Photos by Samantha Jane Beatty
Styling by Kate Stukenberg
Grooming by Tonya Riner for Page Parkes Agency
Models Madison Johnston for Wallflower Management and Jake Atterberry for Page Parkes Agency
Photo assistance by John Lewis
Styling assistance by Molly Jodeit
Men’s styling consulting by Cody Sever
and Whitney Wiggins for M Penner
Shot on location at Hotel Alessandra in Downtown
The new Artisans is located at 5745 Westheimer Rd.
“The allure of the Galleria area, drawing both visitors and affluent locals, made it the perfect choice,” said executive chef Jacques Fox says on making the move after 12 years in Midtown. “We join other upscale dining establishments in the area to further elevate this distinguished street.”
The new location offers multiple distinct dining areas: the intimate 24-seat Table du Chef, a cozy bar, elegant dining room, chic patio and private dining space.
Menu wise, guests can expect the same dedication to both traditional and innovative French cuisine — think plenty of escargots and foie gras — as the Midtown location. Or, the chef’s table offers six or seven courses with optional wine pairings. Service is top notch and for extra flair cocktails are shaken tableside and served ice cold. “Dining at Artisans is a passionate art form,” says Jacques. “It’s a fusion of exquisite French cooking and technique with our special touch.”
L’Assiette de Fromage
Inside Artisans
L’Assiette de Fromage
Le Thon Crudo
Dance floor at the Heart Ball
The gala also toasted the 100th anniversary of the national organization, and raised $1.25 million to further its life-saving work.
The night began with electric tunes courtesy of Demola, Houston's hippest violinist, who serenaded guests to their tables with a rendition of "I've Got a Feelin." Khambrel Marshall directed the evening from the stage, where featured speaker Wallis Marsh took to the mic to share his story of survival. Later, 16 honorees received a standing ovation for their tireless dedication to working toward health equity, whether that's via food security or heart health.
A live auction brought on a different kind of excitement and emotions. Led by Logan Thomas, the lively event touted vacations, jewelry and more. One especially fun moment was when gala chair Hackett engaged in a bidding war with Peter Fluor, all over a pair of ruby-and-diamond earrings, donated by Diamonds Direct. She eventually won — and walked over to Fluor to gift him the baubles!
Tunes courtesy of Midtown 10 Band, followed by a big balloon drop, closed out the evening.
Tim Singletary and JoAnne Houck
Alicia and Esmaeil Porsa
Angela and Chad Cole
Steve and Janna Roberson
Beth Wolff and Cheryl Byington
Russ Laberasca, DJ Warner and Damien LaPar
Leila Gilbert, Mona Williams, Liz Jameson
Beverly and Jim Postl
Kelly Hackett and Danielle Hammons
Bruce Padilla and Courtney Cole Hall
Jennifer and David Balevic
Jody Merritt and Christine Johnson
Judy and Russ Labrasca
Meryl Johnson and David McPherson
Julia Andrieni and Robert Phillips
DeeDee and Wallis Marsh with Jack and Julia