Festive Dinner to Benefit Kentucky Children’s Hospital
Get ready for a night of community, delicious food, and holiday cheer, all while supporting a wonderful cause. Kentucky Children’s Hospital is set to benefit from a festive four-course prix fixe dinner event, “A Very Merry Christmas Dinner,” at the elegant Fasig-Tipton’s Seattle Slew Room on December 12th at 5 p.m.
The event, spearheaded by Beau Spicer – owner of Louis’ Flower Power and the benevolent celebratory arm, Beau’s Buds – aims to solidify its position as Lexington’s premier holiday gathering that directly benefits children in need. After last year’s successful fundraising dinner held at Rene & Alexandra’s Floralshop, Spicer, inspired by the community’s generosity, decided to upscale the affair.
“Being a business owner, it has given me the avenues to give back to the community,” Spicer said. He shared that his collaborative partnership with local chef Ouita Michel, of Holly Hill Events, further fueled the event’s expansion.
This year, the event moves from a cozy intimate gathering to a spacious setting, with enough room to accommodate up to guests.
"The stars aligned,” Spicer, “From a small event last year, to an amazing dinner at an amazing location with amazing chefs."
Enjoy a delectable six-course prix fixe menu curated by the talented chefs, Nick Zaluski and Micah Arvin.
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Amuse-Bouche: Kick off your culinary journey with a delightful amouse-bouche of hot brown gougere.
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Salad Course: Savor a refreshing salad featuring mixed greens, marinated haricot vert, roasted tomatoes, and Weisenberger cornbread croissants.
- Soup Course: Indulge in a Ulupsh local squash and apple bisque, accented with brown butter, burnt sage, and toasted pepitas.
- Intermezzo Rested your palate with a palate cleansing sorbet
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Entrée: Delight in a carved beef tenderloin accompanied by Kenny’s cheddar and gouda potato gratin, roasted broccolini, sauce Diane, and gremolata.
- Dessert: Conclude your meal with a gorgeous honey cake layered with homemade pecan ice cream and brown butter solids.
A vegetarian option will also be available upon request.
“You have to be excited for this menu," says Spicer, "but most importantly, remember that this is an opportunity for the community to show its support and care for each other."
Individual tickets, available for $150 – with $115 directly benefiting Kentucky Children’s Hospital. Tables of eight can be purchased
Patrons are encouraged to bring a new, unopened toy for the Kentucky Children’s Hospital’s Winter Wonderland Toy Drive. Different drop-off locations are available for those who can’t attend:
- Louis’ Flower Power Christmas Shop
- Gotta Dance Studio on Tates Creek Road
- Any of Chef Ouita Michel’s family of restaurants
Join the community in spreading holiday cheer and generosity.
What are some examples of the “incredible work” that Kentucky Children’s Hospital does for kids in the community?
## A Festive Dinner for a Jolly Good Cause
**Reporter:** We’re here with Alex Reed, who’s attending the upcoming “A Very Merry Christmas Dinner” benefiting Kentucky Children’s Hospital. Can you tell us what excites you about this event?
**Alex Reed:** Absolutely! I’m thrilled to support such a worthy cause. Kentucky Children’s Hospital does such incredible work for kids in our community, and to be able to contribute while enjoying a delicious meal and festive atmosphere is truly special.
**Reporter:** What are you most looking forward to at the dinner?
**Alex Reed:** I’ve heard amazing things about Chef Ouita Michel’s cooking. A six-course prix fixe menu at Fasig-Tipton’s Seattle Slew Room sounds absolutely divine. It’s wonderful that Beau Spicer and his team have brought this event to such a beautiful venue this year.
**Reporter:** This event seems to have grown quite a bit from last year.
**Alex Reed:** It does! It’s heartening to see the community rally behind this cause.
It goes to show how much people care about Kentucky Children’s Hospital and the vital role they play in our community. I’m sure it will be a night to remember.
