Highgrove: October Highgrove Weddings

Our Saturday wedding this past weekend turned out so perfect... even though the weather forecast was not so perfect. Hurricane Sandy was passing by on the coast, but even though rain was predicted all day, we didn't have a drop out at Highgrove-- we were so thankful!
Jaclyn and Patrick put together a beautiful event for their guests, beginning was a welcome table of Hot Apple Cider on the front porch as their guests arrived. Everyone then made their way outside to the ceremony, where the wind was fierce, but the lovely Pashmina shawls that the bride provided for her female guests kept all warm. The ceremony was overlooking the lake and colorful fall trees-- Jaclyn looked beautiful in her Princess style dress! Cocktail hour was held on the upper patio where guests were treated to our Crab Cakes with Aioli, Beef Tenderloin Bruschetta, and Coconut Shrimp with Pepper Sauce. There was a photo booth inside the house during cocktail hour where guests could take a fun picture to add to the guest book.
The parents of the bride welcomed everyone to the reception and toasted the bride and groom before dinner began. Dinner was served buffet style and featured our Fall Spinach Salad with berries and walnuts, and then our Braised Short Ribs with Cheese Grit Cakes, Pecan Crusted Bourbon Chicken, Creamy Garlic Roasted Mashed Potatoes, and Green Beans Almondine. Wine service was poured with dinner as well so guests could stay seated while they ate-- a nice touch! Following dinner the band began playing and kept the crowd dancing before dessert. Following the cake cutting, our famous Krispy Kreme Flambe Donut Station opened, complete with our Homemade Maple Ice Cream and Himalayan Pink Sea Salt-- always a hit with the guests! Sparklers saw the couple off at the end of the night into the amazing antique getaway car. What a great way to end a month of fabulous weddings at Highgrove! Food and Drink: Highgrove, Linens: CE Rentals, Flowers: Flueressence, Band: The Shakedown, Cake: Sweet Memories