A “Giant” of a Grand Opening for Shamrock Hotel—Houston History Revisited on St. Patrick’s Day Houston’s vibrant social scene is always in the center of our preeminent events, especially those that draw us national attention. Held in reverence as...
Scott Evans
Social Book Contributor
Scott Evans is a native Houstonian and the Publisher of The Social Book. His career has included success as a musician, management consultant, public relations firm owner, and technology consultant─all of which have injected him actively into the social scene for many years. Drawing on his musical background, in 1992 Scott co-produced a double CD called "Voices for Life" benefiting AIDS charities featuring Houston artists and highlighted by a music video of 200+ local celebrities singing Scott's original composition "Shades of Gray." Scott has hosted numerous events over his career and believes his best quality is his ability to make people feel a part of something special. (Photo: D. Jones Photography)
Get “Ripped” at The Ranch + Saloon-Yellowstone’s Cole “Rip” Hauser Visits Rodeo Houston
Get “Ripped” at The Ranch + SaloonYellowstone’s Cole “Rip” Hauser Visits Rodeo Houston Celebrated actor Cole Hauser, “Rip Wheeler” of Paramount TV’s Yellowstone series, will visit Rodeo Houston as a guest of restaurateur Ben Berg’s The Ranch + Saloon, held on the...
Everyone got their “Just Desserts” at Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Donor Appreciation Event
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Houston Heart Ball Didn’t Skip a Beat with “Every Beat. Everywhere”
Event Date: February 11, 2023Location: The Post Oak at UptownEvent: GalaBeneficiary: American Heart AssociationNo. of Attendees: 450Money Raised: $1,200,000Chairperson: Olivier Le PeuchHonoree: HCA Healthcare FoundationEmcee: Khambrel...
A Culinary Star Talks Turkey with “The Queen of Protein” and Partners to Celebrate Our Nation’s School Cafeteria Staff
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Jeff’s King Ranch Chicken
Jeff’s King Ranch Chicken Prep and Cook time: 60-90 minutes | Serves 6-8 Ingredients:1 tbsp. vegetable or olive oil1 medium white onion, diced1 medium red bell pepper, diced1 medium green bell pepper, diced1 (10.5 oz.) can condensed cream of mushroom soup1 (10.5 oz.)...
Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo- 91 Years Strong! What’s New at Rodeo 2023?
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Scott’s Ultimate Brownies
Scott’s Ultimate Brownies for the Chocolate Lovers Inspired by MomPrep and Cook time: 60 minutes | Makes 24 | Serves 12-24 Ingredients:2½ sticks (1¼ cups) unsalted butter, plus more, softened, for greasing8 oz. good-quality semisweet or bittersweet chocolate (60-70%...
A “Puff” of Summer and Smoke Gave Houston Ballet Ball a $1.5 Million Night
Event Date: February 4, 2023Location: In a tent adjacent to Margaret Alkek Williams Center for DanceEvent: GalaBeneficiary: Houston BalletNo. of Attendees: 500+Money Raised: $1,500,000Chairpersons: Allison and Troy ThackerHonoree: Hallie...
Gingerbread Cupcakes with Grand Marnier Cream Cheese Icing
Scott’s Gingerbread Cupcakes with Grand Marnier Cream Cheese Icing Inspired by Ina Garten, The Barefoot ContessaPrep and Cook time: 90 minutes | Serves 12 Ingredients:¼ cup dark rum or water½ cup golden raisins1 stick (¼ lb.) unsalted butter1 cup un-sulfured molasses1...
Grandchildren Stole the Show at Seven Acres Jewish Senior Care Services’ Record-Breaking Gala
Event Date: January 29, 2023Location: Hilton Americas-HoustonEvent: GalaBeneficiary: Seven Acres Jewish Senior Care ServicesNo. of Attendees: 650+Money Raised: $1,500,000Honorary Chairs: Bebe and John FalikChairpersons: Denise & Steve...
Houston Symphony Ball Lovers Walked the Red Carpet and Found Their Stars at “The Golden Age of Hollywood”
Event Date: January 28, 2023Location: The Post Oak at UptownEvent: GalaBeneficiary: Houston SymphonyNo. of Attendees: 400+Money Raised: $1,100,000Chairpersons: Brigitte Kalai, Farida Abjani, Cheryl Boblitt and Honorable Bill KingHonorees: ...
Three New Pieces and a Beautiful Gallery Were Unveiled at The Art of The Islamic World Gala
Event Date: January 20, 2023Location: MFAH, Caroline Wiess Law BuildingEvent: GalaBeneficiary: Museum of Fine Arts, HoustonNo. of Attendees: 320Money Raised: $616,000Chairpersons: Sima Ladjevardian and Sabiha RehmatullaEvent Décor: The...
The Kickoff for the Men of Distinction Luncheon was Distinctive Indeed!
The Kickoff for the Men of Distinction Luncheon was Distinctive Indeed! For 16 years, a small select committee of men has made a difference for physicians researching pediatric issues within Texas Medical Center hospitals. During this time, Men...
Cirque du Soleil’s “KOOZA” “KOO-dn’t” Be Any Better!
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An Epicurean Evening with Heartwarming Stories Were on the Menu at CanCare’s Annual Dinner
Event Date: January 18, 2023Location: Tony'sEvent: GalaBeneficiary: CanCareNo. of Attendees: 80Money Raised: $100,000Chairpersons: Susan & Kirby Greteman and Mel Edwards & John SchlosserPhotography: Jacob PowerAn Epicurean Evening...
MD² – Founders of Concierge Medicine – Opens First Houston Office – Exclusive Practice Considered “The Private Plane of Healthcare”
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Jeff’s Company Meat Loaf
Jeff's Company Meat Loaf Inspired by my MomPrep and Cook time: 90 minutes | Serves 6-8 Ingredients:1 tbsp. good olive oil3-4 slices bacon, chopped3 cups chopped yellow onions (3 onions)1-2 tbsp. minced garlic (depending on taste)1 tsp. chopped fresh thyme leaves2 tsp....
Feeding our Children’s Futures at Kid’s Meals 14th Annual Harvest Luncheon
Event Date: November 11, 2022Location: Marriott MarquisEvent: LuncheonBeneficiary: Kid's Meals, Inc.No. of Attendees: 1,400Chairpersons: Kathleen Pennington and Julie ApplegateHonorees: Valero, Kroger, The Astros Foundation, Drs. Nicci...
Interfaith Ministries Tapestry Gala Was “Draped” in Inspiration
Event Date: November 12, 2022Location: Hilton Americas-HoustonEvent: GalaBeneficiary: Interfaith Ministries of Greater HoustonNo. of Attendees: 550Money Raised: $665,000Chairpersons: Dr. Kathy Flanagan, Mayor Sylvester Turner, Paula Sutton...
