On Saturday, April 16, from 6-11pm, the 30th annual Celebrity Chefs Cook Gala, titled “Epicurean Elegance” and benefiting the UC San Diego Moores Cancer Center, will be held at the Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina. It will showcase award-winning local and out-of-town chefs presenting signature hors d’oeuvres paired with fine wine prior to an elegant dinner. Guests are invited to visit the chefs’ stations to sample hors d’oeuvres that are paired with complementary wines donated by a winery or distributor. The event also features the annual Spirit Award, which will be presented to Iris and Matthew Strauss for their generous support of the UC San Diego Moores Cancer Center. The Spirit Award recognizes individuals who encourage and inspire the pursuit of excellence in patient care and research. The evening concludes with dancing. Tickets are $350 or $500. (858/534-6797, www.celebritychefscook.org) MIA STEFANKO
