Summer Wedding at The Woodend Sanctuary

It was a beautiful summer day for a wedding with 170 guests at The Woodend Sanctuary in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Cocktail hour had a sweet start with two specialty cocktails, Berry Mojitos and Lemon Bellini with lemon sorbet. The decor … Read more

September 16, 2014 | | | | |

Colorful Cuisine ~ Using Accent Colors

When selecting an event color three things to consider are season, location and most importantly what inspires you. Once you’re set on colors, find unique places to incorporate shades throughout the event. A color can be carried through the invitation, … Read more

September 11, 2014 | |

Sweet Cocktail ~ Berry Mojito

As the sun sets on a sweltering summer day it’s time to enjoy a classic Cuban cocktail. May we present the Berry Mojito made with berry infused rum, limes, mint syrup, sparkling water and fresh berries. It’s styled with a … Read more

August 26, 2014 | | |

Vibrant Dual Entreé & Chocolate Soufflé

Having trouble selecting one entreé? Serve both! For this dinner guests enjoyed a duel entrée of Mushroom Crusted Beef Tenderloin with port syrup and Dijon Herb Crusted Double Cut Lamb Chop with mint lamb jus. Accompaniments included Spring Pea Risotto, … Read more

August 20, 2014 | |

Mini Chocolate Chip Pancakes

Every sweet tooth and chocolate lover alike will devour these Mini Chocolate Chip Pancakes. It’s a mighty bite of heaven served on a tiny wooden ladle with a dab of whipped cream and fudge. For more yummy flapjack flavors try lemon ricotta, blueberry or maple … Read more

August 15, 2014 | |

Chic New Hors D’oeuvres

An hors d’oeuvre is like the very first chapter of a great novel. It hits your palate like a New York Times bestseller, peaking your interests and leaving you wondering what is coming.       Read more

Sea Bass Ceviche Hors D’oeuvre

With a mouthwatering twist on the traditional South American ceviche, our chefs have created Sea Bass Ceviche with Mango Pineapple to top crisp sweet Potato Hay. A perfect party hors d’oeuvres that can be served on flat bottom spoons and hand … Read more

July 24, 2014 | |

Hors D’oeuvre ~ Roasted Veggie Tacos

A new hors d’oeuvre that is both delicious and vegetarian is the Roasted Veggie Tacos. Not lacking in novelty or taste, this tiny taco is filled with corn, zucchini, summer squash, cherry tomatoes, red onion, avocado and topped with cilantro and … Read more

July 21, 2014 | |

Unveiling Each Course ~ Tsar Salmon & Petrossian Caviar

Food is more than substance. It’s a beautifully crafted work of art. As we present each course at an event, we like to think of it as unveiling a masterpiece. The key is a perfect blend of color and flavor. … Read more

July 17, 2014 | |

Cool Down with Ice Cream Sandwiches

What better way to cool down this hot summer than with mini ice cream sandwiches! A perfect match of chewy soft cookies and delightful ice cream. It is with good conscience when we say that whomever invented the ice cream … Read more

July 14, 2014 | | |