Wednesday is CATF's "Reason to Dine"...Get Out and Eat!

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A Reason To Dine; Wednesday, December 1st - World AIDS Day

What's the importance of dining for a reason?

With HIV/AIDS funding being cut across the nation, and here in Ohio, it is more important than ever to bring awareness of the disease and its affects on our community to the forefront. "A Reason To Dine" hopes to help raise that awareness. All it takes from you, is going out to eat or hosting a dinner party. Any awareness you create makes a HUGE impact in fight the stigma and silence

We have restaurants that are donating up to 50%! Are your favorites here? We suggest reservations on the night of the event, as they are likely to be very busy.

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• Level Dining Lounge

  Level Dining Lounge was the first restaurant on board in 2009 and they were the first on board this year! They have an amazing Cajun Chicken! They are donating 15% of sales to the cause!

• Lemongrass Fusion Bistro

  Last year, Lemongrass Fusion Bistro donated the most money during this event. This year, they have DOUBLED the amount. They are donating 50%... yes, 50% of the sales for "A Reason To Dine" to fight HIV and stigma here in Central Ohio. If you are planning on going there, we HIGHLY suggest you make reservations...EARLY. You can do that from their website.

• Union Cafe

  Union Cafe has always been a supporter of the Columbus AIDS Task Force. When we approached them last year, they were very eager to join in this event. This year, once again, they jumped on board. They are donating 25% of sales this year! Its the second highest so far!

• MaMa Mimi's Take and Bake Pizza

  Mama Mimi's Take and Bake Pizza is new to our fundraiser this year. After hearing about the event last year, they wanted to be a part of it this year. ALL 6 stores in Central Ohio will be participating in the event.

• Bakery Gingham

  Bakery Gingham participated with us last year. They only had the Short North location last year, but this year, both the Short North and the German Village locations are participating. They will also be making the red velvet cream cheese topped "red ribbon" cupcake specially for the event. They are donating 15% of sales! Order for your office or group early, or go by and pick them up the day of!

• Barrio

  Barrio is new to "A Reason To Dine." Barrio is grounded in contemporary American culture, however its essence is inspired by the smells, flavors, images, and festive atmosphere Latin American and Spanish-speaking communities enjoy. Barrio is a true Tapas bar and lounge that features authentic dishes from all over South America and Spain, as well as wines from Argentina and Chile. They are donating 10% of sales to the cause! You can make reservations on their website.
  

• Due Amici

  Last year, Due Amici participated in "A Reason To Dine" and when presented this year, they were one of the first to sign up! It's suggested to make reservations, which you can do on their website. They are donating 10% of sales to the cause.

• Betty's

  Betty's has always been a supporter of the Columbus AIDS Task Force. When we approached them last year, they were very eager to join in this event. This year, once again, they jumped on board. They are donating 15% of sales, and they are donating $1.50 from every "Berry Betty" drink sold!

• TipTop Kitchen and Cocktails

  TipTop Kitchen and Cocktails was slammed last year during this event! They were happy to be a part of our awareness fundraiser again this year. They are donating 15% of their sales and $1.00 from every "Alice Wing" sold that day!

• Donatos Pizza

  Donatos Pizza (Short North Location ONLY) was on board last year. Donatos has always been a supporter of CATF and HIV/AIDS awareness. If you don't feel like eating out, order a pizza! You can still participate! They are donating 20% of the days sales to the cause!

• Surley Girl Saloon

  Last year, Surly Girl participated in "A Reason To Dine" and when presented this year, they were immediately on board and we are very happy to have them! They are donating 15% of sales and $1 from every "Smoking Gun" drink to the cause. Just an FYI... they have a macaroni and cheese dish that is to die for!

• Dirty Franks Hot Dog Place

  Dirty Franks is new this year to our fundraiser! One recent reviewer wrote " Since I started working a few blocks away in January, this has become my go-to lunch spot when I'm too lazy to pack, and my favorite place to take people when they're visiting Columbus." They are donating 10% of sales to the cause!

• Jersey Mike's Subs in Powell and Dublin

  Jersey Mikes (Powell and Dublin locations) are both on board to be a part of this event! They have been a strong supporter of CATF and we encourage you to go have a sub there for lunch or dinner if you are in that area! They are donating 10% of their sales!

• The Buckeye Connection

  The Buckeye Connection joined "A Reason To Dine" this year, and event though they are not a restaurant, they are still participating! If you are going to buy Buckeye gifts for Christmas, buy them on December 1st! They are donating 25% of their sales!

• Hoggy's Barbecue - Grandview

Hoggy's joined "A Reason To Dine" this year! They are very excited to be a part of it! If you want some great Barbecue, go here! They are donating 15% of their sales