We're thrilled to launch our very first Dining in the Dark event on Feb. 14 at the Old San Francisco Steakhouse.
This unique event simulates an experience of visual impairment during an array of sensory activities including blind wine and bourbon tastings, as well as blind aromatherapy.
Dining will take place in a dimly lit space where the gourmet chef and representatives from the Lighthouse will share insights into the challenges of dining while blind or with a visual impairment. Guests will then blindfold themselves and enjoy a three-course meal. After each course, guests will remove their blindfolds while hosts discuss the food and the dining experience in tandem.
The event will feature two segments with the same mission: to empower people who are blind and visually impaired.
Corporate sponsors will dine together in one space hosted by the Lighthouse's first blind CEO Cindy Watson.
Small groups and couples will dine together in a separate space hosted by Lighthouse Transition to Work Supervisor LaKisha Holmes and her partner Axel, both of whom are blind.
