Did you miss TASTE 2016’s All in the (Nana’s) Family dinner at The Rickhouse? A few Nana’s alumni shared their favorite moments with their mentor, chef Scott Howell, in this video that premiered at the tribute dinner — which featured four courses prepared by many of Scott’s former chefs — on April 22, 2016.
For special scenes from the evening, click through our slideshow below.
Video by Meredith C. Browne, See It All Media.
Photography by Sarah Arneson.
All in the Nana’s Family
The chalk art was created by Marika Wendelken.
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Tea Cup Gin had the crowd dancing to music from Prince, Frank Sinatra and more.
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Scott and his wife, Aubrey Zinaich-Howell, laughed while watching his tribute video.
All in the Nana’s Family
Behind the scenes, chefs reunited to honor Scott with a three-course meal.
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The chefs served duck over a perfectly cooked risotto.
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Our event coordinator Grace Beason, Scott and wine purveyor Mattie Beason.
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During the video, Scott choked up a bit.
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James Beard Award-winner Ashley Christensen of restaurants Poole’s Diner, Beasley’s Chicken + Honey, Chuck’s, Fox Liquor Bar, Death & Taxes, Joule Coffee & Table and Bridge Club, credited Scott with teaching her how to find joy in cooking.
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Even Scott’s mom, Joy Crook, came for the special event.
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Scott and his stepson, Redmond.
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It was a happy reunion for these chefs.
All in the Nana’s Family
Daniel Sartain, left, of Bar Virgile created cocktails with Durham Distillery‘s gin.
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Tom Ferguson of Rise Biscuits & Donuts honored Scott with a heartfelt speech.
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Angel Quay, Kimberly Edmiston and Erin Seay-Taylor.
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Scott is buried in the middle of this giant hug.
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Councilman George Cianciolo, Cresha Cianciolo, Lori Eichel and Jim Eichel.


