Catering Chronicles – Food for Thought

Casa Romantica is probably one of the most beautiful coastal venues in Southern California. Spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean and San Clemente Pier.  Here are a few sweet photos from Natalie and Colin’s wedding last month at The Casa. I LOVE all of the colors and playfulness. You can see more of this stylish wedding on Brent VanAuken Photography’s Blog. We wish Natalie and Colin a lifetime of love and happiness!

I LOVE this color combination put together by French Buckets and Wildflower Linen. Bright, bold and screaming for attention. So nice to see an alternative to soft pastels and vintage. PLUS the diva in me really enjoys a little glitz and sparkle. No one bejewels a chair quite like Wildflower…

Our friends at Vibiana, the perfect venue for a Royal Wedding, asked us what we would serve at The Royal Celebration. Check out our full menu and photos here.

Here are a few of the items on our Royal Menu

Crostini with Stilton and Chutney

Tiny Roast Beef Sandwiches

Shots of English Ale

Tiny Bread Pudding

Well it appears that there is still a love affair with Dessert Tables. However, the consensus is they are changing. Here are a few of my favorites from the past year. Each one different, embracing the clients style, taste, and personality.

Rustic and vintage, yet surprisingly chic. This sweet table was set at a ranch where burlap, old cupcake tins, and heirloom pieces were used. Sweets included: cheesecake bites, French macarons, chocolate lollicakes, blueberries, Bavarian filled cupcakes, and a sweet vintage cake for the bride and groom to cut.

Set in the most glamorous and grand Vibiana, this dessert table was for a family whose Italian heritage ran deep.  Set on a table with rich linens and adorned with iron pieces, traditional family favorites were served. These included; mini tiramisu shooters, cappuccino cream puffs, chocolate dipped strawberries, snowball cookies, mini cannoli, and biscotti prepared with Grandma’s recipe.

Let the Fiesta begin. This table set at Serra Plaza, on antique boxes and a vintage harvest table from Found, has so much color and personality. The use of red glass and iron spoons added to the old world feel. Traditional Latin favorites were served in smaller sizes. These included; fruit empanadas with a Grand Marnier Cream sauce, tres leches, creme caramel, decadent gourmet brownies, chocolate dipped and pistachio covered strawberries, and Mexican wedding cookies.

A soft and sweet vintage Dessert Table set at Bella Collina. All white linens and risers were used to display family heirlooms. The mini treats were all iced and dipped in white or old rose to keep with the vintage theme. The sweets included; Bavarian filled vanilla cupcakes dusted with coconut and topped with vintage roses, cheesecake bites, and lollicakes. A tall stacked cake was presented for the bride and groom to cut.

I LOVE a home wedding. There is something about inviting guests into your home to celebrate a special occasion. This was a lovely wedding at a private residence with the most amazing garden. Sussanna at French Buckets adorned the iron gazebo with ribbon, twigs, and flowers. The tables were then set with vignettes of antique silver pieces filled with flowers. I am in love with this idea. So much more personality than a single centerpiece. A special touch I always notice on Sussanna’s bouquets is the antique fabric rucheing and a personal family touch. This one holds a family heirloom Cameo. So sweet. I always enjoy working with Sussanna at French Buckets. Her out-of-the-box creativity always amazes me.