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“ Million Dollar Meal … All for the Kids !”: Bidders will have the opportunity to be one of just 40 couples who will indulge in an exclusive Italian dinner on November 18 , 2025 at Bleu Provence in Naples , Florida . The multi-course meal will be prepared by Celebrity Chef and NWWF 2025 Chef de Cuisine Angelo Auriana . A native of Bergamo , Italy , near the culinary capital of Milan , Auriana partnered with Matteo Ferdinandi and Francine Diamond-Ferdinandi in 2013 to launch Factory Place Hospitality Group , opening the trattoria-style The Factory Kitchen that year followed by the Milan-inspired BRERA Ristorante in 2016 . Both restaurants reflect the veteran chef ’ s pride in Italian cuisine and heartfelt desire to introduce diners to authentic dishes from Northern Italy . All food , wine and non-alcoholic beverages are included in this exclusive opportunity .
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