In the days leading up to Friday, March 22, weather guessers were rolling up their sleeves preparing for a rainy occasion. Little did they know that Dallas Arboretum President/CEO Mary Brinegar had made other arrangements.With After School Dallas taking place in Ginsburg Plaza and Rosine Hall and the seated dinner for the $500-per guest Vintner’s Dinner over at A … [Read more...] about Dallas Arboretum’s Vintners’ Dinner Was A Deliciously Beautiful Evening At “A Tasteful Place”
Kent Rathbun
Despite The Chill Outside, 2019 Côtes Du Coeur’s Chefs Reveal Was Warmly Received In Sub-Zero Digs
There was a breakdown in communication for the 2019 Côtes du Coeur chefs reveal on Sunday, March 3, at Sub-Zero, Wolf and Cove Showroom on Lemon Avenue. The invitations read that the shindig sponsored by American Airlines started at 5 p.m. According to the valets, the contract stated 5:30 p.m. Normally, it wouldn’t have been that big a deal. But on this Sunday evening, the … [Read more...] about Despite The Chill Outside, 2019 Côtes Du Coeur’s Chefs Reveal Was Warmly Received In Sub-Zero Digs
2018 Cattle Baron’s Ball Live Auction Item #9: Napa With Dallas’ Finest Chefs*
The tried-and-true Cattle Baron's Ball chefs are back to provide a feast for the eyes and tastebuds. Only this year, they won't be cooking in North Texas kitchen. No, siree. The boys (Nick Barclay, Richard Chamberlain, Dean Fearing, Kevin Garvin, David Holben, Kent Rathbun and Jim "Sevy" Severson) are packing up their recipes and utensils and heading to Napa to create a killer … [Read more...] about 2018 Cattle Baron’s Ball Live Auction Item #9: Napa With Dallas’ Finest Chefs*
And The Show Went On For WaterTower’s Spring Gala
The WaterTower family lived up to the old adage, "The show must go on" for its Spring Gala on Friday, May 11, at Vouv. The original plan had called for innovative idea of having a couple of mini-plays based on two North Texas folks — Chef Kent Rathbun and business executive Robert "Bob" Mayer — performed at the seated dinner. Just days after the announcement, Bob died. But … [Read more...] about And The Show Went On For WaterTower’s Spring Gala
Grovel Alert: WaterTower Theatre’s Spring Gala
Things are really happening at WaterTower Theatre in Addison. Not only did Artistic Director Joanie Schultz’s “Bread” open on Friday, April 13, WaterTower’s Managing Director Nick Even and Spring Gala Chair Tara Lewis have put out the word that only a few spots are left for the WaterTower fundraiser on Friday, May 11, at Vouv.According to Nick, the … [Read more...] about Grovel Alert: WaterTower Theatre’s Spring Gala
WaterTower Theatre Is Adding A Couple Of Mini-Plays Inspired By Bob Mayer Jr. And Kent Rathbun Within Its 2018 Spring Gala At Vouve
In the past couple of years WaterTower Theatre has been stretching its creative muscles. There was new Artistic Director Joanie Schultz’s production of “Hit The Wall” that made headlines. Now it seems that under the leadership of Managing Director Nick Even, the company is literally staging a new production for its 2018 Spring Gala.As part of the undertaking, … [Read more...] about WaterTower Theatre Is Adding A Couple Of Mini-Plays Inspired By Bob Mayer Jr. And Kent Rathbun Within Its 2018 Spring Gala At Vouve
JUST IN: Park And Palate Plans Announced For Klyde Warren Park’s Mega Fundraiser With Loads Of “Pillars And Proteges” On The Menu
The Klyde Warren Park team has really been cooking up some plans for this year’s Park and Palate at Klyde Warren Park on Friday, October 13, and Saturday, October 14. Yes, yes, that’s Texas-OU weekend, but what a great place to eat, drink and party with locals and out-of-towners. Now settle back for the news.This year’s theme is “Pillars and Protégés,” and for good … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Park And Palate Plans Announced For Klyde Warren Park’s Mega Fundraiser With Loads Of “Pillars And Proteges” On The Menu
Just 48 Hours Before His Accident, Chef Kent Rathbun Was Heading Up The March Of Dimes Signature Chefs Dinner
The fall temperatures weren’t the only things in the “change mode” on Thursday, November 3, While the Flora Award Gala black-tie set were celebrating adorably cute couple Myrna and Bob Schlegel at Texas Discovery Gardens, the short-skirted, stiletto types were grazing over at the Hilton Anatole for the March of Dimes’ Signature Chefs Dinner.Despite years past of partying at … [Read more...] about Just 48 Hours Before His Accident, Chef Kent Rathbun Was Heading Up The March Of Dimes Signature Chefs Dinner
Crystal Charity Ball Men Folk Were Honored With A Gentlemen’s Night Out At The Rathbuns Thanks to BB&T
Like a Tennessee Williams scenario, Tuesday, October 18, was warm and steamy. Luckily, the Crystal Charity Ball types were well aware of the condition and left the cashmeres and leathers at home for the Gentlemen’s Night Out.It was to thank the CCB husbands for playing second fiddle, while their wives called on foundations and CEOs to provide $5.6M for children … [Read more...] about Crystal Charity Ball Men Folk Were Honored With A Gentlemen’s Night Out At The Rathbuns Thanks to BB&T
JUST IN: Chef Kent Rathbun Injured In ATV Accident
It was just last Thursday that Chef Kent "Big Daddy" Rathbun led the fundraising for the annual Signature Chefs Auction at the Hilton Anatole. He was in great spirits raising money for the March of Dimes.Unfortunately, Kent suffered severe injuries Saturday in West Texas when he, his wife Tracy Rathbun and daughter Garrett Rathbun were thrown from a Polaris vehicle. … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Chef Kent Rathbun Injured In ATV Accident
Signature Chef Patron Party Had Guests Around Tracy And Kent Rathbun’s Pool, Chickens In The Hen House And Bees In The Hive
Chef Kent Rathbun appears to be half of his old self. That’s because of all the weight he’s shed. Even his ear lobes seem svelte. But as he reported on Wednesday, October 5, he hadn’t lost his commitment to the March of Dimes’ Signature Chefs Dinner taking place at the Hilton Anatole on Thursday, November 3. Yes, the event had taken place in recent years at the Omni Dallas, but … [Read more...] about Signature Chef Patron Party Had Guests Around Tracy And Kent Rathbun’s Pool, Chickens In The Hen House And Bees In The Hive