A Culinary Journey

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Thu, March 12, 2026
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM ET
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Join Us!

Prepare for an extraordinary evening of global flavor, elegance, and high-energy celebration at A Culinary Journey, returning March 12, 2026 to the stunning private club, The Maddox.

 

This season’s most exciting experience brings together two powerhouse chefs: Maddox Executive Chef Darren Veilleux, - former Executive Chef of Sails Restaurant and Best Chef in Naples, joined Rebecca Maddox in 2023 to open Rebecca’s Wine Bar and The Maddox. Chef Darren will be joined by Guest Chef Kayla Pfeiffer—partner and top chef at Bicyclette Cookshop, celebrated “culinary badass,” Food Network ChoppeChampion, and 2025 James Beard Award semi-finalist. Together, they will create a thrilling, internationally-inspired gourmet experience that will transport us around the world, paired with fine wines, craft cocktails, and artful presentation.

 

Throughout the evening, guests will enjoy live entertainment, immersive culinary moments, and the energy of 250 food lovers, philanthropists, and community visionaries coming together for one spectacular night. The excitement continues with an unforgettable live auction, featuring exclusive luxury getaways and a stunning pair of custom earrings created by renowned Naples jeweler Amanda Jaron.

 

While the evening dazzles with culinary brilliance and celebration, its heartbeat is its purpose: raising critical support for Path2Freedom -providing safe housing, trauma-informed care, emotional healing, and a pathway to independence for young girls who have escaped human trafficking. Your attendance and generosity becomes part of their journey from survival to hope.

 

Tickets are on sale now — $500 per person
Or, elevate your experience with one of only six VIP Tables, offering premium assigned seating for your group, VIP check-intwo bottles of champagne at your table, and premium stage-side seating for the program and auction.  VIP Tables — $6,000 for 8 people

 

A Culinary Journey promises to be the most unforgettable, delicious, and meaningful night of the season — an evening you simply cannot miss.            

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Can't attend the event? Your donation helps NWC support Path2Freedom's mission to provide safe housing, healing and hope for girls rescued from trafficking.
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EVENT TIME iCal - Outlook - Google

Thu, March 12, 2026
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM ET
LOCATION

A Culinary Journey Sponsorship Menu


FRIEND OF NWC
Friend of Naples Woman's Club ($250 or more)

Donate $250 or more to become a Friend of NWC. Your name will be included in the NWC Annual Report.

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Help NWC Support Path2Freedom


$25,000 Path2Freedom Campus Founder- $25,000

Your gift helps build the Path2Freedom Campus—a long-term sanctuary where girls can heal, grow, and reclaim their lives.

 

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$10,000 Campus Visionary -$10,000

You empower the creation of safe housing and the full continuum of care that guides each girl from rescue to restoration.

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$10,000 Raised
$5,000 Healing Guardian-$5,000

You help provide secure, loving shelter where survivors can begin their journey toward hope and healing.

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$15,000 Raised
$2,500 Hope Builder -$2,500

You strengthen daily life-skills programs and stability that help girls rebuild confidence and a sense of possibility.

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$5,000 Raised
$1,000 Empowerment Partner-$1,000

You provide education, mentoring, and resources that help each girl step boldly toward her future.

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$7,000 Raised
$750 Courage Advocate- $750

You make wellness activities, enrichment programs, and self-expression opportunities possible for survivors in recovery.

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$500 Safe Harbor Friend- $500

You help create a warm, peaceful environment where girls feel secure, valued, and supported.

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$2,000 Raised
$250 Pathway Supporter- $250

You provide meaningful everyday essentials that remind each girl she is not alone on her journey.

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$100 Dream creator -$100

You help nurture joyful moments and experiences that spark imagination, hope, and dreams for the future.

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