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Please visit <a href="http://www.alwaysperfectcatering.com/">www.alwaysperfectcatering.com</a> for our new and improved website AND blog!About ushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11774820388677089528noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5132481750161617633.post-49481543266029743332012-07-30T11:40:00.006-07:002012-08-02T17:02:12.634-07:00Foods an Olympian Athlete EatsWhen you picture an Olympic athlete don't you think of a muscular body full of power and grace? We do, too. As a Portland catering company, we're obsessed with what people eat...and that's what spurned on a search for what Olympic athletes eat to fuel those bodies.<br />
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Here's what we found:<br />
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<span itemprop="articleBody"><b>Ohan Blake</b>, the Jamaican sprinter and
100-meter world champion, has been stealing the show on the track. Where does he get his stamina? 16 bananas a day. Wowza! That's three-quarters the amount of calories an average person needs in a day - he eats in bananas. </span><br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjca7O84RvP58uWlR13RyL16aiUj9HiFN5D5JeUuYzyyWwFOHi6_1gLG2s-a7C5TmVApD86_68SLga9LwML1x86wy290Xx0_RhNdldlbQH5yM-nihTP9JIFk36bxCcCshh5UwZOr5Jh8M8/s1600/ronald_mcdonald_jumping.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="182" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjca7O84RvP58uWlR13RyL16aiUj9HiFN5D5JeUuYzyyWwFOHi6_1gLG2s-a7C5TmVApD86_68SLga9LwML1x86wy290Xx0_RhNdldlbQH5yM-nihTP9JIFk36bxCcCshh5UwZOr5Jh8M8/s200/ronald_mcdonald_jumping.jpg" width="200" /></a><span itemprop="articleBody"><b>U.S. gymnast Aly Raisman</b> is a first time Olympic Games contestant but she swears by chocolate milk. That's right..chocolate. She claims that it's been scientifically proven to be the best recovery drink that you can have after a workout. I'll drink to that. :) </span><br />
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<span itemprop="articleBody"><b>Ryan Lochte</b>, a Michael Phelps teammate, is known to have a bit of an obsession with fast food. While competing at the Beijing Olympic Games in '08, Ryan apparently only ate McDonald's
throughout his entire two-week stay. He publicly announced backing off
of the greasy goods but if he does choose to visit the </span><span itemprop="articleBody">world's largest Mickey D's parked just outside the Olympic Arena</span><span itemprop="articleBody">slip, it shouldn't be too
hard to keep the energy up — after all, it'll only take 21 and a half
Big Macs to meet Phelps' minimum of 12,000 calories a day.</span><br />
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<span itemprop="articleBody">Even though Olympian athletes are determined powerhouses, it's nice to know that they're human too.</span><br />
<span itemprop="articleBody"><br /></span>About ushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11774820388677089528noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5132481750161617633.post-3884288058914527942012-07-24T13:56:00.002-07:002012-08-02T16:59:22.669-07:00Bachelorette Party Food Ideas<div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">
<span style="font-size: small;">So, you're the maid of honor, and it's up to you to throw the bachelorette party. What should you serve?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Bachelorette party foods can vary depending on what type of party
you're having. If you're having a luncheon, then you're going to be
having a full menu.</span></div>
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If you're doing a cocktail party,
then you're going to be doing smaller items, but if people are
going to be drinking, have some hardy meals in there, or hardy food to help them absorb some of the alcohol. </div>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;">Do not get the
bachelorette too tipsy, since you want her to
remember her fun time!</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">If the bachelorette
doesn't drink, don't force her, since it is her time
to shine and have fun!</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">Make sure to have a
sober driver if you are driving around. You want to
have fun and have everyone safe as well.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: small;">If drinking a strong
alcohol, make sure to choose a reputable and quality
brand, so there are less chances of headaches and
feeling sick (unless drinking too much, since we
cannot help you at that point!).</span></li>
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<span style="font-size: small;">There are several ways to highlight the bachelorette with dessert. You can either serve cupcakes with bride pop sticks, cookies shaped as wedding dresses or sorbet made with the wedding colors.</span></div>
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</tbody></table>About ushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11774820388677089528noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5132481750161617633.post-16116153319167708352012-07-17T08:56:00.001-07:002012-08-02T17:01:12.429-07:00Weird Wedding Superstitions<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Friday the 13th is over but the weird wedding superstitions live on. We thought they were pretty funny..not so much if you're superstitious though.<br />
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<li>Don't shop for wedding rings on a Friday, especially Friday the 13th. If you do, make sure you invite a feline friend to sip milk out of your wedding shoe. That's suppose to keep the dark spirits away. </li>
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<li>English folklore says that a bride who finds a spider in her wedding gown on her Big Day will have good luck. </li>
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<li>The Greeks believe that a bride who wears a sugar cube in her glove on her wedding day will have a sweeter marriage.</li>
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<li> For Roman brides, wearing a veil down the aisle was thought to disguise
her from evil spirits who were jealous of her happiness. It's also a
sign of good if a bride's veil catches fire while she's at the altar.</li>
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<li>The bride who writes her new married name before the wedding is thought to doom her marriage.</li>
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In your opinion, is there any truth behind these superstitions? What wedding superstition are you keenly aware of?About ushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11774820388677089528noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5132481750161617633.post-40507475771886104772012-07-09T15:06:00.004-07:002012-07-09T15:06:54.933-07:00Unique Portland Wedding Table CenterpieceOne of my favorite wedding themes that I'm so glad to see back in style is the rustic theme. At a recent park wedding the head table was decorated with pine cones from our very own Oregon forest accented with beautiful yet simple flowers.<br />
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What do you think? Inspiring? What have you done to bring back the rustic wedding theme at your Portland wedding?</div>
<br />About ushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11774820388677089528noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5132481750161617633.post-3470359597751241862012-07-02T12:08:00.001-07:002012-07-02T12:08:56.442-07:004th of July Inspired Wedding FoodWith the 4th of July fast approaching and wedding season in full swing we thought it was appropriate to share some 4th of July inspired wedding food trends with you.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Red, white and blue strawberries are perfect for a 4th of July wedding or backyard picnic</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Why not serve finger food sized hamburgers with an All-American twist?</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Cake pops are a huge 2012 wedding trend and these ones come perfectly decorated for the 4th</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Eat healthy while staying patriotic at your July 4th Portland wedding</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Who can say no to Twizzlers wrapped in festive paper?</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Have a "bang" of a time with a 4th of July wedding cake</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Don't forget the jello cups. These are always a hit at 4th of July gatherings</td></tr>
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What are you serving at your Portland 4th of July wedding or picnic? Please share it with our Portland brides below:About ushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11774820388677089528noreply@blogger.com19tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5132481750161617633.post-77439268981107951162012-06-25T10:40:00.004-07:002012-06-27T17:09:44.424-07:00Reese Witherspoon's Wedding Menu<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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We're fascinated by celebrity weddings..and, since Portland brides often ask us to serve what the celebrities serve, then knowing that detail is especially interesting to us.<br />
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One of our favorite weddings is that of Reese Witherspoon and Jim Toth.<br />
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At Los Angeles' swank restaurant, Lucques, they served guests like Gwyneth Paltrow and Kate Hudson <strong></strong>endive salad with meyer lemon, followed by
wild striped bass with potatoes and chanterelles, mustard-grilled
chicken with preserved lemon and green olives, and herb roasted lamb with
braised artichokes, almonds and mint.<br />
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There's been a plethora of celebrity weddings so far in 2012. Did you follow in a celebritie's footsteps for your wedding menu? Please tell us who your favorite celebrity wedding is?About ushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11774820388677089528noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5132481750161617633.post-53118042282630662702012-06-18T12:14:00.002-07:002012-06-18T12:14:29.798-07:00How to Serve American Favorites at a WeddingMost often when we think of food served at a wedding it's...chicken or fish? But when your wedding guest list ranges from toddlers to grandparents with
palettes that run from simpler tastes to gourmet; serving mini
comfort foods with an elegant flair makes everyone happy.<br />
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For example,<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pigs in a Blanket...</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Mini Chocolate Chip Cookies and Milk</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Spaghetti and Meatballs..with a twist!</td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"> </td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Fudge Popsicles?</td></tr>
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Remember, this is your wedding and the sky's the limit when it comes to wedding grub. What's your dream? Which American food do you want at your Portland wedding? We're one of Portland's most innovative wedding caterers...and we want to cater your Portland wedding.<br />
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<br />About ushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11774820388677089528noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5132481750161617633.post-57209335743780280422012-06-13T14:04:00.003-07:002012-06-13T14:04:39.544-07:00Dad's Favorite Father's Day FoodFather's Day is just around the corner and it's time to feed Dad! After all, food is usually the quickest way to a man's heart. :) Here are some all-time favorite Father's Day recipes:<br />
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<b>BBQ Cutlets with Citrus Slaw</b><br />
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<li class="ingredient"><span class="amount">1<span class="value-title" title="1 large"></span></span> <span class="unit">large </span> <span class="name">navel orange</span></li>
<li class="ingredient"><span class="amount">4<span class="value-title" title="4 medium"></span></span> <span class="unit">medium </span> <span class="name">boneless, skinless chicken-breast halves</span></li>
<li class="ingredient"><span class="amount"><span class="value-title" title=" "></span></span><span class="unit"> </span> <span class="name">Olive oil cooking spray</span></li>
<li class="ingredient"><span class="amount"> 3/4</span> <span class="unit">cup(s) </span> <span class="name">bottled barbecue sauce</span></li>
<li class="ingredient"><span class="amount">1<span class="value-title" title="1 teaspoon(s)"></span></span> <span class="unit">teaspoon(s) </span> <span class="name">Dijon mustard</span></li>
<li class="ingredient"><span class="amount">8<span class="value-title" title="8 ounce(s)"></span></span> <span class="unit">ounce(s) </span> <span class="name">shredded cabbage mix for coleslaw</span></li>
<li class="ingredient"><span class="amount"> 3/4</span> <span class="unit">bulb(s) </span> <span class="name">fennel</span></li>
<li class="ingredient"><span class="amount">1<span class="value-title" title="1 tablespoon(s)"></span></span> <span class="unit">tablespoon(s) </span> <span class="name">white wine vinegar</span></li>
<li class="ingredient"><span class="amount"><span class="value-title" title=" "></span></span><span class="unit"> </span> <span class="name">Salt and pepper</span></li>
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Directions</div>
<ol class="directions instructions">
<li><span>From orange, grate 1 1/2
teaspoons peel. With knife, cut remaining peel and white pith from
orange and discard. Holding orange over small bowl
to catch juice, cut out segments between membranes; drop segments into
bowl. With slotted spoon, transfer segments to cutting board; coarsely
chop. Reserve 2 tablespoons orange juice.</span></li>
<li><span>With meat mallet, pound chicken (placed between 2 sheets plastic wrap) to an even 1/2-inch thickness.</span></li>
<li><span>Spray large ridged grill pan
with cooking spray and heat over medium-high until hot. Meanwhile,
combine barbecue sauce, Dijon, and 1 teaspoon peel; reserve 1/4 cup
sauce for serving.</span></li>
<li><span>Place chicken on grill pan;
cook 4 minutes, turning once. Generously brush chicken with remaining
barbecue-sauce mixture; cook 3 to 4 minutes longer or until chicken is
no longer pink throughout, turning often and brushing with sauce
frequently.</span></li>
<li><span>While chicken is cooking, make
citrus slaw: In large bowl, mix orange pieces, reserved juice, cabbage
mix, fennel, vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground
black pepper, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon peel; toss to combine. Makes 4
1/2 cups slaw.</span></li>
<li><span>Serve slaw with chicken; garnish with fennel fronds.</span></li>
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<span><b> Flank Steak with Oven Fries</b></span><br />
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<li class="ingredient"><span class="amount">3<span class="value-title" title="3 medium"></span></span> <span class="unit">medium </span> (8 ounces each) <span class="name">russet (baking) potatoes</span></li>
<li class="ingredient"><span class="amount">3<span class="value-title" title="3 teaspoon(s)"></span></span> <span class="unit">teaspoon(s) </span> <span class="name">olive oil</span></li>
<li class="ingredient"><span class="amount"> 1/2</span> <span class="unit">teaspoon(s) </span> <span class="name">salt</span></li>
<li class="ingredient"><span class="amount"> 1/4</span> <span class="unit">teaspoon(s) </span> <span class="name">coarsely ground black pepper</span></li>
<li class="ingredient"><span class="amount">1 1/4</span> <span class="unit">pound(s) </span> <span class="name">beef flank steak</span>, trimmed of fat</li>
<li class="ingredient"><span class="amount"> 1/2</span> <span class="unit">teaspoon(s) </span> <span class="name">dried tarragon</span></li>
<li class="ingredient"><span class="amount">1<span class="value-title" title="1 medium"></span></span> <span class="unit">medium </span> <span class="name">shallot</span>, minced</li>
<li class="ingredient"><span class="amount"> 3/4</span> <span class="unit">cup(s) </span> <span class="name">dry red wine</span></li>
<li class="ingredient"><span class="amount">1<span class="value-title" title="1 bag(s)"></span></span> <span class="unit">bag(s) </span> (9-ounce) <span class="name">microwave-in-the-bag baby spinach</span></li>
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Directions</div>
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<li><span>Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Cut each unpeeled potato crosswise in half, then cut each half lengthwise into 8 wedges.</span></li>
<li><span>Spray 15 1/2" by 10 1/2"
jelly-roll pan with nonstick cooking spray. Place potatoes in pan and
toss with 2 teaspoons oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon coarsely
ground black pepper. Roast potatoes in oven 25 minutes or until
fork-tender and beginning to brown, stirring once halfway through
roasting.</span></li>
<li><span>Meanwhile, rub steak with
tarragon and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt to season both sides. Heat
12-inch cast-iron or other heavy skillet on medium-high. Add 1 teaspoon
oil and steak; cook 12 minutes for medium, or
until desired doneness, turning over once. Transfer steak to cutting
board. To same skillet, add shallot and cook 1 minute, stirring. Add
wine and heat to boiling; boil 2 minutes or until reduced to 1/3 cup.</span></li>
<li><span>Cook spinach in microwave as label directs. Thinly slice steak and serve with wine sauce, potatoes, and spinach.</span></li>
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What are you serving your Dad for Father's Day? If cooking isn't your forte but you'd like to serve Dad something special give us a call. We cater small family gatherings as well as large events in Portland.<br />
<br /><span></span><span> </span>About ushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11774820388677089528noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5132481750161617633.post-73427563202532947702012-06-04T14:30:00.002-07:002012-06-04T14:30:37.312-07:00Mashed Potato Bar at a Wedding?You're not going to believe what the new trend in wedding food is...mashed potato bars. The mashed potatoes are usually served in a martini glass and respectably called "mashtinis."(fun huh) <br />
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The popular toppings for this ever so FAB new wedding trend is:<br />
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<ul>
<li>bacon</li>
<li>cheese</li>
<li>sour cream</li>
<li>ham</li>
<li>broccoli</li>
<li>salsa</li>
<li>red peppers</li>
<li></li>
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The options are endless! You can also have themed mashtinis. If you love Mexican food, have a Mexican mashed potato bar. If Mediterranean is more your thing, have plenty of feta, olives and tomatoes on hand for a Mediterranean mashed potato bar.<br />
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If you don’t have a mashed potato bar at your wedding, why not serve mashtinis at your wedding shower or rehearsal dinner? What a fun, out of the ordinary way to celebrate your new life.About ushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11774820388677089528noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5132481750161617633.post-66103070682054436602012-05-28T10:08:00.000-07:002012-06-01T16:12:08.859-07:00Food served at Mark Zuckerberg weddingAlong with all the hype being that of Facebook billionaire's wedding comes the details of their wedding...and we're most interested in the food they served.<br />
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The Zuckerberg's guests enjoyed modest sushi and Mexican fare from
the couple's two favorite restaurants in the Palo Alto, Calif. area --
Palo Alto Sol and Fuki Sushi. The Mexican entrees reportedly cost $7.50
for each person, according to <a href="http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2148800/Mark-Zuckerberg-wedding-Facebook-founder-wrote-vows-Priscilla-walked-dog-aisle.html#ixzz1w5O1QYcF" target="_blank"><em>The Daily Mail</em></a><br />
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Guests also enjoyed chocolate "mice" from chocolatier L.A. Burdick -- treats that the couple shared on their first date.<br />
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Food at a wedding doesn't have to be extravagant to be a hit. Many couples, like the Zuckerberg's, incorporate food that has a special meaning...like chocolate "mice." What food has a special meaning to you and how do you plan to incorporate it into your wedding?About ushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11774820388677089528noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5132481750161617633.post-20767819310096488672012-05-21T15:48:00.000-07:002012-05-21T15:52:11.801-07:00How to have a Memorial Day feastMemorial Day is a celebration of sacrifice and to remember the precious lives lost during war. For many, it also marks the beginning of summer. Memorial Day most often is celebrated with friends and family at a backyard BBQ or park.<br />
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If you're hosting this years Memorial Day celebration and wondering what to serve you may want to consider the following foods:<br />
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<li>Chips and Salsa - For a twist on the traditional tomato-based salsa, opt for a corn and
black bean salsa instead. This fresh salsa is easy to make from scratch
and features less expensive ingredients than tomatoes. Mix together corn kernels, cooked black beans, diced red onion, chopped
cilantro, minced jalapenos, minced garlic and a little bit of diced
tomato. Flavor with lime juice and salt. Serve the salsa with tortilla
chips as guests arrive at the party.<br /></li>
<li> Fresh Vegetables - Depending on the weather, serve hot or cold <span class="itxtrst itxtrstspan itxthookspan" id="itxthook2w0" style="background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% transparent; color: black; font-size: inherit; font-weight: inherit;">fresh</span><span class="itxtrst itxtrstspan itxthookspan" id="itxthook2w1" style="background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% transparent; color: black; font-size: inherit; font-weight: inherit;"> </span><span class="itxtrst itxtrstspan itxthookspan" id="itxthook2w2" style="background: none repeat scroll 0% 0% transparent; color: black; font-size: inherit; font-weight: inherit;">vegetables</span>.
In cold climates, thread vegetables onto skewers and cook them on the
grill until they begin to show signs of blackening. Grilling vegetables
include onions, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, zucchini and mushrooms.
In warmer climates, opt for a cold pasta salad with vegetables instead.<br /></li>
<li>Grilled Meats - Memorial Day weekend is time to bring out the grill for the summer.
Serve grilled meats of your choice at the party. Chicken breasts or
hamburger patties are ideal for making sandwiches. For a fancier meal,
opt for steak or salmon instead. If the party is long enough, cook a
pork shoulder at a low temperature for a few hours and shred it to make
pulled pork sandwiches. Also serve grilled mushrooms for
vegetarians.</li>
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If cooking for your Memorial Day feast doesn't sound fun to you and you'd like to bring in a professional caterer you should call us. It's really not that expensive to have a beautifully catered Memorial Day celebration in Portland.About ushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11774820388677089528noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5132481750161617633.post-54388876863348290752012-05-14T09:48:00.001-07:002012-05-14T09:48:42.981-07:00How much food to serve at a wedding receptionAs a Portland wedding caterer we get asked often how much food and drink each wedding guest will most likely consume..which will determine how much you'll need to serve.<br />
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<li> four to six appetizers, </li>
<li>1/4 to 1/3 pound boneless meat or main entree, </li>
<li>1/2 cup of all side dishes,</li>
<li>1/8 of a 9-inch diameter pie or cake.</li>
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For instance, if there are 100 people coming to your wedding reception, then order 500 appetizer pieces, 30 pounds meat or main dish, 50 cups
of all side dishes and 10 pies or cakes 9 inches in diameter each.<br />
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Serve
300 drinks with a selection of both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.<br />
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If you need assistance in figuring all this out please give us a call. We provide free consultations.<br />
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What did you think? About ushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11774820388677089528noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5132481750161617633.post-37517819583678855452012-05-01T15:53:00.000-07:002012-05-02T16:41:24.402-07:00Wedding vendor spotlight: Postlewait'sThis week I'd like to share with you the beautiful Postlewait's...a spectacular place for a country wedding.<br />
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Postlewait is located in the heart of the Willamette Valley,
between Portland and Salem near historic Aurora and situated on a working farm. It's rustic country warmth and
beautiful park-like grounds makes this the perfect wedding location.<br />
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Majestic trees, lush lawns, water features
and a rippling creek are surrounded by authentic rural sights, providing
the perfect backdrop for your memorable event. True country elegance at
its best! If you'd like to connect with Postlewait's, here's there contact information:<br />
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Site Manager: Jacqueline Helbling (daughter)
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29510 S Barlow Rd<br />
Canby, OR. 97013<br />
(503) 320-0357<br />
(503) 651-2269<br />
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Email: <a href="mailto:postlewaitevents@yahoo.com">postlewaitevents@yahoo.com</a>
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With the recent celebrity engagement announcement of Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie you'll hear wedding planning detail speculations and no doubt the question "Who will cater Brangelina's wedding" will come up.</div>
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<li><b>Mini snacks -</b> <span style="font-weight: normal;">"On the sweet side of receptions, couples are forgoing the
traditional wedding cake and opting for other great alternatives beyond
the cupcakes of years past," says </span>Karen Bussen<span style="font-weight: normal;">, celebrity wedding planner. </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">"Giant towers of fresh strawberries,
croquembouche, and even wedding pies are all great ways to celebrate the
moment."</span></li>
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<li><b>Pies instead of cake -</b> "The most unique thing I have seen lately is the elimination of the
cake all together and incorporating a bevy of pies for that special
'cake cutting' moment," says Kimberly Chiu, owner, CEO and head designer
of Papeterie. </li>
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<li><b>Brunches at home -</b> "Wedding brunches at home are also popular," says Andrea Correale, president and founder of Elegant Affairs.
"They are cost effective and easy to produce with or without a
professional caterer. In this scenerio you don't have to provide a fully
stocked bar. A mimosa would be more than enough." </li>
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<li><b>Little tastings -</b> "Don't over feed," says Jess Gordon,
party planner, author, and event designer. "Do little tastings of
things instead of making every course like you're going to the
chair...go easy on the cocktail hour if you are having a full seated
course dinner or vice versa: splurge on that raw bar for cocktails but
go with lighter tasting fare for the dinner."</li>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;">What are you serving at your wedding? Regardless, the professional wedding caterers of Always Perfect Catering in Portland can arrange the perfect wedding menu fit for a celebrity on a non-celebrity budget.</span><br />
<br />About ushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11774820388677089528noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5132481750161617633.post-5062665817246936852012-04-11T17:08:00.000-07:002012-04-11T17:12:35.547-07:00Who tradtionally gives the wedding toast?<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFrsdfk-miaN428QAqW6gPuBwnnpQxatwu0xaeRcQSW1oy0IZWC_CrH_A9RLsfCc1D2A_cw2FlUq5HdDJ6uu926xRx-do2wD1Yh8Ae2gRHQJt3e-8nedvm4yORdG5zDD1rkQn3Pg8dk0c/s1600/bartender+1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="250" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFrsdfk-miaN428QAqW6gPuBwnnpQxatwu0xaeRcQSW1oy0IZWC_CrH_A9RLsfCc1D2A_cw2FlUq5HdDJ6uu926xRx-do2wD1Yh8Ae2gRHQJt3e-8nedvm4yORdG5zDD1rkQn3Pg8dk0c/s320/bartender+1.jpg" width="320" /></a><span style="font-family: Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;">Wedding
toasts are the traditional way to honor the bride and groom and have become as
much a part of the wedding reception as the bouquet toss. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;">When planning your reception seating charts you should plan on certain people giving toasts. Although anyone who is close to the newlyweds may want to make a toast it's
traditional for certain individuals to do so. </span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;">The best man</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;">The father
of the bride</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;">The father
of the groom</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;">The maid of
honor or matron of honor</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;">The mother
of the bride and groom</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;">Bridesmaids</span></li>
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Here are some tips for cutting costs on your catering bill while still
serving a fabulous selection of food:<br />
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<b>Order Only What You Need -</b> There's no use to order food
that's not going to be eaten. A few weeks before your wedding do a final head count and order the appropriate amount of food.<br /></li>
<li><b>Cut back on walking waiters - </b>Although waiters walking around with plated hors d'oeuvres is elegant, they can be expensive. You will save money if you let your guests serve themselves from trays on nicely decorated tables.<br /></li>
<li>Don't Serve Extra Desserts - A large wedding cake will suffice and allow you to cut back on additional desserts. Many couples make the mistake of ordering two or three additional desserts, plus their wedding cake. Again, it's very elegant but expensive. If you have a great cake, no one will
want dessert.<br /></li>
<li><b>Use Food Stations -</b> Food stations or a buffet table instead of a formal sit down meal will cut your catering bill in half. </li>
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I know it seems funny that a catering company would give you suggestions on how to save money on wedding day catering, but we're here to help you make your Portland wedding memorable, so that you'll recommend us to your friends. We won't oversell you just to line our pockets. Referrals are priceless. We prefer to let our reputation for quality food, along with customer service, put us at the top...and we are on many Portland wedding vendor referral lists. We're here to help you, too.<br />
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<span lang="en-US">Located a short 30 minutes east of Portland and nestled in the heart of the scenic Columbia River Gorge, Bridal Veil Lakes offers 40 acres of lush greenery, beautiful wildflowers and a 100 year old forest surrounding their pristine lake.<span> </span></span></div>
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<span lang="en-US">If you'd like to check out Bridal Veil Lakes simply click on this link and you'll be redirected to their website. Plus, if you book Always Perfect Catering as your wedding caterer at Bridal Veil Lakes and you mention this blog post then you'll receive a special offer.</span></div>
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<br /></div>About ushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11774820388677089528noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5132481750161617633.post-29174447775558203852012-03-21T08:44:00.001-07:002012-03-21T08:48:34.575-07:00Wedding vendor spotlight: Camp Colton<div style="text-align: left;">
Always Perfect Catering often caters Oregon weddings at <a href="http://www.campcolton.com/weddings-chapel/" target="_blank">Camp Colton</a> because of the serenity. Nestled among tall firs and cedars, lush
greenery, beautiful gardens and rushing creeks, the camp is located only
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The serenity of this setting makes for beautiful photos and is why Portland wedding photographers love to shoot weddings at this venue. As a vintage summer camp, <a href="http://www.campcolton.com/weddings-chapel/" target="_blank">Camp Colton</a> offers rustic charm and simple
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<a href="http://www.campcolton.com/weddings-chapel/" target="_blank">Camp Colton</a> offers year-round use of their historic
chapel with beautiful bridal dressing quarters, a spacious reception lodge
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<a href="http://www.campcolton.com/weddings-chapel/" target="_blank">Camp Colton</a> is the perfect location for a romantic and
memorable day for any Oregon wedding.</div>About ushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11774820388677089528noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5132481750161617633.post-66832858298559464292012-03-14T12:55:00.000-07:002012-03-14T13:00:10.187-07:00Vendor spotlight: Ainsworth HouseI'd like to share with you one of our favorite wedding venues in the Portland area....the Ainsworth House.<br />
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Their are many reasons why I just love this location, but a few of my favorites are listed below. When you book a wedding at the Ainsworth House, you'll never pay for the "extras" that most venues charge for, such as:<br />
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•No corkage fees,<br />
•No service charges<br />
•No gratuity<br />
•No cake cutting fee<br />
•No set up fee<br />
•No cleaning fee<br />
•They guarantee that there are no financial surprises, and all costs are fixed at the time of booking – even if that’s two years in advance.<br />
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For more information regarding the Ainsworth House visit their website at <a href="http://www.ainsworthhouse.net/">www.ainsworthhouse.net</a>.About ushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11774820388677089528noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5132481750161617633.post-46103750246327599042012-03-07T09:42:00.000-08:002012-03-07T09:43:17.121-08:005 trendy wedding food ideas<div class="intro">
Wedding food is typically something that people remember and talk about for a very long time. You'll want to ensure that when choosing your wedding menu you have your guests needs in mind as well as keep with the recent trends. </div>
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<li><span style="font-size: small;"><b>Fondue Station</b> - <span style="font-weight: normal;">Fondue is a fun novelty food that's memorable. Who doesn't like dipping strawberries into chocolate or bread into cheese? Offering more than one type of fondue is best considering that your guests tastes will vary from one person to the other.</span></span><br /> </li>
<li><b>Finger Food</b> - There's something fun about eating bite size, gourmet cheeseburger sliders or shots of soup. Bite-size samplers have become one of the hottest
trends in wedding food. <br /><br /></li>
<li><b>Food Stations</b> - These create a very relaxed and conversational atmosphere. When they're not forced to sit at one particular table it gives them the opportunity to mingle with new and different people...all the while enjoying a variety of foods.<br /><br /></li>
<li><b>Sushi Bar</b> - Do I need to say more? Sushi bars are a huge hit in Portland and so will your wedding if you serve sushi. This option is fun but expensive so it may not be suitable for the couple on a tight budget.<br /><br /></li>
<li><b>Eco-Friendly Food</b> - Organic, cage-free, wild caught..your Portland guests will love that you took the time to think about their health..another Portland favorite.</li>
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Wedding caterers in Portland vary as much as the food options available. Whether you choose Always Perfect Catering to cater your Portland wedding or another local favorite make sure your personalities mesh and they're willing to cater to you.About ushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11774820388677089528noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5132481750161617633.post-90094604132699587032012-03-01T11:35:00.001-08:002012-03-01T11:38:12.559-08:00Portland wedding vendors we recommendWe often get phone calls from brides asking for recommended wedding vendors in Portland so we decided to list some of our favorites here for you:<br />
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Cedarville
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Gorge Crest Vineyards <a href="http://www.gorgecrest.com/">www.gorgecrest.com</a></div>
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Knoll Crest
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Camp
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We definitely have others to recommend so please give us a call and we'll help you choose some great wedding vendors in Portland.</div>About ushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11774820388677089528noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5132481750161617633.post-24975901360830904432012-02-22T08:40:00.002-08:002012-02-22T08:53:48.120-08:0010 questions to ask a wedding caterer<span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD10">Food at your wedding is one of the most important elements. Why? Because it's one of those things that people remember. So make sure that the memory your guests will take away from your wedding is a good one. How do you make sure that happens? Serve great food by hiring the right wedding caterer in Portland which requires asking the right questions.</span><br />
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<span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD10">Here are 10 questions you should ask any caterer before hiring them:</span><br />
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<li><b>Are you current on all licenses? </b>A license may not seem that important to you but if they aren't license is it because the state shut them down at one point for causing illnesses? Always ask that question and then double check with the state to see if they really are.<b> </b></li>
<li><b>Can we sample your menu?</b> Rubbery chicken is not a hit a weddings and the only way to tell whether a caterer will serve rubbery chicken is to sample their quality of food. So make sure you set up a "taste test" appointment with the caterer to sample their quality of food.<b> </b></li>
<li><b>Do you have pictures we can look at?</b> This is usually a given and most Portland wedding caterers will have pictures for you to see. But make sure you look at how the food was presented and laid out. Is it orderly or just thrown together? Do you want the photos of the food at your wedding looking like those photos do?</li>
<li><b>Can I see a contract?</b> A contract ensures that you're all on the same page. If they don’t use one, run as fast as you can and don't look back. There should be no question as to what their job is and what you'll be receiving if you hire them. Get it in writing!</li>
<li><b>How do you charge for clean up?</b> If they don't clean up then your family will be left to. Is that what you want? If not, then make sure that clean up is included in their responsibilities. </li>
<li><b>Do you have references?</b> Talk to other brides to see what they thought of that caterer. Were they satisfied? Would they recommend the caterer?</li>
<li><b>When is the final menu selection required?</b>
What if you've chosen what you "thought" was the perfect menu and then your friend from Seattle tells you that they and their entire immediate family are vegetarians. How close to the wedding can you change up your menu if necessary?</li>
<li><b>Are your price quotes final?</b> Be aware that sometimes prices may be subject to change according to the season, gas prices...or whatever. Get the final price quote in writing and in the signed contract.</li>
<li><b>How many servers are there per guest?</b>
Having one server for every 100 guests is unacceptable. You should have at least one server per 25 guests. You may need a few more if this is a seated reception.</li>
<li><b>Are you compatible with your caterer? </b> This is a personal question but you want to make sure that your personalities mesh and that they fully understand (and capable of carrying out) your needs and desires. This is your day.</li>
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For more information about wedding catering and choosing your menu visit our website at <a href="http://www.alwaysperfectcatering.net/">www.alwaysperfectcatering.net</a> or give us a call at <span style="font-family: Monotype Corsiva; font-size: medium;"><b>(503)
465-0400.</b></span> <br />
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