Summer kicked off with David Weiner and Elizabeth Steimberg’s spectacular “Carnaval do Brasil” party at their gorgeous, lakeside Hamptons’ home.
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Revel Rouge brought French delectability to Brooklyn at 74 Wythe in the form of Le Petit Paris, an immersive, wildly fun Parisian bat mitzvah experience. Partygoers may as well have been walking down a blissful French boulevard, with delicious French cuisine by Marcey Brownstein Catering awaiting them at the “Brasserie,” “Rotisserie,” or “Le Jardin” stands, the latter brimming with lush, floral bouquets by Posy Flowers NYC. The custom set pieces, curated by famed New York window designer Jacques Vigneault, made the event transportive.
“French cuisine awaiting them at the ‘Brasserie,’ ‘Rotisserie,’ or ‘Le Jardin’ stands”
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“The main tables were no exception, with beautiful bouquets and china”
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Fountains and flowers lined the mini-Paris streets. The irresistible smell of crêpes led guests down the Rue de la Crêperie to dessert heaven. Then, on the Rue de L’Artiste, they received beautiful drawings of themselves by the renowned sketch artist Deanna First. And on the Place de Parfumerie, they made their own fragrances with the help of The Perfume Bar. We collaborate with talented artists and creators to enhance events, always bringing them to a level of remarkable depth.
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“Sumptuous lounge and bar”
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The flowers, furniture, and lights made each moment of the party burst with whites, pinks, reds. The main tables were no exception, with beautiful bouquets and china. Earlier in the evening, attendees experienced a Revel-crafted Parisian botanical garden, and later, they indulged in a French nightclub, either on the dance floor, or in the sumptuous lounge and bar. The event had spaces designed for kids and adults alike, each utterly enchanting.
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We are committed to creativity, to interactive, one-of-a-kind parties that delight the senses. In this way, Revel Rouge is advancing in the catering industry. Each Revel event is your magical world to get lost in.
National Women’s History Museum NYC dinner event planner. Curated for Cheri Kaufman and Demi Moore with co-host Kelly Steward Graham
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On a Friday evening, I walk into the Carlyle Hotel Restaurant, DOWLINGS, and meet someone whose name is being whispered all over NYC and the Hamptons, Hank Stampfl.
The event curator is good-looking and charming, besides being impeccably dressed. I always take immense pleasure in discovering and then writing about the new Beau Monde in our always exciting city.
After we order a bottle of Taittinger, I get out my trusted notebook so I can get to know Hank.
When did you arrive in NYC?
I moved to NYC in 2006 straight out of college. Celebrating 18 years this fall. I love the city more each year.
What brought you here originally?
I have a bachelor’s degree in music from Oklahoma City University. My passion from early on, growing up in Norwood, MA was to be on a Broadway Stage. I was hired by the North American touring company of “EVITA” almost immediately. While it was an incredible experience, it opened my eyes to the fact that I wanted more than theatre. I slowly transitioned into the Hospitality Industry and wound up working for Celebrity Chef, David Burke.
Eventually, I opened my own company “Revel Rouge” which has been growing steadily each year, thanks to our amazing clients and word of mouth.
What is your favorite event put on by your company in the last six months?
While it’s hard to pick one, since it’s like picking your favorite child. But I did a very imaginative one right before Christmas, at 620 Fifth Avenue, a dinner for 100 people that combined a custom holiday musical theatre show with gourmet food. We danced the night away afterward, overlooking the iconic Saks and the Rockefeller Tree.
Where do you see yourself in five years?
Still spreading love and creating theatrical events that are out of the box at an elevated level. The company has grown so much in the last five years. I get calls from clients to this day, expressing gratitude for a one-of-a-kind event I’ve created for them. This is what it’s all about, not money but the human connection to clients, chefs, waitstaff, musicians, and florists. I enjoy making people feel good about themselves. Our kindness sparks and ignites our vendors’ performance to the next level. I am lucky that it’s my job to bring joy.
Name three of your favorite destinations.
Puerto Rico where I have a lot of clients, we usually stay at the Dorado Beach Ritz Carlton Reserve. Second home basically to me and my husband in the winter. We got married there and we have an amazing relationship with the local vendors. London thrills me. I love getting lost there while strolling the streets. I look forward to doing events there. I find it incredibly inspiring. The last magical destination is Marrakesh, the home of La Mamounia. It is one of the greatest hotels in the world.
As we part ways, it starts to rain, and we promise to see each other this summer in the Hamptons.