We at GG! are so excited by the flurry of same-sex weddings in California. It has been moving and exhilarating to see the pure joy on couples' faces as they finally say "I do!" Three cheers for equality and LOVE!
As couples begin to plan the weddings they have always dreamed of, we offer some inspiration with a look back at two gorgeous weddings with different styles and many wonderful personal touches.
With a fabulous backdrop of sea and sky, Valerie and Sue's wedding at the Adamson House was simple and elegant, studded with a riot of fall colors—magenta, poppy, copper, wine, violet and peach—from the stunning florals atop the cake and scattered on the grass to the brilliant sequined linens on the tabletops. It was a true celebration of love and family, perfectly capturing the couple's warmth, joy, sense of adventure and excitement for the future.
Kevin and Dennis always knew they wanted an ultra chic, sophisticated, but fun wedding..."think Cary Grant goes to the Vanderbilt's for the weekend." With only six weeks to plan, we helped them put their stylish stamp on everything, literally, with a signature Devintini drink and monogrammed dance floor and fabulous details like the whimsical appetizer library and a mirrored table laden with gorgeous crystal escort cards.
Here's to making your wedding day fabulous and delicious! Check out our Pinterest boards for more inspiration.
Valerie and Sue's wedding photos by Paul F. Gero Photography
Dennis and Kevin's wedding photos by Will Henshall, Brilliant Studios LA
As couples begin to plan the weddings they have always dreamed of, we offer some inspiration with a look back at two gorgeous weddings with different styles and many wonderful personal touches.
With a fabulous backdrop of sea and sky, Valerie and Sue's wedding at the Adamson House was simple and elegant, studded with a riot of fall colors—magenta, poppy, copper, wine, violet and peach—from the stunning florals atop the cake and scattered on the grass to the brilliant sequined linens on the tabletops. It was a true celebration of love and family, perfectly capturing the couple's warmth, joy, sense of adventure and excitement for the future.
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| The beauty of love at the Adamson House |
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| A backdrop of sea, sky and flowers at the ceremony |
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| All the warmth of family |
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| A centerpiece commemorating the couple's family ties & love journey |
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| We love the sequined tabletop! |
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| The gorgeous wedding cake from Sweet Lady Jane |
PREVIEW
Scallop Lemongrass
grilled fresh scallops scented with a lightly curried lemongrass
served on sugar cane
Smoked Chicken Parmesan Cradle
smoked chicken with basil, lemon aioli
Ahi Tuna Tartare Cone
seared ahi tuna tartar in sesame wonton cone
Shots of Green Gazpacho Shrimp
gazpacho of roasted tomatillos, cucumber, jalapeno, cilantro
served with rock shrimp in shot glass
Chicken Caesar Salad Cone
grilled chicken Caesar salad in petite baked cone
Mac and Cheese Cupcake
creamy macaroni cheddar cheese cupcake
with a panko gratin crust
Chicken Brie Zucchini Purse
grilled herb chicken tossed with creamy brie,
zucchini and roasted fennel in golden phyllo purse
BEGIN
Yellow and Green Zucchini Carpaccio
very thinly sliced yellow and green zucchini topped with
baby arugula salad, grilled hearts of palm, roasted pine nuts
lemon olive oil dressing and shaved parmesan
MAIN
Black Pepper Crusted Beef Tenderloin and
Pan Seared Scallops
Pan Seared Scallops
medium rare beef tenderloin medallion crowned with
melange of shitake mushrooms and leeks
duo pan seared scallops with chimichurri and spinach
crushed potatoes and three color baby carrots
melange of shitake mushrooms and leeks
duo pan seared scallops with chimichurri and spinach
crushed potatoes and three color baby carrots
Kevin and Dennis always knew they wanted an ultra chic, sophisticated, but fun wedding..."think Cary Grant goes to the Vanderbilt's for the weekend." With only six weeks to plan, we helped them put their stylish stamp on everything, literally, with a signature Devintini drink and monogrammed dance floor and fabulous details like the whimsical appetizer library and a mirrored table laden with gorgeous crystal escort cards.
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| Ceremony at sunset |
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| The glittering escort card table |
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| Selections from the appetizer library |
PREVIEW
Beef Roulade
medium rare beef tenderloin ribbon
wrapped around enoki mushroom
baby watercress and gorgonzola mash
Caprese Salad Skewer
fresh mozzarella, basil, yellow and red pear tomato
aged balsamic glaze
Apple Wood Smoked Salmon Phyllo Basket
fresh salmon smoked with apple wood chips placed in
hand-made phyllo basket topped with chive and creme fraiche
Chicken Salsa Tortilla Spoon
five spiced crushed chicken with oven charred salsa
topped with avocado jalapeno crumbs on edible tortilla spoon
Cremini Mushroom Risotto
pan roasted cremini mushroom filled with chianti stained risotto
carmelized pear and bleu cheese
FROM THE APPETIZER LIBRARY
Beef Roulade
medium rare beef tenderloin ribbon
wrapped around enoki mushroom
baby watercress and gorgonzola mash
Caprese Salad Skewer
fresh mozzarella, basil, yellow and red pear tomato
aged balsamic glaze
Apple Wood Smoked Salmon Phyllo Basket
fresh salmon smoked with apple wood chips placed in
hand-made phyllo basket topped with chive and creme fraiche
Chicken Salsa Tortilla Spoon
five spiced crushed chicken with oven charred salsa
topped with avocado jalapeno crumbs on edible tortilla spoon
Cremini Mushroom Risotto
pan roasted cremini mushroom filled with chianti stained risotto
carmelized pear and bleu cheese
FROM THE APPETIZER LIBRARY
Oyster Shooters
baby oysters with vodka, horseradish, cocktail sauce
tabasco, lemon and chopped parsley
Shades of Green Crudites Box
small white box filled with shades of green crudites of
endive, green bean, snowpeas, green pepper,
green zucchini and asparagus
green goddess dipping sauce
small white box filled with shades of green crudites of
endive, green bean, snowpeas, green pepper,
green zucchini and asparagus
green goddess dipping sauce
Spanakopita
wilted spinach and feta
wrapped in golden phyllo pastry
Grilled Shrimp Cocktail Chimichurri
grilled shrimp and chimichurri sauce in small cosmo shot glass
Tiny Tapas Tray
herbed bread sticks, skewer marinated olives, bocconcini
rosette of prosciutto and roasted peppers
carafe of olive oil balsamic
Drunken Tomato Zatar
small black cube filled with currant tomatoes and splash of vodka
dusted with zatar spices
BEGIN
wilted spinach and feta
wrapped in golden phyllo pastry
Grilled Shrimp Cocktail Chimichurri
grilled shrimp and chimichurri sauce in small cosmo shot glass
Tiny Tapas Tray
herbed bread sticks, skewer marinated olives, bocconcini
rosette of prosciutto and roasted peppers
carafe of olive oil balsamic
Drunken Tomato Zatar
small black cube filled with currant tomatoes and splash of vodka
dusted with zatar spices
BEGIN
Soup and Salad Dynamic Duo
Caprese stack of burrata cheese, heirloom tomatoes,
basil and aged balsamic with
the perfect sip of smokey tomato soup
grilled smoked cheese and sun-dried tomato pesto panini
Caprese stack of burrata cheese, heirloom tomatoes,
basil and aged balsamic with
the perfect sip of smokey tomato soup
grilled smoked cheese and sun-dried tomato pesto panini
MAIN
The Love of Beef
Guinness-braised English cut beef short rib
beef tenderloin medallions
wild mushroom demi glaze
mashed potatoes and haricot vert bundle
Guinness-braised English cut beef short rib
beef tenderloin medallions
wild mushroom demi glaze
mashed potatoes and haricot vert bundle
Grilled Black Cod
fresh Pacific black cod on a bed of
white bean tomato stew with spinach
haricot vert bundle
fresh Pacific black cod on a bed of
white bean tomato stew with spinach
haricot vert bundle
INDULGE
The Love of Cookies and Strawberries
hazelnut shortbread, florentine brownies, coconut macaroons
sugar heart cookies and thumb print cookies
chocolate-dipped and plain strawberries
Sticky Toffee Pudding
petite pyramid sticky toffee pudding topped with spun sugar with
creamers of creme anglais and caramel sauce
Demi Tasse Tiramisu Chocolate Cup
espresso soaked sponge layered with mascarpone cream with
chocolate chunks in small chocolate espresso cup
dusted with cocoa
Dark Chocolate Truffle Crocumbouche
dark chocolate ganache with hazelnut praline covered with
dark chocolate formed into a crocumbouche tree
Vanilla Bean Rice Empanada
arborio rice poached with vanilla bean and mango puree
wrapped in a crispy tortilla dusted with cinnamon sugar
hazelnut shortbread, florentine brownies, coconut macaroons
sugar heart cookies and thumb print cookies
chocolate-dipped and plain strawberries
Sticky Toffee Pudding
petite pyramid sticky toffee pudding topped with spun sugar with
creamers of creme anglais and caramel sauce
Demi Tasse Tiramisu Chocolate Cup
espresso soaked sponge layered with mascarpone cream with
chocolate chunks in small chocolate espresso cup
dusted with cocoa
Dark Chocolate Truffle Crocumbouche
dark chocolate ganache with hazelnut praline covered with
dark chocolate formed into a crocumbouche tree
Vanilla Bean Rice Empanada
arborio rice poached with vanilla bean and mango puree
wrapped in a crispy tortilla dusted with cinnamon sugar
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| The elegant tent designed as a forties supper club |
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| Dance floor with fabulous custom-designed crest |
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| Deco-inspired detail |
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| The Love of Beef |
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| An exquisite cake fit for the Vanderbilts |
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| First dance! |
Valerie and Sue's wedding photos by Paul F. Gero Photography
Dennis and Kevin's wedding photos by Will Henshall, Brilliant Studios LA
