The 2011 Orchids & Onions Awards Ceremony & Silent Auction was held on Thursday, October 27, 2011 at the Westfield Horton Plaza Event Space and historic Balboa Theater in downtown San Diego. The ceremony was personably (and articulately) emcee'd by linguist Grant Barrett, Co-host of NPR's "A Way With Words."

Terri Mitchell of Pr1ze provided the fresh, new branding that served as inspiration for the incredible party and ceremony set design by Bells & Whistles. Also complementing the pre-party was a stunning, otherworldy installation of Orbiting Gollypods by Jason Xavier Lane and Tend Living, and a VIP oasis we could live in by Hold It Contemporary Home, with art by Alexander Salazar Fine Art. 

Last but not least, let's face it. A party can be as pretty as you please, but if the food and drinks are lacking... well, let's just say Stone Brewing Company Catering was unbelievably awesome. They have also been very generous, long time supporters of Orchids  & Onions, and hosted the beer again this year. Simply said, we love and appreciate Stone! Click here for a complete list of sponsors, and links to their websites.

Now for the Awards... click on the link for photos and more information about each - and to let us know what you think (agree? disagree?) by leaving a comment.

Official 2011 Orchids

Official 2011 Onions

Extra special appreciation goes out to the Onion representatives (4 out of 5!) who took the time to join us at the 2011 O&O Awards Ceremony, and speak on behalf of their projects. It is hugely appreciated, and helps us  fine-tune the program, and keep the dialogue alive. We are most grateful for your participation and information.