Trio 'Oscar Party' To Benefit AIDS Assistance Program-Food Samaritans

PALM SPRINGS, CA — The Palm Springs Trio restaurant will host its 12th annual Oscar party next month benefiting the AIDS Assistance Program-Food Samaritans.

The fund-raising event will get underway at 3:30 p.m. on March 10 at Trio, 707 North Palm Canyon Drive, according to AAP-Food Samaritans. Tickets are available at aapfoodsamaritans.org, starting at $150.

"It's a magical evening of festive dining, cocktails, and the greatest awards show on earth," restaurant owner Tony Marchese said. "Starting with the Hollywood-style greeting as guests walk our celebrated orange carpet, the energy in the room is electric."

Once seated, guests will be able to indulge in a prix-fixe dinner and drinks throughout the evening, which will be hosted by drag queen personality Bella da Ball.

The Oscars pre-show and awards presentations will be displayed on large screens throughout the restaurant. The pre-show awards broadcast will begin at 4 p.m.

"Trio is the best place in the Valley to experience the magic and excitement of Oscar night," AAP-Food Samaritans CEO/Executive Director Mark Anton said in a statement. "Their exceptional staff makes everyone feel like an A-list celebrity, and we are extremely grateful that AAP-Food Samaritans is once again the beneficiary of this entertaining and highly anticipated event."

Funds raised by the event will support AAP's programs, which provide nutritional support and help people living with chronic illnesses in the Coachella Valley, according to organization officials. AAP in Palm Springs has provided services for nearly 31 years.