Presented by Communities in Schools-Bay Area

2026 Taste the Difference

Registration ends Wednesday, 09/09/2026 11:59pm CDT

About This Event

Communities In Schools – Bay Area invites you to the 6th Annual Taste the Difference tasting event, an inspiring evening of food, beverages, and community in support of students across Clear Creek ISD and Dickinson ISD.

This year’s theme, Recipe for Success, highlights the essential ingredients every student needs to thrive — basic needs, academic support, mentorship, encouragement, and a caring community.

Join us in helping provide these critical ingredients so students can stay in school, overcome obstacles, and achieve their full potential.

Thank you Spoonsors!

Executive Chef Sponsor

Ralph and Stacy Vasami

Sous Chef Sponsors

Barrios Technology

C | Brooks Construction

Chemical Process and Production, Inc.

Chris and Liz Dooley

D'Anne Conrad

HP Piping

LuLu Popham

Robert Challenger and Kristi Nations-Challenger

Recipe Card Sponsor

McRee Ford

Tablescape Sponsor

Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital

Front of House Sponsor

Ally Medical Emergency Room

Back of House Sponsor

Brockway Commercial

Chef's Playlist Sponsor

AMOCO Federal Credit Union

Say Cheese Sponsor

HomeTown Bank

Sommelier Sponsor

Elitecare Emergency Hospital

Chef de Partie Sponsors

Ann Hammond

BIC Alliance

Genesis Gaming Solutions, Inc.

Greer, Herz & Adams, LLP

Gulf Coast Educators Federal Credit Union

H-E-B

The Maldonado Family & The Mark Family

Memorial Hermann

The Jones Family

Yvonne and Shepard Perrin

Dr. William Daya and Mariel Diplan

Signature Dish Sponsors

Affinity Urgent Care

Chris and Rita Ochoa

Del Papa Distributing

Next Level Urgent Care

Noon Mirch Kitchen + Bar

UTMB Health

Thank you Vendors!

Vendors

Aveleda

Bay Oaks Country Club

Del Papa Distributing

Fogo de Chao

Galveston Bay Brewing

Haak Wines

Ladies of Libation

Lil' Outriggers Hula Bar and Grill

Maggiano's Little Italy

Noon Mirch Kitchen + Bar

Opus Bistro & Steakhouse

Opus Ocean Grille

Pier 6 Seafood & Oyster House

Robinette & Company Caterers

Rosewater

Schafer's Coastal Bar & Grille

Scrumptious Bagels and Cheesecakes

Slate Table + Bar

South Shore Harbour Country Club

Space City Cow Artisanal Ice Cream & Sweet Treats

Sundance Grill

The Chopping Block

Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar

Wolfe Foods

Yard House

About This Event

Communities In Schools – Bay Area invites you to the 6th Annual Taste the Difference tasting event, an inspiring evening of food, beverages, and community in support of students across Clear Creek ISD and Dickinson ISD.

This year’s theme, Recipe for Success, highlights the essential ingredients every student needs to thrive — basic needs, academic support, mentorship, encouragement, and a caring community.

Join us in helping provide these critical ingredients so students can stay in school, overcome obstacles, and achieve their full potential.

Thank you Spoonsors!

Executive Chef Sponsor

Ralph and Stacy Vasami

Sous Chef Sponsors

Barrios Technology

C | Brooks Construction

Chemical Process and Production, Inc.

Chris and Liz Dooley

D'Anne Conrad

HP Piping

LuLu Popham

Robert Challenger and Kristi Nations-Challenger

Recipe Card Sponsor

McRee Ford

Tablescape Sponsor

Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital

Front of House Sponsor

Ally Medical Emergency Room

Back of House Sponsor

Brockway Commercial

Chef's Playlist Sponsor

AMOCO Federal Credit Union

Say Cheese Sponsor

HomeTown Bank

Sommelier Sponsor

Elitecare Emergency Hospital

Chef de Partie Sponsors

Ann Hammond

BIC Alliance

Genesis Gaming Solutions, Inc.

Greer, Herz & Adams, LLP

Gulf Coast Educators Federal Credit Union

H-E-B

The Maldonado Family & The Mark Family

Memorial Hermann

The Jones Family

Yvonne and Shepard Perrin

Dr. William Daya and Mariel Diplan

Signature Dish Sponsors

Affinity Urgent Care

Chris and Rita Ochoa

Del Papa Distributing

Next Level Urgent Care

Noon Mirch Kitchen + Bar

UTMB Health

Thank you Vendors!

Vendors

Aveleda

Bay Oaks Country Club

Del Papa Distributing

Fogo de Chao

Galveston Bay Brewing

Haak Wines

Ladies of Libation

Lil' Outriggers Hula Bar and Grill

Maggiano's Little Italy

Noon Mirch Kitchen + Bar

Opus Bistro & Steakhouse

Opus Ocean Grille

Pier 6 Seafood & Oyster House

Robinette & Company Caterers

Rosewater

Schafer's Coastal Bar & Grille

Scrumptious Bagels and Cheesecakes

Slate Table + Bar

South Shore Harbour Country Club

Space City Cow Artisanal Ice Cream & Sweet Treats

Sundance Grill

The Chopping Block

Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar

Wolfe Foods

Yard House