A Culinary Masquerade Fundraising Event Like No Other
Peter Pan thrilled us with his Neverland adventures at Hidden Treasure Gala 2024. He also teased and invited us to “look behind the mask” in our quest for “hidden treasures.” Which is exactly what we have done in Hidden Treasure Gala 2025, aka The Masquerade Ball
Step into an evening of intrigue, elegance, and impact as we celebrate the 10th Annual Hidden Treasure Gala at one of Rhode Island’s most iconic and historic venues – Rhodes on the Pawtuxet. On October 23, 2025, guests will arrive masked in mystery for a night that dazzles the senses and supports the life-changing work of the Brain Injury Association of Rhode Island.
Widely regarded as Rhode Island’s premier charity culinary event, the Hidden Treasure Gala brings together Rhode Island’s top executive chefs and restaurant partners alongside the region’s finest wineries and microbreweries, all choreographed by Event Chair Ellen Gracyalny, proprietor of Gracie’s and Ellie’s. These culinary masters will present artfully crafted tastings to more than 300 of the state’s most generous and philanthropic guests — an indulgent “foodie heaven” where every bite supports a vital mission.
In Act 1, we invite guests to experience and delight in their interactions with “la crème de la crème” of Rhode Island’s prodigious culinary talents and restaurant partners on the perimeters of the Rhodes Ballroom. Sprinkled in with this magic, and befitting this, our 10th Anniversary celebration, we have some very special and unique moments for guests to experience, not to mention Silent and Super Silent offerings aplenty. We won’t unmask all that’s in store for you on this evening of intrigue and impact.
Act 2 finds our guests in the magic of the Rhodes Ballroom. Big Band music fills the air, and maybe even a Dance Troupe will add to the energy of the room. And let’s not forget the “Parade of Chefs” led in by bagpiper and emcee extraordinaire Sir Jeremy Bell. For those who have experienced the magic of Jeremy before, he’s a “tour de force” for sure; and for new guests yet to encounter his charm, wit and auctioneering skills, you’re in for a treat, no doubt. From poignant and touching Fund The Mission stories, via special recognition and awards and finally to fabulous, one-of-a-kind live auction packages, Sir Jeremy will be with you each step of the way. While he won’t reveal what’s under his kilt, he will remove his mask for the evening…….all in support of the life-changing work of the Brain Injury Association of Rhode Island.
So, unmask the magic and be a part of an evening on intrigue, elegance and impact
