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Watch Party Virtual Toolkit
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Virtual Watch Party Toolkit Are you ready for a night of fashion, art, and great cuisine with your besties? If
you can’t make it to celebrate with us in New Orleans on 11.4.23, host a Crescendeaux: A Carnival of Culture Watch Party and you can experience it all right from your home– or whatever fabulous location you choose. More than just a Fashion show, this fundraising event is a showcase of fashion and art by artisans who are pushing their craft to new heights and establishing the American South as a true creative hub. Support the transformative work of the Women's Foundation of the South by
tuning in and turning up with us on 11.4.23. We’ve curated a fun collection of recipes, fashion trivia, and music to get your party started and keep you connected to the Crescendeaux Experience.
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Before The Watch Party
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Determine Time & Place Crescendeaux takes place November 4, with a VIP reception at 6pm CT; doors open for the Fashion Show at 7pm CT. We recommend starting your watch party close to 6pm CT to allow for latecomers; this way, as people arrive, you can get them mixing, mingling, and enjoying your Crescendeaux cocktails and party bites
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Ask people to come! One of the most important parts of a watch party is...people! You want to make sure you are getting together a great group of folks who will love WFS and already have a passion for fashion and art. Think about friends and family, colleagues, clubs, local community groups, and neighbors, then just call, text, or email them. You can also use your social media accounts to reach out and promote your event. Share the link or the QR code with your friends and ask them to purchase a virtual ticket. Then Track Your RSVPS So You Can Remind Your Watch Party Invitees Before The Event
Make An Event Agenda Decide how you want your evening to flow. You can start off with fashion trivia, create your own purple carpet, dance, or eat first – it's your choice! Just don’t miss the live show at 7pm CT.
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Make A Guest List & A Recruitment Plan
Plan Your Food & Drinks In New Orleans – and the South – it's all about the mix. Fusion cuisine is a staple in the Crescent City due to our melting pot of cultures and love of good food. Spice up your watch party with some tasty food and drink recipes that bring the carnival vibes
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Nina Compton’s Roasted Jerk Corn
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New Orleans Chef Nina Compton’s food is an expression of her Caribbean roots and love for her adopted home in the South. Her restaurants, Compére Lapin and Bywater American Bistro feature her signature fusion dishes that are the perfect mix of both cultures and bring the whole community to the table. Try making her yummy Roasted Jerk Corn recipe to lively up your watch party.
01. Jerk Butter
Method Carefully place corn in a large pot of boiling water and let cook for 2-3 minutes. Remove and when cool enough to handle, brush with jerk butter and wrap in foil. Place on a cookie sheet to roast in the oven (375°) or put on a grill top medium-heat and cook for about 6-8 minutes. Remove corn from heat and foil. Brush again with the jerk butter. Then coat with mayonnaise and top with breadcrumbs. Garnish with chili powder lime wedge.
» ½ lb. butter softened » 1 Tbsp. garlic roasted and chopped » 2 to 3 tsp cayenne pepper » 2 tsp onion powder » 2 tsp thyme » 2 tsp sugar » 1 tsp cumin
02. Ranch Bread Crumb » 2 tsp salt » 1 tsp paprika » 1 tsp ground allspice » ½ tsp black pepper » ½ tsp dried crushed red pepper » ½ tsp ground nutmeg » ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
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1 cup toasted panko crumbs ¼ cup ranch powder (seasoning mix) 1 tsp finely sliced scallions 1 tsp crispy chicken skin (optional) 6 – 8 ears of fresh corn, shucked & each cob cut in half » For Garnish: Lime wedges dipped in chili powder ingredients and then fold in the softened butter.
In A Large Bowl, Combine All Dry
03. Mayo (Yields 1 Cup) » » » »
2 large egg yolks 1 tsp Dijon mustard 4 tsp fresh lemon juice 1 cup vegetable oil
» Coarse salt & ground pepper to taste » Place egg yolks in a food processor. Add mustard and lemon juice. Pulse ingredients until well combined. With motor running, add oil in a slow, steady stream (mixture should become thick and emulsified). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
It is with no question that gumbo is a staple of Louisiana cuisine. The little-known history behind the dish is that in addition to being born from African culinary influences, our beloved comfort food also has indigenous roots. This recipe for Houma Indian Filé Gumbo is a history lesson on the contributions of indigenous cultures to Louisiana cuisine. Filé, made from ground sassafras leaves, is used instead of a roux and is an ingredient commonly used in Choctaw cuisine. Use the story of filé in the recipe to spark a conversation at your party and learn something new. » 3 lbs shrimp
» ½ cup diced bell peppers
» 2 Tbsp filé
» ¼ cup parsley
» 1 large onion, diced
» Creole seasoning to taste
» 3 cloves of garlic
» 2 Tbsp vegetable oil
» ½ cup diced celery
» 3 qts water
In a large pot, warm the vegetable oil on medium-high heat. Add the onions and sauté them until they’re lightly browned. Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant. Gradually mix in the shrimp, cooking until they’re pink. Stir in the celery and bell peppers, then cook for 3 to 5 minutes. Add the water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add Creole seasoning and parsley, then turn off the heat. Add the filé and stir. Put the pot lid on and let it sit for a few minutes. Serve over rice. Sprinkle more filé on top as desired
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Houma Indian Filé Gumbo
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“Casian” Asian Cajun Shrimp One of our seafood favorites in this town is the almighty shrimp. Whether it's in a slow-cooked boil, grilled, or fried, it's an ingredient found throughout the carnival of cultures celebrated at Crescendeaux. This Asian Cajun Shrimp is sure to be a crowd pleaser and an easy nibble to enjoy while you watch the models rip the runway. » 16 colossal deveined shrimp » ¾ tsp coarse sea salt » 2 Tbsp butter » 1 Tbsp fresh chopped garlic » 1 tsp fresh ground pepper » ½ tsp white pepper » 1 tsp sweet paprika » ½ tsp dried thyme
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» ½ tsp dried oregano » 1 tsp garlic powder » ½ tsp sugar » ½ tsp chicken bouillon powder » 1 tsp tomato paste » 1 Tbsp worcestershire sauce » 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice » ¼-½ tsp cayenne chili powder Optional depending on taste
Devein and butterfly shrimp. Keep the shell on! Sprinkle coarse salt on shrimp and place in a colander to drain the excess water that the salt will extract from the shrimp. Allow to marinate for at least ½ hour. Next, prepare all your dry spices and mix together. Preheat skillet. Add butter. Place shrimp on skillet with skin side up.When shrimp turns opaque, flip to cook the other side. While cooking, add tomato paste and spice mix. Mix together quickly. Add worcestershire sauce and lemon juice. DO NOT OVERCOOK! Add cayenne chili powder for extra spiciness, if needed. Serve hot.
Southern Fried Chicken Tacos Crescendeaux 2023
Nothing spells the South like piping hot, freshly fried chicken. This recipe is a twist on the classic taco that is sure to be a favorite of your partygoers.
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» Vegetable oil, for frying
» 1 cup hot sauce
» 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken tenders
» 8 tortillas from 1 package (8.2 oz) Old El Paso™ Flour Tortillas for Soft Tacos and Fajitas (10 Count), warmed
» 1 ½ teaspoons seasoned salt
» 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
» 2 cups self-rising flour
» Fresh guacamole, for serving
» 3 eggs
Heat oil to 350°F in a deep, heavy-bottomed pot. Do not fill the pot more than 1/2 full with oil. Season the chicken with the seasoned salt. Add the flour to a shallow bowl or pie plate. In a medium size bowl, beat the eggs and hot sauce together. Dip the seasoned chicken in the egg mixture, and then coat well in the flour. Place the chicken in the preheated oil and fry the chicken in the oil until brown and crisp and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined cookie sheet. Once cool enough to handle, slice the chicken into strips. Warm the tortillas and fill with chicken. Top with cheese and guacamole.
Cocktail Recipes The Crescendeaux It's no secret that here in the Crescent City, we love a good cocktail. Mix and sip on our signature cocktail, The Crescendeaux, while you enjoy the Carnival of Culture, we’ve assembled for you tonight. Don’t forget to take some fun pics while you and your friends toast and get ready for the show!
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1 ½ oz of Blueberry Infused Tito’s Handmade Vodka (or regular), 1 ½ oz of Blue Curacao, 1 oz of Cranberry Juice, 1 oz of Pineapple Juice, and 3 tsp Grenadine with ice in a shaker and shake. Strain into a frosted martini glass and garnish with blueberries, lime peel, and lemon peel.
The Uptown Angela This take on the classic uptown cocktail is sweet, citrusy, and bubbly – just like our host, radio personality Uptown Angela. Make a few of these for your friends, relax, and enjoy the show. » Ketel One Oranje Vodka » Disaronno Amaretto » Pink Grapefruit Juice (Freshly Squeezed)
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» Lime Juice (Freshly Squeezed) » Agave Syrup » Champagne
SHAKE first five ingredients with and strain into your favorite fancy glass. Top with champagne. Tip: If you’re not a fan of vodka try substituting with gin or Remy Martin.
The Stone-Cold Fox(x)
The Legatron Prime Directive
It's not easy being foxy. Sip on this remix of the New York Sour while New Orleans’ own Terylyn Foxx narrates the runway with color, grace, and – of course – a splash of sass. If red wine isn’t your fav, try it with a nice rose so you can settle in and watch the show
Your Prime Directive at Crescendeaux 2023 is to enjoy the parade of styles on the runway and support the groundbreaking work of WFS – all while vibing out to the tunes provided by one of our city’s favorite tastemakers, DJ Legatron Prime.
» 2 oz Pisco Acholado » 1/2 oz Amaro Montenegro » 3/4 oz Lime Juice » Red Wine Float Light Bodied » Orange Wheel » Mint
» 2 oz Plymouth gin » 1 oz Bianco vermouth » 1/2 oz Bénédictine liqueur
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3/4 oz Orgeat 1/2 oz Pineapple Juice Club Soda Whip shake. Strain over cubed Ice. Float red wine.
» Enjoy!
» 1 dash Angostura bitters » Garnish: Lemon twist
Steps
Stir all of the ingredients & strain into a chilled coupe. Garnish with a lemon twist
Decide On & Test Your Technology Make Sure Your Link Works – And Screens & Speakers Work As Well
Remind guests a few days before the Watch Party, and especially again the day before – by email, text, call, or social media post.
02. During The best parties start with great music. Check out our Watch Party Playlist to dance through the night with your friends! https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3FNS0vwAYwIee2RYo70iog?si=42 f8fb6649e34a9f&nd=1
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01. Remind Your Guests
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Let’s Play You Wear It Well Fashion Trivia!
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During Intermission Take A Time Out To See What You And Your Guests Really Know About Fashion. You Wear It Well Is Going To Test Your Knowledge Of Fashion And Style While Giving Your Party Some Competitive Fun.
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What does ‘prêt-àporter’ mean?
What is the name of the first African-American designer to head a French fashion house?
In the USA it's the runway, what is it called in the UK?
What is the name of the designer who popularized the ‘little black dress’?
Which designer is best known for high-heeled shoes with redlacquered soles?
Ready-To-Wear
Virgil Abloh
Catwalk
Coco Chanel
Christian Louboutin
A jacquard is a type of what?
Which singer married SomaliAmerican fashion model Iman in 1992?
Which daughter of Pablo Picasso is famous for her jewelry designs and perfumes?
Which of these lends its name to a music and fashion style in the 1990s?
What sort of clothing item is a bolero?
Weaving
David Bowie
Paloma
Grunge
Jacket
Norma Kamali is famous for which avant-garde garment?
Which style of heel is reminiscent of the 1950’s?
Who designed Jackie Kennedy’s wedding dress?
In which city was the luxury department store chain, Neiman Marcus founded?
What does ‘bespoke’ mean in fashion?
Meat Dress
Kitten Heel
Black American fashion designer, Ann Lowe
Dallas
Custom Or Madeto-order
Which magazines have trailblazing indigenous model and actress Quannah Chasinghorse graced the cover of?
Which is more formal - a blacktie affair or a white-tie affair?
What Algerian-born designer is credited with introducing the woman's trouser suit, often worn with high heels?
The four fashion capitals of the 20th century were considered to be Paris, London, New York, and which other missing city?
In the 1990s which supermodel famously fell over on the catwalk while wearing a pair of Vivienne Westwood shoes?
Vogue Mexico, V Magazine, Elle, and Porter
White tie
Yves Saint-Laurent
Milan
Naomi Campbell
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Strike A Pose: How To Snap & Share Your Crescendeaux 2023 Pics
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Take Pictures And Videos That’ll Give Everybody FOMO! Share your pics and videos throughout the party, posting both to your social media accounts with the hashtags #Crescendeaux and #WFS.
How To Shop The Runway Are you LIVING for what you’ve seen on tonight’s runway? You can take home your favorite designs from tonight’s show by shopping our designers’ websites, or if you’re lucky enough to have a friend attending the event with us in person at the Orpheum you can ask them to shop for you on-site at the Crescendeaux Marketplace
Relax! You just Laissez les bons temps rouler (let the good times roll) so now you can put your feet up and reflect on your epic night and how to support Women’s Foundation of the South: Our work is made possible by the generous support of individuals, foundations, and corporations who are passionate about positively impacting women and girls of color across the US South. By supporting Crescendeaux, you are fueling our mission and supporting our annual fund, The Camellia Campaign. Thank you! To make a direct gift to the Camellia Campaign, scan the QR code Enjoy Crescendeaux-themed donor gifts like a branded shirt, travel mug, or one-of-a-kind Camellia wearable art.
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Give your time to WFS by becoming one of our Crescendeaux host committee members by contacting Kysha Brown at
kysha@womensfoundationsouth.org
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Thank You To Our Host Committee Chair & Host Committee
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We couldn’t bring you this fabulous night of fashion and culture without the work of our amazing Host Committee, and their Chair Timolynn Sams. WFS is filled with gratitude for the contribution this team has made to raising awareness through targeted community events and direct ticket sales. Thank you for sharing your time, talent, and treasure with us. We look forward to working together to Shift The South and create an event that grows each year in attendance and fundraising potential.
Oluremi Abiodun
Ella Aglipay Delio
Kimberly Dilosa
Cherie Goins
Dana Greenup Deal
Kelli King-Jackson
Adrinda Kelly
LaMetrious Mirven
Cyndi Ngyuen
Timolynn Sams
Jennifer Schnidman
Briana Spruille
Erica Spruille
Jasmine Thomas
Vera Triplett
Barbara Waiters
Thank You To Our Corporate Sponsors We’re sending up a huge WFS thank you to this year’s Crescendeaux Corporate Sponsors. It is truly an honor to have their support and belief in our mission. Our corporate sponsors hail from a range of industries and reflect our commitment to promoting Corporate Social Responsibility within companies and their outreach efforts. Crescendeaux 2023
Thanks For Your Support!
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Platinum
Pearl
Gold
Power Coalition for Equity & Justice
Pivotal Ventures
A New Hope Consulting Community Foundation for Mississippi funded by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation
Thank You To Our Underwriters (Listed By Level): Trendsetter, Stylist, Patron Crescendeaux 2023
Presenting This Night Of Fashion And Culture Would Not Be Possible Without Our Wonderful Group Of Crescendeaux Underwriters At Every Level
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Trendsetters
Stylists
Patrons
CCS Fundraising Foundation for Louisiana John Lewis Public Administration Program at Tulane University Larry Irvin Lynne Burkhart Morgan Stanley Gift Fund Ms. Foundation for Women Rica Lewis-Payton
Ashunta Sheriff Beauty Carmen James Randolph Gladys Krigger Washington Gracia Hillman Gulf Coast Bank & Trust Jackie Nielson Maude B. Lofton New Orleans & Company Planned Parenthood Gulf Coast Spears Group Urban League of Louisiana
Alisa Johnson Perry Alisha Reed BE Nola Deborah Grant Deon Haywood Diana Jones Wilson Donna M. Glapion EJ Encalarde LLC Funkshuns Golf Krewe Gracia Hillman Gwendolyn Crawford Halima Leak Francis Ph.D
Jeffrey Slater, Jr. Just BE, LLC. Kaleidoscope Pathways, LLC Larry Irvin LaVerne Toombs Lona Edwards Runagate Press Sony S. Haynes Tara Carter Hernandez The Jae Impact Timolynn Sams Tina Dixon-Williams
Your Sponsorship Is Helping Us Make Crescendeaux The Event Of The Season And Shining A Bright Spotlight On The Groundbreaking Work Of WFS As Well As The Artistry Of Our Designers
Women’s Foundation Of The South Board Of Directors Crescendeaux 2023
Board Officers Sherece WestScantlebury, Ph.D.
Rica Lewis-Payton
Gracia Hillman
Gladys Krigger Washington
Board Chair
Vice Chair
Treasurer
Secretary
Board of Directors Susan Hairston
Sonny Haynes
Tatyana Moaton, Ph.D. Board Member Emeritus
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Kieta Mutepfa
Lori Spicer Robertson
Diana Jones Wilson
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