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October 3, 2026 is our next Dinner Gala!

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Private Dinner Fundraiser

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Host a dinner party… without doing a single thing. 🍽️

You invite 8–10 friends to your home. Dinner Party for 8-10 people
Chef Mark Allison + one of our Chefs Against Cancer chefs shows up and handles everything:
✨ 3-course dinner
✨ cooked + served in your kitchen
✨ you eat, laugh, and actually enjoy your own party
✨ all proceeds support Chefs Against Cancer + this year’s beneficiary charities

(Minimum of $250 per head)

No shopping. No cooking. No cleanup.
Just a beautiful night that turns into real local impact.

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Cruise with Chef Mark

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Join Chef Mark Allison and Chefs Against Cancer on a 10-night luxury voyage aboard Regent Seven Seas Voyager®, where every booking supports the mission of awareness, prevention, and HOPE.

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Mahjong Event for C. A. C.

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Exclusive Chefs Against Cancer Mahjong Evening at Gourmand Market!
Join us for a special open play mahjong evening benefiting Chefs Against Cancer on Monday, April 27, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM at Gourmand Market in Apex Commons in Southpark, 4425 Sharon Rd., S120 Charlotte, NC. 28211

This exclusive evening brings together community, connection, and a little friendly competition for a meaningful cause. Guests will enjoy a fun vibes only mahjong experience in a beautiful setting while supporting Chefs Against Cancer and its mission to raise funds for local cancer-related nonprofits and families impacted by cancer. This year's beneficiary non-profits are Xander's Acts of Kindness, The Meggs Foundation, The Paula Takacs Foundation and www.barrelagedcharities.org .

Tickets are $125 per person and include nibbles and beverages from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM. Want to keep the evening going? The main bar will be open during the event as well as remain open after 8:30 PM for additional beverages available for purchase.

All tables seat four people, so gather your group, arrange your table, and purchase your tickets together. Please bring your mahjong set with you.

The evening will also feature exciting prizes, including:

  • Two tickets to the Chefs Against Cancer Dinner Gala on October 3, 2026

  • A private dinner for 8 prepared in your home by Chef Mark Allison

  • Your own personal Mahjong set

  • Additional raffles, goodies, and surprises throughout the evening

Whether you’re a seasoned mahjong player or simply looking for a memorable night out with purpose, this event offers a wonderful way to gather, play, and give back.

Date: Monday, April 27, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Location: Gourmand Market, 4425 Sharon Rd., S120 Charlotte, NC. 28211
Ticket Price: $125 per person

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Cruise for a Cause:

Athens to Istanbul with Chef Mark Allison

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Join Chef Mark Allison and Chefs Against Cancer on a 10-night luxury voyage aboard Regent Seven Seas Voyager®, where every booking supports the mission of awareness, prevention, and HOPE.

  • • Ship: Regent Seven Seas Voyager®

    • Route: Athens, Greece → Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)

    • Length: 10 Nights / 11 Days

    • Dates shown on flyer: Oct 24 – Nov 3, 2026

    • Hosted by: Chef Mark Allison + Chefs Against Cancer community

    • Booking method: By phone only

    (call for suites + pricing) 800-777-6540

  • Day-by-day:

    1. Day 1: Athens, Greece (Overnight)

    2. Day 2: Athens, Greece (Depart)

    3. Day 3: Cruising the Sea of Crete

    4. Day 4: Heraklion, Crete (Overnight)

    5. Day 5: Cruising (Depart Crete)

    6. Day 6: Cruising the Sea of Crete

    7. Day 7: Rhodes, Greece (Overnight)

    8. Day 8: Rhodes, Greece (Depart)

    9. Day 9: Cruising the Aegean Sea

    10. Day 10: Istanbul, Türkiye (Overnight)

    11. Day 11: Istanbul, Türkiye (Disembark)

  • When you book into this hosted group, you’ll receive special experiences curated around Chef Mark Allison and the Chefs Against Cancer mission, including:• Cruise group hosted by Chef Mark Allison

    • 10-night luxury suite accommodations

    • Exclusive Welcome Cocktail Party

    • Dinner with Chef Mark Allison

    • Cooking Demonstration with Chef Mark Allison

    • $400 Shipboard Credit per Suite

    • Free 1-night pre-cruise hotel for Concierge suites and higher categories

    • Free Unlimited Shore Excursions

    • Free Unlimited Beverages & Specialty Coffees

    • Free Open Bar in Lounges

    • Free in-suite mini-bar, replenished daily (soft drinks, beer, water)

    • Free specialty restaurants

    • Free in-suite dining

    • Free pre-paid shipboard gratuities

    • Free unlimited Wi-Fi

    • Free valet laundry service

    • Fare includes related government taxes and fees ($573 per person)

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Regent Seven Seas: An Unrivaled Experience®

Designed for those who appreciate the finer things, Seven Seas Voyager® offers all-suite, all-balcony accommodations with a maximum of 698 guests, creating a spacious, refined environment with highly personalized service.

This is all-inclusive luxury done right: gourmet dining, premium beverages, curated excursions, and onboard enrichment, with details intentionally handled so you can actually relax.

Please Call to Reserve Your Suite

Call 800-777-6540
Call 800-777-6540

* To receive pricing, suite availability, and booking details, please call. This group cruise is managed by our travel partner by phone.

** Note: Cruise details and pricing are provided by phone to ensure accurate availability and the correct group booking perks are applied.