Super Bowl Blast!
Want to party with Michael Phelps, James Brolin and Common? Here’s your VIP ticket inside one of Super Bowl 51’s best bashes, the CityBook-sponsored Big Game Big Give blowout!
Feb. 6, 2017
Anna McGrath, Ellie Strehli, Kate Weldon, and Kate Jackson (photo by Alex Montoya)
“The crisp summer night set the perfect stage, with a pink Porsche 911 GT3 Ruby Star and Porsche 911 GT3 RS Ultraviolet parked in front of PostScript, creating a popular photo opportunity for attendees,” said a rep for the restaurant. “Adding to the charm, PostScript rolled out a pink carpet leading into the venue.”
In an evening full of fun surprises, guests enjoyed the stylings of live saxophonist Alex Jones as they entered the party. There was also a cigar-rolling station, casino-style gaming in the chic Vesper Room, and free-flowing prosecco — and PostScript’s signature cocktails such as the Take Me to Tootsies were on offers. Some of famous chef Bryan Caswell’s nibbles made the rounds, as in tuna handkerchiefs and shrimp salad spoons.
“The highlight of the private dining experience was Caswell’s signature caviar donut,” noted the rep, “made with a house donut, Hackleback caviar, white chocolate creme fraiche, and blackberries.”
At 8pm, PostScript shifted to a working restaurant, sharing proceeds from the beautiful evening’s dinner till with the American Cancer Society.
“Partnering with American Cancer Society was an easy choice,” said PostScript owner Veeral Rathod. “This event not only brought together our community but also supported a cause that is close to our hearts. It's truly inspiring to see the generosity and enthusiasm of our guests as we work together to make a meaningful impact in the fight against cancer.”
Kristen Cannon, Kristen Collins, Kristina Wilson (photo by Quy Tran)
Chase Letsos,Jaclyn Escareno, Blade Labrada (photo by Quy Tran)
Debbie Elias, Miya Shay (photo by Quy Tran)
Erin Hicks and Bryan Caswell (photo by Quy Tran)
Erin Hicks, Edward Sanchez , Ruchi Mukerjee (photo by Quy Tran)
Irene mavrianos, Veeral Rathod, Victoria Hinojosa (photo by Quy Tran)
Maggie Crymes, Katherine Garcia (photo by Quy Tran)
Mario Gudmundsson and Carrie Brandsberg-Dahl (photo by Quy Tran)
Nicki Ramirez, Irfan Vohra, Aura Ledezma (photo by Quy Tran)
Sarah Wallace, Sarah Savage (photo by Quy Tran)
Tiffany Halik,Krista Shamaly (photo by Quy Tran)
Tom Grace, Jennifer Johnson (photo by Quy Tran)
Hallie Vanderhider, Cissy Abel, Elizabeth Stein (photo by Jacob Power)
“Chaired by trio Jennifer Barron, Kathryn Noser and original Victory founding member Jessica Younger, the high-octane event raised over $1.48 million for cancer research and programs in the Greater Houston Area,” noted a rep for the Victory.
Famous Houston meteorologist Frank Billingsley was emcee of the raucous affair, with buffet-style dining — think yummy Churrasco’s tacos, tequila tastings and tres leches — and fun Vegas-y gaming stations. Roulette, anyone? Johnny Bravo Halloway led a live auction, of which not one but two 2024 Ford Bronco Badlands 4-door 4x4’s. “A private dinner with Johnny Carrabba was also a huge hit,” the rep noted, “with guests outbidding each other for the coveted evening.”
The party went into overdrive — pun intended — when Skyrocket band took the stage and the multicolored dancefloor was lighted up.
VIP guests and Victory supporters included Cyvia Wolff, Hallie Vanderhider, Bobby Dees, Elizabeth and Alan Stein, and many docs and execs from Memorial Hermann Foundation, Baylor College of Medicine and MD Anderson Cancer Center.
Since 1987, Victory has raised more than $60 million dollars for cancer research and initiatives across the United States, the organization says.
Cyvia Wolff, Susan Blaney, Lisa McCoy (photo by Wilson Parish)
Jeff Quisenberry, Jeff Dyke (photo by Jacob Power)
Kathryn Noser, Jessica Younger, Jennifer Barron (photo by Wilson Parish)
Larianna Dunn, Samantha Derrett, Julia TenHoeve (photo by Wilson Parish)
Raquel Lewis, Jess Younger, Denise Leisten, Joni Ballis (photo by Jacob Power)
Robin and Danny Klaes, Kittsie Klaes (photo by Jacob Power)
Tony and Amber Bender (photo by Jacob Power)
Tracey and Michael Thomas (photo by Jacob Power)
Tracy Smith, Stephanie Morris (photo by Wilson Parish)