HIV/AIDS agency Vital Bridges will host a “Kick-off to Pride” event at ACRE restaurant, 5308 N. Clark, on Sunday, June 5, at 11 a.m. Guests will enjoy a buffet, champagne and martinis, all while supporting Vital Bridges and their initiatives.

The kickoff is a Chefs and the City culinary series event. Chefs and the City will take place Friday, July 15, at the Ritz-Carlton Chicago.

Tickets for the June 5 event are $30 each; see www.vitalbridges.org/pages/event-detail/17.php?id=11 for more information.