As we’ve seen thus far, this couple surely has no problem bringing out their personality through the menu at their rehearsal dinner, and as I’m sure you can all assume, they did that again at their reception’s social hour. This menu, while a bit more gourmet than their rehearsal dinner, still brought a flavor and flare all their own, while incorporating the Caribbean and summer style shown in their decor. 

While many people choose to have a crudites display during this hour, which is always a winner, this couple took a different route with a fondue display. This featured a variety of fondues, assorted crackers, crustinis, and fruits (I love this idea. Let’s the fun start right in the beginning!). The display was accompanied by some passed hors d’oeuvres. These included: mini chicken kabobs, mini tenderloin kabobs, sausage stuffed mushroom caps, scallops wrapped in bacon (these, while always a hit anywhere, are PHENOMENAL at the Log Cabin, I’ve never seen anything go so quickly!), gorgonzola potato pancakes with shaved sirloin, and fried shrimp with mango salsa. This last bit, the shrimp with mango salsa, really stuck out for me. It’s the perfect thing for this type of wedding. A clearly summer food with Caribbean influences that allows for some fun while eating. 

The social hour, though it sounds complete with the food, only gets better. Even though it was a bit of a rainy day, the Log Cabin had a plan for that. The social hour, which normally would be held mostly outside with the amazing view over the valley (see below picture!) was held in the Southampton Room, so there was no stressing over the rain here! 

(On a clear night, the view at dusk from the Log Cabin is amazing!) 

This social hour gets even better with the entertainment. This couple, staying with their summery, Caribbean theme had some live music. Not just any live music of course, but music provided by a steel drum player. Pairing this entertainment and some frozen drinks and their signature drink (one of my favorite trends! One that personalizes your wedding with little effort!), the “Plantini”, this social hour was sure to set the tone for the rest of the evening. 

I wonder what this couple had in mind for the rest of the evening….check back tomorrow to find out :)