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Thursday, December 8, 2011
French Inspired Wedding Details
Looking to add a little "ooh la la" to your wedding? Trying to put together a reception with that perfect "je ne sais quoi"? Why not give your wedding a chic European flair with these fabulous French-inspired wedding details? The results are sure to be "magnifique"!
When planning a wedding with French details, the only place to begin is with the wine. Make your wedding an event to remember by serving a flight of fine French wines with dinner. What that means is that a sommelier pairs each course of the meal with a wine which is the perfect complement to the food. It is a truly fine way to present an elegant dinner. Another idea would be to have a tasting of a selection of French wines during the cocktail hour, led by a wine expert. If you want to carry this theme farther, have your rehearsal dinner at an elegant wine bar (most will have private rooms for hosting parties). Naturally, French Champagne will be a priority for any Francophile's wedding!
The food will be one of the highlights at a French-inspired wedding. You can really make a splash during the cocktail hour with passed hors d'oeuvres such as canapes and mini quiches and stations overflowing with French cheeses (Brie in puff pastry!) and fresh baguettes. For dinner, consider serving classic French fare like escargots, poulet a la Provencale (chicken sauteed with white wine, capers, garlic, leeks and tomatoes), or filet mignon (make it special by topping it with a tasty French sauce). Small trays of French pastries would be a wonderful dessert course. Follow with either a regular tiered wedding cake with a French design such as fleur-de-lis, or opt for the authentic French wedding cake, the croquembouche.
Little French touches can be infused throughout the rest of the wedding. The bride can wear a gown made from French lace paired with glamorous bridal jewelry. Can't afford Cartier for your bridal jewelry? Then take your inspiration from another famous French designer, Coco Chanel, and wear fabulous fakes or ropes of layered pearls. Hair should be chic and sophisticated, and naturally a classic French manicure would be the perfect beauty treatment.
Music is a wonderful way to convey a mood at a wedding, so why not treat your guests to classic French songs such as those by Edith Piaf, the beloved French chantuese. In addition to her well known version of "La Vie en Rose", she has a range of upbeat songs such as "Milord" to get guests in the mood to dance. Speaking of roses, the sophisticated and romantic flower would make a lovely decoration for the reception tables.
Bring French accents to your wedding wherever you can. Vintage postcards of Paris would make marvelous save-the-date cards. Splits of French Champagne or wine could be the wedding favors, perhaps personalized with a tag reading "merci". The style and romance of France is a wonderful source of inspiration for a memorable and chic wedding.
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Sunday, December 4, 2011
Homage to Fromage allotment 3
In part 3 of Homage to Fromage, Jennifer will show Alex, Jen and special guest Nick a way to liven up a Baked Brie and make it a heartier appetizer for your Cheese Party.
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