The Big Easy Just Got Easier for Women
Naughty but nice. World-famous cuisine, culture, and cocktails. Time out for the best friends, sisters, mothers, and daughters. FestiGals in New Orleans. What every woman wants in one of the premier travel destinations on the planet.
It’s a time for sharing. A time for Adventure. A time for YOU!
FestiGals, New Orleans’ newest party – with a purpose. For women, by women. A unique and intimate experience that every woman deserves. Come join us and discover your inner DIVA!
Rhonda Shear
2013 Featured FestiGal
Described by Forbes Magazine as the “Queen of Reinvention”, New Orleans Native, Hollywood actress, entrepreneur and intimate wear designer Rhonda Shear comes home to headline this year’s FestiGals.
New This Year…
Thursday Power Presentation & Reception with Amilya Antonetti
An entrepreneur, investor, successful businesswoman and Mom, Amilya will share her “Recipe” for success and balance.
The Right Ingredients…The Right Tools…and Easy to Follow Directions for Leaders and Teams. Whether you’re a Mom or a CEO, this is an absolute must for the multi-tasking women out there!
Tory McPhail, this year’s Celebrity Chef, is a prince of a guy and king of his kitchen in world-famous Commander’s Palace.
A James Beard “Rising Star” Chef and now winner of the Best Chef South award, McPhail was named as one of Saveur magazine’s inaugural “Tastemaker Chefs” in 2012. McPhail was recently honored with the 16th Annual Lafcadio Hearn Award for his significant culinary contributions to Louisiana and the world. He was also awarded the winner of the Great American Seafood Cook-Off in 2009 as well as co-authored Commander’s Wild Side with Martin, a collection of recipes taken from the legendary restaurant’s kitchen. McPhail has served on the Nutrition Advisory Board for Cooking Light magazine and has been a spokesperson for Wild American Shrimp and McCormick’s Old Bay seasoning. Join Chef Tory for a delightful presentation and three-course lunch. You’ll be charmed!
Want to SEE what happened last year? Click below to view photos and a video depicting FestiGals 2012. You won’t believe how much fun we had!
Watch the FestiGals 2012 video!
Watch slide shows from FestiGals 2012!











