Jeffrey’s 90th Birthday July 4th, 2015

Fabulous Foods

Jan 12, 20162 min read

EVENT RECAP:

Jeffrey’s 90th Birthday

July 4th, 2015

The Fabulous Foods Event Team is happy to share an inside peek into one of our favorite events of 2015! Keep reading to join us on our journey

in making the celebration of Jeffry’s 90th Birthday so special.

What better way to spend his special day than being

surrounded by his loving family, great friends,

fabulous food, music, entertainment & more!

Cocktail Hour

Cocktail hour is one of the most exciting parts of an event.

The guests were encouraged to move about the space and mingle while enjoying Designer Cocktails, Passed Hors D’oeuvres, Live Music Instrumentals

& a Fantastic Chilled Seafood Station.

Check Out the Menu:

Passed Hors D’oeuvres

Sesame Ahi Tuna Cones

Mango Salsa, Guacamole & Wasabi Micro Greens

Crab Cakes

Remoulade & Lemon Aioli

Chicken Sate

Coconut Soy Ginger Dipping Sauce

Asian Beef Sate

Sesame Scallion Dipping Sauce

Vegetarian Vietnamese Spring Rolls

Sesame Soy Dipping Sauce

Vegetable Samosas

Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce

Vegetarian Quiche Bites

Mushroom, Leek & Goat Cheese

Stationary Hors D’oeuvres

Chilled Seafood Display

Whole Lobsters, Jumbo Shrimp, Clams, Oysters, Sauces & Garnish

Ceviche

Calamari, Shrimp & Scallops with Avocado and Mango

Mini Lobster Rolls

Avocado & Micro Arugula

Main Reception Decor

We incorporated subtle pops of red to accent the gold, representing good luck in the Chinese culture. Our designer created a unique way to display seating arrangements, adding extra flair to the entrance of the tent. The use of flowers warms up the space, making it an inviting atmosphere to welcome the guests into for the main reception area.

Dinner Buffet

Chilean Sea Bass

Miso Glazed on Bed of Ginger Bok Choy

Roast Filet Mignon

Caramelized Onions, Mixed Wild Mushrooms & Chimichurri Pesto

Baby Tri-Color Potatoes

Chervil & Olive Oil

Grilled Summer Vegetables

Haricot Verts, Asparagus, Purple Eggplant, Peppers, Zucchini & Squash with Basil Pesto

Wild Rice Pilaf

Sweet Cranberries & Fresh Mint

Pasta Station

Porcini Ravioli

Parmesan & Sage Pesto Cream Sauce

Farfalle

Crushed San Marzano & Basil Summer Broth

Asian Pacific Rim Station

Pork Dumplings, Shrimp Wontons, Vegetable Pot Stickers & Assorted Dipping Sauces

Wok Noodles

Tossed in Sesame Ginger & Scallion Sauce

Dessert

S’mores Brownies

Chocolate Caramel Drizzle

Dessert Shots

Raspberry Crème Brulee, Chocolate Caramel Ganache, Cannoli Martini

Fresh Fruits

Sliced Pineapple, Melon, Berries, Kiwi & Mint

Miniature Ice Cream Cones

Assorted Topping Bar

Entertainment

This event progressed from a laid back vibe during cocktail hour, featuring live instrumental performances to a fun upbeat environment with a DJ and very special entertainment performances. The main reception area also featured a Photobooth station where guests were invited to take photos with a large selection of custom props, the photos were then framed and given as a party favor. What a fabulous keepsake!