Dear Members and Friends of the BABC Northern California,

With just one week remaining until the BABC 62nd Annual Christmas Lunch, preparations are well underway for what promises to be another exceptional gathering of our transatlantic business community. Much like today’s World Cup draw, several moving parts have aligned to create a final opportunity for those still wishing to join us.

We are pleased to share that we will be welcoming over 600 people to the Fairmont San Francisco next Friday! However, due to a late adjustment, one table of 10 has become available. This table will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

To support last-minute participation, those securing this final table will receive:

Complimentary After-Party access for all 10 guests

Please contact us as soon as possible if you wish to reserve it.

Don’t miss out on the festivities!

Secure your individual ticket below and why not invite a colleague or friend to join you?

If you plan to purchase more than one ticket, please act quickly, as availability is extremely limited.

A few sponsors still have spare seats. BABC members and confirmed Christmas Lunch attendees will be given priority, so your chances are higher if you fall into either category.

Email Executive Director, Corey Hastings to be considered, and we’ll follow up next week if a sponsor is able to host you.

Now is the time to start planning for the Live Auction and strategize with colleagues, friends, and family on how to secure some of this year’s amazing items and explore the Grand Raffle prizes below.

Item #1 - Wine and Dine in style with World Class Italian Wines paired by superstar Sommelier Dame Shelly Lindgren (A16), alongside an at-home Chef Soirée for 6 people. VALUE: Priceless

Item #3 - Take it to the limit with The Eagles in Concert at The Sphere in Las Vegas AND a One (1) Night Stay at the MGM Grand or similar property. VALUE: Priceless

Item #4 - A Royal Roast Sunday Supper for 10 guests with Executive Chef of EPIC Steak, Colton Hays and our very own EmCee, KCBS Foodie Chap, Liam Mayclem at your home!

VALUE: Priceless

Item #5 - Corporate Hospitality for Two (2) at the 154th Open 2026 – Royal Birkdale, UK and a Two (2) Nights Stay in the heart of Liverpool’s Georgian neighbourhood and dinner at Chef Paul Askew’s ‘The Art School. VALUE: Priceless

Item #6 - Discover the magic at a 2026 European Christmas market for two (2) VALUE: Festive & Unforgettable

Item # 7 – Enjoy a Week’s stay at the Incredible “La Villa Regia” overlooking

Lake Como, Italy. A perfect opportunity to host a Corporate Retreat or largescale

family gathering such as a wedding or family re-union.

VALUE: $58,000

Better yet… what about a video? The possibilities for this incredible package are truly endless: A Family Christmas by the sparkling Lake Como waters, a Fall Getaway with friends, avoiding the summer peak season or a Spring Soirée for the ultimate European escape.

As is tradition, proceeds from our first Live Auction item will benefit our Charity Partner, the British Benevolent Society (BBS). New for 2025, we’re excited to extend this support to an additional Live Auction item, with proceeds shared, we expect the below item will appeal to BABC and BBS members, Christmas Lunch guests, and the wider BABC community. It’s a thrilling way to support a great cause while enjoying an unforgettable experience!

Football/Soccer is set to be THE sport of 2026, especially here in the Bay and the U.S., with the World Cup just six months away! Kick off the excitement early with a VIP London & Premier League Weekend, experiencing one of three hot-ticket fixtures in March!

Two (2) Round-Trip, UPPER-CLASS Tickets to London on Virgin Atlantic PLUS a Two (2) night Premium Luxury stay at one of London’s most iconic hotels, Sofitel London St James

Two (2) Round-Trip Delta One Tickets From San Francisco to New York or Boston on Delta Air Lines

Two (2) Round-Trip Economy Tickets on Aer Lingus San Francisco to Dublin

Win the ultimate Hawaii Trip with Alaska Airlines and Westin Maui

A two-night (2) stay at Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua

Two (2) Cinevisa badges to San Francisco International Film Festival

An Elevated British Sunday Roast for eight

Indulge in a two night VIP getaway at Appellation Healdsburg

An Evening at the Opera – Six (6) Seats in the General Director’s Box

Two (2) Tickets to the 18th year of the Rugby Legends NYC edition at New York Athletic Club – Captain’s Knock

The Great Dickens Christmas Fair for 8 people 

“Chef de Cuisine” dinner for twelve (12) including a champagne reception

Business Card Drawings

3 Bottle Penfolds Gift Box

A two night stay at Hotel Adagio

The only way to win these amazing prizes is to be a guest in the room!

While the Christmas Lunch will be hosted at the Fairmont, the Westin St. Francis is offering a preferred rate for BABC guests for those who wish to stay nearby or extend their visit. Details and booking information can be found via the link below.