West Vancouver's David and Lin Rockwell were looking good. Visit Lin at her fine clothing store Phoenix, in Park Royal.

Judy Slater, of "The Teahouse" in Stanley Park, and John Evans, of Trilogy Properties Ltd. toasted the evening in style.

Erik Haakonsholm and Carol Ward were looking forward to tasting the Italian wines.

Emcee Russell Roberts is a familiar face. This local actor was recently seen on television as "the spend doctor" on Lotto 649 commercials.

Playhouse executive committee member and governor David Hornblow and chairman Paul Beckmann dressed in their best for the occasion.

Vancouver Mayor Philip Owen (left) and wife Britta (right), enjoyed dinner with the North Shore's own Leanne and Gary Armstrong (centre).

All the best dressed people in town know fashion leaders Francoe Nigro, of Quorum, and Rachel Kapsalis, of Vetrina on Robson Street.

West Vancouver's Milena and Jim Robertson were all smiles. Jim was also chairman of the wine selection committee.

The Hotel Vancouver is lucky to have Hugo Mailhot (left) and Trevor Jones to watch over details. Both men are assistant banquet managers.

Andre Saint-Jacques (left), seen here with partner Brian Ennis, always purchases lots of wines at the auction for his Bearfoot Bistro in Whistler. This year he spent about $30,000.

Vancouver Playhouse volunteers Karin Wurmboeck (left) and Heather Dunfeild were happy to help out for the night.

North Vancouver's James Harvey knows his wines. He works hard behind the bar looking after guests.

West Vancouver's Elizabeth Showman has a new lease on life. Friend Jerome Howell flew into town for the special occasion.