We are thrilled to have been privy to some inside Royal Catering News from the Executive Chef to Prince Charles, Princess Diana and the Royal Family for over 10 years,Carolyn Robb.
Her Majesty the Queen of England is celebrating her Diamond Jubilee and along with the Olympics being held in England in June, Ms. Robb has created a Royal gourmet celebration luncheon perfect for summer weddings. We were inspired and thought we’d share!
CELEBRATION LUNCH
“I have created this menu in celebration of the Diamond Jubilee and other festivities in Britain this summer. It showcases the very best of British ingredients. The dishes are my contemporary interpretations of ‘Royal favorites’ from my wonderful thirteen years as a royal chef. During this time I had the privilege of cooking for every member of the British Royal Family and I catered for many special royal events.” – Carolyn Robb
MENU
Homemade Minted ‘Lime-ade’ with a Traditional Pimms Garnish
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Tian of Hot-Smoked Scottish Salmon & New Potatoes Garnished with Garden Peas, Asparagus tips & Arugula
With a Walnut oil and Raspberry Champagne Vinegar Dressing
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Coronation Chicken
Served with a Colorful Salad of Mixed Grains
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Coronet of Pistachio Meringue filled with Summer Berries and Vanilla-bean Mascarpone Cream
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Jubilee Iced Coffee
With Chocolate-dipped Shortbread Petits Fours
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This menu is also wonderful for an al-fresco summer luncheon party for friends, can easily be packed up for a picnic and works equally as well as a supper party menu.
By admin on February 17th, 2012. Categories: All, Event Planning Tips, Social Events, Wedding Events.
Tags: queen elizabeth, royal wedding, santa barbara catering, summer catering menus, summer wedding ideas, wedding menu ideas, william and kate
Really special wedding at Lion’s Club Park in Carpinteria. This couple had a special love story that can only be told in photos . Thank you Figlewicz Photography for these images! Congratulations, Jessica and Mike. It was such a pleasure and honor to plan and be a part of your special day.
The Menu: Hors D’Oeuvres: Salsa Bar, including Traditional Salsa, Corn & Black Bean Salsa, Pineapple & Mango Salsa & Tomatillo & Apple Salsa with Tri-Color Tortilla Chips and our Freshly-Made Guacamole to Spice it Up, Chicken Empanadas with Chipotle Dipping Sauce ; Santa Maria BBQ Dinner Buffet: BBQ Chicken Quarters with Honey & Brown Sugar BBQ Sauce BBQ Tri-Tip; Corn & Jalapeno Relish; Mexican Salsa; Red Potato Salad with Dijon; Red Potatoes, Celery, Green Onions, Mayonnaise and Dijon Mustard; Grilled Vegetable Platter with Seasoned Eggplant, Red & Green Bell Peppers, Zucchini, Yellow Squash & Red Onions; Buttery Corn on the Cob; Classic Caesar Salad with our Homemade Garlic Croutons; Selection of Freshly Baked Artisan Rolls with Butter
The Vendors: Ceremony & Reception – Lion’s Park | Catering – Catering Connection | Flowers – Yamaguchi’s Flowers Dessert – Crushcakes | DJ – AMS Entertainment | Dress – Pebbles Bridal
Special Touches: Just look at the photos! This event was filled with magic!
By admin on February 17th, 2012. Categories: All, Wedding Events.
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Photo Courtesy of Lincourt Winery
Part of the Foley Family Wine Group, including the world famous Firestone Winery, stands a charming hidden gem of a wedding location on the winding country road of Alamo Pintado in the heart of Santa Barbara’s wine country, the Santa Ynez Valley: Lincourt Winery.
We are lucky enough to work at all of Santa Barbara’s leading wedding locations and each holds a special place in our heart. Many have heard of all the big name locations and wineries, but few know Read more »
By admin on January 24th, 2012. Categories: Event Planning Tips, Wedding Events.
Tags: lincourt winery, lincourt winery wedding, lincourt winery wedding catering, santa barbara wine country weddings, santa ynez wedding locations, winery catering, winery weddings
What does a 2012 Santa Barbara wedding offer that only a few select destination wedding cities world-wide can offer? Almost all the elements of the number one 2012 wedding trend: Read more »
By Kerry on December 21st, 2011. Categories: All, Event Planning Tips, Wedding Events.
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It’s that time of year! And yes , there is still time to plan your holiday party! Here are our top four tips to helping you maintain a memorable but budget-friendly party. Read more »
By Ursula O'Neill on November 23rd, 2011. Categories: All, Corporate Events, Event Planning Tips, Social Events.
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Being in the catering industry, we are frequently asked our cooking and kitchen advice. Every year at this time, questions turn to how to solve certain common mishaps in the Thanksgiving kitchen as folks who normally do not cook this extensively throughout the year, endeavor to do so with gusto one solitary day when so much is resting on the success of the meal. Catering Connection Owner/Founder Ursula O’Neill and her lead Chef Mark teamed up to provide the top 5 questions (or dilemmas) they are asked about each year. Here are their suggestions: Read more »
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When someone asks us “What is a great quintessential Santa Barbara location that really showcases the flavor of Santa Barbara?” It is almost always certain that we will recommend The Santa Barbara Historical Museum as one of the loveliest settings here. The layout allows for different set up options and the flavor is Spanish courtyard and at night, with the right lighting and soft glow of candles, it is simply magical. Best of all, Read more »
By Ursula O'Neill on November 20th, 2011. Categories: All, Wedding Events.
Tags: Bella Vista Designs, Gavin Roy, Juniper Floral, Santa Barbara Historical Museum weddings, santa barbara wedding caterers, santa barbara wedding catering, santa barbara wedding locations, SBDJ's; Santa Barbara DJs, wedding DJs
Just as every couple is unique, so is every wedding location. One of the things we love most about working the same locations in Santa Barbara is that every wedding done is differently at that location. This bride and groom really had some fun Read more »
By Ursula O'Neill on November 15th, 2011. Categories: All, Wedding Events.
Tags: bella vista lighting, elings park weddings, linda blue photography, Music by Bonnie, santa barbara park wedding locations, santa barbara wedding locations
With holiday parties and New Year’s Eve flirting with us from around the corner – and even prime fundraiser season coming up in the new year, now is a great time to think of some refreshing party ideas. Create an experience for your guests- Read more »
By Ursula O'Neill on October 27th, 2011. Categories: All, Corporate Events, Event Planning Tips, Fundraising Events, Social Events.
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One of the fantastic benefits of being in the catering industry is solving challenges. I don’t believe that there is anything that should create friction and ultimately be a lose-lose for all parties involved. I think , just like any great relationship or marriage, the secret of success is in Read more »
By Ursula O'Neill on October 24th, 2011. Categories: All, Corporate Events, Event Planning Tips, Social Events, Wedding Events.
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