Meal of the Year supports the dreams and aspirations of COCC students by raising funds
for scholarships that will open doors once closed and change the students' lives forever.
For 44 years, we have gathered for one evening filled with good food, drink, merriment
and friends all in an effort to raise funds to support student success at COCC. The last time we held this event in-person was in 2020, when this black-tie affair netted $320,000 for scholarships!
We are delighted to be honoring the Bend Foundation this year. The Bend Foundation's
mission is to stimulate and enhance a thriving and creative community in Central Oregon.
When: April 8, 2023
Time: 5:30 pm
Where: Mazama Gymnasium @ Bend COCC campus
Wear: Black-tie optional
To purchase a table (8 - 10 guests), call 541.383.7225 or email foundation@cocc.edu
All proceeds from Meal of the Year support the scholarship program at COCC
The Menu
Spring Garden Salad
Crispy beets, asparagus, black pepper and lemon ricotta, pickled radish, heirloom carrot and red vein sorrels on a bed of arugula and topped with champagne tarragon-vinaigrette
Entree
Carlton Farms Pork Osso Buco with fondant potato, tri-color cauliflower, tomato-fennel pork jus, prosciutto crumb, rosemary gremolata and aged balsamic
Vegetarian Entree
Smoked eggplant rollatini with foraged mushroom duxelle, fondant potato, tri-color cauliflower, tomato-fennel broth, rosemary gremolata and aged balsamic
Dessert
Dark Chocolate Salted Caramel Tart
Valrhona bittersweet chocolate ganache, sablee shortcrust, Jacobsen fleur de dal (Oregon Coast)
Gluten Free and Dairy Free substitutions are available with prior notice
