Annual Wine and Food Affair in support of Armenian Bone Marrow Donor Registry

Pasadena, CA, July 9, 2016 — RUSNAK Auto Group and Mission Wine and Spirits joined forces to present the 6^TH Annual Wine and Food Affair on Friday, July 8th. The much-anticipated event, was held at the Rusnak Rolls-Royce, Bentley, and Maserati showrooms located at 285 West Colorado Blvd in Pasadena, The event benefits went to the Armenian Bone Marrow Donor Registry (ABMDR).Co-hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Vicken and Salpi Mankerian of Mission Wine and Spirits and Liz Rusnak Arizmendi, Vice President Public Relations RUSNAK Auto Group and Andrew Arizmendi, General Manager Rolls-Royce, Bentley and Maserati RUSNAK/Pasadena the elegant evening featured fine vintage and varietals from over 35 wineries, and culinary delights created by Sushi Roku, Café Santorini, Bourbon Steak House, and Porto’s Bakery. Guests got to enjoy sipping, savoring, and strolling among a magnificent collection of Rolls-Royces, Bentleys, and Maseratis. Moreover, RUSNAK Auto Group also provided a cigar lounge, where guests were offered hand-rolled cigars along with cognac-tasting, while a DJ spins upbeat sounds in the background.

Longtime supporters Vicken and Salpi Mankerian of Mission Wine and Spirits have hosted ABMDR’s annual Wine-tasting Event for six years, delighting supporters with unforgettable events that feature fine wines and culinary creations.

“A silent and live auction of fabulous items brought in much needed funds for this very important non-profit”, states Liz Rusnak Arizmendi. “RUSNAK Auto Group gladly supports ongoing efforts of ABMDR registry’s cause”, she continued.

“The Wine and Food Affair was a beautiful event and our guests had a wonderful time while supporting ABMDR’s life-saving mission,” said Dr. Frieda Jordan, president of the registry and added, “We are extremely grateful to Vicken and Salpi Mankerian as well as Liz Rusnak Arizmendi  and Andrew Arizmendi of the Rusnak Auto Group for their great support.”

About the Armenian Bone Marrow Donor Registry: Established in 1999, ABMDR, a nonprofit organization, helps Armenians and non-Armenians worldwide survive life-threatening blood-related illnesses by recruiting and matching donors to those requiring bone marrow stem cell transplants. To date, the registry has recruited over 28,000 donors in 28 countries across four continents, identified over 3,500 patients, and facilitated 26 bone marrow transplants. For more information, call (323) 663-3609 or visit abmdr.am.