Sunderland & Dc United Exchange Meals

09 Apr 2015 | sigadmin

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Centerplate, hospitality partner of Major League Soccer’s D.C. United and Barclays Premier League side Sunderland AFC, has announced the creation of the first “transatlantic food exchange” between the two sister clubs.

As part of the programme, Centerplate will offer a traditional steak & ale pie with chips and gravy – a favourite from the menu of Sunderland AFC – at D.C. United’s this weekend for the MLS home tilt at RFK Stadium with the New York Red Bulls.

On the same day, fans at Sunderland’s home game against Crystal Palace FC will be offered a torn beef baguette and fries, a twist on the American-style cheesesteak.

Chris Verros, CEO, Centerplate, said: “This cross-pond exchange program with D.C. United and Sunderland AFC is a great example of promoting and sharing hospitality through the strength of our global network.

“Our executive leadership and venue partners continually work together to provide unique, one-of-a-kind experiences, such as this, making it better to be there at events and connecting communities for guests and fans worldwide.”

D.C. United chief operating officer Tom Hunt, added: “This is a cool opportunity and an example of the growth and integration of our partnership with Sunderland AFC.”

Fan prize packages are also available at the games at each stadium, which include an assortment of D.C. United and Sunderland merchandise, local food items and two VIP tickets for a future home game at each stadium.

In the UK, Sunderland AFC’s charity “Foundation of Light” will kick things off on Friday with a kids’ competition to make the best cheesesteak and fries toppings, using different vegetables and ingredients from Centerplate, with members of SAFC Ladies’ WLS 1 team picking the winner.

The Foundation of Light, which works with over 42,000 young people and families each year across the North East, is the biggest football community group in the UK.

Gary Hutchinson, commercial director at Sunderland AFC added: “This is an innovative and creative approach in sharing some of the most popular dishes served on both sides of the pond. We share a strong relationship with both D.C. United and Centerplate and look forward to continuing this successful partnership.”