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2011 STERLING VINEYARDS
BE THE ULTIMATE HOSTESS CHALLENGE

Sterling Vineyards was on the search to find the host who could tackle any occasion with ease while maintaining a flair for creativity. Four finalists competed in a grand finale event in New York City where Julie was named Sterling Ultimate Host.

Pictures courtesy of Julie Hession


 
Julie and Padma Lakshmi,
who was one of the judges
A Sterling-themed Christmas tree,
complete with homemade wine cork ornaments
 
   
All of the contestants: Julie, Josh Ives
(Elinor's husband!), Nikki Grant, and Lorin Cook.
Everyone did a fantastic job with their space!
Right after the big announcement!
   
Julie's dessert bar Julie's homemade sugar cookies, some of
which were decorated like the Sterling wine bottle!
   
Julie in her "Apres-Ski at Mount
Sterling" party space
A custom made ski bunny
photo-opp for guests!
   
Partial view of the party A poem that Julie wrote for guests
to read before entering her party
   
 
Padma sampling a homemade peppermint
marshmallow from the "Build Your Own
S'mores" bar!