The “Road” to the Michelin Star

by Scott Evans | Oct 31, 2021 | Scott's Spot, Featured

‘The “Road” to the Michelin Star The world-famous Michelin star. Restaurants crave it. Diners desire it. Chefs build a career on it. Where and how did it begin and why are they so important? Over 120 years ago, there were fewer than 3,000 cars on the roads of...

The Women’s Fund “Knocked It Out” at Their Annual Rockin’ Resiliency Luncheon For the 11th Time!

by Scott Evans | Oct 29, 2021 | Snapshots

Co Chairs Aliza Dutt, Addie Dutt, Dylan Milam and Lara Bell (Photo by Killy Chavez with Catchlight Group)Honorary Chair Edna Meyer-Nelson and Houston Children's Charityy CEO Laura Ward (Photo by Killy Chavez with Catchlight Group)Amy Pierce, Aliza Dutt, Jackie Macha...

“Roses for Houston’s Rose!”-Houston Hospice Celebrates 23 Years of This Annual Award Dinner

by Scott Evans | Oct 26, 2021 | Featured, Snapshots

Beth Robertson, Barbara Robertson, Rose Cullen, Carroll Ray and Lillie Robertson (Photo by Jacob Power)Dr. Walter McReynolds, Rose Cullen and Linda McReynolds (Photo by Jacob Power)Elizabeth and Peter Wareing (Photo by Jacob Power)Eddy and Kelli Blanton (Photo by...

“Six in the Hand, Two For the Bush” – A Television Icon Discusses Her Storied Career and Upcoming Book at Power of Literacy Luncheon

by Scott Evans | Oct 21, 2021 | Featured, Snapshots

Neil and Maria Bush (Photo by Jacob Powers)Stephanie Tsuru and Kathie Lee Gifford (Photo by Daniel Ortiz)Leisa Holland-Nelson Bowman, Kathie Lee Gifford and Bob Bowman (Photo by Daniel Ortiz)Tena Faust, Betty Hrncir, Ashton Garrison and Alice Mosing (Photo by Jacob...

Scott’s Chocolate-Pecan Scones

by Scott Evans | Oct 17, 2021 | Scott's Sweet & Savory, Scott's Spot

Scott’s Chocolate-Pecan Scones Yields: 14-18 large scones Ingredients:8 oz. coarsely chopped bittersweet chocolate, such as Lindt (about 1½ cups)1 cup chopped pecans3 tbsp. plus 4 cups all-purpose flour, divided, plus more for dusting2 tbsp. baking powder4 tsp....

The Sweet Life – “La Dolce Vita” Luncheon & Fashion Show Showcased Italian Culture at its Finest for Italian Cultural & Community Center

by Scott Evans | Oct 16, 2021 | Snapshots

Patti Murphy, Neiman Marcus General Manager Chris Hendel and Cheryl Byington (Photo by Michelle Watson)Laureta Maida Cuny, Victor Costa and Rose Cullen (Photo by Michelle Watson)Guest of Honor Victor Costa with Jerry Ann Woodfin Costa (Photo by Michelle Watson)Ann...

The World’s Unending Love for a Tortured Post-Impressionist Dutch Painter Culminates in a Breathtaking Digital Exhibition – “The Original Immersive van Gogh Exhibit Comes to Houston”

by Scott Evans | Oct 15, 2021 | Scott's Spot, Featured

The World’s Unending Love for a Tortured Post-Impressionist Dutch Painter Culminates in a Breathtaking Digital Exhibition – “The Original Immersive van Gogh Exhibit Comes to Houston” Photos by Quy Tran Photography Who could predict that more than 160 years ago,...

What Do You Get When You Combine a Charity CEO’s Unending Dedication, Chairpersons with Sizable Pockets and Contacts, a Board of Directors Directly from the Divine and An Entertainer Whose Popularity Still Reigns? $2.8 Million! That’s What!

by Scott Evans | Oct 13, 2021 | Featured, Snapshots

Tommy Kuranoff, Maria Moncada Alaoui, Laura Ward and Frances & Tony Buzbee (Photo by Michelle Watson)Carol Sawyer, Reverend Mary Gracely and Laura Ward (Photo by Michelle Watson)Margaret Alkek Williams and David Wuthrich (Photo by Michelle Watson)Hallie...

Maghan’s Sorrento Lemon Drop

by Scott Evans | Oct 11, 2021 | Scott's Sweet & Savory

Maghan’s Sorrento Lemon Drop Ingredients:1/3 cup sugarZest of 1 giant lemon or 2 medium lemons3/4 cup lemonade good quality lemonade (Simply Lemonade is excellent or use fresh lemons make your own)2 shots lemon vodka (I use 360 Sorrento Lemon Vodka)1 cup fresh...

Scott’s Lemon Velvet Cake

by Scott Evans | Oct 11, 2021 | Scott's Spot, Scott's Sweet & Savory

Scott’s Lemon Velvet Cake Yields: Two 9” or 10″ OR three 8” round cakes Ingredients:4 cups granulated sugar6 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon baking soda2 tablespoons white vinegar2 teaspoons salt2 cups unsweetened soy or almond milk1 ⅓...