Belle Fete had the privilege to be a part of an amazing winter wedding on the first Saturday of the New Year. While there was a snowstorm outside, from the warmth of Longreach Hall at the Maine Maritime Museum, it looked like a winter wonderland.
The bride’s family wanted the reception to be as gracious, relaxed and fun as if they were having the guests to their home. They wanted delicious comfort food served family style with something to please every palette.
The ceremony took place at the family’s church in Phippsburg and guests then made their way to the museum for an afternoon reception. As guests entered Longreach Hall, there was a beautiful memory board that the bride’s sister put together showing old family photos of the bride and groom.
We created a beautiful crudite display with an assortment of cheese and crackers for guests to nibble on while the bridal party was having their pictures taken.
The wedding colors were navy blue and white and the brides sister made all of the centerpieces as well as creating the overall look and feel of the event.
As guests took their seats they were presented with bowls of homemade tomato soup with a sour cream monogrammed S to represent the couple’s married name.
The family style mealconsisted of haddock risotto cakes with a dill creme sauce, chicken with white wine and fresh herbs en croute and roasted root vegetables.
The bride and groom and their families were so incredibly gracious and kind. It was a truly magical event!