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Phenomenal Parties: Gardens of the World Ball 2011

Posted in Phenomenal Parties, tagged Epting Events, Gardens of the World Ball, Kelly Wegel Photography, Parties to Die For, Provence Themed Parties, The State Botanical Gardens, The State Botanical Gardens of Athens, The State Botanical Gardens of Georgia on May 18, 2011| Leave a Comment »

Every year, the State Botanical Gardens hosts the Gardens of the World Ball, naturally the theme is based on a country or region this year was Provence. Now, if you know Lee Epting, you know once he has a theme in his head there is no stopping him. He worked with the committee and Kathy Rainer to come up with the menu and they decided to turn the garden into a French marketplace. We had custom made awnings made to create a French Cafe. The garden was completely transformed, the atmosphere and menu made guests feel like they were actually in France.

~ Passed Hors d’oeuvre ~
Cherry Tomatoes with Boursin Cheese & Balsamico
Filo Cups with Whipped Chevre, Georgia Honey & Spiced Pecans
Panko Crusted Fried Shrimp with Sweet Chili Sauce

~ Wine Barrels ~
Local Goat Cheese with Lavender & Honey
Artisanal Bread

~ Salad ~
Salad Provencal
Spring Mix, Candied Walnuts, Caramelized Pears & Caramelized Apples

~ Entrée ~
Coq au Vin Blanc
Steak au Poivre
Roasted Golden Beets with Thyme & Honey
Oven Roasted Fingerlings with Herb Butter
Lightly Grilled Asparagus with Lemon, Garlic & Butter
Glazed Roasted Heirloom Carrots
Cheese Biscuits

~ Dessert ~
Chocolate Brule with Two Pirouette Cookies