Lobster, Steak and Cake!
July 2nd, 2008 @ 3:56 pm by Mrs. Onion
First, let me say I’m sorry for taking so long to finish my wedding recap. Now that I think of it, I realize I never finished my honeymoon recap either. Still a few good posts in this old bee, but this is my busiest season at work and I’ve been swamped. So, now back to our regularly scheduled re-cap!
Mmm…three of my favorite things! After the toasts, the sun began to set and our guests enjoyed their meal.
(we took over the second floor for the evening)
We arranged with the restaurant to offer four menu choices. This was one of the perks of hosting the reception at a restaurant — they do this every day and were more accommodating about choices.
Sautéed Statler Chicken Breast
Mushroom Trio, Prosciutto, Green Olives, Sherry, Herbed Mashed Potatoes and Grilled Asparagus
Grilled Beef Tenderloin
Lobster Béarnaise Sauce, Roasted Ratatouille and Saffron Mashed Potatoes
Exotic Mushroom Ragout
Served over Crisp Mascarpone Polenta Cake and Sautéed Spinach
Paella
Lobster, Shrimp, Mussels, Chicken, Chorizo, Bell Peppers, Peas & Rice with a Tapenade Aioli
I don’t have pictures of the other two dishes, but our guests really enjoyed all the options. I had the steak with lobster claw — mmm. I didn’t finish only because I was leaving room for what came next.
People ate…(wasn’t the glow of the candles and low light lovely?)
They laughed…
They enjoyed each other’s company…
They checked their email?!
After dinner it was time to cut our beautiful wedding cake.
This is something that we didn’t think about in advance and is much harder than we thought! I made sure the servers had a plate, two forks and a knife waiting for us; there was no fondant to cut through (it was smooth yummy butter cream) and STILL it was a challenge.
I took the lead here and cut a really small, sad little piece, but with everyone watching I didn’t think I’d try again.
But we got enough to share a bite and a sweet kiss.
Then Mr. Onion thought that his job was done and he made off with the cake and left me holding an empty fork! Everyone died laughing, including me….I guess he didn’t know how this was supposed to play out! At lease he didn’t smash it in my face (we were very clear about this prior to the cake cutting - NO CAKE IN THE FACE)!
Up next…a trip to Ben & Jerry’s and see Mrs. Onion’s “What, no coffee heath bar crunch?!?!” face!
Photos: Daria Bishop Photography
All flowers: Fresh Floral Design Studio
My Dress: Romona Keveza from Mark Ingram’s Bridal Atelier
Mr. Onion’s suit: Alan David Custom
Wedding Cake: Mirabelles Cafe
Marzipan Pears: Marzipanworld.com
Reception: Adrianas Restaurant (sadly they closed a few months after our wedding).
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7 Responses to “Lobster, Steak and Cake!”
I am so excited about having a restaurant reception! I love not having to ask people what want to eat months in advance 
I cut a really small piece, too, Mrs. Onion! My husband kept whispering, “Why are you cutting that so small?!” He ended up having that first bite PLUS another piece of cake, so his worries were soon calmed! His worried whispers still make me laugh when I look at our cake cutting pictures
Aw.. wait does this mean you’re going to retire from WB soon?!
How beautiful! I’m having a restaurant reception as well and am a little worried that there won’t be an on-site coordinator and that the waitstaff won’t know how to operate in the reception environment. Do you have any advice for me? What worked and what didn’t? Any info would be greatly appreciated!
Miss GB — I’m sure you’ll have a beautiful reception — can’t wait to see it unfold.
GL — so glad I wasn’t the only one!
bearbride — Not yet…don’t worry.
Pam — The manager of the restaurant was pretty on top of things — I communicated with her throughout the process and when I got there I stopped in the day before to set up the DVD player for the slideshow (and make sure it worked) and set up the iPod (again, making sure it worked). I then met the waitress who was going to be in charge of the reception and she was great. Whenever possible put your plan in writing and talk it over before hand so there are no big questions.
Miss Onion, NYC/Burlington, VT
Age and Occupation: 26, PR & Marketing and Jazz Singer
Fiance's Age and Occupation: 27, Data Analyst
Engagement Date: April 2, 2006
Wedding Date: September 2007
Blogging Since: July 11, 2007
Venue: Restaurant in Burlington
About Me: I didn't think I'd be "that girl," but I am having so much fun planning our wedding (mostly by myself). I'm a PR and Marketing Director for a major jazz festival and camp by day, and by night, a romantic jazz singer and bride-to-be! I hope all my research can help other brides in their planning.
Oh wow, you’re making me WAY hungry. Lobster tail? mmmm…. Cake? Mmmm…. Coffee heath bar crunch? MMMM!!!!