design industries foundation fighting aids (diffa) will gather thousands of designers, notable guests and avid supporters to celebrate its annual dining by design (dbd), 22 > 23 march. staged for five days, dining by design showcases extraordinary dining environments from renowned designers and brands to raise critical funds for diffa’s work fighting hiv/aids. for the ninth consecutive year, the new york event will be held at pier 92 in conjunction with the architectural digest design show.

the fun and fundraising starts on thursday, 22 march with the annual cocktails by design. this special preview party offers attendees the first look at these one-of-a-kind dining installations. guests are treated to bites from some of new york’s favorite restaurants at tasting tables. individual tickets are available for $200.