Beach Wedding
Picturesque Lake Tahoe is an amazing place in which to host a summer wedding. Using light summer flavors and adhering to the casualness of a beach atmosphere will make the theme cohesive. Choose a menu that utilizes seasonal and local ingredients for optimal enjoyment. Serving cold or chilled foods will help guests to feel comfortable in the summer heat.
Appetizers
Chilled jumbo shrimp
Serve chilled jumbo shrimp cocktail in martini glasses filled with shaved ice for a cool beach theme appetizer. Incorporate a chilled seafood raw bar buffet; fill the buffet with oysters on the half shell, a selection of sushi and sashimi, and seaweed salad.
Gazpacho is a chilled summer soup, and much more appropriate than hot soups for a beach wedding. Serve gazpacho to guests in traditional bowls, or in individual cups for sipping.
Lightly grilled fresh fruit skewers are a sweet way to start a meal. Use seasonal summer fruits like watermelon and pineapple for a light refreshing treat.
Entrees
Summer BBQ
Summer and barbecues go hand in hand. Grill up some fresh veggie kabobs using locally grown produce such as tomatoes and peppers. Throw some corn on the grill, slather in butter, then roll it in a mix of Cajun seasonings and fresh herbs for a sophisticated take on a summer staple.
Rosemary rubbed chicken makes a lovely grilled entree, or stick with a seafood theme and grill some tuna steaks or sea bass. Serve with a side of side of wild or jasmine rice to complete the meal.
Desserts
Fresh Berries
Fresh berries are abundant in the summertime and make for a light after-dinner snack. Serve with freshly whipped cream and sprinkle with granulated sugar for extra sweetness. Instead of a traditional wedding cake, consider serving guests individualized strawberry shortcake portions. Light summer deserts like key-lime pie or berry cobbler could also replace a heavy wedding cake. Serve popsicles for a nostalgic treat guests will really sink their teeth into. Gelato, lemon ice or sherbet with mint sprigs all ar sophisticated cold desserts.
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