July Weddings at Highgrove

This was a busy weekend at Highgrove, with two weddings-- but what a perfect few days of weather! Our couple on Friday, Julie and Ben, were married at St. Michael's, but enjoyed a fabulous reception at Highgrove. The grounds and ballroom were decorated with festive hot pink and black and white-- perfect complimentary colors to our blooming gardens! Guests dined on Fried Green Tomatoes and Bruschetta for cocktail hour before heading into the ballroom for the party. A buffet dinner was served, including Caesar salads, our famous Pecan Crusted Bourbon Chicken, Roasted Pork Loin, Risotto with Leeks, and Green Beans Almondine. The bride and groom sent all their guests off with individualized bottles of wine and pencils (the bride was a teacher!). Such a perfect day for such a sweet couple!

Saturday's couple, Jessica and Kevin, were married in our garden pergola area. Cocktails were served on the patio while guests dined on Pulled Pork Sliders and Fried Green Tomatoes (popular choice this weekend!). Dinner included our famous Pecan Crusted Bourbon Chicken, Smoked Beef Brisket with Texas Sauce, Roasted Rosemary Potatoes, and Seasonal Vegetables. I was so busy working that I didn't get a chance to get any pictures-- except for the cake!

July 9 Wedding at Highgrove

Another hot, but dry day for a beautiful summer wedding! Carmen and Tim were married under the pergola in a sweet ceremony that honored those with them and loved ones who are now gone. The bridemaids and groomsmen looked snazzy in their purple and black polka-dotted attire which helped bring some fun color to the marriage ceremony. Guests enjoyed quite a selection of hors d' oureves on the patio that included Cheddar Biscuits with Ham, Crab Cakes, Sesame Chicken Skewers, and Shrimp Stuffed Mushrooms. Another special treat for guests was the red wine and fruit Sangria. Along with the theme of a fun party-like atmosphere, the bride and groom chose a stations menu for dinner. Guests were invited to mingle and try the foods at three different stations in the ballroom and house. The Crepe station included savory Chicken Volute and Seafood Bisque filled crepes and then switched over to a delicious dessert crepe with Almond Cream and Raspberry and Blueberry fillings. The carving station included Beef Tenderloin carved to order along with Rosemary Potatoes. The salad station included a variety of salads like our Classic Caesar with homemade croutons, our Greek salad and our Spring Spinach salad-- all with our homemade dressings! Grilled marinated chicken and assorted rolls also complimented that station. It was a wonderful evening for a sweet couple! Linens: CE Rental, Flowers: Friend of the family, DJ: DJ Anything Music, Cake: Dancing Chocolatier, Officiant: Barbara Lodge.

July 2 Wedding at Highgrove

The first wedding of July was a hot one... but it was a beautiful day with tons of special personalized touches! Elizabeth and Justin love to travel and they love Italy- and they wanted to make sure those two things were incorporated into their wedding day. Guests were first greeted with a picture perfect display on our wood farm table of antique globes, maps of Italy, luggage, and other decorations. They were then seated under the pergola for an outdoor ceremony, complete with lavish floral decorations. Cocktail hour on the outside patio featured Fresh Fruit cosmos, Prosciutto Bruschetta, and homemade Parmesan Cheese Straws served in vintage cigar boxes. Dinner was served in our ballroom where the tables were covered in Satin Lilac linens, amazing vintage inspired floral centerpieces, and antique Italian postcards (which served as table numbers). Family Style inspired dinner was complete with Caesar Salad, Field Greens with Walnuts and Grapes, Salmon with Tropical Salsa, Beef Tenderloin, Truffle Risotto, and Baby Carrots and Snow Peas-- it was a dinner to remember! Another special highlight was Leon the Artist, who drew caricatures for guests throughout the night-- a fun alternative to favors. Guests also enjoyed red velvet cake and were treated to cupcake favors as they left for the night. The bride and groom made their way off to Italy (of course) for their honeymoon! Linens: CE Rentals, Flowers: Flowers on Broad St., DJ: Joe Bunn DJs, Cake and Cupcakes: Cupcake Shoppe, Artist: Leon the Artist, Photographer: Katie Cook.