The tradition of holding its Fall Affair at the historic Commander’s Palace continued when the Garden District Association gathered members on Sept. 28 for this annual fête.
The Autumn Harvest cocktail, a blend of Apricot brandy, ginger beer and fresh lime, was a welcome refreshment upon arrival at the party, followed by a three-course dinner prepared by Chef Meg Bickford: blue crab and butternut squash bisque, cochon du lait osso bucco, and salted brown butter corn cake. All were paired with fine wines.
Joe Simon Jazz brought musical flair to the evening.
Michele Reynoir, Ann and Jim Geary were the event co-chairs of this event, which according to the organization, had the largest crowd in its history.
Fun Fact: The GDA launched “New Orleans Garden District: Profiles In Preservation” in December. The book serves as a comprehensive visual and historical record of this neighborhood that was able to maintain its collective architectural significance; it is a National Historic Landmark District. More than 100 homes are featured with their narratives by noted historians and illustrated with new and old photos. The book is available via the organization’s website, David Spielman Gallery or in bookstores.
