12.10.2011 Bank of Zachary Holiday Party - Zachary, LA

When Saturday, December 10 arrived, Best Catered Events was on the road again.  This time we were headed to the home of  Frank and Kathy Parker in Zachary.  Upon arrival, owner Dianne Evans immediately fell in love with this home.  So cozy, warm and comfortable, an absolute perfect place for a party. 

Frank and Kathy know how to host a party and they do it right!  When we entered we could see all the shiny ornaments hanging from all the chandeliers and vintage tablecloths already on all the tables. The house is just so inviting, with it's fireplace crackling and the antique Rock Ola jukebox playing, Bells Will Be Ringing by Charles Brown, the Best Catered Events staff members Bonnie Baxley and Brenda Kelly were humming and setting up the wonderful menu that the group had picked for their meal.

On the menu was our Chicken Cordon Bleu Pasta, sweet and sour meatballs, bacon green bean bundles, assorted finger sandwiches, crabmeat au gratin, sundried tomato, feta and pine nut torte, mini crawfish pies, fresh fruit, raspberry hazelnut torte, voodoo cheese, fire grilled vegetables, peppered pork loin, beef brisket and chocolate covered Louisiana strawberries. 

Out back there was a fire pit and folks were gathered around it, in the hall there was slow dancing to the sounds on the antique jukebox, in the dining room folks were cutting the Italian Creme, Carrot and Red Velvet cakes with the cutest serving set ever, and out front on the porch there were others visiting and talking around a pot bellied stove. 

The Bank of Zachary is very special to this owner.  I have done more weddings for the children of the members of the Bank of Zachary than any other single location in over 20 years of catering. When I go into the bank, which is not that often, I always know most of the employees and they always know me.  I hear about all the grandchildren they have and we talk about how many years ago it was that I catered their weddings. 

This bank also took a chance on a lady that worked at Zachary High School and wanted to start her own small catering business all those many years ago.  They have been very instrumental in my company's relocation back to the Baton Rouge area.  I owe alot to this team of professionals.  I appreciate them and I am so happy to be able to cater their event.

Special thanks to Frank and Kathy Parker.  I felt like I was at home, among friends and a guest.....and I was the caterer!

Robison Family Holiday Tradition 12.3.2011 - Alexandria, LA

When Tucker and Enell Robison have a get together, they plan things down to the last detail.  Their gorgeous home is always so tastefully and beautifully decorated for the holidays with help from Rick Ferguson of Rick Ferguson Flowers.

This year the home was absolutely breathtaking!  White and silver everywhere, and white lights and candles galore.  Out in the back past the pool on the "Bayou" the white deer, polar bears and other animals were moving and twinkling in the night air.  The popcorn tree in the courtyard was once again decorated for the festivities. The newest addition to the decor this year was the "snowing tree".  It was definitely a conversation piece and sprayed "snow" all night. 

Those in attendance enjoyed appetizers of "BLT minis, Apache Cheese Dip with Chips, Spinach and Cranberry Salad, Sweet and Sour Meatballs, Shrimp and Corn Soup, Raspberry Chipotle Glazed Pork Tenderloin with freshly baked rolls, Bacon and Roll Ups, Bacon Wrapped Dates, Honey Butter Dipped Almond Crusted Chicken Tenders, Caprese Salad Skewers, Fire Grilled Vegetables, Fresh Fruit with Brandied Fig and Apricot Torte with Coconut Cookies, Chocolate Mousse Cups, Fresh Fruit and Chantilly Creme Parfaits, Lemon Bars and Triple Chocolate Threat Brownies.

Out in the movie viewing area, everyone enjoyed nachos with cheese and warm cookies with cold milk shots. Later, their was live story telling and music which was the true highlight of the evening.  What a wonderful way to kick off the holidays!

This was our third year to enjoy working with Mrs. Enell for this particular event.  We look forward to creating something for 2012!  That drive to Alexandria seems short when we are going to our friend's home.

Lauren Penton and Jess Simpson, Jr. April 9, 2011 @ Greenwood Plantation

When Lauren Penton and Jess Simpson, Jr. decided to begin their new life together, they chose the beautiful Greenwood Plantation as the location for their wedding ceremony and reception.

This bride and groom had a beautiful ceremony, full of treasured moments.

Best Catered Events wishes the newlyweds a life of love and happiness.  Thank you for allowing us to share this special day with you!

Melvin and Zamora....May 28, 2011 Baton Rouge, LA

Melvin Anderson and Zamora James chose this special day for their wedding in Baton Rouge.
 Narcissus A Narcissus created a wonderful setting for the guests with eggplant and magenta. Cakes were by Gambinos Bakery and the wonderful atmosphere was provided by the many family members and friends of Melvin and Zamora in attendance.

Best Catered Events passed smoked drummettes, mini crawfish pies and Natchitoche Meat Pies.  Action stations were busy throughout the afternoon serving up chicken and sausage gumbo, Spinach and Garden Salads with all the fixings and Mashed Potatoes with all the accompaniments.  The main food tables were dressed with white floor length cloths garnished with red flowering kale, green apples, purple cabbages, and lots of glass with lime green accents.

Guests enjoyed Blackened Chicken Alfredo, Crawfish Etouffee with Rice, Crabmeat AuGratin, Spinach and Artichoke Dip, Chicken Salad Croissants, Mini Muffalettos, Deviled Eggs, BLT dip in savory cones, Smoked Beef Brisket, Turkey, Fresh Fruit with Gran Marnier Dip, Raspberry Hazelnut Torte and Raspberry Lemonade.

We so enjoyed this reception.  The guests were so complimentary, the setting beautiful and the couple wonderful to work with.

Best Catered Events wishes you both a life of Love, Happiness and Many Happy Endings!!!