Darlings,
I hope you survived the Bastille Day Celebrations as well as the San Fermin's Running of the Bulls Celebrations, and how could I forget - the FIFA's World Soccer Cup Finals. Congratulations to France winning vs. Croatia 4 to 2 in Russia.
Last week was indeed a social tsunami for me but if you know me, you know that I loved it, which I did. I must confess I did not make it to all the celebrations as I normally do but the ones that I did I loved.
I started my weekend by attending a lovely reception for the opening of "Reflection and the Diasporic Epic" by artist Piki Mendizabal presented at the Consulate of Mexico and the Mexican Cultural Institute in New Orleans.
Mexico, Cuba and New Orleans shared a strong cultural bond throughout history. This cultural bond makes New Orleans a warm multicultural and welcoming place for people of Latin-American countries who, for many reasons, have come to call it home. This exhibition is a visual narrative that echoes to every single immigrant, who has to follow the painful path to leave their homeland to become part of a different one without failing to keep and embrace their own culture in a new place.
I was running between soirees because, on Thursday night, I joined Degas House for a Bastille Day celebration honoring Edgar Degas' 184th birthday! The free and open to the public party took place at the New Orleans home of the family of French Impressionist artist Edgar Degas who temporarily resided there in the early 1870s. The celebration included remarks by Consul General of France, Vincent Sciama, a champagne toast, live entertainment, passed hors d'oeuvres cash bar and gourmet birthday cake in honor of Edgar Degas. 
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That evening it was time for me to attend the annual Spanish Wine Dinner to kick off the 2018 Running of the Bulls. The historic ballroom of the Bourbon Orleans Hotel was the setting for the occasion and it was indeed a very enjoyable, four-course dinner with wine and entertainment by talented guitarist, Coyote Anderson.
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On Friday, July 13, it was time to attend the annual Krewe of Cork's Bastille Day Luncheon at the Palace Cafe which was lovely and delicious. Vive La France!
The French National Day is the anniversary of Storming of the Bastille on July 14, 1789, a turning point of the French Revolution, as well as the Fête de la Fédération which celebrated the unity of the French people on 14 July 1790. Celebrations are held throughout France. 
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On Saturday morning, it was time for the 12th Annual El Encierro: the Running of the Bulls 2018. Duchess Chiquita Bergen and I got up early to catch up the beginning of the event on Poydras Street. A beautiful sunny sky greeted the New Orleans Roller Derby Girls, the “running bulls,” as they pursued the runners.
Each year the Crescent City hosts its own version of Spain’s Encierro de Pamplona. But instead of running from real bulls, New Orleanians gather in the traditional red and white colors of Spain’s bull run and they run from Roller Derby Girls, some of whom wear plastic bull horns on their helmets. They chase the runners on their rollerblades and swat the slowest ones with plastic bats. Thousands of runners gathered early in the morning in Downtown New Orleans to participate in the event and thousands more watched as amused spectators cheering them on.
On Saturday night, I was invited to celebrate the 10th Wedding Anniversary of my darling friends Russ and Sandra Herman. The spacious and beautiful Briquette Restaurant owned by AJ and Anna Tusa was the setting for the lovely and delicious celebration. I enjoyed so much being surrounded by so many longtime friends, as well as meeting Russ and Sandra's family. Pianist Jim Walpole, looking very dapper, entertained the crowd and played all the sing-along songs. It was a very memorable evening and I cannot wait to celebrate their 20th.
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Are you ready for a very spirited week? I am!
Darlings, my week ended last night by attending a lovely cocktail soiree at Commander's Palace hosted by Crystal Tales of the Cocktail's Kick-Off Soiree.
Tales of the Cocktail - July 17-22
This summer the worldwide cocktail community will descend on New Orleans once again as Tales of the Cocktail returns for its 16th year. This annual gathering that’s equal parts cocktail conference and family reunion will feature a spirited schedule of brand new seminars, tastings, competitions and networking events representing the latest that the industry has to offer.
Last night I was invited by Tales of the Cocktail Foundation and Crystal Hot Sauce’s Red Beans & Rice Soiree at Commander’s Palace .
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The evening kept going and this time it was The Museum of the American Cocktail's State of the Art: A Cocktail Extravaganza on Monday, July 16. The annual fundraiser, cocktail party, and competition featured some of the best bartenders in the city of New Orleans and it kicked-off the week of Tales of the Cocktail. I sampled some of the creative concoctions, met the NOLA bartending community and supported The Museum of the American Cocktail.
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Today I have to go early to pick up my badge to the Tales of the Cocktail and start what I know will be a very hectic and spirited week.
Tales of the Cocktail® is the world’s premier cocktail festival where the international spirits community visits New Orleans for a week for the exchanging of new ideas, products, and techniques.
For complete information and schedule go to https://talesofthecocktail.
And, of course, the highlight of my week is going to be my very spirited annual Round Table luncheon Saluting Tales of the Cocktail on Wednesday, July 18 at noon in the historic ballroom of the Bourbon Orleans Hotel. Here are the details:
Spirited Round Table Luncheon Saluting Tales of the Cocktail hosted by Margarita Bergen
Wednesday, July 18, from 12 noon-2 p.m.; socializing and seating at 11:30 a.m.
Bourbon Orleans Hotel, 717 Orleans St., French Quarter, New Orleans.
Co-hosted by Caroline Rosen, the new executive director of Tales of the Cocktail, the nonprofit that produces the annual spirit industry conference. The TOC will be held from July 17-22.
The guest speaker will be mixologist Marvin Allen, author of a new book, Magic in a Shaker- A Year of Spirited Libations. The featured spirit will be Hendrick's Gin. Live entertainment by talented vocalist Jordan Kelley and cocktail historian Elizabeth Pearce, accompanied on the piano by Jim Walpole.
The $60, all-inclusive price includes a delicious, 3-course gourmet luncheon, champagne/wines and valet parking. Make your reservations now by calling Judy LeBlanc at (504) 571-4672 or email her at Judy.LeBlanc@
Enjoy your week!
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TALES OF THE COCKTAIL 2018 FOOD & DRINK PAIRINGS:
SPIRITED DINNERS HOSTED BY NEW ORLEANS' TOP CHEFS
Tuesday, July 17th & Wednesday, July 18th
SPIRITED DINNERS HOSTED BY NEW ORLEANS' TOP CHEFS
Tuesday, July 17th & Wednesday, July 18th
Sac-a-Lait
Kick off the first night of Tales of The Cocktail 2018 with "A Cajun Road Trip" at Sac-a-Lait restaurant, presented by Sazerac Company. On Tuesday, July 17, 2018 at 6PM Food Network's Cajun Aces Chefs Cody andSamantha Carroll, Chef de Cuisine Ian Mitchell, and Beverage Director Norton Christopher will host a five-course dinner pairing local cuisine and beautiful cocktails. The evening will feature signature cocktails made with Sazerac Rye, Peychaud's Aperitivo, Buffalo Trace, Ojen, and Wheatley Vodka. Throughout the event, culinary & cocktail Historian Elizabeth Pearce will lead a thought-provoking conversation on the history of rye in New Orleans along with locally-popular Ojen, an anise flavored liqueur. Priced at $99 per person (excluding tax and gratuity),
Kick off the first night of Tales of The Cocktail 2018 with "A Cajun Road Trip" at Sac-a-Lait restaurant, presented by Sazerac Company. On Tuesday, July 17, 2018 at 6PM Food Network's Cajun Aces Chefs Cody andSamantha Carroll, Chef de Cuisine Ian Mitchell, and Beverage Director Norton Christopher will host a five-course dinner pairing local cuisine and beautiful cocktails. The evening will feature signature cocktails made with Sazerac Rye, Peychaud's Aperitivo, Buffalo Trace, Ojen, and Wheatley Vodka. Throughout the event, culinary & cocktail Historian Elizabeth Pearce will lead a thought-provoking conversation on the history of rye in New Orleans along with locally-popular Ojen, an anise flavored liqueur. Priced at $99 per person (excluding tax and gratuity),
The 4th Annual North American Bourbon and Whiskey Competition will take place in New Orleans during the same week as the Tales Of The Cocktail Festival. The competition is dedicated to promoting excellence in Bourbon, Whiskey, and Moonshine.
On Tuesday, July 17, 2018, an intimate celebration of the 2018 winners will take place at the Omni Royal Orleans Hotel, at the Royal Garden Terrace from 7 to 9:30 pm. Just 50 Bourbon and Whiskey enthusiasts will have the opportunity to sample a selection of the 2018 competition winners together with a variety of delicious of bites. Guests will have the opportunity to meet our 2018 judges and highly acclaimed whiskey expert and author Blair Bowman from Edinburgh, Scotland. Tickets: $50
7 PM - 9:30 PM
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On Wednesday, July 18, the annual, spirited Round Table Luncheon Saluting Tales of the Cocktail at the Bourbon Orleans Hotel will be co-hosted by social editor Margarita Bergen and Caroline Rosen, the new executive director of Tales of the Cocktail, the nonprofit that produces the annual spirit industry conference. The TOC will be held this year on July 17-22.
Doors open at 11:30 a.m. for socializing and seating and the luncheon and speakers start at 12 noon.
The featured spirit will be Hendrick's Gin and will be represented by its International Brand Ambassador, Charlotte Voisey, and Jorge Lauriano Jr., Louisiana District Manager for William Grant & Sons, Inc. The guest speaker will be mixologist Marvin Allen, author of a new book, Magic in a Shaker.
The live entertainment will be by talented vocalist Jordan Kelley and cocktail historian Elizabeth Pearce, accompanied on the piano by Jim Walpole. The $60, all-inclusive price includes a delicious, 3-course gourmet luncheon, champagne/wines and valet parking. Make your reservations now by calling Judy LeBlanc at (504) 571-4672 or email her at Judy.LeBlanc@
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Sunday, July 22 @ 5 pm: "Hometown Harmony Show" 50 singers,featuring:
The Mardi Gras Chorus (All Men) (Barbershop Harmony Society)
The Crescent City Sound Chorus (All Ladies) (Sweet Adelines International Society)
The SouthernTradition Quartet
Over 50 singers featuring Traditional Barbershop Harmony
Please visit: www.mardigraschorus.org
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