Kingsley Pines in Raymond was the perfect setting for this Bride and Groom. They wanted a fun, and relaxed atmosphere that was elegant and modern at the same time. The couple wanted to give their friends and family an experience unlike any they have ever had before. The evening started off with the couple exchanging beautifully funny and touching vows in front of the lake. While the bridal party was off having their pictures taken, guests made their way up to the lodge for the cocktail hour.
To mark the end of the cocktail hour and incorporate a family tradition, the bride’s family started off on a round of a traditional German drinking song and a Proste! to announce that guests should proceed to dinner.
Dinner was set in another location on the campus. The dining hall sits directly in the water so the view is incredible. In order to keep the party going the B & G decided to not have a traditional plated meal or buffet but rather have an all appetizer reception. Guests were free to sit where they choose. Some guests gathered on the dock, others on picnic tables while some guests sat in the dining hall.
Dancing took place in the barn. The Bob Charest Band was amazing and everyone danced the night away.
The evenings menu:
Cocktail Hour
Maine Blueberries and Cream Cheese en Croute
Cajun Seared Scallops with Roasted Red Pepper Aioli
Chilled Gazpacho with Creme Fraiche served in cucumber cups
Dinner Hour
Seared Tenderloin on Crostini with Horseradish Creme and Fried Leeks
Basil Sundried Tomato Stuffed Mushrooms
Mini Haddock Risotto Cakes with Honey Dill Creme Sauce
A Trio of Passed Sliders – Classic Cheeseburgers with carmelized onions, Pulled Pork and Salmon Cakes with a honey glaze and garlic oil
Charcouterie Display
The Brides favorite sausages made right in Lisbon. Assorted artisan cheeses, mustards, grapes and homemade pepper jelly
Dirty Rice with Chorizo
Salad Display
Spinach Salad with strawberries, goat cheese and balsamic vinaigrette; Tortolini Salad; Chickpea salad with fresh lemon, cumin and mint and Quinoah with braised chicken and feta
Dessert
Dessert Display
The father of the bride gave us her favorite ginger snap cookie recipe to prepare and they were delicious!!! Hand rolled calebaut chocolate truffles, German spice cookies, Raspberry and Apricot Shortbread Jam cookies, Hand Dipped chocolate strawberries.