THE PARTY DIFFA (the not-for-profit foundation that distributes funds to local HIV/AIDS service agencies) hosted the Dining by Design Gala at the Merchandise Mart, where individuals in the design community created three-dimensional dining installations. The DRINKS Cocktails were provided by Effen Vodka, La Crema Wines and Stella Artois THE SCENE Diners perused each tablescape while socializing and bidding on high-end auctions and an array of raffle items. Photography courtesy of Donna Binbek