I'll be honest, pulling off a dinner for my team in 125 hours was no easy task, but the end result, I was very proud of.
The biggest challenge was deciding on a menu. With the holidays around the corner, I chose to avoid turkey and ham-At all cost! Instead, we opted for roasted chicken with vegetable stuffing, cranberry sauce with whole berries and orange zest, baked macaroni, sweet potatoes and vegetables. I lucked out on the caterer for the night-my sister (who is pursuing her passion in the catering world) eagerly volunteered to cook-MAJOR RELIEF. For the spring roll, coconut shrimp and meatball hor d'oeuvres, I enlisted the help of Andreottis' Vienesse Cafe in Cherry Hill, NJ. Desserts-brownies, cupcakes, miniature cherry cheesecake and cherry ganaches were complimented with cranberry Bellini's and completed the festive feel of the night.
For decor, I turned to my new favorite store Christmas Tree Shops. The gorgeous table centerpiece (complete with orchids, an apple and a christmas tree bulb) was compliments of my favorite florist Denise Herker of Leigh Florist
Place setting
Dinner (Sweet potato with marshmallow, macaroni, chicken, cranberries and veggies)
Godiva Truffle favor (these have been discontinued by the way), orchid and star ornament placecard holder
Floral Centerpiece
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It was a real honor to me to be able to provide my staff with a home-cooked meal to say thank you. I truly believe I have the best team in the business, hearing from guests at almost EVERY wedding how wonderful my staff is is a testament to just how hard my team works in helping to make dreams come true.
Denise of Leigh Florist and Nanette
My assistant Nanette, Myself and the infamous Malakiea
Thank you ladies and here's to another season of laughter, love and POSH Events!
