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Gregory’s Restaurant & Bar, Sal’s Cafe Win Top Awards at 2023 Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off Benefit

2023 Bowls of Hope Chef’s Super Soup Award Winner – Gregory’s Restaurant and Bar

Two Somers Point restaurants received the top awards for their New England Clam Chowders at Atlantic Christian School’s 2023 Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off Benefit held in the school gym on February 4. Gregory’s Restaurant & Bar, pictured at left, won first place in the “Chef’s Super Soup Award,” and Sal’s Cafe, pictured at right, won first place in the “People’s Choice Golden Spoon Award.” Some 400 people filled the school gym to taste delicious signature soups from 18 area restaurants and then voted for their favorite soup for the People’s Choice Golden Spoon Award. Chef Joe Massaglia of Mama Mia’s Ristorante in Marmora chose his favorite soup for the Chef’s Super Soup Award.

2023 Bowls of Hope People’s Choice Golden Spoon Award Winner — Sal’s Cafe.

Coming in second place for the Chef’s Award was B.F. Mazzeo in Northfield, with its Butternut Squash Soup, and Chick-fil-A Fire Road received third place for its Tortilla Soup. For the Golden Spoon Award, Towne & Country Cafe came in second place with its Tomato Basil Soup, and Gregory’s Restaurant and Bar placed third.

For B.F. Mazzeo and Chick-fil-A Fire Road this was their first time competing in the Cook-Off. This is the third time that Gregory’s Restaurant & Bar has received the Chef’s Super Soup Award, with prior wins in 2018 and 2023. Sal’s Cafe is also now a three-peat winner, previously receiving the People’s Choice Golden Spoon Award in 2017 and 2022.

The Bowls of Hope showcased 18 restaurants and chefs in and around Atlantic County serving up their specialty soups and competing for the awards. Atlantic Christian high school students were among the some 50 student and staff volunteers who helped serve the soups and worked behind the scenes in the kitchen, with set up and clean up, selling tickets, and more.

The 18 restaurants and chefs who participated were: Atlantic City Rescue Mission Kitchen (Atlantic City); B.F. Mazzeo (Northfield); Carluccio’s (Northfield); Charlie’s Bar & Restaurant (Somers Point); Chick-fil-A Fire Road (Egg Harbor Township); Gregory’s Restaurant & Bar (Somers Point); Jing Sushi House (Somers Point); Juliano’s Pub & Grill (Egg Harbor Township); Maurizio’s Pizzeria Express (Egg Harbor Township); Mays Landing Diner (Mays Landing); Mia’s Café (Mays Landing); Root Cellar Tavern (Dorothy); Sal’s Café (Somers Point); Sana & Sadia’s Mediterranean Bistro (Egg Harbor Township); Sofia Restaurant (Margate); Stir It Up Catering (Northfield); Towne & Country Café (Egg Harbor Township); and The Windjammer Café-Bar-Grille (Somers Point).

7th grader Nino Miranda won 1st place in the Bowls of Hope Student Video Contest.

Thank you to the 11 generous sponsors that helped make the benefit fundraiser a success — 3’R Premium Commercial Cleaning Services; American Church Group of New Jersey; B.F. Mazzeo; Chick-fil-A Fire Road; Clayton’s Self Storage; Formica Freitag Bakery; Fortress Financial; HS Restoration and Cleaning Service; Olympic Physical Therapy; ServPro of Egg Harbor/Ventnor City; and Texas Roadhouse.

All funds raised from ticket sales and sponsorships for the Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off, now in its 10th year, are benefiting the Atlantic City Rescue Mission and Atlantic Christian School. Many of those attending the event also brought cans of soup and other non-perishable items for the school’s food drive to benefit the Community FoodBank of New Jersey, Southern Branch.

7th grader Nino Miranda was recognized during the evening for winning first place in a Bowls of Hope Video Contest for creating a video to help promote the event. Two runners-up finalists in the video contest also were recognized — 11th grader Zachary Fosbenner and 6th grader Jennyfer Loiza-Riveros.

We are also grateful to a number of parents who donated desserts, and to Greate Bay Country Club for providing high top tables for our guests. Thank you also to Chef Massaglia, host of the “Joe’s Table for Two” WOND Radio program and Bill Link of the Truth That Rocks Bookstore for helping promote the event, and to photographer and ACS grandparent Gail Crafton of AC Photo for donating her services.

Great Gifts Up for Bid in Bowls of Hope Silent Auction

Tickets to Ocean City’s Castaway Cove, Pampered Chef cookware, Thirty-One Gifts bags, gift cards to local restaurants, fitness equipment for your home gym, board games and snacks for family fun nights — these are just some of the great items that will be up for bid at Atlantic Christian School’s Bowls of Hope Silent Auction on Saturday night. Come out and find something special for you and your family and support ACS educational programs with your donation.

There will be 24 Gift Baskets in the Silent Auction. The baskets were created by our PreK4 to 8th grade classrooms and are filled to the brim with items donated by our school families. Thank you so much for your generosity.

There’s something for everyone in the Silent Auction. There’s a gift basket for crafters, baskets for newborn babies, a basket for book lovers and for those who have a green thumb. If you like chocolate or ice cream there are definitely baskets for you. The Silent Auction bidding will begin when the doors open at 6 p.m. for the Bowls of Hope. Bidding will end at 7:45 p.m.

Winning bidders will be able to pay by cash, check, or credit card. Charitable gift receipts will be mailed to winners after the event. There will be a charitable tax deduction for the amount of a winning purchase price that exceeds the fair market value of a gift basket.

Showcase Your Talents at Bowls of Hope – Auditions Jan. 16

We are looking for students who are willing to share their God-given talents and perform at the Talent Show to be held during the Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off on Saturday, February 1 in the ACS gym.  Auditions for the Talent Show will be next Thursday, January 16, starting at 3:15 p.m. Please sign up at the ACS Front Desk by Tuesday, January 14.

Showcase Your Talents at Bowls of Hope

We are looking for students who are willing to share their God-given talents and perform at Talent Show to be held during the Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off.  Auditions for the Talent Show will be on Thursday, January 16, starting at 3:15 p.m. Please sign up at the ACS Front Desk by January 14.

Gregory’s Restaurant Wins Golden Spoon and Souper Soup Awards at 2019 Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off Benefit

Gregory’s Restaurant & Bar in Somers Point took the two first place awards in our 2019 Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off Benefit — winning both the People’s Choice “Golden Spoon Award” and the Chef’s Choice “Souper Soup Award” with their rich and creamy Shrimp and Lobster Bisque. Sal’s Coal Fired Pizza in Somers Point came in 2nd place in the Golden Spoon Award with its New England Clam Chowder, and the Whisk Bakery and Cafe in Mays Landing took 3rd place in the Golden Spoon Award with its creative Cheeseburger Soup. We were thrilled to see some 400 people come out to sample the inviting variety of hot, delicious soups and choose their favorite. We enjoyed having Chef Joseph Massaglia, owner of Mama Mia’s in Marmora and Eat at Joe’s in Egg Harbor Township, join us again as our official “Souper Soup” judge, who had the difficult task of picking the best soup out of a very competitive field of contenders. Thank you to everyone who bought a ticket, donated to be an Event Sponsor, or brought cans of soup and other non-perishable items for the Community FoodBank of New Jersey. Working together, our 2019 Bowls of Hope was a “souper” success.

The Bowls of Hope showcased some of the best restaurants in and around Atlantic County serving up their specialty soups. Our high school students had the great experience of helping serve some of the soups and working behind the scenes with set-up, clean-up, selling tickets, and more. Students from elementary to high school presented 13 entertaining acts throughout the evening, showcasing their God-given talents and abilities. Students sang, danced, and even performed while riding hover boards. The high school duo of Ashleigh Martin and Lola Oguntuase preceded their act by talking about a student project that is being planned this spring to raise awareness about human trafficking.

We would like to thank and recognize the 18 chefs and restaurants who donated soup and helped make our event a success. Please join us in thanking them by patronizing these establishments. Our 18 participating restaurants and chefs were: Academy of Culinary Arts; Atlantic City Rescue Mission Kitchen; Barrels Authentic Italian Foods; Brick House Pub and Grille; Carluccio’s Coal fired Pizza; Chickie’s & Pete’s Egg Harbor; Eat Clean Organization; Gregory’s Bar; The Original Soupman Deli in Resorts; Sadia’s Tea and Coffee; Sal’s Coal Fired Pizza; Sofia Margate; Steve and Cookies By the Bay; Tacocat Linwood; Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall; Varsity Inn; Whisk Bakery and Cafe; and The Windjammer “Cafe Bar Grille”. We also had a surprise visit during the evening from Congressman Jeff Van Drew, who sampled some soups and presented our school with a congressional certificate of commendation for our event, which is benefiting our school’s educational programs, the Atlantic City Rescue Mission, and the Community FoodBank of NJ, Southern Branch.

We would also like to thank and recognize our generous Bowls of Hope Sponsors: American Church Group of NJ; B.F. Mazzeo Fruit and Produce; Clayton’s Self Storage; Edward Jones Investments, Jason Kiefer, Financial Advisor; Formica Brothers Bakery; HS Restoration and Cleaning Service; Olympic Physical Therapy; and Sadia’s Tea and Coffee.

Thank you to photographer Christina Kha for donating her services to capture these special moments. CLICK HERE if you are interested in purchasing photos from the event.

 

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Join Us This Saturday, Feb. 1, For Our Popular Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off Benefit

Our popular Bowls of Hope Soup-Tasting Benefit is just ONE DAY AWAY — on Saturday, February 2 — from 6-8 p.m. in the school gym. Happy to welcome this week two more participants in the soup cook-off — Barrels of Margate and the Academy of Culinary Arts. We also added a new sponsor — Olympic Physical Therapy in Egg Harbor Township. Come out on Saturday and warm up by sampling delicious signature soups prepared by 18 area restaurants and chefs and voting for your favorite. All proceeds from ticket sales, sponsorships, and donations will benefit the school’s educational programs and the Atlantic City Rescue Mission. Bring a can of soup or other nonperishable with you to donate to our canned drive that will benefit the Community Food Bank of New Jersey.  There will be live music performed by ACS students and a Silent Auction. Click on the button below to buy your tickets online or purchase them at the door.  Join us for a fun evening of good food and fellowship and help support our school and two great community organizations!

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Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off Just One Week Away

The Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off is just one week away — on Saturday, February 2, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the school gym. Buy your tickets online at acseht.org or at the door. All proceeds will benefit Atlantic Christian and the Atlantic City Rescue Mission. An exciting line-up of some 20 area restaurants and chefs are competing in the cook-off, including the Atlantic City Rescue Mission, Brick House Pub & Grille, Carluccio’s, Chickie’s & Pete’s, Eat Clean Organization, Gregory’s, The Original Soup Man Deli, Sadia’s Tea & Coffee, Sal’s Cafe, Sofia’s of Margate, Steve & Cookie’s, Tacocat, Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall, Varsity Inn,  Windjammer, and Whisk Bakery & Cafe. Come out and warm up with tasty soup, rolls donated by Formica Brothers Bakery, and home-made desserts. ACS students will entertain the crowd with live music, and a Silent Auction featuring themed gift baskets like “Super Bowl Party,” “Baker’s Delight,” and “Family Game Night,” donated by our PreK4-8th grade classes will be held.

ACS Director of Development and Communication Carole Karabashian had the opportunity to promote the Bowls of Hope event as a guest on “Joe’s Table for Two” radio show on Saturday, January 19 on WOND 1400 AM. The show’s host, Chef Joseph Massaglia (seated in rear), will be our celebrity soup judge at the Bowls of Hope. Also appearing as a guest on the show (pictured seated far right) was Mike Talley, the owner of Tacocat, who will be entering a soup in the Bowls of Hope. Event Coordinator Jessica Martin will also be promoting the Bowls of Hope as a guest on the WOND radio show “Off the Press with Steve Cronick” on Tuesday, January 29 from 4-5 p.m.

We appreciate and thank our generous Bowls of Hope Sponsors — American Church Group of NJ; B.F. Mazzeo Fruit & Produce; Clayton’s Self Storage; Edward Jones Investments, Jason Kiefer Financial Advisor; HS Restoration & Cleaning Service; and Sadia’s Tea & Coffee.

Don’t forget to send in canned soup and other canned foods for our Canned Food Drive to benefit the Community FoodBank. Canned food will also be collected during the Bowls of Hope event.

 

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Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off Tickets On Sale – New Restaurants, Sponsors Joining Event

ACS parents, families, and friends are invited to the 6th ACS Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off on Saturday, February 2, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the school gym, all to benefit Atlantic Christian, the Atlantic City Rescue Mission, and the Community FoodBank of New Jersey, Southern Branch. More than 20 restaurants and chefs are expected to serve up signature soups, including the  Atlantic City Rescue Mission, Brick House Pub & Grille, Carluccio’s, Eat Clean Organization, Gregory’s, The Original Soup Man, Sadia’s Tea & Coffee, Sofia’s of Margate, Steve & Cookie’s, Tacocat, Varsity Inn,  and Whisk Bakery & Cafe.

Several businesses are already on board as Sponsors — American Church Group of NJ; B.F. Mazzeo Fruit & Produce; Clayton’s Self Storage; Edward Jones Investments, Jason Kiefer Financial Advisor; HS Restoration & Cleaning Service; and Sadia’s Tea & Coffee. Additional sponsors are welcome for a donation of $400 and sponsors will receive 4 complimentary tickets to the Bowls of Hope. Formica Brothers Bakery will again be donating tasty rolls, and delicious home-made desserts will be provided.

ACS students will entertain the crowd with live music, and a Silent Auction featuring themed gift baskets like “Super Bowl Party,” “Baker’s Delight,” and “Family Game Night,” donated by our PreK4-8th grade classes will be held. Parents, please note that the collection deadline for all Silent Auction baskets is Friday, January 25.

Student Council members have initiated a “Let’s Can Hunger” Food Drive to collect canned soup and other canned food for the Community FoodBank of NJ, Southern Branch. Collection boxes are located in the school foyer and next to the second floor office of the Upper School Principal. The canned food drive will continue to the night of the February 2 Bowls of Hope event.

The prices of the Bowls of Hope tickets, which are considered a charitable, tax-deductible gift, are: Adults-$20; Students-$10; Children (6-10)-$5; Children under 5-Free. Tickets and sponsorships can be purchased in the ACS school office, from any ACS high school student, or online. Tickets will also be sold at the door that night.

Bowls of Hope Canned Food Drive Kicks Off Next Week

Student Council members are kicking off the Bowls of Hope “Let’s Can Hunger” Food Drive next week to collect canned soup and other canned food for the Community FoodBank of NJ, Southern Branch. Collection boxes will be located in the school foyer and next to the second floor office of the Upper School Principal starting Wednesday, January 16. The canned food drive will continue to the night of the February 2 Bowls of Hope event.

Last year, ACS donated some 280 cans of soup and other non-perishables to the Community Food Bank from the Bowls of Hope Canned Food Drive and this year the goal is to collect at least 350 cans. Working together, we can do our part to help provide food to needy families in our community.