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Terrence Gallivan

Nov. 06, 2019

Chef/Owner, The Pass and Provisions For more than a decade, Chef Terrence Gallivan has been quietly practicing inspired cooking. The New England Culinary Institute grad--who discovered his passion working at a bistro in his hometown of Fredericksburg, Virginia--went on to man the stoves at NYC's Charlie Palmer's Aureole, The Modern, Gordon Ramsey at the London Hotel and Fiamma. In spring 2008, he took over as executive chef at August, before (ironically) spending the month of August in Houston…

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Beyoncé Knowles

Nov. 06, 2019

Growing up in Houston was fun. We always had a huge backyard to play in. My mom allowed my friends to come over all the time; it was like a continuous slumber party at our house. I spent my summers going to AstroWorld, SplashTown, Ms. Darlett's dance class & showcases. I had a great childhood in Houston! When I come home to Houston, I go straight to my mom’s house to eat some home cooked food. I love to go to my church St. John's on West Gray and go up to my management company Music World…

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Bela Karolyi

Nov. 06, 2019

World-Renowned Gymnastics Coach Growing up outside the U.S., it was always a childhood dream to live in Texas. As a boy, I remember hearing stories about cowboys, Texas Prairies and the Indians. That lifestyle had a great impact on kids like me from the former Eastern Bloc countries. I always had imaginary dreams about Texas. When I defected in the early '80s, I knew I wanted to settle in Texas—in Houston. There was no other part of the country in my mind. I have a lot of friends who live in…

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Barbara Davis

Nov. 06, 2019

Owner, Barbara Davis Gallery West Coast transplant Barbara Davis has helped shape Houston's contemporary art scene since the early '80s, when she opened her internationally-recognized Barbara Davis Gallery. In addition to helping launch the careers of talents like Julie Mehretu and Mie Olise, Davis has challenged a generation of art collectors-both seasoned and aspiring-to see the beauty and value in works by rising-star artists. She has helped draw cutting-edge exhibitions such as Leipzig…

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Antoine Ware

Nov. 06, 2019

Executive Chef, The Hay Merchant Antoine Ware grew up in the hardscrabble Ninth Ward of New Orleans, where he began his career as a cook in Brennan's restaurants. He learned the art of classic Creole cuisine at some of that city's most celebrated restaurants and gradually moved up the ranks. After Hurricane Katrina ravaged the Gulf Coast in 2005, Ware moved to Houston where he joined another former Brennan's chef, Chris Shepherd, in his kitchen at Catalan. When Shepherd partnered with bar owner…

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Asli Omar

Nov. 06, 2019

Vocalist, The Tontons She's been called a "vocal vixen," but what strikes you first about Asli Omar is her confident yet carefree attitude--and her runway-worthy style. Then there's that sultry voice. As lead singer of the Tontons, Omar has helped make the indie rock group one of Houston's most popular musical exports. Omar studied painting in college at the Savannah College of Art and Design, playing gigs back home in Houston now and then with the band she helped launch at 18. She spent a…

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George Foreman

Nov. 06, 2019

Houston's home. Just like a homing pigeon, no matter how far I go, nature always pulls me back. The city's best kept secret is that it's the home of great food. My favorite places to eat are Pappadeaux, Ruth's Chris and, of course, Vic & Anthony's. Houston is a BIG city, and because it's so big, the opportunities are unlimited. There's something for everyone. It doesn't matter who you are or where you're from. If I had one wish for Houston, I hope it never changes. Click here to watch One Day in…

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Todd Waite

Nov. 06, 2019

Company Artist, Alley Theatre With more than a decade under his belt at the Alley Theatre, Canada-born actor Todd Waite has appeared in more than 60 productions including four Christmas seasons of the one-man show: The Santaland Diaries . Previously, he spent six seasons with the renowned Shaw Festival, played Enjolras in the Canadian premiere of Les Miserables , and guest-starred on all major U.S. and Canadian networks. Some of his awards include the Critic's Choice Award for Intimate Exchanges…

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GONZO247

Nov. 06, 2019

Graffiti Artist Graffiti artist GONZO247 started imparting his spray paint-based street art on the Houston scene more than 25 years ago. Since then, the self-taught artist has owned and operated Aerosol Warfare Gallery/Studio, established a Houston Wall Of Fame (the city's first art production of its kind), worked with top brands like Red Bull, Converse, Scion and Hennessy on urban-inspired advertising campaigns, and produced videos documenting street art. In addition to his mural, studio and…

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Janet Hobby

Nov. 06, 2019

Partner, MKG Art Management It was marriage that brought Janet Hobby to Houston. Here the Fort Worth-native and University of Texas graduate quickly fell in love with a city that embraced her. Entrepreneurial minded, she launched the video fashion website Virtual Runway and sold it to a Los Angeles company in 2003. Hobby and her husband began collecting art early in their marriage and that prompted her to focus on the arts in her nonprofit work with organizations such as the Menil and theHobby…

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