From Lancaster, With Love: A Night of Culinary Delight and Generous Hearts

We are filled with immense gratitude as we reflect on last week’s sold-out event, the second installment of “From Lancaster, With Love.” It was a glorious summer evening in Lancaster, made even more special by the warmth and generosity of our wonderful supporters, especially our hosts, Sam and Dena Lombardo, whose life-sustaining support ensures we can continue to serve those in need.

Our heartfelt thanks go out to Sam and Dena, whose hospitality set the stage for an unforgettable evening. The event was elevated by our celebrity chef and long-time supporter, Amanda Freitag, who prepared a sumptuous meal that delighted all our guests.

We extend special thanks to the incredible team at Lombardo’s Restaurant, including Meredith Thompson, General Manager; Shawn McKinney, Head Chef; Jenna Pinhas, Restaurant Manager; and Nina Geraci with SN Lombardo Capital. Your dedication and hard work were evident in every detail of the evening.

A special shoutout to God’s Love We Deliver Trustee, James Palazza, and our extraordinary Event Manager, Lila Winfrey, for their unwavering support and exceptional coordination.

The absolutely delicious menu, prepared by Chef Freitag and the talented Lombardo’s culinary team, featured the following delightful dishes:

ROASTED PEACH SALAD

prosciutto, pistachio, stracciatella
Pairing: Brancher Prosecco di Valdobbiadene Superiore Extra Dry, Millesimato, Veneto, IT, ‘22

GARGANELLI

roasted cherry tomato, arugula, corn, Calabrian chili relish
Pairing: Librandi, Ciro, Segno Rosato, Calabria, IT, ‘23

SEARED SWORDFISH

charred lemon, green peppercorn butter

Pairing: Lucchetti, Verdicchio Dei Castelli di Jessi Classico, Marche, IT, ‘22

LAMB SHOULDER

black garlic local yogurt, ‘smashed’ cucumber, sumac salad

Pairing: Argiolas, Cannanou di Sardegna, IT, ‘20

RED VELVET WHOOPIE PIE

cream cheese filling, dark chocolate
Pairing: Marenco, Brachetto d’Acqui, Passito Passri Pineto, Piedmonte, IT, ‘22

Lombardo’s Restaurant is proud to have hosted guest Chef Freitag alongside their culinary team. This event was a true testament to the power of community and the shared commitment to supporting God’s Love We Deliver.

A special highlight of the evening was the incredible performance by the famous musician, Billy Stritch, whose music added a magical touch to the event.

Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to the success of the evening. Your generosity and support ensure that we can continue our mission of providing nutritious meals to those in need.

With gratitude,

Stephen Covello
Chief Philanthropy Officer