Monday, September 5, 2011

Go Big or Go Home...

I catered my first wedding ever over Labor Day weekend... for 200 people. It was a LOT of work and even more fun! The menu?

Grilled Pork Tenderloin Sliders with Jezebel Sauce
Broccoli Salad
Tomato Basil Pasta Salad
Baby Potato Bites
Fruit, Cheese, Veggies
Hummus & Pita Chips

First off, I had great help! My mom and dad, my husband, brother and friend all pitched in with serving and prepping. We spent 2 days in the kitchen getting ready for the event.

Everything was calm and organized and at the end we were just sitting and waiting for the guests to arrive. Once guests started streaming in, I had a moment of panic when I realized 200 people were about to eat MY food. Would they approve? Complain? I calmed myself down and just kept smiling through. No complaints... and people came back through the line for more. After it was all over, I realized what I had just done. What was I thinking committing to something that big for a first experience? I must be crazy! My next thought? When is the next time I get to do this? :)

Get out there and cook!

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