Who: Laura and David | When: February 2018 | Where: Millbridge Court

With months of planning and preparation involved, the big day itself can feel overwhelming, but Laura and David’s laidback approach – along with a few quirky surprises – made it a breeze to create a relaxed and interactive vibe throughout their beautiful wedding. After weeks of snow and cold weather, they were blessed with a gloriously bright February day, celebrated in the grounds of Millbridge Court.

Laura and David wanted to make sure that all ages felt included, so they dispensed with too much formality. At the celebrations after the ceremony, guests mingled while elegantly style platters of canapés presented in copper cages were circulated. Later on, the main meal was a chance for everyone to sit and chatter over a three course menu of flavourful red pepper and vine tomato soup, then a deliciously tender pork belly served on creamy mash. And finally, a dish which entirely summed up the mood of the day was unveiled – a Sharing Summer Berry Pavlova. Each table was delivered a generous sharing-sized tiered pavlova, heaped with bright, ripe berries, a berry compote, cream and scattered with edible flowers. To add to the fun, one person from each table was invited to wear a chef’s hat and moustache while serving up this gorgeous, interactive creation.

Laura and David contacted us immediately afterwards to pass on their thanks for such a special day…

‘Oh wow, what an incredible wedding day we had yesterday! I honestly can’t thank you enough making everything run so smoothly and making our day just everything we’ve been dreaming of. We will of course be in touch when we are back from honeymoon with a proper thank you but wanted to make sure you know how grateful we are before jetting off.’

If you’d like to talk to us about how we can create a menu which is perfect for your special day, do get in touch at info@kalmkitchen.co.uk or call us on 01483 813360.

Credits… Photography: Philippa Sian {www.philippa-sian.co.uk} Flowers: Longacres  {www.longacres.co.uk} Venue: Millbridge Court {www.millbridgecourt.co.uk}

We’re lucky enough to work with some of Surrey’s most fabulous venues, and one of our most long-standing and successful partnerships is with Millbridge Court. With a shared passion for the little details, our teams have worked together to create lasting memories with so many stunning couples! Here’s just a little on why we love it so much…

Where… Just outside Farnham, on the borders of Hampshire and Surrey.

What… A totally unique wedding and events venue with a spectacular seven-bedroom boutique hotel and on-site restaurant kitchen where we create bespoke menus using the freshest ingredients. This summer Millbridge Court has also added a Hideaway Secret Garden – this tranquil botanical sanctuary just beyond Millbridge’s beautiful flower meadow is the perfect place to create extra magical moments during your celebrations.

We love… We’ve hosted many amazing weddings here, and can safely say that for any couples this is a dream venue. The balance of contemporary design and country home works perfectly and instantly makes you feel special when you walk through the front door.

For more information on Millbridge Court, visit their website here

Credits: Images courtesy of Millbridge Court

Who: Thily & Wain | When: July 2016 | Where: Fetcham Park

You might as well aim high when planning a once-in-a-lifetime celebration, and Thily and Wain came up with an emphatic brief for their day: ‘Create that luxurious wow factor!’ Set in the magnificent grounds of Fetcham Park, guests gathered to start the day with an ancient Chinese wedding tradition, which sees the groom compete in a series of tests and games (known as door games) before he can claim his bride! This was shortly followed by a beautifully styled brunch in the garden, consisting of pastries, fruit skewers, smoked salmon blinis, fresh juice and mini granola pots, all presented on vintage-style ladder shelving.

With the guests well fed and entertained by the door games, the nuptials commenced, followed by a tea ceremony, and then a selection of canapés was circulated on the terrace and in the stunning grounds. As dusk fell, guests took their seats for a sumptuous meal, and then afterwards a night of dancing.

Our brief was to create a menu which was elegant, beautifully presented and delicious, so we focused on exquisite ingredients, accented with a few exotic flavours. We really allowed our imaginations to take over for dessert, with a patisserie boutique laden with sweet treats and adorned with the prettiest pastel-toned flowers courtesy of Fairy Nuff. Situated in the grand Shell Room at Fetcham Park, it definitely achieved the luxurious wow factor that Thily and Wain had dreamed of. They wrote to us shortly afterwards with the following kind words…

‘Just wanted to say a massive thanks to you and your lovely team. You did such a fantastic job of making it all come together – the presentation and flavours were spot on. And such great service throughout the day, you really are all a bunch of super-trooper ninjas. The banquet was delicious as was all the finger food and dessert. We got a lot of compliments for the food and thanks for making all our guests feel so welcome. We will be sure (not that you need it) to spread word of your services far and wide.’

If you’d like to talk to us about creating the wow factor for your special day, do get in touch at info@kalmkitchen.co.uk or call us on 01483 813360.

Credits… Flowers: Steph Turpin: {www.fairynuff-flowers.co.uk} Venue: Fetcham Park {www.fetchampark.co.uk} Photography: Cecellina {cecelinaphotography.com} DJ: Matt Maurice {www.mattmaurice.co.uk} Cake: Karen Anna {www.karenanna.co.uk} Light up Letters: Vowed and Amazed {www.vowedandamazed.co.uk}