6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
We would love for any guests who will be in town the evening before the wedding to join us at a casual welcome party at one of our favorite bars! Some light food will be available as well. From Hill Prince's owner, the wonderful Chef Rock Harper: Charcuterie boards with cheeses, cured meats, fruit, and artisanal breads | duck fat fried chicken sliders with honey butter sauce (cont. dairy) | Old Bay seasoned and sea salt & butter popcorn (V, GF) | spinach and artichoke dip with tortilla chips and crudités (V) | shrimp cocktail | crab deviled eggs (GF) From Chaia, our favorite taco spot (all vegetarian, gluten-free, and nut-free): Braised mushroom tacos (with a vegan version available) | creamy kale & potato tacos | chipotle sweet potato hash tacos (with a vegan version available) | cinnamon coconut cookies (made by Rise Gluten-Free Bakery) There will also be cookies from Bee J's, a nut-free local bakery!
3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
We recommend cocktail attire that is comfortable for the outdoor setting!
Shuttles will be available for out-of-town guests, departing from the Kimpton Monaco at approximately 2:30 PM. Complimentary parking is available at the Cottage for guests who would prefer to drive. Since the property also houses a retirement home and a school, the Cottage's security policy requests that all guests bring ID.
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Passed hors d'oeuvres will be available: Baby BLT | Southwest Chicken Truffle (GF) | Pimento Deviled Eggs (V, GF) | Heirloom Carrot Tartare (VG, GF) | Rainbow Roll (VG, GF)
5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
We will have shuttles to take guests from the reception to the after-party at the end of the evening! Three stations will be available for dinner: Burrata Bar (v) Heirloom tomatoes | fresh burrata | fresh basil & mint | compressed strawberries | homemade crackers, mini sweet potato biscuits, corn muffins, homemade GF crackers | balsamic reduction & basil vinaigrette Carving Station Grilled vegetables (V) | herb-rubbed grilled bone-in ribeye steak or cauliflower steak (VG) served with grilled asparagus | saffron & sour cherry rice (GF, VG) | chimichurri & bearnaise sauce Chicago-Inspired Hotdog Bar Vienna Beef hotdogs or veggie dogs (GF buns available) | beef chili | diced red onions, pickled relish, dijon mustard, ketchup, cheddar cheese | served with waffle fries (GF) Dessert will include cake (with a gluten-free option) and ice cream (with a dairy-free sorbet)!
8:30 pm - 11:45 pm
Late-night party snacks to include: Vegetarian sushi (VG, GF) | veggie burger sliders (on gluten-free buns) (V, GF) | pulled pork sliders with BBQ sauce | Dirty Habit sliders with American cheese & mumbo sauce | french fries (VG, GF) | dessert board - mini carrot cakes, banana pudding, german chocolate cake, key lime pie tarts, fruit (contains nuts)
8:00 am - 11:00 am
There will be a breakfast buffet available at the Kimpton Monaco for anyone who would like to stop by! We will be in the Athens conference room and options will include fruit, pastries, coffee, tea, and juice, as well as: Scrambled eggs with chives | breakfast potatoes | applewood smoked bacon & sausage links | French toast