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Trinchero Family Estates Regional Manager Keith de la Gardelle, HGGH Executive Director Mamie Sterkx Gasperecz, Trinchero Family Estates Vice President of Trade Relations Barry Wiss and 2013 “Amazing Grapes� co-chairs (seated) Holt Kolb and Cara Ogg.

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Celebrating all things wine, the annual spring fundraiser “Amazing Grapes” is hosted by the Hermann-Grima + Gallier Historic Houses. This event helps to sustain its educational programming; these programs are tailored to the individual classroom curriculum of each school and offer uncommon perspectives on the diversity of life in 19th-century New Orleans.

Executive director Mamie Sterkx Gasperecz; vice president of trade relations Barry Wiss and regional manager Keith de la Gardelle for Trinchero Family Estates; and co-chairs Holt Kolb and Cara Ogg hope that you’ll join them on Friday, March 1, at the Westin New Orleans Canal Place hotel.

The event will kick off at 6 p.m. with a patron party featuring an exclusive patron auction board. The official start to the gala will be at 7 p.m. with a cocktail hour featuring heavy hors d’oeuvres and the start of a silent auction. Immediately following cocktails, guests will have the opportunity to participate in a very “spirited” live auction, as well as a three-course seated dinner accompanied by pairing of wines from Trinchero Family Estates.

For more information and to purchase tickets, call 525-5661.

Photographed by Jeffery Johnston.

Special thanks to development director Lisa B. Samuels for all of her assistance.

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30 features 20 A Gatsbian Affair

The Emeril Lagasse Foundation’s signature fundraiser generates $2.2 million in a weekend.

22 Getting smART with Art

“Cocktails for KID smART” celebrates its 10th anniversary in record-setting style.

24 Shine Bright

Top entrepreneurs under age 40 honored as “Rising Stars”

by Junior Achievement.

26 Ode to Louisiana

LCEF toasts state culture with “LA Fête Louisiane.”

28 Art for the Ages

18th annual “Poydras Home Art Show” raises $103,000 for a new wellness and therapy center.

30 A Helluva Night

Tulane University sets an event fundraising record with “Helluva Hullabaloo Auction.”

32 For Love of Literature

“STAIR Affair” uses an Alice in Wonderland theme to advance

literacy in public schools.

36 Sparkling Philanthropy

38 Top Dishes for

34 Star Designs

Longue Vue House and Gardens’ “Essence of Style Design Symposium” features Mario Buatta.

March of Dimes

28th annual “Signature Chefs Auction” benefits the March of Dimes Foundation.

40 St. Charles Avenue’s annual

Fifth annual “Uncork the Cure” raises funds for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

Couture Wedding Guide: Romantic Opulence

by Lisa Tudo r

51 Special Section

What’s New & What’s Hot in New Orleans’ Restaurant Scene

by Kel c y W i l b ur n

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18 standards 08 A Note From Bev 10 Cruisin’ the Crescent

b y s h e l by wes tf eldt

12 Skin Deep

Lash Out: Find the best mascara for your needs

By Cat Wall Aschaffenburg

14 What’s Hot: Valentine’s Day

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16 On the Menu

Layered Luxury: Crispy Eggplant with Basil Ricotta and Smoked Tomato Crawfish Sauce from Executive Chef Chris Montero of café b.

18 The Dish

Passionate Eats

by Gwendoly n Knapp

54 Vintage Wedding

Marianne Winter Miller to Dr. Isidore Cohn Jr. by bev ch urch

56 With This Ring

Bland – McLean

by Mall ory Lindsly

67 Student Activist

Agnes Robeson Bell – Louise S. McGhee School

by Mall ory L i ndsly

68 Shop Talk

Kay Fausset – Judy at the Rink

by Mirell a C am e r an

69 Shop Talk

Rivers Spencer – Rivers Spencer Interiors

by Mirell a C am e r an

58 Young Bloods

70 Snapshots

André Fiegler and Alex Lebow – Youth Run NOLA

by Lindsay Mack

72 Schooldays

80 Nostalgia

A Royal Welcome

by Seale Pat e r so n

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Volume 16 Issue 7

Editorial Executive Editor Bev Church Editor Morgan Packard Art Director Tiffani Reding Beauty Columnist Cat Wall Aschaffenburg Society Columnist Shelby Westfeldt Associate Editors Haley Adams and Sarah Ravits Intern Johanna Gretschel Advertising Sales Manager Jill Varney Account Executive Carey Faust Sales Assistant Erin Maher Production/Web Manager Staci McCarty Production Designer Sarah George Administration Chief Executive Officer Todd Matherne President Alan Campell Executive Vice President/Editor-in-Chief Errol Laborde Executive Assistant Kristi Ferrante Distribution Manager Christian Coombs To subscribe or for office information: (504) 830-7231

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The entire contents of this magazine are copyrighted by Renaissance Publishing, LLC, 2013 with all rights reserved. Reproduction or use, without permission, of editorial or graphic content in any manner is prohibited. St. Charles Avenue is not responsible for photos or artwork and assumes that all releases have been cleared upon submission to the magazine. St. Charles Avenue is published monthly by Renaissance Publishing, LLC, 110 Veterans Blvd., Ste. 123, Metairie, La. 70005, (504) 828-1380. It is the policy of this magazine to employ people on the basis of their qualifications and with assurance of equal opportunity and treatment regardless of race, color, creed, sex, age, sexual orientation, religion, national origin or handicap.

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february 2 22nd annual “Party with a Purpose,” benefiting Taste of the NFL, (952) 835-7621 5 “IHOP National Pancake Day,” benefiting Children’s Hospital, 896-9373 21 “Goldring-Woldenberg Major Donor Dinner,” benefiting the Jewish Federation of Greater New Orleans, 780-5614 22 “Go Red for Women Luncheon,” benefiting the American Heart Association, 830-2300

Good friends Peggy and Jack Laborde, President of the Foundation of the LSU Health Sciences Center, and Dr. Tony Fuselier, Professor of Urology at LSU, and Ann Fuselier chaired a benefit for the LSU Department of Urology. Their fundraiser helped expand educational programs for residents, students and fellows in the department, and to continue public clinics at University and Children›s Hospital. It isn’t too late to donate: Tax-deductible donations can be made payable to LSUHSC Foundation, Dept. of Urology 450A South Claiborne Ave., New Orleans, LA 70112.

Amazing Grapes, the fabulous spring fundraiser for Hermann-Grima and Gallier Historic Houses is March 1 and you don’t want to miss it! We are so excited to have executive director Mamie Gasperecz, co-chairs Holt Kolb and Cara Ogg, Barry Wiss representing Trinchero Family Estates and Keith de la Gardelle, regional manager of the Trincero Family Estate on our cover this month. Kolb and Ogg have planned an exciting evening with a patron party at 6 p.m. at the Westin Canal featuring an exclusive patron auction board. At 7 p.m. more cocktails, heavy hors d’oeuvres and a spirited live auction will follow. All proceeds go to continuing the HGGH’s educational programs and to offering a glimpse into life in New Orleans in the 19th century. For tickets, please call Lisa Samuels at 274-0747.

Valentine’s Day, as usual, is February 14, so you’ll want to check out this month’s What’s Hot for everything from jewelry to intimates and everything in between.

Out annual Couture Wedding Guide presents you with the best that New Orleans wedding vendors have to offer, from rings to

dresses to locations to food and more!

In addition, we have a special section on what’s new and what’s hot in the restaurant scene – and our town is known for the best!

There are two special fundraisers coming up quickly that are so important to our city: “SweetArts Bash” for the Contemporary Arts Center and “Sugarplum Ball” for Children’s Hospital.

The “SweetArts Bash” at the CAC is March 9 from 8 to 11 p.m. and the honoree’s reception is February 28 at Allen Eskew’s. Nici Eichberger and Greg Porter are co-chairing the event and promise a night to remember, with classic dishes from top chefs and signature cocktails by artists in boutique bars; VIPs can relax in intimate lounges, enjoy decorated spaces and then dance the night away. Please call 528-3805 for ticket information.

Friends of Children’s Hospital will come together on Friday, March 8, in celebration of the 32nd annual “Sugarplum Ball” themed “Midnight in Paris” at The Old Ursuline Convent in the French Quarter. Co-chairs Christy Kane and Betsey Todd have amassed a

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huge committee to take on the task of turning the 260-year-old convent grounds into 1920s Paris. The 2013 “Sugarplum Ball” will help fund the expansion of services at the Autism Center at Children’s Hospital and will honor orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Andy King. For more information, contact Children’s Hospital Public Affairs at 896-9373 or to purchase tickets visit chnola.org/sugarplum.

We have a special vintage wedding featuring Dr. Isidore Cohn Jr. and Marianne Cohn – two New Orleanians who have given so much to our city and our country.

You will love it!

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events submission If you would like your organization’s fundraising events to be listed in St. Charles Avenue’s Calendar of Events, please fill out this form and return to: St. Charles Avenue magazine 110 Veterans Blvd., Ste. 123 Metairie, LA 70005 Attn: Morgan Packard fax 504/828-1385 or email: morgan@myneworleans.com

Organization name: Organization address: Contact name: Contact phone: Contact e-mail: Contact fax: Event name: Event address: Event date: Event time: Cost of event: Phone number for info. & tickets: Chairs and co-chairs:

Board members:

Honorees:

A brief description of event:

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cruisin’the crescent Six degrees of separation is defined as: the idea that everyone is approximately six or fewer steps away, by way of introduction, from any other person in the world. I thought of this theory after socializing over the holidays. We all play the “name game” as a conversation tool when meeting someone new. If you know someone from their hometown, high school or college, you mention that person’s name and if they know them or know someone that does then – bam – you have something in common to talk about. After having many conversations over the Yuletide season I discovered that New Orleanians are not easily forgotten. Every person I met while out of town for the holidays knew someone I knew, and it was usually someone I knew well.

Now it takes a few minutes of conversation before you make the connection, but I was astonished

By Shelby Westfeldt

several times when I realized to whom I was talking. At a party in New York I met a dear family friend of mine’s first cousin from Charleston, S.C.; while delivering gifts in Charlotte, N.C., I met my dad’s high school classmate and I ate brunch with the sister of one of the bridesmaids in my uncle’s wedding. Can you guess what every conversation ended with?

“It’s a small world!”

The holidays can be exhausting!

It takes a lot of energy to socialize, especially when you’re constantly meeting new people.

So I want to thank you, New Orleanians, for your impressions on people. You are such wonderful characters to discuss that it made all the rendezvous I had a delight. So be yourselves when greeting the next batch of Super Bowl and Mardi Gras fans; it’s a sure fire way to keep the conversations entertaining for our future encounters. F

Members of the New Orleans Board of Trade gathered at the Windsor Court Hotel this year for their annual Christmas cocktail party. The organization, since its founding in 1880, has celebrated many holidays. NOBOT is actively involved in the trade and maritime industry and provides various service and products to assist its members in their day-to-day operations.

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Every year the Recess Club hosts a Christmas party where they invite the boys from the Waldo Burton home to come and enjoy the holiday festivities. Each boy from Waldo Burton, which is a nonprofit private home that has housed boys in need since 1824, goes home with a present of his choice provided by the Recess club members. This year the event took place at the New Orleans Country Club and provided quite the party with Santa and his elves face painting and doing magic tricks. The boys mingled with the members and their children over hot dogs, hamburgers and gumbo. At the end of lunch, Recess Club President Ted Kennedy invited the guests to come to the microphone and tell jokes while he and Santa passed out gifts.

2. Recess Club President Ted Kennedy and his children pose with Santa 3. Executive Director of the Waldo Burton Home, Alex Gagnet, and his son, Nelson 4. Noel Johnson with daughter Emily and Parker Ann Leopold 5. Erica Thompson with father Jim Thompson and Rob Finnerty 6. Regan Leopold and daughter Parker Ann get some face time with Santa

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skin deep

By Cat Wall Aschaffenburg

Lash Out

Find the best mascara for your needs

Magazines flood us with information on “the best” mascaras, but what works for some may not work for others – I can’t stress enough the importance of finding what works for you. To make it easier to get the most out of any mascara I have 10 great tips for fabulous lashes in 2013: 1: If your lashes are: Long but need volume. Reach for a brush that’s fat and bulky; remember that a fat brush equals fat lashes. Try: L’Oreal Voluminous, CoverGirl Lash Blast (orange tube), Diorshow or Clinique High Impact Extreme Volume.

2: If your lashes are: Thick but need length. Reach for a longer, thinner brush; remember that a longer brush equals longer, more defined lashes. Try: Clinique High Lengths, Maybelline Great Lash (green-and-pink tube) or Smashbox Hyperlash.

3: If your lashes are: Smudgy and smear, and you have trouble finding mascara that doesn’t end up under your eyes, you need waterproof mascara. Try: Urban Decay Cannonball Ultra Waterproof.

4: If you have a traditional brush wand, improve lash

separation while applying mascara by moving the wand in a swift, zigzag motion from lash root to tip, as opposed to one sweeping motion.

5: One of the most common lash mistakes is that many forget to coat the inner lashes.

If you only apply mascara to the middle and outer corners of your lashes, you can give an illusion that changes your eye shape, making them look closer together or more narrow. Think of your lashes as a fan with three sections. You want to amplify every section of the fan – middle, outer side and inner side – to really open up your eyes and flatter your eye shape.

6: Dab the tip of your mascara wand on a tissue to get rid of the glob that tends to form on the wand’s tip. This will keep you from getting uneven, goopy product distribution – especially on your shorter lashes.

7: It is OK to physically bend your wand to help you reach smaller lashes. (You can always bend it back, carefully.) It is a great, cost-effective option if you don’t want to buy separate mascara with a bent-wand applicator, like Napoleon Perdis Long Black (one of my favorite

for fluttery lashes).

8: If you use a lash primer, particularly a white one (like Clinique Lash Building Primer), wait 10 to 30 seconds for the primer to dry, then apply your mascara. This keeps the color of your mascara from looking “diluted” (i.e. gray instead of black).

9: When applying multiple coats of mascara, avoid putting several coats on one eye at a time or you’ll end up with one really thick coat rather than a more defined finish. Apply

one coat on your left eye, then switch to your right, then go back to your left, and so on.

This allows each coat a little necessary time to set (but not completely dry) before you put on the next coat.

10: Clear mascara not only gives you that “no-makeup makeup” look, but also makes a great brow gel. Fill in your brows with color if you like, then sweep a coat of clear mascara over them to keep them in place. Try: Sephora Professional Clear Defining. F

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Valentine’s Day Though it comes at the same time every year, Valentine’s Day can seem to appear at the last second in a city that’s often dealing with Carnival at the same time. So consider this your wake-up call – Valentine’s Day is Thursday, February 14, and below are the perfect gifts for the girls in your life.

2 1. For the one who never leaves your heart, no matter how far apart you are, these “breakable” sterling silver heart pendants are available in mother-daughter, sister-sister and “forever together”-“never apart.” Cristy’s Collection, 377-9575, CristysCollection.com 2. Wear one, wear them all, with these stackable sterling and gemstone bands by Thistle & Bee you can match them to your outfit or to your mood; give them to the woman who has it all or keep them all for yourself. Wellington & Company Fine Jewelry, 505 Royal St., 525-4855, WCJewelry.com

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3. If you’re looking for a gift that gives back, look no further than these three-strand bracelets handmade in Cambodia. They are packaged in a palm leaf box with a “3Strands” sticker and also include an informational brochure signed by the girl who created your bracelet.

Fifty percent of proceeds help rescue, restore and bring hope to victims of sex trafficking. Abeille NOLA LLC, 8438 Oak St., 324-3488, AbeilleNola.com

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4. Perfect for the New Orleans girl who needs a good pair of flats, but in a Valentine’s worthy red, these “IFLEUR” ballet flats feature an embroidered fleur-delis on each toe and come in both red and grey suede.

French Sole New Orleans, Canal Place, 333 Canal St., Suite 119, 267-9000, FrenchSoleNewOrleans.com 5. For your most intimate relationship, give an intimate gift. These Cosabella lace thongs come in one size (no guessing), a multitude of fun colors and are practical to boot. Second Skin Intimate Apparel, Old Metairie Shopping Center, 701 Metairie Road, Metairie, 322-2937 6. With just the right amount of hardware for her rebellious streak and in “lipstick” red, this “Mini Mac Clutch” by Rebecca Minkoff is both on-trend and classic while still feeling edgy – perfect for the woman who keeps you on your toes. FeBe 474 Metairie Road, Metairie, 835-5250, FeBeClothing.com

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Layered Luxury

Crispy Eggplant with Basil Ricotta and Smoked Tomato Crawfish Sauce From Executive Chef Chris Montero of cafĂŠ b

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recipe Crispy Eggplant with Basil Ricotta and Smoked Tomato Crawfish Sauce Basil Ricotta 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese 1 Tablespoon fresh flat leaf parsley, chopped 1 Tablespoon fresh basil, chopped 1 pinch red pepper flakes Fold together all ingredients, season with salt and pepper to taste. Keep cold until ready to use.

Roasted Tomato Crawfish Sauce 1 pound fresh Louisiana crawfish tails with fat 1 1/4 cups roasted tomatoes, julienned (sundried tomatoes can be used as a substitute) 2 sticks unsalted butter, cold and cubed 1/4 cups of heavy cream 2 Tablespoons rice wine vinegar 2 Tablespoons sweet vermouth 1 Tablespoon shallots, minced In a saucepan sweat shallots, add the vinegar and vermouth and reduce. Add cream and reduce by half. Add half the tomatoes and simmer for 2 minutes. Mount the cold butter, one cube at a time, on low heat. Add the remaining tomatoes, crawfish tails and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Keep warm until ready to serve.

Fried Eggplant 2 medium eggplants, sliced 1/2-inch thick 1 cup seasoned flour 2 cups panko breadcrumbs 1 Tablespoon Creole seasoning 3 eggs, beaten 2 cups whole milk Kosher salt to taste Canola oil for frying Whisk together milk and eggs to create an egg wash.

Dredge the eggplant slices in the seasoned flour and egg wash, then liberally coat in panko breadcrumbs.

Fry breaded eggplant in 350-degree oil until crisp and golden brown. Finish by seasoning with Creole seasoning and salt.

To Plate Alternate 3 layers of fried eggplant with 2 Tablespoons of basil ricotta, and top liberally with smoked tomato crawfish sauce.

Garnish with fresh basil.

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the dish

By Gwendolyn Knapp

The Grill Room | 300 Gravier St. | Windsor Court Hotel | 523-6000 GrillRoomNewOrleans.com Ye Olde College Inn | 3000 S. Carollton Ave. | 866-3863 CollegeInn1933.com Sucré | 3025 Magazine St. | 520-8311 | Lakeside Mall | 3301 Veterans Blvd.

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The Farm Duck entrée at The Grill Room

Passionate Eats February has the makings for some very special occasion moments. Between Mardi Gras and Valentine’s Day (only two days, actually), you’ll probably be in need of some dining recommendations, and if chefs Kristin Butterworth and Brian McGeehee have anything to do with it, you’ll gain a new passion for dining in New Orleans.

Maybe it’s the collection of beautiful artwork, the luscious flowers and the ornate bar – not to mention the grand piano – but The Grill Room has long been associated with special occasions.

But whether it’s a Valentine’s Day or a regular weekend night, one step up the stairs into the Windsor Court’s fine-dining mecca and all cares melt away.

Last fall, The Grill Room at Windsor Court welcomed a new talent in the kitchen, Kristin Butterworth, an award-winning chef who relocated from Pennsylvania and immediately added her elegant signature to the menu with terrifically bold and impressive seasonal dishes.

For the full scope of her talents, a chef’s tasting menu is offered, though the regular dinner menu

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and a bacon beignet. The beignet alone is appetizer worthy, topped with a bacon-infused powder sugar that chef Butterworth creates in-house, and can be plated tableside, offering a unique aromatic experience. Infusions seem to be a great strength here.

Whiskey pecans, which accent a decadent Madeira-lacquered duck entrée with butternut squash risotto and Georgia wildflower honeycomb, are soaked in whiskey, which is then used in a cocktail at the Cocktail Bar downstairs. As part of the Winsor Court’s $22 million dollar renovation completed in 2012, the bar focuses on modern drinks with a culinary twist (i.e. infusions) and mixologist Christine Jeanine Nielsen creates innovative riffs on classics, like the Aviation Snoball. Her drinks and panache are heralded by local bartenders and imbibers and are definitely worth a stop in for an after dinner drink.

Ye Olde College Inn has long been associated with their hospitality and comfort food, but a couple of years ago a farm-to-table approach was introduced in the kitchen by then-new chef Brian McGeehee.

Since then the restaurant has been sourcing locally, even supplying its own produce and eggs. The restaurant’s tiny “farm” of herbs and produce grows on the side of Carrollton Avenue, often attracting a driver’s curiosity. It is with great innovation and success that

McGeehee puts his harvest to use in dishes ranging from utterly decadent to guilt-free. The Gulf fish is served with a farm fresh garden vegetable maque choux and a creamy roasted corn sauce that’s worth the trip alone. A crispy boudin cake topped with a poached egg from the restaurant’s coop is served with pepper jelly dressing and red pepper sauce.

Though I wouldn’t suggest dining here if you’re in the midst of fasting, there are at least a few options for dieters. Nearly everything else has a sinful element. On a recent visit, a special entrée for the evening was a Gulf Fish encrusted in Zapp’s chips and served over garden hash, a medley of gorgeous squash and herbs plucked from their garden – the star of the show. The great thing about Ye Olde College Inn is that it still retains its ineffable charm: the local sports icons on the wall, the din of noise that envelops the dining room as the place packs out, the welcoming staff.

But perhaps the best thing about Ye Olde College Inn right now is that it’s certainly experiencing a renaissance. There really is something for everyone, from poor boys to broiled fish to braised duck salad, all of which are accented by the kitchen’s obsession with farm-fresh ingredients. F

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Sucré’s Carnival chocolate collections feature flavors quintessentially New Orleans, such as bananas foster and pecan praline.

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1. Chefs Emeril Lagasse and Mario Batali 2. Paul and Suzie Frank 3. Rachel Lieberman and Frederic Rouzaud 4.

Clancy and Margo Dubos with Bryan Batt and Tom Cianfichi 5.

Marc Forgione, Kristin Shannon and Joseph Lenn 6. Dr. Ralph Lupin, Carole Follman, Pam Lupin, Dr. Hal and Leslie Stokes and Russel and Donna Klein 7. Gary Solomon Jr. and Gary Solomon Sr. 8. Jennifer Bond with Sammy and Kari Hagar

A Gatsbian Affair

The Emeril Lagasse Foundation’s signature fundraiser generates $2.2 million in a weekend.

Sequins, fringe and the Charleston were en vogue among the 600-plus revelers at the eighth annual “Carnivale du Vin” on Saturday, November 3, the roaring 1920s-themed highlight of a philanthropic weekend. “Speak Easy, Bid Loud” paired with Friday night’s second annual “Boudin & Beer” fest to raise $2.2 million for the Emeril Lagasse Foundation.

The sold-out gala and wine auction kicked off with Emeril’s Bacchus Reception, where chef Emeril and Alden Lagasse toasted

the 2012 Event Honoree, Bob Cabral of Williams Selyem in Sonoma, Calif. Cabral is a devoted member of Lagasse’s Krewe du Vin and was honored last year as “Winemaker of the Year” by Wine Enthusiast.

A Lagasse event could not bear his name without boasting a fine selection of vittles to go with it.

Krewe du Vin, a cast of celebrity chefs selected to prepare the event’s five-course wine pairings meal, featured Mario Batali, Joseph Lenn, Tyler Florence, Marc Forgione and Michelle Gayer, as well as

nonprofit organizations that Arista Winery, Caymus Vineyards, provide culinary, nutrition, garden, Roederer Estate, Crocker & Starr arts and life skills programs. and Williams Selyem.

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Getting smART with Art

“Cocktails for KID smART” celebrates its 10th anniversary in record-setting style.

Jim Perrier and Jim Ashbee hosted the annual “Cocktails for KID smART” fundraiser, “Dreams Take Flight,” at their home on Thursday, November 8. Their refashioned mansion and exquisite art collection was the perfect backdrop to toast to event’s 10th anniversary of raising funds for the development of children’s arts education and programming.

The nonprofit organization set a record in raising 108 percent of their goal, thanks to the 175 guests who attended. Partygoers

enjoyed music from the internationally renowned Norbert Slama Trio and delectable hors d’oeuvres by Joel Catering. Urban Earth provided breathtaking floral arrangements to complement the astounding art on the walls.

Simon Gunning, a native of Australia and resident of New Orleans for over 25 years, was named the Featured Artist of the event. His stunning and intricately detailed oil painting, “Bayou Coquille,” features a white bird soaring over the green expanse

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existing academic curriculum, of the bayou. All event sponsors complements different learning and patrons received a signed, limited edition giclée of the event’s styles in the classroom and improves local schools. F invitation art.

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Shine Bright

Top entrepreneurs under age 40 honored as “Rising Stars” by Junior Achievement.

The Junior Achievement of Greater New Orleans’ 2012 “Rising Stars Reception” honored seven young entrepreneurs representing five different companies on Thursday, October 4. The cocktail party took place at the home of New Orleans developer Sean Cummings, himself a former Rising Star.

This year’s inductees included Craig Cordes, Antonio LaMartina and Sal LaMartina, co-founders of Cordina Frozen Cocktails; G. Perry

Eastman, president of Auto-Chlor Services, Inc.; Jennifer S. Medbery, founder and CEO of Kickboard; Jessica Shahien, executive director of 504ward; and Gary Solomon Jr., president of Solomon Group.

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Sarah Dunn, Christie Andras-Royster and Sayde Finkel 3. Bethany Bultman, Jennifer and Gary Edwards and Eva Sanmartin 4. Kathy Richard, Jason Curole, Jolene Pinder and Demetric Mercadel 5. Dorian Rush with Shannon and David Williams 6. Africa Brass

Ode to Louisiana

LCEF toasts state culture with “LA Fête Louisiane.”

The gorgeous grounds of the historic Joan Mitchell Center served as the backdrop to Friday, November 2’s “LA Fête Louisiane,” the third annual fundraiser sponsored by the Louisiana Cultural Economy Foundation to celebrate the state’s diverse cultural industries that give Louisiana its unique brand and identity.

The celebration of Louisiana culture showcased local musical talent by featuring the Original Pinettes Brass Band, Clint

Maedgen, Reese Johanson Performance Collaborative, United Praise Singers and Africa Brass.

After 10 p.m., DJ Matty spun 1960s and ’70s dance tunes for the Silent Disco in a creative way to comply with the noise ordinance.

The state’s gastronomic virtuosity was also given the spotlight as guests nibbled on delicious treats from a number of local restaurants, including Pascale’s Manale, Galatoire’s, American Sector and Palace Café.

Top honors of the night went to Mayor Mitch Landrieu, LCEF Lifetime Cultural Economy Leadership Awardee and Jennifer Eplett-Reilly, LCEF Cultural Economy Hero Awardee. Also recognized for their contributions were Sarah Dunn, Cherice HarrisonNelson, Reece Williams and the Shreveport Regional Arts Council.

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18th annual “Poydras Home Art Show” raises $103,000 for a new wellness and therapy center.

More than 2,500 original works of art dotted the landscape of the 18th annual “Poydras Home Art Show” on November 3 and 4 at the Poydras Home. The gorgeous retirement home facilities hosted an indoor juried art exhibition, while the art show and sale were on display outdoors. The event raised a total of $103,000 for the retirement community.

Louisiana and regional artists contributed their work to make

the art show and sale locally based, with pieces displaying a variety of mediums, including traditional and contemporary paintings, photography, sculpture, metalwork, pottery, jewelry and fine crafts.

John Bullard, former director and CEO of New Orleans Museum of Art, served as Show Judge for the art competition. The first place purse of $1,000 went to “I Cry for My City Today,” a painting by the

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New Orleans-based artist Michele Lambert. Formerly a business and property owner, Lambert was driven to paint after Hurricane Katrina. Her acclaimed contestwinning painting depicts Katrina victims in various states of unrest; a jarring red X slashes through the center of the canvas in reference to tags on houses during the storm.

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A Helluva Night

Tulane University sets an event fundraising record with “Helluva Hullabaloo Auction.”

The “Helluva Hullabloo Auction” raised more than $780,000 to set a record in the fundraising event’s 11-year history on Friday, November 2, in the Lavin-Bernick University Center at Tulane University. The event is a fixture of Homecoming Week, with all proceeds benefiting Green Wave student-athletes.

The evening’s celebrity auctioneering duties went to Bryan Batt, alumnus of Tulane University and

HBO’s “Mad Men.” The crowd of more than 500 alumni, family and friends of Tulane bid on 11 live auction items and 349 silent auction items.

The star-studded selection of auction items was an easy sell. The Manchester United Experience was one of the most hotly contested packages of the night, offering four people the chance to attend a Premier League match, tour training facilities

Athletics Director Rick Dickson. and meet members of the British Additional items were exclusively soccer team.

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Elaine Fitzpatrick with Norwood and Sidney Thornton 3. Keith Lessig and Dick Piner 4.

Co-chair Sara Hudson with Matt and Suzanne Wisdom

For Love of Literature

“STAIR Affair” uses an Alice in Wonderland theme to advance literacy in public schools.

More than 200 guests joined Alice and the Mad Hatter in the Wonderland of Sidney and Norwood Thornton’s residence on Thursday, November 8, for “Down the Rabbit Hole,” the third rendering of “STAIR Affair: Black and White and Read All Over.”

The worlds of New Orleans and Wonderland collided at the event, as signs proclaiming, “eat me!” labeled classic Creole favorites courtesy of Jacque-Imo’s and Crabby Jack’s. Open bar cocktail

stations sponsored by Barefoot Wine and Bubbly, Republic National Distributing Co. and Southern Eagle Sales & Service were marked with “drink me!” The Lars Edegran Jazz Trio provided entertainment for the night.

An auction was another highlight of the event, with a Wellington & Co. gift certificate, Hyatt French Quarter “staycation” accommodations and a blissful Amelia Island, Fla., weekend getaway all up for grabs.

grade students in New Orleans Co-chairs Jonnie Honse and public schools. The nonprofit orgaSara Hudson spearheaded what nization’s squadron of volunteer will soon be an annual function, tutors has aided more than 6,000 and First Lady Cheryl Landrieu students since 1985. F and Ruby Bridges were on hand as honorary co-chairs of the event.

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Poydras Home Gratefully Acknowledges all of the Generous Sponsors of the 2012 Poydras Home Art Show & Patron Party

Ella and Walter Flower In Loving Memory of Ella S. Montgomery Luzianne Standard Mortgage Corporation

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Lise and Dick Montgomery In Loving Memory of Ella S. Montgomery Whitney National Bank Woodward Design + Build

Monet Aimée and Stewart Farnet Mr. and Mrs. C. James McCarthy, III In Honor of Howard H. Russell, Jr., MD Howard H. Russell, Jr., MD Mathes Brierre Architects Star Service, Inc. of New Orleans Triton Healthcare, Inc.

Gauguin Big Easy Services Linda and Alan Brackett Mr. and Mrs. Gary H. Brewster Chevron Mr. and Mrs. Conrad G. Collins CommCare Corporation Crescent Growth Capital Louise Carroll Collins Dabezies Diabetes Management & Supplies Eustis Insurance and Benefits Mr. and Mrs. David Leeds Eustis Mr. and Mrs. H. Mortimer Favrot, Jr. Fidelity Homestead Savings Bank First NBC The Goldring Family Foundation

Feild Gomila and Snappy Jacobs Mrs. Alfred J. Herkes Mr. and Mrs. James M. Huger Latter & Blum, Inc. Marco Outdoor Advertising, Inc A Friend of Poydras In Honor of Winx McCarthy In Memory of Mabel Palmer Dena L. Olivier and Sam Spalitta Omnicare, Inc. Pontchartrain Materials Corporation, LLC Katherine and Rob Saer Sibley Gallery Melanee and Steve Usdin Waters, Parkerson & Co., LLC

Van Gogh Acadian Ambulance Service Libby and Mark Adams Mr. and Mrs. Rodney E. Ashworth Cathy and Morris Bart Wendy and Thomas Beron Joan Burguieres Brown Anne and Frank Buescher Jordana M. Civetti Penny Saer and James George Coulter In Honor of Teetsie Van Horn Mary and Bob Coyle Nancy and Sid Degan Dr. and Mrs. Valentine Earhart Catherine and David Edwards Elkins, PLC Drs. Leslie and Lance Estrada JoAnn Flom Greenberg Susan and Jimmy Gundlach Yvonne and Oscar Gwin The Charlotte Habliston Family Delia Lane Hardie

Elizabeth and Hayden Wren Hospice Compassus HUB International Gulf South HUMANA Dr. and Mrs. Robert N. Jones Jones Walker Dr. Leonard B. Kancher Susan T. Kartkze Mr. and Mrs. Clay P. Kearney Mr. and Mrs. E. Lansing Kolb Mary Myrick Langlois Laporte CPAs & Business Advisors Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth A. Lawder, Jr. Dr. and Mrs. Barry Leader Leo Fellman & Company Liskow & Lewis Mr. and Mrs. Richard M. Meyers MajGen and Mrs. David M. Mize, Ret. Grace and Ken Newburger In Honor of Winx McCarthy The Honorable Floyd W. Newlin Casey Dietz-Perez

Plante & Moran Perkins Eastman In Honor of Jay Rivé Right at Home Courtney and Jay Rivé Mrs. Lawrence C. Robert, Jr. Pat and Sam Rosamond DeeDee and Allen Roussel Puddin and Jimmy Roussel Dr. and Mrs. J. Kenneth Saer Nelda and Riley Sibley Karen Gleye Smith Claire and Harry Stahel Clare and John Stewart Thoth Charities, LLC Pamela B. Wakeman Waste Management Blair and Bob Wehrmann Jill and Marc Winston Patricia M. Woodstein Xpress Ray, Inc. Cynthia and Ames Yeates

5354 Magazine St., NOLA 70115 504.897.0535 • www.poydrashome.com The mission of Poydras Home is to respect and preserve the dignity of the human spirit among the elderly by continuing the legacy of care through quality, supportive services, and by advocating on their behalf.

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Star Designs

Longue Vue House and Gardens’ “Essence of Style Design Symposium” features Mario Buatta.

Ever wonder what Mariah Carey’s home looks like? How about Billy Joel’s? Mario Buatta has seen it all – he designed for the stars himself. The internationally renowned interior decorator was the featured speaker at the Longue Vue House and Gardens’ annual “Essence of Style Design Symposium” on Thursday, November 8, at Audubon Tea Room.

Jennifer and Fred Heebe hosted the kick-off patron party on

Wednesday, November 7 at their majestic St. Charles Avenue home.

Patrons nibbled on appetizers from Dakota-Catered Grand Events, with Harry Hardin providing atmosphere on the violin.

After a welcome and introductions from Longue Vue Executive Director Joe Baker, symposium co-chairs Ann Colfry and Sherry McFadden, and Rene J.L. Fansen, Fellow of the American Society of Landscape Architects, Buatta launched into his lecture, “If You

acres and is a designated National Can’t Hide It, Decorate It!” Historic Landmark. The annual “A house should grow in the design symposium is in its 21st same way that an artist’s painting year of raising funds for Longue grows: a few dabs today, a few Vue’s educational programming. F more tomorrow and the rest when the spirit moves you,” Buatta advised.

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Sparkling Philanthropy

Fifth annual “Uncork the Cure” raises funds for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

With a glass of bubbly in hand, you know the night will be great – especially when you’re contributing to a worthy cause.

“Uncork the Cure,” a champagne and sparkling wine sampling event at the Fair Grounds Race Course on Thursday, November 8, raised funds for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

The crowd of 200-plus revelers enjoyed a variety of dishes from

Royal House, Vega, Parkway Bakery, Le Meritage, New Orleans Ice Cream and more.

Sipping samples of champagne from Uncorked Distributing and National Republic Distributing, including Piper Heidsick, Henriot, Mumm, Schramsberg and Martini & Rossi, got everyone in the mood to boogie with Kid Merv and All That Jazz down on the dance floor.

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Chefs from 17 of New Orleans’ top restaurants congregated at the New Orleans Marriott on Friday, November 2 for the 28th annual “Signature Chefs Auction” to benefit the March of Dimes, presented by East Jefferson General Hospital.

The annual gala showcases the best dishes from a selection of the city’s top Executive Chefs.

Chef Mark Quitney of 5 Fifty 5 Restaurant in the New Orleans

Marriot served as the Chef Chairman; Dr. Bennie Nobles and Dr. Brian Barkemeyer co-chaired the event.

Delectable dishes included shrimp with caramelized and sautéed jalapeños with roasted red pepper crème cheese, and Louisiana oyster and wild mushroom cobbler with country ham and oyster dressing. After feasting on the flavorful fare, the 250 guests quickly worked off the

“national voluntary health agency calories by hitting the dance floor committed to improving the health and jamming to the tunes of the of babies by preventing birth Regg Sanders Jazz Trio. defects, premature birth and infant Thanks in part to the live mortality.” F auction, in which a luxurious Hawaii weekend getaway was the most hotly event at a glance contested item on the What: 28th annual “Signature block, the event raised Chefs Auction,” presented by East $110,000 for the New Jefferson General Hospital benefiting Orleans Division March the March of Dimes Foundation of Dimes Foundation.

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avish gowns conjuring old-world fantasy and stately ceremony serve as the prelude to the abundant couture goods and services available to contemporary New Orleans brides with modern expectations. Sourcing your rings and registry, venue, attire, invitations, trousseau, bouquets, cake and even the service itself is just the beginning of your new beginning.

A generations-old tradition for New Orleans brides, Adler’s (722 Canal St.; Lakeside Mall, 3301 Veterans Memorial Blvd., 523-5292, AdlersJewelry.com) gift registry offers

a vast selection of tabletop and

home décor in traditional and contemporary patterns, as well as engravable silver accessories for the wedding party. Adler’s hand-written gift cards encourage flexibility in purchasing and receiving gifts, and for every seven place settings received the eighth is free. Adler’s collection of fine jewelry, gifts for the table and stationery ranks among the finest available in the world, making Adler’s the newly engaged couple’s one-stop-shop.

Founded in 1976, familyowned Friend & Company (7713 Maple St., 866-5433, FriendAndCompany. com) designs and crafts custom

diamond engagement rings and is

home to a wide-ranging collection of spectacular antique and estate jewelry as well as South Sea pearl collections. With headquarters in Uptown and offices in New York, Russia, Israel and Hong Kong, Friend & Company boasts global resources while keeping its neighborhood boutique feel. Their full-service bridal registry offers individual assistance in selecting china, crystal, sterling flatware and gifts, and a secure parking lot makes stopping by their Maple Street store a breeze.

The Louisiana Landmarks Society’s “Hurry Up and Say ‘I Do’ at the Pitot House” (1440 Moss St., 482-0312, LouisianaLandmarks.org) on

Bayou St. John is a new one-day event for weddings, commitment ceremonies and vow renewals.

Each couple and 20 guests have 45 minutes for a seated ceremony in the back garden followed by a champagne toast on the upstairs gallery. The flat rate package includes the officiant, photographer (two photos are included with the option to purchase more) a fabulous bouquet along with scrumptious his and hers cupcakes. My fiancé and I booked the 4 p.m. time

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slot November 10, 2012, and I can personally recommend the intimate experience from start to finish, with a breezy, mild Indian summer weather as a bonus.

The Roosevelt New Orleans (123 Baronne St., 648-1200, TheRooseveltNewOrleans.com), a

Waldorf Astoria Hotel, not only provides brilliantly restored historic venues, luxurious accommodations and impeccable service; it’s also home to the nationally celebrated Sazerac Bar, the world-renowned Blue Room and the exclusive, serene Guerlain Spa, providing a couple’s therapy suite and relaxation lounge when you need it most.

The hotel’s delectable cuisine can be customized for your event to include Kosher and cultural fare, with spectacular cakes created in-house. The magnificent Church of the Immaculate Conception is conveniently located directly across the street for traditional Catholic ceremonies.

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the shopping experience.

A 2012 “Best of Weddings” pick by The Knot Wedding Website is Race &

Perlis (6070 Magazine St.; 1281 N. Causeway Blvd., Suite 6, Mandeville; 891-2073, (800) 725-6055; Perlis.com),

Religious (510 Race St., (985) 768-2956, RaceAndReligious.com).

A relic of an older Louisiana, the Greek Revival row house and its slave quarter were built in 1836.

A masterpiece of Creole nostalgia, Race & Religious is a love song to New Orleans, a whimsical European fairy tale, a spectacle of design that makes it a truly distinctive location for weddings and special events.

Welcoming up to 300 guests to its romantic compound, Race & Religious offers state-of-the-art venue accommodations with packages that vary from leisurely weekend stays to all-inclusive coordinated celebrations.

A wedding or rehearsal dinner at Latrobe’s on Royal (403 Royal St., 299-0601, LatrobesOnRoyal.com) can be romantic or sultry, lush or exotic, traditional or trendy. A preservationist gem, its wrought-iron balconies featuring the Louisiana State Bank cartouche, ancient stuccoed brick walls, cypress woodwork and hand-wrought iron hardware provide a rich backdrop for glamorous celebrations and exquisite photographs. This historic venue radiates the genuine old world charm of the Vieux Carré.

Amy Casbarian, owner of Wedding Belles (3632 Magazine St., 891-1005, WeddingBellesStationer.com), offers

stylish brides in New Orleans a chic alternative to traditional styles.

Her young, fashionable team takes appointments to make fittings intimate and fun in an inspired boutique environment. Casbarian’s masterfully edited collection of designer bridesmaid’s dresses and bridal gowns make Wedding Belles

the destination for sophisticated, modern brides.

Mimi (5500 Magazine St., 269-6464, MimiNola.com), the South’s largest

Vera Wang Bridal retailer, is now Louisiana’s authorized dealer for Monique L’Huillier as well as sole purveyor of haute couture mantilla Monvieve Veils from Milan, Italy.

Along with superb after-sale service, free expert alterations by seamstress Dami Behlar and private appointments with Vera Wang specialist Gail Hester, now Mimi has partnered to offer free valet parking Wednesdays through Saturdays from noon until 5 p.m. to facilitate the gown experience.

Owners Lisa and Collum Swords, along with their fabulous and friendly consultants, are always on hand to personally guide you through their stunning collection of designer wedding attire at Garden District grande dame Town & Country Bridal Salon (1514 St. Charles Ave., 523-7027, TownAndCountryBridal.com).

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a mainstay in the men’s clothing business since 1939, is famous for its selection of summer-weight suits in poplin, seersucker and white linen and carries classic Eton suits for the smallest members of the bridal party.

Perlis also offers superior formalwear rentals including tuxedos and tails, as well as morning and afternoon attire.

Registering your wedding is as simple as choosing your style and providing a list of each person in your party. The in-store Ladies Boutique collections cater to special occasion needs, and the signature crawfish shirt remains a popular gift to groomsmen.

In 2002, Jane Bensel took creative control of the Uptown classic The Stationer (3632 Magazine St., 895-4868, WeddingBellesStationer. com), a fantastic resource for brides

looking for advice on etiquette and latest trends. In ’10, The Stationer combined its Magazine Street storefront with Wedding Belles’, offering brides a more comprehensive experience and commissioning gorgeous windows crafted by visual display artist Kaki Foley.

Together Wedding Belles and The Stationer give brides the best of both worlds: exquisite gowns and gorgeous stationery.

LEFT: Sucré BELOW: Leontine Linens FACING PAGE: “Katherine” sweetheart ball gown by Vera Wang with horsehair trimmed skirt, hand-rolled flower details and hand-draped horsehair neckline at Mimi.

New Orleans decorative painter and designer Kaki Foley has received national acclaim for her Tattered Design (TatteredDesign.net)

environmental installations. Using torn paper, decoupage and other techniques, her ethereal visual display artistry is particularly suited to New Orleans, echoing the city’s tattered and worn texture.

Her ongoing collaboration with assorted Magazine Street boutiques has resulted in arresting shop windows with total “Wow!” factor.

The artist offers design consultation on weddings, special events and home décor.

Discover your wedding stationery trousseau at Scriptura (5423 Magazine St., 897-1555, 3301 Veterans Blvd., 219-1113, Scriptura.com). Sisters

Sallie and Margaret Jones employ turn-of-the century letterpress, studio and couture designs, signature New Orleans themes, and their personal attention and expertise are unparalleled. Letterpress printing beautifully prints an invitation that not only has definition, but depth and texture as well. The cotton paper stocks used feel thick and luxurious, and can be printed with any design to set the tone of your event.

Leontine Linens (3806 Magazine St., 899-7833, LeontineLinens.com) allows

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linens for bed, bath and table.

Showroom consultants offer expert guidance on stocking your linen closet with necessities for setting up housekeeping as newlyweds, as well as selecting the perfect gifts for your bridal party and shower hosts. Each piece is made to order in the fabric and style of your choosing, creating textile heirlooms as precious as your grandmother’s sterling flatware.

Self-proclaimed flower child and licensed florist Diane Mouton launched Fat Cat Flowers (486-8580, FatCatFlowers.com) in Spring 2005.

Weddings are her passion, and the inspiring styles Mouton creates for your event utilize seasonal elements, fresh details and color palettes in hypnotic fashion. Since ’11, the Mid-City design studio has been chosen as a top wedding professional

by The Knot Wedding Website, and a quick trip to their online gallery proves Fat Cat Flowers’ bridal bouquet and nuptial event portfolio is prolific and fabulous.

From his lower Garden District shop shared with partner Roy Dunn, floral stylist Stephen Sonnier of

design, and inspired by the gown itself, he creates the bridal bouquet using first-cut blooms imported from growers all over the world.

When it comes to planning your wedding, few decisions are as delightful as choosing your wedding cake. From the traditional to beyond, Sucré (3025 Magazine St., 520-8311, Lakeside Mall, 3301 Veterans Memorial Blvd., 834-2277, ShopSucre. com) will design a one-of-a-kind

creation as memorable as the day itself. Dessert Professional Magazine recently voted executive chef Tariq Hanna one of the top 10 chocolatiers in North America, and his signature macaroons and chocolates packaged two-by-two make perfect celebration favors. Browse through Sucré’s cake galleries to find some sweet inspiration.

Master Chocolatier Cheryl Scripter, proprietor of boutique bakery Bittersweet Confections (725 Magazine St., 523-2626, BittersweetConfections. com), not only creates elegant tiered

wedding cakes, sophisticated groom’s cakes and bridal-themed cookies, but has also fashioned an interactive Chocolate Truffle Bar for receptions with 18 varieties of truffles from which to choose. Guests select their favorite eight and watch as they’re rolled to order. Scrumptious flavors from the “Second Line Collection” include Praline, Crème Brulée and Bananas Foster.

On call 24 hours a day, NOLA Wedding Ministers (382-2924, NolaWeddingMinisters.com) specializes

in the personalization of your outof-church nuptial ceremony. Certified life coach and registered officiant

ABOVE, LEFT TO RIGHT: “Smock” invitation with wraparound pocket folio and gold foil design at Wedding Belles and The Stationer. “Bella Figura” invitation at Wedding Belles and The Stationer. Crane 6-ply card with embossed monogram, black engraving and rounded corners at Wedding Belles and The Stationer BELOW: Fat Cat Flowers FACING PAGE: “Simone” gown by Modern Trousseau of pleated silk tulle and French Chantilly lace with lace appliqué; Angel wings by Kaki Foley for Tattered Design; at Wedding Belles and The Stationer

Marsha Sagona offers couples advice and guidance, creating a ceremony that reflects your values and taste. Whether you write you own vows, incorporate poetry or lyrics or opt for a simple civil or traditional service, NOLA Wedding Ministers helps you live this epic romantic moment whenever and wherever you choose. F

Dunn & Sonnier Flowers and Antiques (2138 Magazine St., 524-3235, 524-3239, DunnAndSonnierFlowers.com) has earned

a special place in the hearts of New Orleans brides as the go-to guy for blossoms artfully crafted with the old world elegance of the city in mind. He consults his brides on venue selection as well as comprehensive floral

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A D VER TIS IN G SE C T I ON CATERERS/ FOOD SERVICE Fresh Bar 6101 Magazine St. 309-9513

ST. CHARLES AVENUE’S

bridal e resourc y r o t c e r i d

Pinkberry 5601 Magazine St. (and other locations) 899-4260 Toulouse Catering 3811 Toulouse 488-4466 CHILDREN’S CLOTHES Angelique Baby 5519 Magazine St. 899-8992 Banbury Cross 100 Atheron St. 837-0447 Haase’s 8119 Oak St. 866-9944

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CLEANERS Liberto Cleaners 4814 Prytania St. 897-2161 Russell’s Cleaners 3704 Robertson St. 482-3153 CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES (Bride, Bridesmaids, Mother of the Bride, Cocktail, Lingerie) Abeille 8438 Oak St. 324-3488 Angelique 7725 Maple St. 866-1092 Ballin’s 721 Dante St. 866-4367 2917 Magazine St. 891-4502

A D V E R TIS IN G S E C TIO N C. Collection 8141 Maple St. 861-5002

Pearl’s Place 3114 Severn Ave. 885-9213

CeCe Shoe 5500 Magazine St. 269-6464

Chatta Box 4114 Veterans Blvd.

454-1527

Perlis 6070 Magazine St. 895-8661 1281 N. Causeway Blvd.

Mandeville (985) 674-1711

Feet First 4122 Magazine St. 899-6800 526 Royal St. 569-0005

Elizabeth’s 204 Metairie Rd. 833-3717 Eve’s Apple 3640 Magazine St. 570-6997 Febe 474 Metairie Rd. 835-5250 Haute 725 Magazine St 522-8687 Mimi 5500 Magazine St. 269-6464

Second Skin Intimate Apparel 701 Metairie Rd. 322-2931 Suzanne Perron 899-6895 suzanneperron.com Town & Country 1514 St. Charles Ave. 523-7027 SHOES Angelique Shoe 5421 Magazine St. 891-8992

French Sole New Orleans 333 Canal Street, Suite 119 267-9000 Old. New. Blue 6117 Magazine St. 655-0863 Perfect Fit 5525 Magazine St. 456-5993 TUXEDO (Rent or Buy) John’s Tuxedos 3200 Houma Blvd.

455-5353

Perlis 6070 Magazine St. 895-8661 1281 N. Causeway Blvd.

Mandeville (985) 674-1711 Rubensteins 102 St. Charles Ave. 581-6666 FLOWERS Dunn & Sonnier 2138 Magazine St. 524-3235 Fabulous Flowers 909-0253 CHINA and SILVER Adler’s 722 Canal St. Lakeside Shopping Center 523-5292

GIFTS/HOME FURNISHINGS Ashley Hall Interiors 832 Howard Ave. 524-0196 Bremermman Designs 3943 Magazine St. 891-7763 Eclectic Home 8211 Oak St. 866-6654 Judy at the Rink 2727 Prytania St. 891-7018 The Linen Registry 204 Metairie Rd. 831-8228 Orient Expressed 3905 Magazine St. 899-3060

Friend & Company 7713 Maple St. 866-5433

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A D V E R TIS IN G S E C TIO N ST. CHARLES AVENUE’S

bridal e resourc directory Perch 2844 Magazine St. 899-2122 Rivers Spencer Interiors 4610 Magazine St. 609-2436 Whimsy 5420 Magazine St. 273-5900

Wren’s Tontine Shade & Design 1533 Prytania St. 525-7409 INVITATIONS Betty Hunley Designs 6057 Magazine St. 895-2870 Scriptura 5423 Magazine St. 897-1555

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Lakeside Shopping Center Annex 219-1113 JEWELRY Adler’s 722 Canal St. Lakeside Shopping Center Oakwood Shopping Center 523-5292 Boudreaux’s Fine Jewelers 701 Metairie Rd. 831-2602 4550 Highway 20 Mandeville (985) 626-1666 Cristy’s Collection www.cristyscollection.com Friend & Company 7713 Maple St. 866-5433 Hiller Jewelry 923 Metairie Rd. 837-8200

Lee Michael’s Fine Jewelry Lakeside Shopping Center 832-0000 Sue’s Jewelry 3122 Metairie Rd. 832-0882 Symmetry 8138 Hampson St. 861-9925 Wellington & Company 505 Royal St. 525-4855 LOCATIONS (Showers, Luncheons, Rehearsal Dinners, Receptions) Antoine’s 713 St. Louis St. 581-4422

Audubon Golf Course Clubhouse/ Audubon Tea Room 6500 Magazine St. 861-5101 Arnaud’s 813 Bienville St. 523-5433 Bayona 430 Dauphine St. 525-4455 Contemporary Arts Center 900 Camp St. 528-3805 Elms Mansion 3029 St. Charles Ave. 895-5493 Hampton Inn 3626 St. Charles Ave. 899-9990

A D V E R TIS IN G S E C TIO N Hyatt French Quarter 800 Iberville St. 586-0800 Hyatt Regency 601 Loyola Ave. 561-1234 Loews New Orleans Hotel 300 Poydras St. 595-3300 Muriel’s 801 Chartres St. 568-1885 Ogden Museum of Southern Art 925 Camp St. 539-9600 New Orleans Museum of Art 1 Collins Diboll Circle 488-2631

Ralph’s on the Park 900 City Park Ave. 488-1010

WEDDING SERVICES Advantage Bridal advantagebridal.com

Ritz-Carlton New Orleans 921 Canal St. 524-1331

Entertaining Celebrations Bev Church 891-0726

Rosy’s Jazz Hall 500 Valence St. 896-7679

Hand Addressed

by Celeste 220-8558

Stella Plantation 4881 Hwy. 39 Braithewaite 919-7474

Old. New. Blue.

by Janie Glade 6117 Magazine St. 655-0863

LANDSCAPING Exterior Designs 866-0276

PHOTOGRAPHY Art de Vie 336 Lafayette St., Ste. 101 592-3522

Shoot 2 Studios 614-256-2508 shoot2studios.com

Celeste Marshall 220-8558 celestemarshall.com

Stacy Marks 237-2173 stacymarks.com

MUSIC George Keys 733-0490

CherylGerber 289-2549 cherylgerberphotography. com David Tompkins 738-7944 davidtompkinsphotography.net Eye Wander Photography 225-772-4051 eyewanderphoto.com Images by Robert T 985-966-2793 imagesbyrobertt.com

Studio Tran 258-7269 studiotran.com REGISTRIES Adler’s 722 Canal St. Lakeside Shopping Center 523-5292 Ashley Hall Interiors 832 Howard Ave. 524-0196 Friend & Company 7713 Maple St. 866-5433 Judy at the Rink 2727 Prytania St. 891-7018 OrientExpressed 3905 Magazine St. 899-3060 •

Joe Simon’s Jazz Band 365-0808

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what’s new &what’s hot New Orleans restaurants stand out with new menus, events and offerings during the most festive of months.

By Kelcy Wilburn

What’s New The first joint venture of award-winning chefs John Folse and Rick Tramonto, Restaurant R’evolution (777 Bienville St., 553-2277, RevolutionNola.com) offers

modern, imaginative reinterpretations of classic Cajun and Creole cuisine.

Overlooking Bienville Street and located in the Royal Sonesta, R’evolution will be hosting an exciting, tradition-based event on

Sunday, February 24, from 6 to 9 p.m. The first annual R’evolutionery Boucherie Dinner will feature the “spoils of the boucherie,” a decadent menu of pork-based culinary creations.

Three little pigs have been summoned from esteemed Black Hill Ranch in Cypress, Texas for the event. The finest of breeds, these Hereford and Large Black hogs have been hand-fed a

top-notch diet of fruits and vegetables. The tradition of the boucherie, the butchering of pigs, extends across several cultures and would take place during the winter months when families would gather together for the laborious yet festive task of butchering, preserving, and utilizing entire pigs.

Seating for the R’evolutionery Boucherie Dinner is limited, so reserve your space today.

What’s New: Offering everything from sushi to

swine, new restaurants bring an array of flavors and traditions to New Orleans, extending its cultural and culinary clout.

A Japanese restaurant with a New Orleans twist, Chiba (8312 Oak St., 826-9119, chiba-nola. com) is one of the newest arrivals to the diverse, growing restaurant scene along Oak Street.

“Keith (Dusko) and I, as well as our Sushi Chef, James Cooke, really pride ourselves on the quality of the ingredients and fish that we use,” says co-owner Tiffany King. “Our rolls are created to highlight the ingredients and fish, and not mask them with a bunch of mayonnaise and sauce.” Careful attention is paid to every detail – even Chiba’s sushi rice is specially prepared using housemade sushi vinegar.

Sushi highlights include the Satsuma Strawberry Roll, which incorporates yellowtail, mango, crunch, jalapeño and spicy mayo inside, topped with scallops, strawberries, satsuma ponzu and wasabi tobiko. Popular entrées include the Soy-Mirin-glazed New York Strip and Chicken Teriyaki.

“Funk & Roll” happy hour, daily food and drink specials and the most extensive sake menu in the city add to the lure of this chic and exciting new restaurant.

What’s New: In Lakeview, Spicer’s casual, familystyle restaurant Mondo (900 Harrison Ave., 244-2633, MondoNewOrleans.com) now serves lunch Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and a weekly changing Sunday brunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. An opportunity for Chef de Cuisine Paul Chell to realize his creativity, the changing brunch menu has offered Silver Dollar Sweet Potato Ginger Snap Pancakes with Caramelized Banana Butter as well as the Smoked Salmon Crêpe with Herbed Cream Cheese and Green Bean Salad. Highlights of entrée offerings include the Mondo Eggs Sardou with Meyer Lemon Hollandaise, the Pastrami Omelet with Gruyere and Caramelized Onions and the Grilled Pimento Cheese, Andouille and Fried Egg Sandwich.

A citywide favorite, the Mondo Burger with Grilled Onion and Fries is offered on the lunch, brunch, snack and dinner menus, while other lunch favorites include a smattering of world flavors such as the Fried Shrimp Bahn Mi, the Broiled Fish Tacos and wood-fired pizzas. Happy Hour drinks are offered alongside the Snack Menu between lunch and dinner.

What’s hot Dine out during the daylight hours and add some flavor to your weekday and weekend mornings and afternoons. Lunch and brunch are what’s hot around town this month!

At Bayona (430 Dauphine St., 525-4455, Bayona.com), Susan Spicer is spicing up Saturdays with a new Saturday Light Lunch offering. For only $25, patrons are invited to enjoy three courses of small plates. The changing menu offers starters, substantive second courses and sweets. Past Saturdays have included soups such as Cream of Garlic Soup and Charred Tomato Bisque with

Crème Fraîche and Croutons.

Salads such as the Bayona Salad or Caesar with Lemon Pickle and Fried Capers are often available.

Other starters include the Housemade Burrata Mozzarella and the Beer Battered Smoked Scallop with Baby Mustard Greens, Bacon and Buttermilk Dressing. Starters are followed with dishes such as the Gulf Drum Brandade Fritters or the Boudin Stuffed Pork Tenderloin, and desserts such as house-made sorbets, ice creams, cakes and pastries finish off the menu.

On weekdays at Bayona, lunch favorites include the New Orleans Style BBQ Shrimp with Grits and

What’s New: In Mid-City, Ralph’s on the Park (900 City Park Ave., 488-1000, RalphsOnThePark.com) will be offering King Cakes on their dessert menu every day through Carnival. Each mini cake serves two to four people and comes with sides of Louisiana strawberry preserves and cream cheese icing.

Lunch at Ralph’s on the Park is served Tuesday through Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The menu includes globally inspired small and large plates, and a two-course lunch option is available for those looking for the best of both worlds. Ralph’s also offers an extensive Sunday Brunch menu, which is offered from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. For reservations or more information, please call the restaurant.

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Smothered Greens and a daily changing Fried Oyster Salad in celebration of oyster season.

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What’s New: Located Uptown, Apolline (4729 Magazine St., 894-8869, ApollineRestaurant.com) now offers two days of brunch food and fun.

Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the menu includes inviting, affordable libations ($2 Mimosas and $3 Bloody Marys) and new additions such as the Charbroiled Hamburger with White Cheddar, Andouille, Oven-dried Tomato Relish and Local Arugula and the Beeler’s Pork Chop, served with Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes, Marchand Du Vin and Crispy Onions.

During Mardi Gras, stop by Apolline and enjoy some Charbroiled Oysters, House Made Gnocchi, Crispy Sweetbreads or other locally praised appetizers and entrées before, after or during the parades that roll by the restaurant, which include the krewes of Muses, Nyx, Hermes, d’Etat and Morpheus.

Apolline is open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday, 5:30 to 10:30 p.m., and accepts reservations by phone.

Join the Super Bowl and Mardi Gras festivities in the French Quarter at Arnaud’s (713 St. Louis St., 581-4422, ArnaudsRestaurant.com)

this year and expect new cocktails and extended hours.

“We will feature the same great service and cuisine we always do, plus Chris Hannah will have a new menu of cocktails in the French 75 Bar,” says owner Katy Casbarian. An additional brunch

will be served on Saturday, February 2, as well as the weekly Sunday Jazz Brunch on February 3, which features local favorites such as Shrimp Arnaud and Oysters on the Half Shell, as well as entrées such as traditional Eggs Benedict or the more imaginative Savory Crabmeat Cheesecake.

Reservations at Arnaud’s are suggested and accepted online or over the phone. F

What’s New: Enjoy some live jazz while you dine at Antoine’s

(731 St. Louis St., 581-4422, Antoines.com) during the Sunday Jazz Brunch, every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This New Orleans tradition combines the best in food and entertainment for an authentic French Quarter experience.

A three-course Sunday Jazz Brunch Special provides a flavorful and affordable option for patrons looking to enjoy the savory as well as the sweet. Appetizer choices include a Fried Crab Cake served on Mixed Greens with Bacon Vinaigrette and creamy Creole Horseradish Sauce or a Fresh Spring Salad of Greens, Louisiana Strawberries, Walnuts, Bleu Cheese and Strawberry Vinaigrette. Entrée choices include the Poached Egg Cochon or Soft Shell Crab Florentine, a fried soft shell crab served over a bed of creamed spinach draped with béarnaise sauce.

The special, which includes a complimentary mimosa, concludes on a sweet note with a slice of Classic Cheesecake topped with Blueberry Sauce. Exclusive of 9.75 percent tax, gratuity and additional alcohol and available for parties of 15 or less, the Jazz Brunch Special rings in at only $29 per person. Call for reservations.

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vintage wedding

By bev church

Marianne Winter Miller to Dr. Isidore Cohn Jr. January 3, 1976 Marianne Miller from Denver had been a widow for three years when her cousins encouraged her to go to a family wedding in Baton Rouge. Dr. Isidore Cohn Jr. had been divorced for six years and had no idea that his sister was getting more acquainted with Marianne so that she could decide if Marianne would be perfect for her brother. Isidore’s sister called him and said that he had to ask Marianne out – she was fabulous! He did, and they were instantly “taken with each other.”

Their first date was for dinner at Louis XVI in New Orleans.

They talked all night and when the bill came, Isidore told the waiter that they weren’t ready to leave – the waiter informed him that they were closing for the

night, so they went to the Royal Orleans for dessert and champagne.

They met in August, and a few months later they were married on January 3, 1976, at the University Club in Denver. The rehearsal dinner was held at the chic Brown Palace Hotel for 25 close family and friends. The wedding was a grand affair for 175 friends and family the next day. The flowers on the mantles were a mixture of roses, dahlias, gladiolas and greenery, and the tables featured tall topiaries accented with longs stems of wheat and incredible flowers.

The cake was a traditional white fruitcake with a vase of flowers on top. Her brother had an artist create medallions that told the story of Marianne’s and

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Isidore’s lives. One depicted Marianne, who was the first woman elected to the board of governors of the National Jewish Hospital in Denver.

Her dad owned Winter Weis, a truck body building company that stood where the Mile High Stadium is today. Isidore was represented in a medallion as Chief of Surgery at Louisiana State University – the title emeritus, which he still holds today! The Isidore Cohn Jr. Student Learning Center is also now named in his honor, and he has written several books and has lectured and taught all over the country and internationally.

After a beautiful wedding with dinner, dancing and toasting, they were off to a honeymoon in London! F

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with this ring

By Mallory Lindsly

Bland – McLean In 2008, Laura Anne Bland and Lee Davidson McLean IV both went to Fat Harry’s to catch the Saint’s game – the two had never met but were pleasantly surprised to find out they had many mutual friends. That evening, Lee gave Laura a ride back to her house and asked if he could call her.

In May 2012, Laura and Lee were packing up to leave for Gulf Shores for the Hangout Music Festival. While Laura was getting ready, Lee kept asking her to feed their pet baby chickens before they left for the weekend. Once Laura was almost done packing, Lee walked into the room holding Laura’s favorite chick. He then got down on one knee and asked Laura if she would marry him – at that same time, Laura noticed that there was an engagement

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ring around the chick’s neck! The couple drove up to Gulf Shores and spent the rest of the weekend celebrating at the beach with their friends.

Laura and Lee are headed to Costa Rica for 10 days over the Mardi Gras break in February for their honeymoon. The couple currently resides in Lakeview, where Laura is a pre-school teacher at Louise S. McGehee School’s Little Gate program, and Lee owns a charter fishing company and works as a charter boat captain down in Venice, La. F

Bride: Laura Anne Bland Groom: Lee Davidson McLean IV Bride’s Parents: Mrs. Jane Barnard Bland and Mr. and Mrs. Clay Vallon Bland Groom’s Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Lee Davidson McLean III Date of Wedding: November 24, 2012 Ceremony Location: Trinity Episcopal Chapel Reception Location: New Orleans Country Club Coordinator: Debbie Ryall from the New Orleans Country Club Celebrant: The Reverend Henry Lee Hudson Ceremony Music: Albinas Prizgintas Wedding Gown: Pronovias from Wedding Belles Flower Girls: Lyden Henriette Bland, Kathryn Knox Gilly, Anna Joyce Pinter and Sarah Blair Montgomery Ring Bearers: James Sinnott Bland and Charles Waid Montgomery Groom’s Attire: Grey suit from Jos. A. Bank with a blue “po boy tie” from Nola Couture Ushers: Clay Vallon Bland Jr. and Andrew Rowan Bland Ushers’ attire: Grey suits from Jos. A. Bank with a blue “po boy tie” from Nola Couture Rings: custom-design by the groom and Jeff Kaston of Beje Designs Florist: Meade Wenzel Favor: Koozies with the couples names, wedding date and a song title from Lee’s favorite band, designed by Laura’s brother Caterer: New Orleans Country Club Wedding Cake: Swiss Confectionary Groom’s Cake: Cakes by Leah Photographer: Rob Davis Photography Videographer: Studio Vieux Carre Hair: John Jay Make-Up: Katie Malone Music: The Tip Tops from Mobile, Ala.

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young bloods

By Lindsay Mack

André Feigler and Alex Lebow Youth Run NOLA

Using running as a medium, Youth Run NOLA empowers underserved youth in Jefferson, Orleans and St. Bernard parishes. After training for several months, most students run the Crescent City Classic 10K, and some even go on to complete the Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon. Such mileage is impressive at any age, but founder André Feigler and co-founder Alex Lebow are quick to note that the program is more

about providing students with character development and strong leadership skills. YRNOLA focuses on providing children with a safe, structured space to succeed.

A teacher in St. Bernard parish, Feigler saw a need for afterschool programs for her children at the same time she developed a personal interest in health and running. When she trained for the Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon, she opted to run in the neighbor-

hood around her school after class.

Combining her love for teaching and running, she encouraged her students to join in her training.

Later, she teamed up with Lebow to turn her informal afterschool group into a structured training program. A labor of love, time and volunteer help, YRNOLA immediately began to change the lives of students and volunteers alike. YRNOLA seeks to reinforce the mindsets and values put forth by teachers by extending these values beyond the classroom. YRNOLA’s leadership team has a combined 19 years of teaching experience.

Louisiana has a problem with inactivity, and after school is a time when some students get into mischief. YRNOLA addresses these problems and has already had

many successes. Fifteen students have completed the Rock ‘n’ Roll Half Marathon, a distance of 13.1 miles. Because less than 1 percent of persons who complete a halfmarathon are under the age of 15, this is a great accomplishment. The students learn how to tackle a large goal so that they can apply these skills to future endeavors. Furthermore, each student is paired with a volunteer running buddy to increase positive socialization. Many of the “buddies” are also running the 13.1 miles for the first time as well, thereby forging a strong bond of shared experience.

Through YRNOLA, individual students learn a commitment to healthy and positive choices. They learn great goal-setting lessons on the track that enable them to tackle many difficult situations at home and school. With increased confidence from YRNOLA, some of the students now have plans to become teachers or doctors.

In fact, Feigler and Lebow were so impressed with the efforts, attitudes and abilities of the 127 students from the past session that they want to increase participation to 215 students this year.

YRNOLA is less about the miles that students log and more about the goal-setting skills they learn that last a lifetime.

YRNOLA is in need of volunteers. Interested persons may sponsor a runner ($700 per year), train with a child as a running buddy or hand out water at the races; visit yrnola.org or email info@yrnola.org to learn more. F cheryl gerber photograph

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student activist

By Mallory Lindsly

Agnes Robeson Bell

Louise S. McGhee School

Since the seventh grade, Agnes “Aggie” Robeson Bell, a senior at Louise S. McGehee School, has sponsored a Ugandan girl named Namanda Agnes through Compassion International.

The two write letters to each other and include pictures, cards and drawings. To fund her education, healthcare and amenities, Bell makes and sells bracelets with a small business called “Aggie for Agnes.”

Bell says, “Sponsoring Agnes has definitely been the most rewarding experience for me because I’ve watched her grow over the years.

Although I have never met Agnes, I can see the difference in her life, and it makes me even more driven to enact change for others.”

Her junior year, Bell and a friend started a Harry Potterthemed community service club at McGehee. The club’s main activities were watching movies and sharing favorite quotes, but they also partnered with Ronald McDonald House to make meals, organized clothing drives for Bridge House and hosted bake sales for Relay for Life and the Susan B. Komen Foundation.

“When I serve our community, I see people – including myself – from a new perspective. Although I give help to others, I sometimes find that I am also in the ‘receiving’ category,” says Bell.

Outside of school, Bell is a Youth Elder on the Session of St. Charles Avenue Presbyterian Church. She also regularly attends Youth Group and participates in their summer service program, “Camp RHINO.” This summer the group worked in the Edible Schoolyard in the morning and in the afternoon got to know residents at the Magnolia School. Since freshman year, Bell has served as a team captain for the local Relay for Life, and this year she’s head of its Accounting Committee.

At McGehee she’s a member of the National Honor Society, National Art Honor Society and Beta Club. She is also Co-President of Mu Alpha Theta and Co-Editorin-Chief of Mélange, McGehee’s literary magazine. This past year Bell served as Student Body President and as captain of the cross country team and a member of the tennis team.

In 2011, Bell was chosen to represent the maid Joan of Arc in the Krewe of Joan of Arc’s parade. Bell’s French teacher, Lil Pinney, encouraged her to apply and helped foster Bell’s love of the French language.

In addition to her volunteering and school activities, Bell enjoys cooking, reading and drinking tea as well as playing the piano, banjo and guitar. Wherever college brings her, Bell plans on being an active leader in Relay for Life in that city. F cheryl gerber photograph

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shop talk

By Mirella Cameran

Kay Fausset Judy at the Rink

never saved one for myself, and I still think of them.

What are your favorite pieces right now?

We have some same sex marriage pieces, like our two kissing fish, two women or two men. I think it’s great and a sign of the times.

Where are your favorite places to travel? I

just go where my children are, New York and Mexico City, and luckily they’re great places to go hunting for unusual gifts and accessories – I always keep my eyes out.

How did you get into the business?

My husband retired early and we were looking for a way to stay in New Orleans.

Where does your inspiration for your inventory come from? Growing up in

and you don’t have that much time. I also lost my house in Hurricane Katrina, and the things I miss most are my cookbooks, photographs and my wedding dress. However at the end of the day, they are only things.

Paris and making many trips there has certainly had an influence, but many times local artists will approach us, which is wonderful!

Where are your favorite spots in New Orleans? Goodness, so

Is there anything you regret selling?

many: Commander’s, Tommy’s, Galatoire’s, Clancy’s and at home!

Yes! Many years ago we carried this artist called Julie Silvers. She made these colorful totem poles with different shapes on them. I

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What three things would you save from a fire? Well, we did have a fire

What’s your favorite drink? Either

my homemade green juice or a pinot grigio! F

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shop talk

By Mirella Cameran

Rivers Spencer Rivers Spencer Interiors

Where do you find inspiration? It’s the little things, not the big.

It’s always from observing my everyday surroundings, the lines on a house on St. Charles Avenue, or the detail you’ll find on an old shotgun.

Three things you can’t live without? My Chanel No. 5, CC’s Coffee and my daily walk in Audubon Park with my dog.

Have you ever regretted selling a piece?

How did you get into the business?

Well, I fall in love with all my pieces and am always a little sad to see them go. F

When I realized I could make a living doing what I love, it saved me from law school.

Why did you open in New Orleans?

After living in New York and DC, I had to get back to the South and New Orleans is a design mecca in many ways; it has so much energy, life, color and soul.

What’s the most beautiful house you’ve ever seen? It’s Amy Howard’s. She’s

a couture interior designer and she has this amazing palatial, French chateau-style house outside Memphis. We actually carry some of her furniture line, which is made right there in Tennessee.

What advice would you give to people wanting to decorate? Make sure it’s a

reflection of you. If you don’t wear bright colors, don’t use them.

Where are you favorite spots in town?

Patois is my favorite restaurant, Sucré, the ham and cheese croissant from La Boulangerie (which is dangerously next door) and the Absinthe House in the French Quarter. cheryl gerber photograph

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shop mardi gras l Chatta Box 454-1527 Jovani emerald evening gown

Betty Hunley Designs k 895-2870 Hand gilded door embellishment

n Feet First 899-6800 (Uptown), 569-0005 (French Quarter) Your headband headquarters this Carnival season!

n French Sole New Orleans 267-9000 Gold glitter hard-case clutch

mEclectic Home 866-6654 Spin cut eggplant glass vase

King Cake Vodka k www.luckyplayervodka.com This Mardi Gras, have your cake and DRINK it too with Lucky Player’s original King Cake Vodka, made in France

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Haase’s n 866-9944 Crown décor for in or outdoor!

Lee Michaels Fine Jewelry n 832-0000 Sterling silver and pave diamond fleur-de-lis bracelet

n PERLIS Clothing 895-8661; 985-674-1711; 523-6681 Mardi Gras Rugby onesie with signature Crawfish logo in sizes 6-18 months.

l Haute 522-8687 Construct Jewelry one of a kind Earrings: Vintage fleur de lis dress clips and robin’s egg beads.

l Mimi 269-6464 Dina Bar-El gown in royal purple, truly fit for a queen

Friend & Company k 866-5433 Crown bottle stoppers featuring hand-set Swarovski crystals, semi-precious stones, hand-enameling, and expert hand craftsmanship

m Rivers Spencer Interiors 609-2436 Amy Howard Annalee Bench

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mScriptura 897-1555 Mardi Gras invitations and stationary

mAbeille 324-3488 Your Mardi Gras must-haves: hangover prevention patches and hair chalk!

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nFeBe 835-5250 Nicole Miller silk sheath dress with leather trim

mSymmetry Jewelers 861-9925 Handmade sterling silver necklace

by Tom Mathis featuring two uniquely textured comedy/tragedy mask pendants asymmetrically hanging from a thick cable chain

mSecond Skin Intimate Apparel 322-2931 NuBra for your formal Mardi Gras needs

l Banbury Cross Fine Children’s Clothing 837-0447 Purple gingham smocked romper and bow

Eve’s Apple k 570-6997 Badgley Mischka v-neck gown with embellished belt

l Priorities 899-2212 Rese Activewear jacket

n Cristy’s Collection www.cristyscollection.com Sideways fleur de lis necklace

m Orient Expressed 899-3060 Mardi Gras jute door mat with fleur de lis

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3 1. A surprise party greeted Darryl D. Berger on his 65th birthday, October 7, 2012, in his Superdome suite where wife Louellen had gathered family and friends to celebrate. 2. Saints’ own Rita Benson LeBlanc joined the party, gifting sweets on an altogether win-win Saints Sunday. 3. Fourteen former Girl Scout council board presidents/chairs were honored as Women of Distinction at the Girl Scouts Louisiana East’s Centennial Luncheon held at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans on November 2. The luncheon was held to celebrate 100 years of leadership. The 2012 Women of Distinction include: Mary Jane Becker; Margaret Jo Borland Beckwith; Janice Carpenter; Jacquelyn Daniels; Sheila Smith Kimbro; Betty Lauricella; Myrle LeBlanc; Helen Loos (not pictured); Nell McAnelly; Andrea Phelps McKey; Marguerite Redwine; Karen St. Cyr; Ann Forte Trappey and Margie Loud Zeno.

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6 4. New Orleans Councilmember-at-Large Jackie Clarkson, Tennessee Williams Festival Executive Director Paul Willis, TWF Board President Janet Daley Duval at the TWF 2013 Festival Preview Party on November 8, 2012. 5. On November 11, 2012, Saints fans, shown here waiting in line to stuff more than 500 Crown Royal CAMO Care bage, showed their support for U.S. soldiers on Veterans Day, . (Cheryl Gerber/AP Images for Crown Royal) 6. George and Wendy Rodrigue with Jacques Rodrigue and Jim Cook at the Sheraton New Orleans Hotel’s grand re-opening of its Rodrigue Gallery on November 11, 2012; the first of several events celebrating the hotel’s 30th anniversary.

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12 9 7. Lyn Hallaran, Margo Choquette, Kathan Dearman and Charlene Berard also enjoyed the Rodrigue reopening 8. Dot Isacks, board member Tommy Westervelt and Susie DeRussy at the Saint Charles Avenue Association’s annual meeting on November 16, 2012. 9. Outgoing SCAA president Ted Le Clercq, SCAA secretary Laura Claverie, incoming SCAA president Robert Hassinger and SCAA treasurer Hans Jonassen at the SCAA annual meeting.

The Saint Charles Avenue Association encourages the historic and residential character of Saint Charles Avenue and currently maintains and protects the nearly 1,000 centuries-old oak trees that line the avenue.

10. Diana Lewis and Ed Marshall at the 2013 Committee for a Better New Orleans Diana Lewis Citizen Participation Award event. Each year the award is presented to “an individual or organization that has demonstrated exceptional leadership in empowering citizens and communities to participate meangingfully in the decisions that will define their futures.” 11. Bruce Worley in Audubon Park in front of “The Walker,” by Richard Swensen, a statue for which he and Bill Bell were responsible for the donation. 12. Golfers from greater New Orleans and across the Gulf Coast recently gathered under blue skies at the beautiful English Turn Golf & Country Club for a day of golfing and fundraising. The annual golf classic, hosted by UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation, raised nearly $30,000 to help provide grants for child medical services. (Photo courtesy of UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation)

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1. Honored at the Academy of the Sacred Heart Reunion Weekend, held October 18-21, 2012, were parent and trustee Paul Kavanaugh, Alumna of Year Jeanie Egan Perrilliat (1967) and Religious of the Sacred Heart Sr. Mary Blish. 2. The Academy of the Sacred Heart 20 year Reunion Class, graduates of 1992, also gathered during Reunion Weekend, October 18-21, 2012. 3. Cheryl Landrieu, Hannah Sensenbrenner and Mayor Mitch Landrieu were among those in attendance at “La Fete 285,” for Ursuline Academy on November 9, 2012 4. Parents, alumnae and supporters, including Emily Sontag, Betty Ann and Mike Hoss, gathered together on November 9, 2012 to celebrate the Academy’s 100th year on State Street and 285th year educating young women in the city of New Orleans at “La Fete 285,” with this year’s theme: Celebrate State: 100 Years on State Street.

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5. Emily Frischhertz, Sarah Normand, Sarah McKendrick and Bond Bordelon at Academy of the Sacred Heart Class of 2015’s “Sweet Sixteen Party” on December 8, 2012.6. Elizabeth Burvant, Jude Sterkx, Carrie Christmann and Elana Neve were also in attendance in celebration of the girls’ 16th birthdays.

Club XLIV in Champion’s Square was transformed into the Emerald City for a party with the theme of “There is No Place Like The Heart.” 7. Patron Party co-chairs Rhen and Kraig de Lanzac (1986) and Leni (‘90) and Christi Sumich, greeted guests at the start of the Brother Martin High School’s Annual Celebration of the Crest at the New Orleans Marriott on Saturday, December 8, 2012. 8. Also known as “the Extravaganza,” Patron of the Crest sponsors Leni and Sandy Sumich with Brother Martin Chairman of the Board Judge Robert Burns (’62 SA) and his wife DeeDee were among the 950 in attendance at Brother Martin High School’s Annual Celebration of the Crest.

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new orleans nostalgia

By Seale Paterson

{ After receiving keys to the city, His Royal Highness, Edward, Duke of Windsor, and his wife, Wallis, Duchess of Windsor, seated next to Mayor Chep Morrison, watched the 1950 Rex parade from the Gallier Hall viewing stand, toasting Rueben H. Brow, that year’s King of Carnival. They were then driven to the Boston Club for more parade viewing, including Rex’s toast to his queen, followed by lunch with Mardi Gras royalty.

Photo provided courtesy of the New Orleans Public Library.

} A Royal Welcome Arriving Mardi Gras morning, 1950, at 7 a.m. by private train car, His Royal Highness, Edward, Duke of Windsor, and his wife, Wallis, Duchess of Windsor, were taken first to the St. Charles Hotel to settle in and then began what many of us are familiar with on Mardi Gras: a very long day of parades and parties.

Later, following dinner at Antoine’s, the Duke and Duchess

attended both the Comus and Rex balls. The Duchess wore a lavender satin gown and an amethyst and diamond necklace, but no corsage, which she turned down at Rex, saying “I never wear flowers on my clothing.”

The highlight of the evening was a moment that had been widely speculated about before the visit: Who would bow to whom? As per tradition, the

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Mardi Gras royalty didn’t bow to anyone, including the Windsors, but they did nod and wave their scepters at them. For the British royalty, however, it was a different story. Upon being presented to the royal courts, the Duke bowed from the waist, and the Duchess made a deep, elegant curtsey, delighting onlookers. Later, the Duchess remarked, “But of course I curtsied. I wouldn’t have

thought of doing otherwise.”

Before leaving New Orleans the following day, the Duke toured the waterfront, referring to the Mississippi River as “terrific,” but also “a bit muddy.” The Duchess, meanwhile, toured the Garden District and commented on New Orleans, saying it “has more charm than any city of I’ve seen. I love the city’s history and traditions. … I’d like to live in New Orleans.” F