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Wedding Schedule
See "Schedule" & "Travel" sections of website.
4pm - Wedding ceremony (outside, in garden) 5pm - Cocktail hour (outside, in garden) 6pm - Dinner (outside, in garden) 7:30pm - Reception (inside, in atrium) 9:30/10pm - Farewell to Alec and Sarah (end of reception)
Where to Stay
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The closest neighborhoods to the wedding venue are Lake Claire, Kirkwood, Little Five Points, and Oakhurst. The Friday and Sunday events are in Oakhurst. These are residential neighborhoods, so Airbnb or VRBO will be the closest options; there are also hotels that are 15-20 min away. We are happy to answer questions about specific areas of town or any safety questions.
What to Wear
The ceremony, cocktail hour, and dinner will all be outside.
It will be very hot during the day but maybe a little chilly at night -- please check the weather in advance and dress accordingly. The wedding vibe is semi formal to formal attire, but we're not picky -- wear whatever you are comfortable in! Examples: Sundresses, floral prints, cocktail dresses, Saree, Kurta shalwar, lengha, rompers, suits in lighter hues, nice short sleeved shirt, or whatever you want! For Friday and Sunday, attire is casual.
Parking
See "Travel" section of website for more info.
Strongly recommend carpooling and ride sharing for Friday event. There is limited parking at the restaurant. For the wedding on Saturday, there is a parking lot at the top of the hill, next to the Frazer Center (aka atrium). Walk or take a golf cart down the hill to get to the garden. *If you did not RSVP for Friday and Sunday, please do so asap so that we can make sure there will be enough food and alcohol.
Saturday Menu
*All food will be Halal*
APPETIZERS · fried green tomatoes w/ horseradish sauce + caramelized onions · fried green tomatoes w/ smoky pimento cheese · miniature new england crab cakes w/ ancho chile aioli · eggplant baba ganoush crostini w/ spicy harissa (Buffet Style) TAPAS STATION #1 · farm greens + ricotta salata, blackberries, toasted hazelnuts w/ tarragon vinaigrette · miso glazed salmon w/ blueberry compote · penne pasta in a light tomato fondue w/ goat's cheese + herb grilled chicken (on the side) + fresh oregano · wild mushroom ravioli, truffled mushrooms, brown butter sauce · grilled asparagus topped with chili oil · fresh artisan breads w/ rosemary scented butter TAPAS STATION #2 · panzanella salad w/ heirloom tomatoes, cornbread croutons, buttermilk basil vinaigrette · pecan glazed grilled free range chicken w/ vanilla bean beurre blanc served with fresh croissants + herbed focaccia bread served with whipped butter · crookneck squash + boursin casserole · pan roasted brussels sprouts w/ lemon zest + caramelized shallots DESSERTS Assorted brownies and dessert bars. There will be at least 1 vegan and 1 GF option. KID'S MEAL Chicken tenders, fresh fruit, goldfish crackers, juice box
Friday - Welcome Party Menu
*All food will be Halal*
BUFFET STYLE: SALAD: Baby spinach salad with medjool dates + goat cheese timbale drizzled with vinaigrette PROTEINS: - Buttermilk southern fried free range chicken - Vegetarian -- TBD but most likely coriander + cumin grilled tofu SIDES: - Mac-n-cheese - Farro + wild mushroom with dried cranberry + fennel DESSERTS: - Black pepper + honey mousse in graham cracker crust - Lavender + Meyer lemon pie KID'S MEAL -- TBD - Will be one of the following proteins: chicken tenders, grilled cheese, PB+J, OR plain cheese ravioli (TBD) + fresh fruit, goldfish crackers and juice box
Smoking
Cator Woolford Gardens Smoking Policy
Smoking is NOT permitted in the buildings or under tents. CWG will provide cigarette disposal receptacles in specified locations in the Gardens. At the Atrium, there is a designated smoking area located on the north side of the building. Smoking is NOT permitted in the Courtyard, located on the south side of the Atrium, in front of the Atrium, or in the parking lot.
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