Calling all Canine Canoodlers to the Ritz

photos by John Arundel Here, Katy Adams with her dog Louis at The Ritz Carlton Hotel in Washington, which went to the dogs about this time last year as over 400 canine canoodlers braved the elements for the Humane Society of Washington's annual Sugar and Champagne event.

ALEXANDRIA, VA. -  Here’s a fun way to give back to our less fortunate four-legged friends.  The Ninth Annual Sugar and Champagne Affair, whose charming hosts Todd and Ellen Gray of Equinox Restaurant and Salamander Hospitality will be barking up a storm at the Ritz Carlton, 1150 22nd Street, NW, in the District on Wednesday, Jan. 27.
 
Top DC area chefs will be showing off their most heavenly desserts while champagnes and sparklers from around the globe will wet your posh whistles.  All to honor the Washington Humane Society officers who care for homeless, lost, stray and abused animals.
 

Photo by John Arundel "Angel" gets all dressed up for the Sugar and Champagne Affair.

Your precious pooch (non-retractable leash, please) is encouraged to attend and specially-prepared doggie treats will tempt him at every turn.
 
Here’s the line-up:

Chef Cathal Armstrong of Restaurant Eve   Chef RJ Cooper of Vidalia Chef Robert Wiedmaier of Marcel’s, Brasserie Beck, and Brabo   Chef Todd Gray of Equinox Restaurant and Salamander Hospitality   Chef Kyle Bailey of Birch and Barley   Chef Ryan Witcher of The Ritz-Carlton, Washington DC

The evening’s special honoree is DC Police Chief Cathy Lanier, a huge supporter of WHS, who is the proud owner of five blind dogs.  Katie Githens will be there to autograph her book, “The Dog Lover’s Companion to Washington, DC.”  What could be a better gift to your dog-loving friends...                       

For more details call 202 683- 1822 or email ssevere@washhumane.org