Real Weddings | Kajal + Mark | T Pepin’s Hospitality Centre

Today we are featuring Kajal and Mark’s wedding held at the T Pepin’s Hospitality Centre. T Pepin’s was the perfect venue to accommodate all of the unique, beautiful decor and festivities for this breath-taking day. This exotic wedding was absolutely stunning from start to finish, including both a Hindu and Christian Ceremony.

The grand celebration began in the ballroom with the Christian ceremony followed by the Hindu ceremony.  To further the guests enjoyment, Mango Lasi’s, a delicious mango drink, were served during the Hindu ceremony. After the ceremonies concluded, guests made their way into the foyer for cocktail hour where they were greeted by the Puff ‘n Stuff Catering staff  who butler passed a delicious selection of hors d’oeuvres. After mingling with friends and family, guests made their way back to the ballroom to join Kajal and Mark in the joy and excitement of their special day. Champagne was poured, and toasts were made in honor of the newly wed couple. The highly anticipated dinner buffet menu was an incredible specially fused menu featuring fare from both cultures. Following the exquisite dinner, Kajal and Mark cut the cake, and guests enjoyed authentic Indian desserts throughout the rest of the lively evening. Kajal and Mark’s wedding truly was remarkable in every detail and we were so thrilled to be a part of their celebration!

 

Butler Passed Hors d’Oeuvres

Mango Lassi

Asian Vegetable Spring Rolls accompanied by a sweet chili sauce

Spinach Pakora served with white, brown & green chutney in a trio plate

American Corn Cheese Balls

Vegetarian Simosa Trio

Chili Rubbed Chicken

 

Dinner Buffet

Tropical Salad with mango, avocado, feta cheese, balsamic, & fresh seasonal fruit

Naan Bread

Papadum spiced crispy wafers

Malai Kofta stuffed potato dumplings, fried & cooked in a rich onion tomato curry

Vegetarian Pulav Basmati rice cooked with vegetables and spices

Chicken Kashmiri boneless chicken cooked with nuts & raisins in a creamy sauce

Paneer Makhani homemade cottage cheese cooked in a mildly spicy tomato & onion cream sauce

Dal Makhani black lentils simmered overnight with butter onions, tomatoes, and spices

Pulav, Papad, Raita flavored yogurts used as condiments

Mango Pickles tangy & spicy pickles made from mango & lime juices

Brown, White & Green Chutney

 

Dessert Station

Gajar Halwa fresh carrots cooked in milk and garnished with carrots

Ras Mali flattened paneer balls soaked in sweetened milk

Event Credits:

Catering: Puff ‘n Stuff Catering, Aymee Brace
Photography: Victor’s Photojournalism
Planner: Weddings by Georgia, Georgia Watson
DJ: DJ Firoz
Florists: Suhaag Gardens

Inspiration | Holiday Planning with Puff ‘n Stuff Catering!

The holiday’s are here and they’re not slowing down! Whether you’re celebrating with your closest friends and family or hosting a grand-scale party, Puff ‘n Stuff Catering wants to make this holiday season a jolly good time for you!

Our Holiday Planner was hand-crafted for this holiday season and is sure to leave your guests raving for more. Hors d’oeuvres such as our brie in phylo cups with pecan praline filling, baked stuffed mushroom caps, pepper berry crusted lamb chops, or coconut chicken brochettes are just a few delicious ways to start off any celebration!

From buffets and plated dinners to chef-attended stations and appetizers, we’ve got you covered! With so many options like our traditional cranberry glazed Virginia ham to our popular red-hot-holiday mango & chile-glazed spiral cut ham, and eight different styles of potatoes, the possibilities are endless making your holiday party as unique and special as you and your guests.

And a holiday party wouldn’t be complete without desserts like our Chef-attended crème brulee, S’mores indoors, and French dessert crepes stations. We know its hard to pick just one, but don’t worry, our seasoned Special Event Planners are here to help with that too!

There are so many ways to add holiday flavor to your home. We’ve paired a few of the spectacular dishes that you can find in our Holiday Planner below along with some of our favorite holiday centerpieces. Enjoy and Happy Holidays from the team at Puff ‘n Stuff Catering!

 

Check out our Holiday Planner HERE to see more great ideas.

Real Weddings | Lindsay + Matt | The Ballroom at Church Street

The Ballroom at Church Street is downtown Orlando’s most distinguished and trusted venue renowned for its charm, beauty, and elegance – in short, the perfect site for Lindsay and Matt’s wedding.

Navy, white, and marigold hues set the tone for this dazzling wedding. The Ballroom at Church Street was dressed to the nines with chic draping, exquisite lighting, and luxurious seating arrangements all contributing to the liveliness of the night.

From the time they arrived, guests were dazzled with delicious butler passed hors d’oeuvres accompanied by sparkling flutes of champagne. As the night progressed, friends and family enjoyed a dual-entree plated dinner followed by lively music and festivities. The stylish decor and furniture gave the ballroom a truly  unique and vogue ambiance that brought out the best onto the dance floor! Relishing through out the evening, guests couldn’t resist the all-American late night snacks including mini pies a la mode and of course their smooth, white three-tier wedding cake with berry filling.

Lindsay and Matt’s special day was filled with glamor and extravagance from their grand entrance to their stylish exit, it truly was a night to remember forever.

 

The Ballroom at Church Street 07.03.2011 from VHVIDEO.COM

Passed Hors D’ouevres

Bianco Panini with mozzarella, sweet onions, fresh tomatoes, arugula, Gorgonzola, and extra virgin olive oil on focaccia bread

Grilled Chicken Salad Bouchee with grapes

Sweet Corn & Ricotta Fritters

 

First Course

Freshly Baked Artisan Breads 

Jumbo Lump Crab Timbale with mango relish & avocado atop a cantaloupe and pineapple puree and finished with micro cilantro on baby greens

 

Dual Entree Plated Dinner

Lemon Basil Risotto Cake

Summer Vegetable Bundle

Pasta with Seasonal Vegetables

Glazed & Grilled Smoked Raspberry & Chipotle Chicken drizzled with peach and raspberry jam and topped with corn and peach pablano relish

Coconut Crusted Grouper with a tropical salsa

 

Desserts

Mini Pies: Cherry, Peach, & Apple offered a la mode

Whole Pies

Three Tier Cake with a multi- berry filling & smooth white icing

Event Credits:

Catering: Puff ‘n Stuff Catering
Venue: The Ballroom at Church
Event Planner: Wonderful Weddings – Susie Weiss
Photography: Damon Tucci Photography
Cinematography: VHVIDEO.COM
Furniture Rental: Room Service Rentals
Floral: Botanica International Design Studio
Decor: Design Elements
Lighting: Kaleidoscope Event Lighting
Rental Chairs: A Chair Affair
Wedding Cake: Puff ‘n Stuff Catering
Groom’s Cake: Party Flavors
Entertainment: Metropolis
Transportation: Rick’s Classic Cars

Floral Wedding Trends | The Freshest Trends of the Season!

Fashion isn’t the only thing that changes with the season…and this season’s floral trends are absolutely breathtaking! The traditional white arrangements have taken the backseat to bright color combinations, diamonds, feathers, dynamic sizes, and hints of herbs. Brides and Grooms are designing floral arrangements to set the tone they want for their special day. Whether you’re looking to set a fiery romantic, vintage, or a lively atmosphere, this season’s trends will compliment them all!

Herbs
In early Roman Weddings, Brides carried herbs under their veils to ensure fertility and fidelity, and to ward off evil spirits. You might not use them for the same purpose on your wedding day, but you can still participate in one the freshest trends of the season; incorporating fresh succulents like echeveria, and herbs like rosemary and lavender to your arrangements. It’s ancient beauty meets modernity to create this boho- chic look, bringing new textures and scents to the table.

New Heights
Table arrangements are reaching new and different heights, literally. Instead of identical centerpieces, brides are mixing it up. From various size arrangements of the same color scheme, to multiple vases of different heights on one table.

Plumes
Another new trend we love is feathers! They are such an elegant and romantic addition providing a fairytale atmosphere; and they can be incorporated into your wedding in so many ways. From dainty and subtle, to large colored ostrich feathers, they add a plume of perfection to today’s arrangements.

Details
The finishing touches… after all it’s all in the details! After taking the time to pick out the perfect floral combination, adding buttons, pins,  jewels and pearls make your arrangement that more more unique. Year after year the satin ribbon has been a beautiful choice for binding, but also consider lace, a funky fabric, or even burlap. Most of all, have fun!

We would like to say a huge THANK YOU to Art Faulkner Photography and Fairbank Florist, two amazing local vendors of which many of the above pictured floral arrangements came from.

 

Credits:

Art Faulkner Photography

Fairbanks Florist

Rhodes Studios

Silk Wedding Designs

Hostess

Real Events | MD 20/20 | Melissa’s 40th Birthday | Puff ‘n Stuff Catering Commissary

Lights, entertainment, and action! MD 20/20 was a celebration like none other that filled the Puff ‘n Stuff Catering Commissary with gold and white glamour. For this elegant birthday party, our team transformed a large commercial kitchen into an elaborate, private chef’s dining experience for 60, and decked out a quiet storage space into a vivacious nightclub for this star-studded event.

Starting off with floor-to-ceiling draping and adding in exquisite elements such as elegant Chiavari chairs and lounge furniture, gorgeous crystal candle sticks and table accents, all the way down to the details such as pearl bracelets as napkin rings – Melissa’s 20th anniversary of her 20th birthday was quite stunning!

The transformation involved a dazzling culinary show where the cuisine was the artwork, and the drinks were delicately crafted as well. Upon their grand entrance, guests were welcomed with champagne, in addition to a full bar featuring our Dragon Berry Mojito – a stunning concoction of fresh fruit & Dragon Berry rum garnished with fresh fruit. Every piece of the show was well executed to perfection from the butler passed d’oeuvres to The Cake Makers Mark dessert.

Once the culinary show had simmered down, after dinner snacks were passed to add to the next big hit of the night – the entertainment, featuring the birthday gal’s favorite things. Tables of fun items, nightclub lighting, and a DJ spinning the music set the mood for a glamorous evening. There’s no doubt that MD 20/20 was an award winning celebration!

Night at the Commissary from VHVIDEO.COM on Vimeo.

 

 

Hors d’Oeuvres

Potato Crisp Napoleon with red onion marmalade & Meyer lemon creme fraiche

Beet Cured Salmon Carpaccio & Fruit Summer Roll with a spicy cilantro-lime sauce

Goat Cheese Stuffed Tempura Zucchini Blossom

King Crab Merus with grapefruit pearls, tangerine gastrique, and lemon grass foam

Pepperberry Crusted Lamb Chops with sweet potato curls, leeks & rich black cherry demi

Amuse Bouche

    Yin Yang Crudo of Hamachi & Salmon with Nuoc Cham sauce, shiso & hackleback caviar
Paired with Schramsburg Blanc de Blanc

 

Salad

Study in Heirlooms garden wedge with heirloom tomato, sun gold, snow white and sugar snack baby
heirlooms, virtual egg, Australian Murray River flake salt, micro basil, Piccardo & Savore unfiltered e.v.o.o. & B. R. Cohn 12 year white balsamic dressing with basil foam

Freshly Baked Artisan Breads with Pulugra butter discs and flake salt

Paired with Cakebread Sauvignon Blanc

Plated Dinner

Pulugra Butter Poached Halibut atop Low-Carb-o-nara diver scallop stuffed zucchini blossom with fava bean puree,
served with saffron infused whipped potato and topped with a potato wafter & fried arugula

Paired with Laetitia Pinot Noir

 

Cheese Presentation

France Billat Savarin

Italy Telaggio

France Morbier

served with wild strawberry and balsamic jam, green tomato relish, natural honeycomb, fresh mission figs, & medjool dates

Paired with Chateau de Fesles Chelin Blanc

 

Dessert

The Cake Maker’s Mark bourbon soaked genoise cake in a chocolate walnut brown sugar crust & drizzled with Kentucky bourbon caramel sauce

Paired with Chateau de Fesles Chelin Blanc

 

After Dinner Snacks

White Truffle Popcorn

Mini Monte Cristo served with organic berry preserves and dusted with powder sugar

 Gruyere Cheese Sticks

Bacon-Wrapped Potato Tot topped with sour cream and a chive

Event Credits:

Planner: Warren Dietel & Dione Bazile
Catering: Puff ‘n Stuff Catering
Photography: Chris Gillyard Photography
Video: VHVIDEO.COM
Venue: Puff ‘n Stuff Catering Commissary
Drape: Design Elements
Entertainment: White Rose Entertainment
Lighting: PTE Productions
Floral: Botanica  International Design Studio
Linen: Party Tables
Furniture: AFR Event Furnishings
Chivari Chairs: Fun Factory Party Rentals
Photobooth: Absolute Amusements

 

 

Guest Book Trends | Creative Keepsakes & Memory Makers

Although it is one of the of the few wedding mementos that last a lifetime, the wedding guest book is often overlooked. As a bride focused on all the hectic details of your special day, the guestbook can be left until last minute and not given much thought until after the wedding. However, the messages that are left by your guests will be read for years to come, so why not make your guest book fun?

Creativity is key when thinking of an idea for your guest book. Look for something fun, yet easily to display and access. Instead of having guests sign the traditional guest book or scrapbook, friends and family could sign a frame for a picture of the newly wedded couple to enjoy the memories long after that oh so cherished date! The possibilities are endless, and couples are getting more creative than ever when it comes to their guest books. It should be crafted to showcase the bride and groom themselves, after all your wedding day is all about you! Below are some of the not-so-traditional guest books that we love…Enjoy!

Unforgettable Puzzle Pieces

Original Post by: The Wedding Favor

Ceramic Plate of Congratulations

Original Post by: Art Taboret

Box of Cherished Notes

Original Post by: Style Me Pretty
Quilt of Memories

Original Post by: The Vegas Wedding Planner

A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words

Original Post by: Ruffled

Timeless Typewriter

Original Post by: Wedding by Color

Tree of Best Wishes

Original Post by: Here comes the Guide

Love Rocks

Original Post by: Wedding Party Guest

Color Trends | Pretty in Pink!

Pretty in Pink is more than just a great ’80s movie – it’s one of the hottest wedding color palettes around. From subtle touches of pale pink to bright and bold fuchsia, it’s easy to see how these shades are charming their way into weddings! From dazzling shoes and feminine chair covers, to sumptuous florals and delicious pink desserts, you can incorporate this romantic color into almost any element of your wedding.

Often referred to as “the color of love,” some men have shied away from the idea of pink. But more and more, grooms are embracing shades of pink and donning ties, vests and boutonnieres in handsome pink hues.

Whether you’re looking for an elaborate hot fuchsia theme, or adding an accent color of deep or traditional pink, the shades and possibilities are endless. And we’ve collected some stunning Pretty in Pink ideas and elements from some of our favorite local wedding photographers to help get your creative juices flowing!

Check out their beautiful images below, and then visit these ever-expanding inspiration boards on Pinterest from The Perfect Palette to get more ideas!

• Pink Weddings
• Fuchsia Weddings
• Pink Color Palettes

Photographed by: K&K Photography, Lockwood Studios, and The Sugar Suite

 

Photographed by: K&K Photography and Lockwood Studios

 

Photographed by: K&K Photography and Lockwood Studios

 

Photographed by: K&K Photography and Lockwood Studios

 

Photographed by: K&K Photography

 

Photographed by: Lockwood Studios

 

Photographed by: K&K Photography and Lockwood Studios

 

Photographed by: K&K Photography

 

Photographed by: K&K Photography and Lockwood Studios

 

Photographed by: Lockwood Studios

 

Photographed by: Tab McCausland Photography

 

Thank you to Jeff at K&K Photography, Aaron at Lockwood Studios, and Tab at Tab McCausland Photography for contributing your images to this post!

Real Weddings | Natalie + Donnie | Orlando Museum of Art

“A work of art which did not begin in emotion is not art.” – Paul Cezanne

The Orlando Museum of Art is a unique romantic setting for a wedding. Filled with exquisite paintings and sculptures, it’s challenging to find another venue that compares to it’s elegant and artistic setting.

Today we are featuring Natalie and Donnie’s picture-perfect wedding reception held in the Grand Galley at the Orlando Museum of Art. Guests were welcomed through the museum’s Rotunda to a plethora of delectable butler-passed hors d’oeuvres, and a bar featuring our specialty Pear Mojito and Gingered Pomegranate Martinis with a splash of candied ginger. Soon after, the couple had their first dance, which of course called for a champagne toast in their honor!

Following the toasts, guests took their seats to enjoy the inventive plated dinner designed by Puff n’ Stuff Catering exclusively for Natalie and Donnie’s wedding. Two artistically crafted courses were served garnished with pink and green flowers, playing on the theme of the night.  To conclude the evening, a large assortment of dessert trays were displayed and guests helped themselves to a variety of luxurious sweets including cheesecake lollipops, macaroons, and strawberry cheesecake topped with white chocolate mousse, all to complement their delicious wedding cake.  It was such an exquisite evening in the picturesque space of The Orlando Museum of Art!

 

 

Picture-Perfect Hors d’Ouevres

Tomato Mozzarella Caprese Cornet with fire-roasted tomato crème fraîche

Baby Artichoke Hearts topped with goat cheese, olive tapenade, and sun-dried tomatoes

Maryland Crab Cake Towers seared and served with a cajun rémoulade

Trio Sushi Mini Plate Inside out California roll served with wasabi oil, Summer roll with peanut sauce, and Sashimi presented on a small three compartment plate

 

Stroke of Genius Plated Dinner

Freshly Baked Artisan Breads with whipped butter, e.v.o.o., aged balsamic vinegar glaze & pink finishing salt

Poached Pear and Spinach Salad baby spinach, blue cheese, and caramelized onions served over a poached pear and garnished with pink
peppercorns with a Champagne Vinaigrette dressing

Grilled Filet Mignon with a wild mushroom cabernet-thyme reduction sauce

Broiled Grouper with Lemon Brodetto broiled grouper in a lemon-mint sauce, served atop mint and pea puree

Chicken Caprese Tower Sous-Vide dual towers of marinated chicken breast on eggplant croutons with tomato ragout and basil chiffonade topped with fried basil

Vegetable Strudel fresh sauteed seasonal vegetables with fontina cheese in a flakey puff pastry served atop dueling purees of fennel and asparagus

Lemon Basil Risotto Cake

Wild Mushroom Risotto

Matchstick Vegetable Bundles

 

Work of Art Desserts

Gourmet Petite Desserts  Strawberry Frangipane cream
tarts, Chocolate cups filled with raspberry and mint chocolate mousse, Profiteroles and French Macaroons

Chef’s Choice of Little Luxuries Strawberry Cheesecake with white chocolate mousse & Keylime Pie with crushed graham cracker uniquely presented in a shot glass

Assorted Gourmet Cheesecake Lollipops house made cheesecake dipped in white chocolate

Traditional Coffee Station

Event Credits:
Caterer: Puff ‘n Stuff Catering,
Photographer:Misty Miotto
Cinematographer: Visions Media
Venue: The Orlando Museum of Art
Church: The Cathedral Church of St. Luke
Event Coordinator: Blush by Brandee Gaar -Anna Inman
Florist: Lee James
DJ: White Rose Entertainment
Lighting: Kaleidoscope Event Lighting

Real Weddings | Jessica + Jason | Barrington Hill Farm

Today we’re featuring an elegant Southern Belle wedding that took place at the Barrington Hill Farm in Dade City, FL. This beautiful venue sits on 50 acres of lush rolling meadow and gives home to many stallions and racing horses. Barington Hill Farm is a unique venue, it’s home to horse shows and clinics, but what makes it really stand out and shine are the beautiful weddings it hosts.

Outside of the two story plantation house, guests crowded around the dance floor and enjoyed hors d’ouevres and cocktails provided by Puff ‘n Stuff Catering while they watched the Bride and Groom have their first dance. Proceeding the cocktail hour guests made their way into the main dining room of the farmhouse. The room was filled with natural wood chairs, floral designed linen and pastel blue mason jars on each table to hold a bouquet of flowers. Our team set up a hand crafted slider station and guests lined up to fill their stomachs with this scrumptious entree! The night ended sweetly as guests nibbled on our traditional key lime pie. A perfect ending to such a charming wedding.

 

Jessica & Jason Barrington Hill Wedding Trailer from Indie Atlantic Films on Vimeo.

 

 

Homey Hors D’ouevres

Lollipop Trio featuring goat cheese & mascarpone with sun-dried tomatoes, coated in pistachios; Saga blue & grapes covered in walnuts; and port wine
cheddar rolled in toasted almonds

Fresh Fruit Brochettes pineapple, cantaloupe, honeydew & strawberries presented on bamboo skewers and served with mango citrus dip

Farmhouse Spread

Freshly Baked Artisan Breads

Mixed Green Salad with cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and purple onions in sun-dried tomato vinaigrette

Slider Station
featuring an assortment of slider sandwiches on silver dollar rolls including miniature Black Angus cheeseburgers, and fried chicken with sausage gravy

Mashed Potato Bar
with creamy Yukon gold mashed potatoes, garlic smashed red skin potatoes, and sweet potatoes topped and baked with pecans and marshmallows, all presented in Cosmo glasses and offered with a variety of toppings including crisp applewood smoked bacon, sour cream, caramelized Vidalia onions, cheddar cheese, marshmallows, whipped butter, chives, and cinnamon sugar dust

Creamy Macaroni and Cheese

Dainty Dessert

Key Lime Cheesecake New York style cheesecake with key lime topping, whipped cream and fresh lime slices

Event Credits:

Catering: Puff ‘n Stuff Catering, Special Event Planner Aymee Brace
Photographers: Divine Light Photography & Tina Sargeant Photography
Cinematographer: Indie Atlantic Films
DJ: Brown Sounds – Jason
Floral/Planning: 2 Sisters Events & Design
Invitations: A Fine Press
Venue: Barrington Hills Farm

Real Events | AFR’s History in the Making | The History Center

We love partyin’ with the Best! Last month, Puff ‘n Stuff Catering had the opportunity to take part in AFR Furniture Rental’s Annual Showcase, “History in the Making,” at the Orange County Regional History Center.

Each year, this stylin’ shindig transforms a popular venue with over-the-top event furniture and décor, and of course themed cuisine and drinks. We were honored to be a featured caterer and take part in the fun!

The History Center was completely decked out from the third floor courtroom to the Heritage Square Courtyard, and AFR’s latest and greatest created a unique theme in each space. Heritage Square and the first floor atrium rocked red carpet glamour, while the second floor was a time machine to the 80’s. And Puff ‘n Stuff Catering hosted guests in the third floor’s “Roaring 20’s” Courtroom, giving our team a chance to show off their flapper style! Guests enjoyed elegant Tuna ‘Tini’s as they were transported back to our 1920’s speak-easy, and we loved every moment of it too.

Check out some scenes from the party below, shared by Carrie Wildes Photography and Tampa Wonderworks Films.

Thank you to AFR and all of the other participating vendors who made this a night to remember. We can’t wait to see what they’ll cook up next year!

AFR 4th Annual Networker from Tampa Wonderworks Films on Vimeo.

 

Blog Credits:

Catering: Puff ‘n Stuff Catering, Special Event Planner Sandy George

Cinematography: Tampa Wonderworks Films

Furniture: AFR Furniture Rental

Photography: Carrie Wildes Photography

Venue: The Orange County Regional History Center

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