“As Lerner and Lowe’s Guinevere reminded us in Camelot, “It’s May! The lusty month of May! That lovely month when ev’ryone goes Blissfully astray.” Thus it’s the perfect time for Chowderheads to gather and find an excuse to “go astray, preferably in a loud motorcar.

The Chowderheads shall gather, as is our custom, at the Chowder clubhouse, Sardi’s on 44th Street. The gathering time will be noon. We’ve got an interesting program this month, with a look ahead at a planned upcoming event that is being heavily influenced by one of the long time organizers of the legendary Goodwood Festival of Speed. The major domo for this concept if Stephano Santinelli, who has been a regular attendee at the last few Chowder luncheons.

For the past five years, Stephano Santinelli has been exploring an idea for an automotive experience that’s been missing in New York. Together with a few friends from, this vision has taken shape as RUSH — inspired by that unforgettable feeling of first driving a race car or glimpsing the green diamond at a baseball stadium.

“We’re still figuring out the details for year one,” he says, “but for me, it’s always been about creating something meaningful that brings people together in a beautiful setting — and, of course, fast cars.”

Alongside Stephano, Chris Salmon will also be on hand to share a few words. Chris brings a wealth of experience, having spent 16 years at Goodwood as Director of Concept & Event Operations and Ground Operations Manager. He also served as General Manager for Motorsport Events, overseeing world-renowned gatherings like the Festival of Speed, Goodwood Revival, and Glorious Goodwood.’

The pitch should prove thought provoking.