Devon married the love of her life Matthew Sibley surrounded by family and friends under the starlight and encompassed by a wall of white roses. A string trio played lovely soft music as the bride was escorted down the 12 steps holding onto her daddy's arm. Earlier, Mr. McDonel told me a story about how Devon was about 4 and it was Halloween, "she never meets a stranger", he told me and he knows her so well. I am going to miss all the planning and conversations leading up to today! Her daddy was so proud of his daughter and so very excited to see this day finally get here for her. I could tell in his voice just how much love he holds for his daughter.
After exchanging vows the couple made their way inside the Mansion to be greeted in the main ballroom by all those in attendance. There were special dances and Devon and her daddy did a special dance, one which this caterer won't forget! Truly a fun loving and happy group, there were passed appetizers, bars, grits and gumbo, gourmet cocoa and coffee station and a a wonderful buffet set up in the main dining room.
Tonight's menu provided by Best Catered Events was:
Crab Mornay Cups
Southern Grits with Gulf Shrimp and Crab Gumbo
Appalachian Spinach Puffs
Stuffed New Potatoes
Shrimp and Crab Mushrooms
Mini B L T's
Chicken Cordon Bleu Pasta
Chicken and Wild Rice
Chicken Salad Croissants
Smoked Beef Brisket with freshly baked rolls and condiments
Fire Grilled Vegetables
Fresh Fruit featuring Louisiana strawberries
Blackberry Iced Tea
Carl Will of Sweet Impressions created the wedding cake and also 3 flavors of bread pudding for the groom's cakes. These cakes were so popular and raved over the entire evening.
Doug Olinde of Doug Olinde LLC, provided tables, chairs, outdoor heaters and linens and did a perfect job, just like always I might mention.' Cammie with the Old Governor's Mansion was everywhere and kept the timeline perfect. I appreciate all of your attention to detail with events at the Mansion.
Bray Danielle was the photographer and she and her assistant were everywhere! Melissa Duhe did the florals and I have one word....breathtaking, she could not in my opinion have possibly done a better job....a shout out to you Melissa!
The event was flawless, beautiful and one to remember from start to finish. What a way to end 2011.
As the evening was winding down, the little Bentley showed up out front to deliver our bride and groom to a local honeymoon suite for the night. Tomorrow they will arise bright and early, and leave for Hawaii for a week....I'm gonna miss you Devon! Stay my friend on facebook, check out the blog when you can,,, and keep on being you. Thank you so much for the confidence you showed by choosing my small catering company for the Special Day we all enjoyed so much.
