New York City was painted (RED) last night with the launch of EAT (RED) DRINK (RED) SAVE LIVES, the newest initiative by Bono’s (RED).
Chef Marcus Samuelsson and guest
Guests filled Eataly’s Rooftop, Birreria to enjoy music by guest DJ Questlove, who of course played his signature, funky jams! Joined by some members of The Roots, Questlove had the crowd dancing till the lights came on while sipping on (BELVEDERE) RED signature cocktails and Peroni Nastro Azzurro beer. (RED)’s CEO Deborah Dugan was joined by chef Mario Batali and Master Meat Purveyor Pat LaFrieda for welcoming words during the evening.
Culinary taste makers and top celebrities in attendance included Julianna Margulies, Ian Somerhalder, Neil Patrick Harris, Marcus Samuelsson, Wylie Dufresne, Anne Burrell, David Burke, Jessica Seinfeld, Jonathan Cheban and more.
From June 1st-10th, restaurants, bars, and food trucks across the nation are joining the cause and help #86AIDS by turning a dish or cocktail on their menu (RED). Major names in the industry such as Martha Stewart, David Burke, Marcus Samuelsson, Buddy Valastro, Padma Lakshmi, Wylie Dufresne, Daniel Boulud, Dana Cowin and more are all on board.
Chef Mario Batali
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