BEDMINSTER TOWNSHIP, N.J., June 16, 2009 — Hall of Fame golfer Annika Sorenstam will serve as celebrity host, guest of honor and even the chef de partie at a special benefit for the ANNIKA Foundation to be held Oct. 14, 2009 at Fiddler’s Elbow Country Club in Bedminster Township, N.J.
The ANNIKA Experience at Fiddler’s Elbow Country Club is designed to satisfy the appetite for great golf, as well as treat guests to fabulous food and exquisite wine – while Annika will be making her first public golf appearance as a new mother. Annika and husband Mike McGee are expecting their first child early this fall.
Annika is eager to share her love of the game and showcase the ANNIKA Foundation, which she formed to teach children the importance of living a healthy, active lifestyle through fitness and nutrition.
“I am very excited about our event this fall at Fiddler’s Elbow Country Club,” Annika commented. “I look forward to sharing my passion for golf, gourmet food, and fine wine, while creating awareness about my Foundation’s goal of getting all of our kids healthy and fit again.”
The October festivities will combine a golf clinic conducted by the 72-time LPGA champion, 18 holes of friendly competition and an extraordinary culinary experience at a dinner-auction featuring several celebrated chefs and winemakers.
Special guests include popular golf broadcaster Jennifer Mills, who will be facilitating the clinic and serving as emcee for the evening program, and celebrity chefs. A budding chef herself, Annika has promised to provide a little Swedish flavor to the event.
The post-round fare, Tastes of the Garden State, will highlight the abundant, locally- grown produce and meats, presented by award-winning regional chefs at various stations. Don’t be surprised if Annika tries her hand at assisting some of the featured chefs, or creates a dish of her own!
The wine tasting will showcase ANNIKA, her premium Syrah that debuted in May 2009 in partnership with Wente Vineyards. An elegant Northern California offering, ANNIKA is comprised of 75 percent Livermore Valley Syrah, 15 percent Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley and, and fittingly, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon from the vines growing through The Course at Wente Vineyards in Livermore Valley. Regional wineries have also been invited to participate.
For more details about the ANNIKA Experience at Fiddler’s Elbow Country Club or for information about participating as a sponsor, contact Hunter Public Relations • Special Events at 908/876-5100 or visit www.annikafoundation.org.
ANNIKA Foundation
The ANNIKA Foundation, a 501(c)(3) public charity, teaches children the importance of living a healthy, active lifestyle through fitness and nutrition, and offers aspiring junior golfers opportunities to pursue their dreams. In 2009, a primary focus for the ANNIKA Foundation will be to identify the greatest needs and opportunities to make an impact through the development of sports and physical fitness programs. A key focus will be to provide resources that:
Increase participation and access where it is not currently available or affordable; and,
Promote awareness for the importance of leading a healthy, active lifestyle.
Fiddler’s Elbow Country Club
Founded in 1965, Fiddler’s Elbow offers executives an escape from the halls of industry and commerce to the amenities of fine dining, superior golf and business facilities. Fiddler’s Elbow provides its membership an atmosphere conducive to both formal and informal exchange of ideas where business and social relationships can be nurtured. Although it is the largest private country club in the state, Fiddler’s Elbow retains an intimate environment and service that is personal and attentive. The three superbly conditioned courses offer a unique diversity of challenge and a broad range of options for both personal play and private events. The club proudly hosts some of the most prestigious corporate, charity and PGA golf tournaments in the state. The club is located at 811 Rattlesnake Bridge Road, Bedminster Township, N.J. For general information call (908) 439-2123; for the golf shop call (908) 439-2513.
Contact:
Karen Moraghan
Hunter Public Relations – East
(908) 876-5100
kmoraghan@hunter-pr.com
annikaexperience@hunter-pr.com
www.hunter-pr.com
