Montclair's Le Salbuen Cafe Market to Showcase Signature Dishes at VLJ's Annual Gala on 12/4

Volunteer Lawyers for Justice's (VLJ) 8^th Annual "Arts & Eats for Justice Gala" is once again poised to become one of Northern New Jersey's premier culinary events. Two of the area's acclaimed eateries - Ivy Inn Restaurant & Bar of Hasbrouck Heights and Le Salbuen Café Market of Montclair - recently signed on to provide samplings of their signature dishes at the 2012 Gala. Set for December 4 at the Montclair Art Museum in Montclair, the event features live jazz and a silent auction in addition to its showcase of innovative cuisine from top restaurants.

Established in 2001, Newark, N.J.-based VLJ provides comprehensive pro bono services to economically-disadvantaged individuals in New Jersey. Gala proceeds are earmarked for VLJ's extensive programming, which includes free legal counsel and advice; educational seminars on various legal matters such as bankruptcy, consumer law, family law, and special education; and direct representation for at-risk individuals facing critical civil legal issues.

"Ivy Inn Restaurant & Bar and Le Salbuen Café Market are two of the finest establishments in Northern New Jersey, and we couldn't be happier to have them join in this year's Gala," said Karen Sacks, Esq., founding executive director of VLJ. "We also want to thank them for their support of VLJ and its critical programming to the under-served in our communities."

Located in a century-old landmark building in Hasbrouck Heights, Ivy Inn Restaurant & Bar is renowned for both its traditional American cuisine and romantic setting. The popular spot received a Zagat's rating of "very good to excellent" in 2011-2012. In addition, Ivy Inn earned top honors in Bergen Health & Life's "Readers' Choice Awards 2012" for "Most Romantic," "Best Brunch," and "Best Prix-Fixe Menus."  

A newcomer to the Montclair restaurant scene, Le Salbuen Café Market has quickly found a devoted following, who delight in this touch of Paris in Northern New Jersey. The quaint café with an open kitchen has become respected for its unique menu offerings as well as its friendly owners and staff.

Since its inception, VLJ's "Arts & Eats for Justice Gala" has garnered the support of a vast number of popular establishments in the area. Last year's participating restaurants included Bistro 18, Church Street Catering, Mesob, Tapastry, Terra at the Isabel Rose, and Trattoria Rustica, all of which are located in Montclair. Dedicated supporters also included Hobby's Delicatessen and Restaurant and Martini 494 of Newark; F&B Caterers and Senorita's Mexican Grill of Bloomfield; and Shopper's Vineyard of Clifton.

"The diversity of cuisine is always a highlight for Gala attendees," added Sacks. "Last year, we had the chance to sample Italian, Mexican, Southern, American, Turkish, and Ethiopian cuisine all in one night!"

Corporate Sponsorship Opportunities Also Available
A wide range of corporate sponsorship opportunities are available for the Gala. Those include Presenting Sponsor at $40,000; Director's Circle at $25,000; Benefactor at $15,000; Gala Sponsor at $10,000; and Award Sponsor at $5,000. All event sponsors receive a certain number of tickets based on level of sponsorship, listing on event signage and VLJ's website, VIP reception admittance, an ad in the journal, and listing in all media. Opportunities to place an ad in the event's program are also available ranging from $250 to $1,000.

Sponsors thus far are McCarter & English and Merck at the Director's Circle level, Gibbons PC and Lowenstein Sandler PC at the Benefactor level, and Pfizer and AT&T at the Gala Sponsor level. In addition, Miles Berger of The Berger Organization, PSE&G, Verizon, TD Bank, and Patton Boggs, LLP are Award Sponsors. VIP Sponsors include DLA Piper and White & Case. The Star-Ledger is serving as the general media sponsor and the New Jersey Law Journal is the legal media sponsor.

For more information on sponsorship opportunities and tickets, please visit VLJ's website at http://www.vljnj.org/ or contact Dannielle Leigh at dleigh@vljnj.org or 973-645-1951, ext. 116.