1988 Ellen Vidalakis Furgis (1944)

1988    ELLEN VIDALAKIS FURGIS (1944)

Businesswoman and civic leader,

Celebrated cook and author of the cookbook, Greek Cooking at its American Best

She created interest in ethnic cultures through her cooking classes and demonstrations

Co-chair of Utah’s Greek Festival (1986 and 1987)

Co-chair of the White House Conference on Families

Member of the Board of Trustees of Westminster College

Worked with the Gina Bauchauer International Piano Competition

Fundraiser for the Utah Symphony, Odyssey House, American Cancer Society and Camp Kostopolous