles Cupcakes are a deliciously sophisticated update on an American classic. Donated by Sprinkles Cupcakes
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Ridge Winery Trentadue Ranch Two bottles of 1997 Carignane
$50
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$30 Ridge is always a great choice! Add to your collection with these 2 bottles. This vintage is spicy, with hints of licorice, citrus, rose petals and semi hard cheese. Best served with robust fare such a beef or hearty pasta dishes. Donated by Mary Artibee and Milt Mallory
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Kistler 2004 Chardonnay
$85
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$45 Another spectacular Kistler! Captivating nose combines citrus peel, iodine, white truffles and pain grille. Lush, round, and savory, with firm acids framing and intensifying the mineral and wet stone flavors. Delicious now. From the Wine Advocate--The light gold-hued 2004 Chardonnay possesses lively acidity, gorgeous depth as well as richness, and a full-bodied, smoky, tropical fruit-filled (especially pineapple) personality. The wood component is well-integrated, and the alcohol content is 14.5%. Score range: 92-94. Score: 94. - Robert Parker, December 2005. Donated by Nancy Baker.
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Patz and Hall 2007 Jenkins Ranch Pinot Noir
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$35Since 1988, Patz & Hall has set a standard for Pinots that epitomize poise and finesse. Each wine has a distinct personality that radiates the unique and distinctive elements of the vineyard source and winemaking techniques. It is a partnership of four individuals - Donald Patz, James Hall, Anne Moss and Heather Patz - all of whom are veterans in the production of fine wine. Between them, they have made wine at Flora Springs, Honig Cellars, Far Niente, Marimar Torres, Spring Mountain and Cain Vineyard. They source from regions ranging from the Santa Lucia Highlands to Mendocino, and prime areas in between. The wines skillfully maintain the intricate and graceful dance between substance and balance, power and elegance - the key characteristics of world-class Pinot Noir. Donated by Nancy Baker.
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MAGNUM! Midsummer Cellars 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon Canon Creek Vineyard
$100
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$50The deep color suggests the richness to come. concentrated aromas of dark fruit, briar, and sweet cherries are buoyed by a hint of sweet oak. full-bodied, forward fruit carries the rich mouth feel. Polished, ripe tannins add to the long, lingering finish. What other people are saying: wine Enthusiast Magazine May 2008. 92 points. "This is so delicious and classic, it's totally enjoyable now, but it has the structural balance to age for quite a while. It impresses for the complex blackberry, currant and cedar flavors and for the quality of the tannins, which are dramatically rich and ripe. Best now and for at least 10 years." Beverage Testing Institute: 92 Points Gold Medal 'Exceptional'. "deep garnet violet color. Vibrant baked berries, grilled yellow pepper, and melted chocolate. A rich, supple entry leads to a fruity full body with buttered praline, honey drizzled dark berries and sweet baking spice flavors. Finishes with a long tantalizing fade with juicy acidity and polished tannins. Delicious." Donated by Lily Wong.
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Magnum! St. Supery ELU 2002 Napa Valley
$300
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$150 See photo. Aromas of plum and black cherry permeate this inky, garnet hued Bordeaux blend. Flavors of smooth vanilla and hints of tobacco are present on the long, full finish. This wine is seamless from the beginning to the last sip; it will age beautifully and develop its flavors in the bottle. 82% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Merlot, 4% Petit Verdot Donated by Joe Meck, St. Supery Winery.
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Mistral Restaurant and Bar Dinner for Two
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$25 Mistral's California cuisine is very Mediterranean-influenced, and focuses on serving the best local ingredients available. Chef Tim Fabatz serves up an immensely popular daily fresh fish special and has excellent seafood and shellfish offerings on the seasonally current regular menu. Mistral is committed to being responsible to the environment and to the people around us; therefore our seafood is from sustainable sources, our beef is hormone-free Certified Angus, naturally-raised pork, lamb and chicken are of the best quality available, organic produce is used wherever possible, and no trans fats are used in any recipe preparations. Mistral is a destination restaurant for anniversaries & birthdays, and has an off-the-beaten-path ambiance with year-'round patio dining and water views, an outdoor fireplace, and plenty of outside heaters. Two private rooms and the covered patio are available for private dining, business dinners, banquets, cocktail parties, and special events. Donated by Mistral Restaurant and Bar. Good through 11/23/09
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Campo di Bocce $100 Gift Certificate
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$55 Find the ultimate experience in dining and recreation at Campo di Bocce of Los Gatos. Featuring eight World Class, State-of-the-Art Bocce courts and traditional Italian Cuisine, Campo di Bocce carries a large variety of local California wines and an excellent selection of imported wines sure to delight any wine lover's palate. Escape to Italy in your own backyard - with dining indoors by the beautiful bar and along the bocce courts or outdoors among our vine covered arbors, Campo di Bocce of Los Gatos truly is an escape from the norm. Lunch, Dinner and Bocce Daily - Campo di Bocce of Los Gatos is your one stop for dining, recreation and FUN! Donated by Campo di Bocce, Los Gatos. Good through 11/23/09
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Sprinkles Cupcakes Two Dozen for you!
$72
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$40 Baked in small batches throughout the day, Sprinkles Cupcakes are handcrafted from the finest ingredients. Topped with Sprinkles trademark modern dots, rich chocolate sprinkles from France or seasonal sugar decorations, Sprinkles Cupcakes are a deliciously sophisticated update on an American classic. Whether for a special event or just because, treat yourself today! Donated by Hal & Carla White

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