Three Creative Ways To Raise The Bar At Your Reception
September 12, 2018
Sate those late-night munchies with a ramen buffet featuring perfectly chewy noodles, succulent protein options and a kaleidoscope of colorful veggie add-ins. Tailored to each guest’s taste, every dish of ramen is finished with a serving of savory, slowly simmered broth—slurp it all down before returning to the dance floor.
Photograph by Hayley Young
Catering: Ramen bar components all by Foodz Catering. Crispy noodle bites with sliced, pickled eggs and chile peppers; ramen add-ins including microgreens, sautéed squash, edible flowers, tofu, seaweed and combination black and white sesame seeds; savory vegetarian and pork broth options, plus chile sauce and soy sauce; the finished dish complete with a soft-boiled egg.
Photograph by Hayley Young
Decor and rentals: Freestanding wall, clear glass terrariums and clear acrylic stands all available through The Invisible Hostess. “Ronny” long glass console table and “Marlin” silver and glass bar cart available to rent from Wander Event Rentals. Ceramic takeout containers, serving trays, serving pitchers for ramen and red four-cube shelf, all also from Foodz Catering. Engraved chopsticks from Pomp & Revel.
Photograph by Hayley Young
Florals: Hanging greenery and tulip wall arrangement and bouquets composed of tulips, ranunculus and poppies by Rusted Vase Floral Co. Ramen bar wall sign by Phenix Paper Co.; acrylic “Late Night Ramen” sign also available via The Invisible Hostess. Featuring an array of cheeky, custom-made temporary tattoos from North Seattle’s Phenix Paper Co. as well as all the appropriate accoutrements, like H2O and washcloths, this whimsical station is sure to draw a crowd.
