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Ancy Mendonza Darpan, 21 Nov, 2024 01:39 PM

The Seva Foundations' Casino Royale Gala

The Seva Foundation's inaugural Casino Royale Gala on November 2nd at Empress Palace Ballroom in Surrey drew over 400 guests for a glamorous night of entertainment and philanthropy.

Attendees enjoyed classic casino games, lively auctions, and a captivating Elvis tribute performance, all in support of the foundation’s community initiatives. The elegant casino-themed evening was a resounding success, uniting guests in a spirit of generosity and fun.

Basant Motors' 33rd Anniversary

This year, Basant Motors celebrated its 33rd anniversary with the $33,000 Basant Motors Scholarship. In what has become a yearly tradition, 15 outstanding high school students received the scholarship at a celebratory gathering at the Surrey location of Basant Motors, with family and friends in attendance, on October 6.

Tignanello marked its 50th anniversary in grand style

In October, the legendary Italian wine Tignanello marked its 50th anniversary in grand style.

Alessandro Leone of Marchesi Antinori, the esteemed house behind Tignanello, hosted an exclusive winemaker's dinner at Vancouver’s renowned Italian restaurant, Cioppino’s, on October 17, and DARPAN had the pleasure of joining the celebration.

Guests savored exquisite Italian cuisine paired with an exceptional selection of vintage wines, including rare bottles dating back to 1996, making it a truly memorable evening.

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