5:30 pm to 7:30 pm, Tuesday, Aug. 13
Texas Border Business
McALLEN, TX – Santa Fe Steakhouse & Cantina is hosting an Empty Bowls Mixer, from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm, Tuesday, August 13th located at 1918 S. 10th St., McAllen, Texas.  This is a great networking event with appetizers, drink specials, live music, door prizes and a chance to preview bowls from Empty Bowls 2019; suggested donation is $10.  Santa Fe Steakhouse and, sister restaurant, Republic of the Rio Grande are also Lime Sponsors for Empty Bowls 2019!
Save the date for the Food Bank RGV’s biggest fundraiser!  The 14thAnnual Empty Bowls Luncheon and Auction is confirmed for Sept. 17, 2019, at the Pharr Events Center, Pharr, Texas!  Sponsorship packages are available for businesses wanting to step up their marketing game while helping feed thousands of children and families right here in the Rio Grande Valley!  Tickets on sale now at www.foodbankrgv.com.
Empty Bowls will be held from 11 am to 1:30 pm on September 17, 2019, at the Pharr Events Center, 3000 N. Cage, Pharr, Texas.  There are still slots available for local restaurants to promote their gourmet dishes and sponsorship opportunities for businesses as well.  Also, companies and individuals are encouraged to donate silent auction items that help promote their products, services or talents. Â
One-of-a-kind ceramic bowls are included with each ticket. They stand as a reminder for the hunger faced by many throughout the year in the Rio Grande Valley. At this very popular annual event, local restaurants will provide samples of delicious food and there will be music, silent auctions and raffles for a new Rolex ($100 per ticket) or Louis Vuitton purse ($50 per ticket)! Over 800 guests attended last year making this one of the more popular fundraisers so get your tickets soon!
For more information, contact Philip Farias, Mgr. of Corporate Engagement & Special Events, by calling (956) 904-4513 or pfarias@foodbankrgv.com.  Find out more at www.foodbankrgv.com.
