“House of Hennessey, Flaunt Your Style” Party

By Paula D. Londow A recent “House of Hennessey, Flaunt Your Style” party was a special occasion to remember for its great ambiance, an impressive Oakland mansion with a panoramic view, an abundance of the Bay Area’s “cream of the crop” and Hennessey-inspired cuisine by Chef Brian of Bravo’s “Top Chef” fame. The fall evening, Oct. 24, was a perfect backdrop for an event that made everyone forget, if only momentarily, the ills of the world.  Mojitos, Sidecars and Fly Girls, all made with Hennessey, were a few of the scrumptious cocktails that kept the guests standing in line for refills. Chef Brian’s celebrated skills were evident in his original cuisine, enhanced by Hennessey, and presented in the form of “Original Fried Shrimp with Hennessey inspired BBQ Sauce”, “Salmon Croquettes on Homemade Flour Tortillas with Chef Brian’s Original Divine Hennessey inspired Seafood Sauce”, “Mini 2oz Cheeseburgers” and his “Original Black Bean, Tomato and Corn Relish.” On the walls was an exhibition of photo installation art by Oakland artist and photographer Keba Konte. Prominently displayed was his memorable interpretation of an album cover of Sly Stone. The evening’s guests –including Golden State Warriors, Al Harrington, Kelenna Azubuike, Andris Biedrins, Corey Magette, Stephen Jackson and Monta Ellis – danced to the sounds of the Bay Area’s DJ Juice and NYC’s DJ Kiss.