The Heritage Society Features Culinaire Headquarters for HOUSTON’S HISTORICAL PLACES - May Program5/29/2018
 On May 23rd, Culinaire - Inspired Cuisine & Events hosted The Heritage Society at Culinaire Headquarters, a.k.a. Hofheinz House, a historical home once owned by Judge Roy Hofheinz and built for Owen Cochran in 1912. Current owner Barbara McKnight provided a guided tour of the Houston Landmark and discussed she and her husband, Lance's, purchase and renovations of the property. These renovations included the addition of a new commercial kitchen as well as, staff headquarters.
More about the Cochran-Hofheinz House - Built by O.L. Cochran in 1912.
The Historic Society hosts a monthly program event around Houston’s historical places and Hofheinz House is the last program for their season. To learn more about the Heritage Society: The Heritage Society at Sam Houston Park 1100 Bagby Street Houston, Texas 77002 713-655-1912 www.heritagesociety.org City of Houston Landmark Designation: “Headquarters of CULINAIRE Inspired Cuisine & Events” Judge Roy Hofheinz also lived in another City of Houston Landmark, Cochran-Hofheinz House, located at 3900 Milam Street (aka 3918 Brandt Street) in the James Bute Addition. The Cochran-Hofheinz House, most likely constructed in 1912, may be the work of Russell Brown Company. The home was built for Owen L. Cochran, who was president of First National Bank, one of Houston’s largest banks. In 1956 the home was purchased by Roy M. Hofheinz from one of the Cochran heirs. With Robert “Bob” Smith, Hofheinz, who had moved his offices to the house at 3918 Brandt Street, now known as 3900 Milam, created the Houston Sports Association for the purpose of obtaining a major league baseball team in Houston. It was in the offices of Hofheinz on Brandt Street (3900 Milam) where the idea of a covered sports stadium was first discussed, which resulted in the eventual construction of the Astrodome.  April 25, 2018 - The Recipe for Success "Delicious Alchemy" Banquet, Co-Chaired by Lisa Holthouse and Gracie Cavnar with Barbara and Lance McKnight serving as Dinner Co-Chairs, gathered a select group of 100 foodies to the home of Lisa Holthouse and for a spectacular 10-course dinner dubbed "Delicious Alchemy," which raised more than $200,000 to combat childhood obesity and support healthier eating. The evening was a brilliant collaboration of star power (Brunello Cucinelli, Lisa Holthouse and Gracie Cavnar), stellar Houston chefs (see below), and a constellation of Culinaire event management and staff with service supernovas Peter Duffney and Jerome Kaiser. Also in the galaxy: James Brock, Richard Flowers, Java Pura, Rootstock Wines, Hal Brock, Felix Flores, and many others. 2018 Delicious Alchemy - Chefs: Arturo Boada (Arturo Boada Cuisine); Victor Celeste (La Table); Olivier Ciesielski (L'Olivier); Giancarlo Ferrara (Amalfi); Maurizio Ferrarese (Sud Italia); Felix Florez (Black Hill Ranch and Cherry Block); José Hernandez (Lucienne); Kevin Naderi (Roost); Hassan Obaye (Le Colonial); and Claire Smith (Canopy). The meal highlighted gourmet items from Martin Preferred Foods and freshly harvested produce from Hope Farms with wines curated by Rootstock. The evening was managed by Culinaire Inspired Cuisine & Events and was a celebration of these creative culinary masters and the culture of a shared meal. Recipe for Success - Gracie Cavnar and her husband, Bob, co-founded the nonprofit dedicated to combating childhood obesity and encouraging healthier eating.
 
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The Children’s Fund Gala
The sold out Willy Wonka and The Chocolate Factory themed event was held at Silver Street Studios on April 14, 2018. Culinaire Inspired Cuisine & Events was thrilled to create unique culinary bites supporting the retro and fun-filled theme.
Culinaire worked very closely with Chairs Kate Oshins and Whitney Russell to manage the catering budget for maximum impact and ROI. The result: a record-breaking fundraising effort for The Children's Fund.
Since 1972, The Children's Fund is a wholly volunteer organizaion that gives wings to charities that support Houston's most needy children.
When you donate, 100% of each dollar is converted into a saved life, a cured body, a full tummy, a brighter future and a healed heart. The Children’s Fund builds on Houston’s rich tradition of philanthropy by educating and encouraging its members and supporters to give in a way that significantly improves the quality of life for disadvantaged children.
The Children’s Fund charities are selected through a rigorous review process from over 80 annual requests.
Visit Children's Charity Fund to learn more or for photos of the event.
The sold out Willy Wonka and The Chocolate Factory themed event was held at Silver Street Studios on April 14, 2018. Culinaire Inspired Cuisine & Events was thrilled to create unique culinary bites supporting the retro and fun-filled theme.
Culinaire worked very closely with Chairs Kate Oshins and Whitney Russell to manage the catering budget for maximum impact and ROI. The result: a record-breaking fundraising effort for The Children's Fund.
Since 1972, The Children's Fund is a wholly volunteer organizaion that gives wings to charities that support Houston's most needy children.
When you donate, 100% of each dollar is converted into a saved life, a cured body, a full tummy, a brighter future and a healed heart. The Children’s Fund builds on Houston’s rich tradition of philanthropy by educating and encouraging its members and supporters to give in a way that significantly improves the quality of life for disadvantaged children.
The Children’s Fund charities are selected through a rigorous review process from over 80 annual requests.
Visit Children's Charity Fund to learn more or for photos of the event.
Barbara mcknight
Luxury Caterer & Founder of CULINAIRE
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