Wedding Bites: Lisa & Hunter {11.11.11}

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This lovely wedding took place at The Summerlin House on November 11, 2011.

 



Menu

Butler Passed Hors D’oeuvres

Hong Kong Spring Roll
A delicate Egg Roll Wrapper, filled with a blend of Asian Vegetables, and then lightly fried. Served with Ponzu & Sweet Chili Sauces.

Bourbon Chicken Bites
Tender Chicken Bites on a wooden skewer with sweet Bourbon Glaze

Twice Baked Potato Bites
Tender Twice-Baked New Potatoes fully loaded with Shredded Cheddar Cheese, Scallions, Bacon Bits, and then topped with a dollop of sour cream.

Julius Caesar Salad
Traditional Caesar Salad with Romaine Greens, Homemade Croutons, and Parmesan Cheese, served with Bit City’s Signature Caesar Dressing.

Side Dishes

Garlic Smashed Potatoes with Gravy
Hot Grilled & Roasted Vegetables



Entrees

Baked Chicken
Seasoned whole Chicken, roasted to perfection with Salt, Pepper, and Garlic. Served with Au jus.

Cheese Ravioli

Fresh Cheese Raviolis layered with our award-winning Napolitano Sauce of Plum Tomatoes, Garlic, Basil, Peppers, and Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Finished with a topping of Mozzarella & Asiago Cheeses.
 



Vendors that helped make their special day happen included:

 
Photographer: Jim Uhing
Cake: Sprinkles
Hair/Make-Up: Jessica Leroy

Wedding Bites: Paige & Matthew {10.29.11}

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Congratulations to Paige & Matthew!
This beautiful couple got married at The Summerlin House on October 29, 2011!

                           

Menu
Hors D’oeuvres
Spinach Artichoke Phyllo Cups
Big City’s popular Spinach Artichoke Dip consisting of Artichoke Hearts subtly blended with Spinach, Parmigiano-Reggiano, Cream Cheese, Onions, and Dill served in a buttery Phyllo Cup and topped with imported Parmesan Cheese
Caprese Skewer
Grape Tomatoes and petite Mozzarella Balls that are marinated in an Herb Vinaigrette and served on a skewer with a drizzle of sweet Balsamic Reduction
Harvest Salad
Mixed Greens, Dried Cranberries, Feta Cheese Crumbles, and Toasted Walnuts served with a Sweet Vidalia Onion Dressing
Side Dishes
Hot Grilled and Roasted Seasonal Vegetables
Penne Pasta Alla Olio

 

Entrées
Tuscan Chicken
Marinated Breast of Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Basil, and Roasted Red Peppers in a creamy Beurre Blanc Sauce
Captain Morgan Beef
Braised Beef Medallions served with a sweet and spicy Captain Morgan Sauce
Vendors
Ceremony & Event Location: The Summerlin House
Ceremony Music: Verlon Eason
Photographer: Adrian Goetz
 
Thank you to everyone who took part in Paige and Matthew’s special day!

Wedding Bites: Nikki & Trony {10.21.11}

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Photo by Jessica Nigro Photography

This beautiful wedding took place on October 21, 2011 at the Summerlin House and featured trivia for cocktail hour!

 

 

Menu

Hors D’oeuvres

Gourmet Popcorn Bar
Scrumptious Carnival-Style Popcorn with an assortment of toppings to include Salt, Butter, White Cheddar, Sour Cream and Onion, Cajun, Cinnamon, Caramel, and Kettle Corn

Boneless Breaded Chicken Tenders
Served with Honey Mustard, BBQ and Polynesian Sauce

Beer Cheese Fondue
Beer Cheese Fondue served with Cubed Breads and Vegetables for dipping

Loaded Twice Baken Potato Bites

Salad

Wedge of Lettuce Salad Bar
Fresh-cut Quarter Wedges of Iceberg Lettuce dressed with your choice of Toppings including Diced Tomatoes, Dried Cranberries, Bacon Bits, Shredded Cheddar Cheese OR Bleu Cheese Crumbles, and Scallions. Served with your choice of 2 of Big City’s Homemade Dressings including Ranch & Balsamic Vinaigrette.

Side Dishes

Corn on the Cob
Southern-style Green Beans
Thick Baked Macaroni and Cheese

Entrée Selections

Pigs in a Blanket
Bite-size all-beef hot dogs wrapped in a buttery Pastry served with Grainy Mustard

Baked Chicken
Seasoned bone-in chicken pieces served with a Southern-style Homemade Gravy on the side

Pink Silver Palate Dessert Display
Mini pink cupcakes, pink cream puffs, pink sugar cookies, strawberry mousse dessert shooters, etc.

Vendors

Caterer: Big City Catering
Event Location: Summerlin House
Photographer: Jessica Nigro Photography
DJ: DJ Flent
Wedding Consultant & Floral Design: Creative Designs
Trivia: Earth Trivia

Wedding Bites: Lisa & Daniel {10.14.11}

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Photo by Kayleen Kelsey

This beautiful couple’s wedding took place October 14, 2011 at Paradise Cove!

Photo by Kayleen Kelsey

 

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Photo by Kayleen Kelsey

 

Photo by Kayleen Kelsey

Menu

Hors D’oeuvres

Twice Baked New Potato Bites

Tender Twice-Baked New Potatoes fully loaded with Shredded Cheddar Cheese, Scallions, Bacon Bits, and topped with shredded Cheddar Cheese
 
Polynesian Meatballs
Ground Angus Beef seasoned and rolled then glazed with a Polynesian Sauce
Coconut Shrimp Balls
Fresh Gulf Shrimp diced and mixed with Celery, Onions, Peppers then seasoned to perfection. Coated in Shredded coconut and Baked to Golden Brown. Served with Citrus Island Marmalade.
Salad
Garden Salad
A Mixture of Crisp Iceberg & Romaine Greens with Red Onions, Olives, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, and Shredded Carrots. Served with Big City’s House Dressings including Dill Garden Ranch and Balsamic Italian
 
Entrée Choices
Island Chicken
Honey Lime Grilled Breast of Chicken with Citrus Mango Salsa Mojo
 
Roasted Pork
Shredded Loin of Pork that was marinated in Key Lime Mojo and slowly baked for a tender, flavorful dish
Side Dishes
 
Caribbean Rice with Pigeon Peas
Grilled & Roasted Vegetables
Squash, Zucchini, Carrots, Red & Green Peppers, and other Seasonal Vegetables marinated, then grilled and roasted. Served hot with a Vinaigrette Verde Dipping Sauce.
Vendors
Ceremony & Reception Location: Paradise Cove
Wedding Coordinator: An Affair to Remember
Officiant: Kevin Knox from A Beautiful Ceremony
Photographer: Kayleen Kelsey
Cake: Darlene Wood
Projector: A Magic Moment
Hair and Make-Up: Patricia LeJeune
Steel Drums: Cocobean, Inc.

Wedding Bites: Shaina & Joey {6.3.11}

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The beautiful couple was married on June 3, 2011 at the Lake Mary Events Center!
 
 
 
Menu
Hors D’oeuvres
 
 
 
Twice Baked New Potato Bites
Tender Twice-Baked Potatoes loaded with Shredded Cheddar Cheese, Scallions, and Bacon Bits
Sliders
Mini Beef Cheeseburgers served on bite-sized Buns with Lettuce, Tomato and a Dollop of Secret Sauce.
 
 
Shrimp Cocktail Shooters
Individual shots including Fresh Gulf Shrimp, Homemade Cocktail Sauce & Crème Fraîche
Entrées
Caribbean Pork Loin
Tender shredded Pork Loin marinated in Key Lime Mojo then fire-roasted until tender. Served with Fried Plantains, Yellow Rice with Red Beans and sliced Sweet Yeast Rolls for sandwiches.
 
 
Fajita Fiesta
A Selection of Marinated Skirt Steak and Grilled Chicken, Peppers, Onions, Shredded Cheese, Sour Cream, Salsa and Warm Flour Tortillas. Served with Cast Iron Hot Grilled and Roasted Vegetables.
 
 
 
 
Con Queso – A Blend of Cheeses and Fresh Salsa cooked into a creamy Fondue. Served with Fresh Homemade Salsa on the Side and Homemade Nacho Chips.
 
Asian Noodle Station
A Fun and Interactive Station as our Chefs from the Far East tempt your taste buds with Asian Fare including both Lo Mein and Sticky Rice with Baby Shrimp.
 
Add to Your Choice of Noodles or Rice such options as Shredded Carrots, Mushrooms, Diced Red & Green Peppers, Scallions, Sugar Snaps, Bean Sprouts, & Bok Choy. Served with Teriyaki and Sweet and Spicy Thai Chili Sauces and presented in your own Asian To-Go.
 
 
 
Vendors
Officiant: Minister from Northland Church
Ceremony Music & DJ: Fun Factory Entertainment
Invitations: Sam Flax
Florist/Decorator: Dream Designs
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Wedding Bites: Megan & Josh {7.11.11}

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Congratulations are due to this beautiful couple that got married on July 11, 2011 at the Lake Mary Events Center!
 



Menu
 
Hors D’oeuvres
 
Big City Cheese Board
A Selection of Elegant Cheeses to include Monterey Jack, Cheddar, Swiss, and Bleu Cheeses. Garnished with Assorted Crackers and Grapes.
Pineapple Bacon Bites
Pineapple Chunks seasoned with Chutney and wrapped in Bacon and then baked until crispy and drizzled with Bourbon Glaze.
Mac & Cheese Bites in Crispy Phyllo Cup

Salad
 
Floribbean Salad
Baby Greens, Caramelized Pecans, Grilled Pineapple, Sliced Strawberries and Crumbled Feta Cheese with a light Citrus & Berry Vinaigrette

Entrées
Tropical Chicken
Honey Lime Grilled Breast of Chicken with Citrus Mango SalsaFilet of Beef Medallions
Tender Medallions of Beef sautéed to a perfect medium and served with choices of two sauces: Bordelaise Sauce and Béarnaise Sauce

Side Dishes

Roasted Fingerling Potatoes & Grilled and Roasted Seasonal Vegetables
Vendors
 
Ceremony & Event Location: Lake Mary Events Center
Ceremony Music: Christine Macphail (Harpist)
Photographer: Tabitha Mccausland
Wedding Consultant: Ashlie Shea of Weddings in the City
Florist/Decorator: Little Shop of Flowers
Rentals/Suppliers: Suzanne Nichols

Wedding Bites: Jodi-Ann & Duane {8.2.11}

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Congratulations are in order for the beautiful couple who got married on August 2, 2011 at the Lake Mary Events Center!
Menu
Hors D’oeuvres
Fresh Fruit Display
Freshly Sliced Seasonal Fruits and mixed with fruit kabobs
Sweet and Sour Chicken Bites
Tender Breaded Chicken Bites on a wooden skewer with a Pineapple Wedge, a Bell Pepper square and Sweet and Sour Glaze
Bruschetta Croustades
Flavorful Bruschettas including Traditional Tomato & Tuscan White Bean Bruschettas served atop Toasted Bread Croustades
 
 
Signature Dinner Buffet
 
 
 
 
Floribbean Salad
Baby Greens, Caramelized Pecans, Grilled Pineapple, Sliced Strawberries and Crumbled Feta Cheese with a light Citrus Vinaigrette & Raspberry Vinaigrette
 
Island Chicken
Honey Lime Grilled Breast of Chicken with Citrus Mango Salsa
Pan Seared Salmon
Fresh Filet of Salmon lightly seasoned served in Au Jus
Caribbean White Rice with Gungo
Mixed Seasonal Vegetables
Sweet Yeast Rolls with Butter
 
Vendors
Ceremony & Event Location: Lake Mary Events Center
Ceremony Music and DJ: Vibrant Soundz
Lighting: Orlando Wedding and Party Rentals
Photographer: Christopher Smith of Snap Photography
Invitations: Invitation Lounge
Florist/Decorator: Little Shop of Flowers
Rentals/Suppliers: DJ Fun Factory
 
 
 

Wedding Bites: Makerbie & Joshua {7.24.11}

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The gorgeous couple said their “I do’s” on July 24, 2011 at the Lake Mary Events Center!


Menu

Hors D’oeuvres
Fresh Fruit Display
Freshly Sliced Seasonal Fruits served with a Seasonal Dipping Sauce
Hong Kong Spring Roll
A delicate Egg Roll Wrapper filled with a blend of Asian Vegetables then lightly fried.
Served with Ponzu & Sweet Chili Sauces.
 


Spanakopita

Crisp Buttery Pastry filled with Spinach & Feta Cheese then baked until golden brown
 
 
Salad
Garden Salad
A Mixture of Crisp Iceberg & Romaine Greens with Red Onions, Olives, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, and Shredded Carrots. Served with Big City’s House Dressings including Balsamic Italian and Garden Ranch in square white bowls
Entrées
Chicken Marsala
Boneless Breast of Chicken in a Classic Marsala demi-glace served with Grilled and Roasted Seasonal Vegetables and Herbed Roasted Red Potatoes
 
Tuscan Chicken
Marinated Breast of Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Basil, Roasted Red Peppers,

in a Creamy Beurre Blanc Sauce served with Grilled and Roasted Seasonal Vegetables and Rice Pilaf

Vegetable Lasagna

Fresh Roasted Vegetables layered with Pasta Sheets, Ricotta & Mozzarella cheeses. Baked ’til bubbly and topped with a Spinach Alfredo Sauce

Vendors
 
Ceremony & Event Location: Lake Mary Events Center
Photographer: Plush Glamour
Videographer: Pipo Productions
DJ: DJ Mike Cooley
Wedding Consultant: Soiree Company
Florist/Decorator: Windermere Flowers
Rentals/Suppliers: A Chair Affair

Wedding Bites: Molly & MJ {7.9.11}

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Photo by Kevin Keelan

This beautiful couple said their vows on July 9th, 2011 at the Maitland Art Center!

Photo by Kevin Keelan

 

Photo by Kevin Keelan

 

Photo by Kevin Keelan

Photo by Kevin Keelan

Menu

Photo by Kevin Keelan

 

Hors D’oeuvres

Fresh Fruit Kabobs

Chunks of Pineapple, Strawberries, and Seasonal Melons presented on a wooden skewer. Served with a Tropical Dipping Sauce.

Caprese Skewer

Teardrop Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella and Fresh Basil leaf on a skewer drizzled with Balsamic Reduction

Bruschetta Display

Flavorful Bruschettas including Traditional Tomato, Tuscan White Bean, and Shrimp Bruschettas. Served with Garlic Crostinis

Beef Chimichurri Skewers

Garlic and Cilantro marinated Skirt Steak skewered and served with a Chimichurri Vinaigrette

Chicken Skewers

Seasoned Chicken Bites served on a wooden skewer and served with a Jerk Pineapple Sauce

Corkscrew Pasta Salad

Spiral Pasta tossed in fresh chopped Vegetables and homemade Vinaigrette

Roasted Rosemary New Potatoes

Grilled & Roasted Vegetables

Squash, Zucchini, Carrots, Red & Green Peppers, and other Seasonal Vegetables marinated, then grilled and roasted. Served with a Vinaigrette Verde Dipping Sauce.

Vendors

Caterer: Big City Catering

Venue: Maitland Art Center

Officiant: Vows are Forever

Ceremony Music & DJ: Atomic Entertainment

Photographer: Kevin Keelan

Attire: Men’s Warehouse

Invitations: Paper Dolls Ink.

Florist/Decorator: Peddles

Cake: Cut the Cake

 

Photo by Kevin Keelan

 

Photo by Kevin Keelan

Wedding Bites: Cara & Rollin {6.20.11}

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Congratulations to the beautiful couple who celebrated their wedding at Paradise Cove on June 20, 2011! It was such a special occasion that even a Tiger attended!!
 

Menu

Butler Passed Hors D’oeuvres
Caprese Skewer
Teardrop Tomato, fresh Mozzarella, and fresh Basil Leaf on a skewer drizzled with Balsamic Reduction

Fried Ravioli
Savory Cheese filled Ravioli served with Pomodoro Sauce

Taco Tart
Taco seasoned Ground Beef stuffed in a Tart Shell and topped with shaved Cheddar and Pepper Jack Cheese

Flavor of Mexico

Enchiladas
Soft Flour tortillas wrapped around a filling of Shredded or Ground Beef then topped with Cheese and Tomatillo Sauce and served with Refried Beans

Homemade Tortilla Chips and QuesoA Blend of Cheeses and Fresh Salsa cooked into a creamy Fondue.


 
Taste of Tuscany
Pasta Primavera
Fresh Garden Vegetables with Bowtie Pasta tossed in a Sundried Tomato Cream Sauce

 
 
Grilled & Roasted Tuscan Vegetable Display
Squash, Zucchini, Carrots, Red & Green Peppers, and other Seasonal Vegetables marinated, then grilled and roasted. Served with a Vinaigrette Verde Dipping Sauce.

 
 
 

Tour of the Orient

Asian Dim SumSteamed Potstickers filled with Pork and Asian Vegetables served with both Ponzu and Sweet Thai Chili Sauces

Fried Rice

Orange Chicken
Fried pieces of Chicken Breast coated in a Sweet Orange-flavored Chili Sauce


 



Vendors

Caterer: Big City Catering
Event & Ceremony Location: Paradise Cove
Officiant: Glynn Ferguson
Ceremony Music & DJ: Jay Edwards
Photographer: Robert Loparo Photography
Invitations: Magnet Street Weddings
Florist/Decorator: Atmospheres
Cake/Baker: It’s Tasty Too