Ted Viator knows how to create a night people will never forget. He’s been doing it for years. He did it bigger and better than ever on Aug. 22 at the Hilton Ballroom in honor of his 60th birthday. A celebration he turned into a fundraiser dear to his heart — The Alzheimer’s Association — with old fashion games like the ring toss along with a silent auction and breakout performances from the Krewe of Apollo, Gerami Studio, The Dixie Cups and the Viator family.
1. Jimmy Pool
2. Rachel LaValley and Laura White
3. Meg Hawley and Emily Svendson
4. James Berry and Courtney Svendson
5. Karen and Wendell Juneau
6. BJ and Katie Crist, Tylor Patin, Brandon Barrett and Danielle Vizinat.
7. Front row: Charon and Frankie Harris. Back row: Robbie Mahtook, Ted Viator and Msgr. Keith DeRouen.
There’s no celebration of the beloved martini in town like Martinis: Lafayette’s Absolut Best Martini Competition to benefit Healing House. The Hilton Ballroom was packed August 15 for the annual throw down for the best libation with restaurants competing for coveted wins from either the discerning judges or the people of Lafayette. Bonefish took home top honors in the Judge’s Choice category with a tropical pineapple and mango mix with a jalapeno for good measure while the Heartbreaker Martini from Ruffino’s took home the People’s Choice Award.
1. Alex and Ferin Lazard
2. Rebecca Senac, Whitney Antley, Stacey Fillingim and Michelyn Bernard
3. Clayton Williamson, Sydney Williamson, Ryane Broussard, Jena Johns, Caki Russo and William Burch
4. Blane and Kathi Comeaux
5. Judy and Dwight Prudhomme and Sissy Guidry
6. Devin Delhomme, Susan Nini, Cristina Martinez and Colin Riggs