You are in excellent hands. Our over 36 years of experience gives us insight and understanding into the demands of our corporate clients. We understand the  importance of branded events and signature parties. Getting your message across is our priority with originality and creativity that represents you. We speak your language. We deliver on our promises.

Whether it’s a meeting, employee function, client cultivation, or something completely unexpected, let Ric Testani be your event planner and transform any function into a show that’s as unique and original as your brand name.

Who needs an excuse to go outdoors? We love to pack up and head outside. Whether it's a company picnic, team building effort, barbecue, beach party or just a summer lunch with family, we'll provide the perfect outdoor menu.

And we won't stop there.  Our event team is ready to coordinate the entertainment, decor, transportation and more.  Consider an outdoor carnival for a birthday party or Bar-Mitzvah.  Plan an elegant tented dinner for a wedding or engagement party.  A natural setting always brings something extra.

Artistic Director & Owner, Ric Testani
Team Members

Prior to moving to the Jackson area Mr. Ric Testani has been raised in the personal service business, and on his own for more than 40 years providing superior personal services. Serving 33 years to the Hollywood/Fort Lauderdale communities of Broward County Florida.

As the two year President of The Estates of Fort Lauderdale Community Club, Ric has experienced being the Social Director for a 700 family Country Club. Ric also served eight years with The Broward County Regional Health Services Planning Council, as the Community Outreach Specialist, planning public community events. He was also the Owner and Founder of the world’s first 32,000 square foot department Store of Fashion and Beauty.

His worldly experiences came from the opportunity to travel with such celebrity recording artist such as Evelyn Thomas “High Energy National & International Tour” as her Image Designer. Providing superior personal service and making each person feel as if they are the only one in existence has been a life time achievement.

Having the opportunity to restore and preserve one of Jackson’s oldest most prominent historical mansions for everyone in the area to enjoy and create very special memories for years to come, as well as preserving some history for the City of Jackson, Tennessee. The legacy of Oakslea Place and Viola’s Restaurants shall live on as being the number one wedding venue and fine dining spot to many celebrities.

Specializing in indoor and outdoor southern elegance. Ric received the 2007 Mayors Civic Pride Award in recognition of outstanding contributions to the enrichment of Jackson. In 2008, Ric and Oakslea was featured in The Treasures of Tennessee.

After achieving much success in the West Tennessee area Ric has chosen to relocate to
his south Florida roots. He has joined Mr. John Zynko of Exceptional Caterers where he serves as the events coordinator. Incorporating the incredible menus of Oakslea Place and Viola’s with Exceptional Caterers' menu makes one of the largest menus to choose from in South Florida.

Exceptional Caterers has been serving South Florida for 39 years with exceptional service. Now with the addition of Ric Testani and Oakslea, together they will be serving from Palm Beach to the Florida Keys.