Community Comes Together for AIDS Care Ocean State

“That’s Amore!” brought together food and beverage vendors to benefit AIDS Care Ocean State (ACOS) at the Skyline at Waterplace in Providence on February 1. During the event, industry professionals from local restaurants, breweries, wineries and distilleries provided tastes of food, beer, wine and spirits for guests. The event was sponsored by multiple companies and vendors, including Eat Drink RI, Sage Cellars and Tito’s Handmade Vodka from within the food and beverage trade. ACOS offers comprehensive programs and services to people living with HIV/AIDS in Rhode Island, including case management, counseling and housing assistance.

: All from AIDS Care Ocean State (ACOS): George Evans Marley, Director of Development; Cecilia Acosta, Account Clerk/Volunteer; and Christopher Cedroni, Development Coordinator.

: Emily Carlson, Sales Associate, and Andrew Doolan, Sales Representative, Sage Cellars, a sponsoring company.

: Sage Cellars featured Sunday Funday Rosé and Reckless Love red blend from Rebel Coast Wines of California.

: Narragansett Brewing Company’s Avery Booth, Marketing Intern, and Jamie Buscher, Marketing and Community Events Associate.

: All from Tito’s Vodka: Tori Barry, North East Event Coordinator; Lianna Lombardo, Brand Ambassador; Casey Chase, Brand Ambassador; and Victoria Shiebler, Sales Coordinator.

: Sponsor Eat Drink RI’s David Dadekian with Brenda Dadekian.

: Guests enjoyed signature cocktails made with Tito’s Handmade Vodka, including Tito’s Hot Chocolate, garnished with marshmallows and peppermints and Tito’s Love Punch, a blend of Tito’s Vodka with pomegranate, St-Germain Cherry and lemon juice.

: Bartenders Sean Rogan and Cassie Tasich, pouring for Whalers Brewing Company.

: Michaela Brinkley, Customer Service and Marketing Coordinator, Revival Brewing Co.

: Caleb Tenenbaum, Head of Business Development, Farmer Willie’s Ginger Beer.

: All from Brutopia Brewery & Kitchen: Julie M. Mathieu, General Manager; Juan Montenegro, Key Bartender/Waiter; Fernando Galvez, Executive Chef; and Steve Charasko, Sous Chef.