Alissa and Dan – Green Gates at Flowing Lake

Adina Preston Photography | Green Gates at Flowing Lake | Twelve Baskets Catering

Dan and Alissa were married on a warm September day at Green Gates at Flowing Lake in Snohomish. So many sweet touches at this wedding (which Adina Preston captured beautifully!), but one of my favorite parts was their inclusion of a  “family table” instead of the traditional sweetheart table, to be able to include a daughter. So sweet! Also, fun to note, this wedding was pretty much entirely gluten free besides the rolls. Even the wedding cake! Also, don’t you just love the color theme? The muted grays and blues are so gorgeous.

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Allison and David – Trinity Tree Farm Wedding

Trinity Tree Farm | Vail Studio | Twelve Baskets Catering

Allison and David had a gorgeous day for their wedding at Trinity Tree Farm. And the couple put together some beautiful decor elements that made such a huge impact on the atmosphere of the celebration, including the florals and centerpieces! The bride also made 1000 tiny folded paper cranes as one of the sweet traditions they included in their wedding day. Check out these beautiful photos from the talented Vail Studio!

Menu:

Stationary Hors d’Oeuvres:

Mini Fresh Fruit Kabobs
bites of cantaloupe, pineapple, strawberries and grapes
Meatballs
served with teriyaki sauce
Stuffed Mushrooms
sun-dried tomato pesto with creamed goat cheese

Dinner:

Grilled Rosemary Chicken Breast
chicken breast marinated in white wine and fresh herbs, served with a fine herb & white wine sauce

Grilled Flank Steak 
fresh steaks marinated in red wine, garlic and spices, then seared over an open flame and served with our tri-peppercorn & sherry sauce

Stuffed Wild Rice and Vegetable Bell Pepper 
stuffed with wild & brown rice, diced seasonal vegetables, and a creamy coconut sauce

Herb Roasted Fingerling Potatoes
roasted with extra virgin olive oil, salt, pepper and herbs

Brown Butter Broccolini
steamed and tossed with brown butter

Huckleberry Mixed Field Greens
fresh mixed field greens with huckleberries, goat cheese, toasted hazelnuts tossed with a light huckleberry vinaigrette

Fresh Baked Assorted Rolls
served with butter

Dessert Buffet

Oreo Dream Triangles
six layers of white and dark chocolate, loaded with Oreo cookie pieces
Brownie Bites
a blend of bittersweet chocolate chunks, chips and Hershey’s kisses
Meyer Lemon Bites
with a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth crust
Sweet & Salty Blondie Bites
chewy, buttery sea salt blondie bites featuring butterscotch and chocolate chips, walnuts piece and shredded coconut
Mini Chocolate Mousse Shooters
silky chocolate mousse with a dollop of whipped cream, served in square shot glasses with demitasse spoons
French Salted Caramel Macarons
moist, wheat-free, melt in your mouth almond cookie with salted caramel filling
Honey Lavender French Macarons
moist, wheat-free, melt in your mouth lavender almond cookie with honey filling

Trinity Tree Farm | Vail Studio | Twelve Baskets Catering

Trinity Tree Farm | Vail Studio | Twelve Baskets Catering

Trinity Tree Farm | Vail Studio | Twelve Baskets Catering

Trinity Tree Farm | Vail Studio | Twelve Baskets Catering

Trinity Tree Farm | Vail Studio | Twelve Baskets Catering

Trinity Tree Farm | Vail Studio | Twelve Baskets Catering

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Trinity Tree Farm | Vail Studio | Twelve Baskets Catering

Trinity Tree Farm | Vail Studio | Twelve Baskets Catering

Trinity Tree Farm | Vail Studio | Twelve Baskets Catering

Trinity Tree Farm | Vail Studio | Twelve Baskets Catering

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Trinity Tree Farm | Vail Studio | Twelve Baskets Catering

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Trinity Tree Farm | Vail Studio | Twelve Baskets Catering

Photographer: Vail Studio

Venue: Trinity Tree Farm

Catering and Tableware: Twelve Baskets Catering

Flowers: DIY

Cinematography: Medici Studios Look at the beautiful video from their wedding here

Makeup and Hair: Tanya Hair and Makeup

Linens and Cupcake Stand: Cort Party Rentals

 

Cathy and Ethan – Mercer Island Wedding Catering

Cathy and Ethan had their ceremony and reception at the Mercer Island Community Center. We just love all the fun vintage-themed DIY touches throughout the detail shots! Beautiful photographs by Anda Photography.

There were some guests with Celiac disease and the bride and groom made sure to have some options for them… 2 kinds of hard Cider and some gluten free dinner and dessert items as well!

Here is the yummy menu they chose:

Grilled Flank Steak
local Blue Mesa Ranch steaks marinated in red wine, garlic and our special blend of spices, then seared to perfection over an open flame and served with our tri-peppercorn & sherry sauce

Grilled Rosemary Chicken Breast
chicken breast marinated in white wine and fresh herbs, served with a fine herb & white wine sauce

Stuffed Bell Peppers
stuffed with wild rice and sautéed vegetables, topped with a three cheese blend

Roasted New Potatoes
baked in fresh herbs, garlic and extra virgin olive oil

Strawberry Spinach Salad
fresh baby spinach tossed with toasted almonds, gorgonzola, and sliced local strawberries then drizzled with house made white balsamic and poppy seed dressing

Assorted Macrina Bakery Rolls served with butter

 

 

Photography: Anda Photography 

Venue: Mercer Island Community Center

Catering: Twelve Baskets Catering

Cake and Cupcakes: Stuffed Cakes

Day-of-Coordinator: Emma Misner with Seattle Event Planners

Hostessing: Invisible Hostess

Decor and Styling: Bride and Groom, DIY!