Long Island Food Critic

That's right ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls! The 13th Annual Fight For Charity was a knock-out event. Held at the Huntington Hilton in Melville, guests swarmed to see this year's "Main Event" and to raise money for individuals and families in need on Long Island.

Long Island's Fight for Charity is one of the most anticipated events in the region, attracting over 1,000 fans and supporters to its annual Main Event. It is the only program in the United States or the world where local businesspeople step into the boxing ring to raise funds for charity. In one corner, we had participating restaurants and beverage companies serving their delectable samples. In the middle of the room was the ring where this year's boxers greatly anticipated fighting the good fight.

Each year, Fight For Charity benefits Long Island Community Chest, Eden II Programs, and Family Residences and Essential Enterprises, Inc. (FREE).

Everyone went home a winner that evening, as guests enjoyed delicious cuisine, exciting entertainment and since 2002, have helped raise nearly $1 million for local charities.