Join our SP'26 Silent Auction
for a Gift Basket and Painting
Presented by The Culinary Academy at Contra Costa College
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Supporting the next generation of culinary talent. We invite you to participate in our Spring Silent Auction, with all proceeds directly benefiting the Exploration Scholarship Funds.
Supporting the next generation of culinary talent. We invite you to participate in our Spring Silent Auction, with all proceeds directly benefiting the Exploration Scholarship Funds.
How the Bidding Works
How the Bidding Works
Supporting the Exploration Scholarship Funds
Browse the Collection: Explore our unique pairings of original paintings by EJ Lanning and curated culinary gift baskets. Each item is numbered #1 through #4.
Place Your Bid Online: Once you find an item you love, click the “Place Bid Here” button. This will take you to our secure Google Form bidding form.
Track the Competition: Check back often. Our leaderboard is automated, and the highest bid for each item will be updated on this page. When a new bid is processed, it typically takes 10–20 minutes for the system to sync and display the updated amount. If you do not see your bid right away, please check back shortly.
Winning Notifications: The auction will close soon. Winning bidders will be officially notified by email after 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 14, 2026.
Payment and Pick-Up: Items can be paid for and picked up at the Culinary Academy on:
Date: Thursday, May 14, 2026
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Payment: Credit cards and cash are gladly accepted on-site. Instructions for completing online payment will be provided.
Contact Us Questions? Please contact our Silent Auction Coordinator
Bidding Closed!
Bidding Closed!
The final winning bid has been confirmed.
The final winning bid has been confirmed.
Item #1:
Item #1:
Fire Flies and Red-Red Wine Basket
Fire Flies and Red-Red Wine Basket
The Artwork:
Fire Flies by EJ Lanning
An energetic 32" by 32" painting featuring vibrant pulses of red, yellow, black, and white, beautifully invoking the movement of fireflies.
The Gift Basket:
An elegant large metal grape basket featuring two bottles of Luuma 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oak Knoll District, Napa Valley).
Two crystal wine glasses
Gourmet Pairings: Chocolate-covered cherries, crackers, almonds, a bar of mint chocolate, Irish breakfast tea, a scented candle, and 2 kitchen towels.
CCC Culinary Academy Exclusives: A dozen handmade chocolate mint cookies and a jar of signature apple chutney.
Minimum Bid: $150 Estimated minimum value: $470
Bidding Closed!
Bidding Closed!
The final winning bid has been confirmed.
The final winning bid has been confirmed.
Item #2:
Item #2:
White Wonder and Winter Wonderland Basket
White Wonder and Winter Wonderland Basket
The Artwork:
White Wonder by EJ Lanning
A serene 16" by 20" painting capturing the cool imagery of snowfall and layered winter colors through a window.
The Gift Basket:
A cozy winter-themed pairing including one bottle of Luuma 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon and one bottle of Domaine De Cala Provence Rosé.
Cozy Essentials: Two mugs, gourmet hot chocolate, organic ginger hibiscus tea, Equal Exchange organic mint crunch chocolate, fun rabbit cereal bowl, and four candles.
CCC Culinary Academy Exclusives: A dozen handmade oatmeal cookies and a jar of signature apple chutney.
Minimum Bid: $75 Estimated minimum value: $200
Note on Live Updates: Our leaderboard is automated! When a new bid is processed, it typically takes 10–20 minutes for the system to sync and display the updated total on this page. If you don't see your bid immediately, please check back shortly.
Bidding Closed!
Bidding Closed!
Item #3:
Item #3:
Life Movement and Orange Circle Basket
Life Movement and Orange Circle Basket
The Artwork:
Life Movement by EJ Lanning
A lively 16" by 20" painting exploring the rhythm, energy, and intricate movements of life.
The Gift Basket:
A bright and colorful pairing including one bottle of Luuma 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon and one bottle of Domaine De Cala Provence Rosé.
Tea & Comfort: Organic chamomile tea, Assam black tea, orange-infused chocolate, a large candle, an orange mug, and two vibrant orange tea towels.
CCC Culinary Academy Exclusives: A dozen handmade chocolate chip cookies and a jar of signature apple chutney.
Minimum Bid: $75 Estimated minimum value: $200
Bidding Closed!
Bidding Closed!
The final winning bid has been confirmed.
The final winning bid has been confirmed.
Item #4:
Item #4:
Window View and A Rosy Life Basket
Window View and A Rosy Life Basket
The Artwork:
Window View by EJ Lanning
A bright 16" by 20" painting offering a cheerful and colorful look at life through a window.
The Gift Basket:
A floral-inspired pairing featuring two bottles of Domaine De Cala Provence Rosé.
Elegant Accents: A rose canister, two rose-themed tea towels, ginger lemongrass tea, orange-infused chocolate, a large pink candle, and a small decorative vase.
CCC Culinary Academy Exclusives: A dozen handmade snickerdoodle cookies and a jar of signature apple chutney.
Minimum Bid: $100 Estimated minimum value: $225
Note on Live Updates: Our leaderboard is automated! When a new bid is processed, it typically takes 10–20 minutes for the system to sync and display the updated total on this page. If you don't see your bid immediately, please check back shortly.
Support Without Bidding
If you prefer to support our students directly, you can make a tax-deductible contribution to the Exploration Scholarship Fund.
Note: Please select "OTHER" and type "Culinary Exploration Fund" in the donation description to ensure your gift reaches our students.
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