Weeks before the Foodbuzz Festival even began, the twitter world was all aflutter over the Saturday evening Gala Foodbuzz was planning.
What would the menu be like? What is everyone wearing? How are we going to make the 1 mile hike to the ferry building in heels?
I only had my experience from las year, but when the word ‘Gala’ is thrown around I was curious how different this year’s dinner would be. 🙂
The mile walk in heels? Wasn’t a problem at all. I believe the great warm weather and huge crowds of people made the journey a breeze.
When we arrived passed hor dourves were being distributed just outside the entrance of the ferry building. It was crammed and tight and the 350 people squeezing together made for some fun face to face (literally) small talk. 🙂
It also made it difficult to try the hor dourves. I only saw one tray pass by with a warm polenta cup. It was amazing, but I couldn’t get a photo.
What to wear? What to wear? I went back on forth on this one? Uber dressy or semi-dressy? In the end my comfy gray sweater dress and leggings with boots beat out it’s competition of little black dress and ballroom gown.
Obviously my ensemble was the perfect choice. I guess hue of gray and lavendar is very in right now. 😉
(photo courtesy of Ashley)
Foodbuzz did an amazing job transforming the second story of the Ferry Building into a magical foodie paradise. As bloggers flooded in tables filled up with enthusiastic photographers judging and documenting every little, gorgeous detail of the tables and room.
The menu was a creative tasting for the sense. A four course meal of local, organic food to please any palate.
Roasted Golden Beet Tart Crimson Beet, Feta and Currants, Wild Arugula and Basil Puree
Paired with 2009 Bonny Doon Vineyard Ca’del Solo Albarino
Seared Scallops with Bonny Doon Vineyard Verjus Beurre Blanc served with Braised Fennel and Garnished with Fried Fennel Fonds
Paired with 2007 Bonny Doon Vineyard Le Cigare Blanc
Rosemary and Garlic Infused Rack of Lamb served with Local Wild Mushrooms, Pinot Noir Sauce and Butternut Squash Puree
Paired with 2006 Bonny Doon Vineyard Le Cigare Volant
Tarta de Almendras with Oranges Buttery Almond Cake with Oranges and Spanish Sherry Sabayon
Paired with 2008 Bonny Doon Vineyard Vinferno
And hot tea 🙂
The dinner was a smashing success. The food was great. The company was great. And the service was excellent. ( Our poor waiter got stuck with the ‘special table’ but her handled it like a champ!)
Thank you again FoodBuzz for everything you do! I’ve never been more thrilled to be a part of such a great community!
But wait! There’s more to come. 😉
I hope you have a safe flight home!
Sana recently posted..Jail Cell
yall all look so pretty! Love that color of purple on the tables.
Wow, dinner looked incredible!!
Hope recently posted..Need a Distraction
Droooool….that entire menu sounds divine!!!!
Katie recently posted..Rewind Sunday
I envy the food that goes into your stomach. ahha
Angela recently posted..Things I Miss About the South-Midwest While in Germany
I LOVE your dress and that tarte looks amazing!
janae @hungryrunnergirl.com recently posted..Change of plans
I am sorry you didn’t get any photos of the appetizers they were both beautiful and amazing. We were standing where they had to bring them by us and were able to take some photos. Have a safe trip home.
Lew recently posted..Foodbuzz Tasting!
Oh my god that dinner looks awesome! I want to pick up that Lamb and gnaw on it from the bone 😉
that’s funny that all of you match even though you probably didn’t plan it that way =)
kathleen recently posted..Can I get a redo on the day
wow – it looks amazing! Love the dress too!
Tab- Just Weighing In recently posted..Weekend Fun
Looks like a beautiful event! That roasted golden beet tart would definitely be my favorite part.
Rachel recently posted..Peanut butter chocolate M&M bars
fantastic photography! the event looks amazing
Melissa @ For the Love of Health recently posted..Thank you- Veterans
Your dress is soooo cute! It was the perfect outfit for the gala 🙂 Everything looks delicious!
Allie recently posted..Tomorrow is Friday
oh my – it certainly looks like a fancy and fun-filled affair!
Lisa (bakebikeblog) recently posted..Tackling the trails…
This was a wonderful description of the evening. Your photos and descriptions make me feel like I was there too.
mm, rack of lamb with mushrooms. I’m going next year. Don’t try to stop me.
I have to say, I didn’t notice your table’s matching color scheme until seeing the photos of you all together. Too funny!
I loved seeing you again this weekend!! Going to the market with you and Melissa was so much fun. Have a safe trip home and hopefully I’ll see you again soon!
Gabriela @ Une Vie Saine recently posted..So Long- San Francisco
I have to say, I didn’t notice your table’s matching color scheme until seeing the photos of you all together. Too funny!
I loved seeing you again this weekend!! Going to the market with you and Melissa was so much fun. Have a safe trip home and hopefully I’ll see you again soon!
Gabriela @ Une Vie Saine recently posted..So Long- San Francisco
Just curious: What do you mean by ‘special table’ ? Lots of special dietary requests/needs?
I love your outfit Meghann! 😀 Glad you had such a great time – I am sure its hard to pick which pictures to post!
Biz recently posted..No More Food TV!!
This gala looks so so fun! I am super jealous!! Glad you had a great time!
Shannon @ Philadelphia Phitness Pharmacy recently posted..Big Ol Salad!
What a delicious dinner! And you look beautiful!
Jessica @ The Process of Healing recently posted..An Addiction
It was nice to meet you this evening at dinner!!!
I hope you didn’t miss your shuttle!!!
Delicious food and company in a spectacular gathering. Superb! And the food looks so droolicious 😉
Kiran recently posted..Cucumber raita
The Gala looks like an absolute blast!! I love all of the pictures, especially the ones of everyone else with their cameras out!! You know it’s a bloggers party when there are a million cameras everywhere!
Lauren @ Fun, Fit and Fabulous! recently posted..Whole Wheat Oat Bread
I feel like my camera is so dirty compared to the shiny one on the table, lol.
Love the photo of all the girls! Such pretty dresses.
J3nn (Jenn’s Menu and Lifestyle Blog) recently posted..Lunch and Dinner With The Mister- Plus One
You all look gorgeous and the food looks fantastic and it just appears to be the perfect night! 🙂
Lauren recently posted..Flavors of Fall
What is that gorgeous green centerpiece? I need to know! I’m planning a wedding and I am kind of in love with its simplicity.
Heather recently posted..back in the kitchen
Just love your dress. Simple but elegant.
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