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2016 Event Trends

January 5, 2016 by icehouse Leave a Comment

2016 Event Trends: What will the future hold?

The 2016 Event Planning Season is upon us here at the Ice House and Crushed Ice Catering. With every passing year, we reflect on the trends of that year’s previous events and weddings and look forward to what the New Year will bring. We don’t claim to be psychic, but we typically have a knack for predicting trends for the New Year. Here are the Team’s predictions for 2016:

Erica’s Predictions

The Big Bucks are Back

Luxury. Spending is on the rise again for Weddings and Corporate Events. Clients are willing to spend more money now, than in the previous years. What does this mean? For Weddings, it means more Champagne, longer parties and extravagant amenities. For corporate, it means entertainment, entertainment, entertainment – bands, lighting, audio/visual. Corporate Clients are looking to deliver that “wow” factor that is bright, bigger and louder than ever.

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Pop the Bubbly for 2016!
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Bigger Budgets = Brighter Lights

Lindsay’s Predictions

Say Goodbye to the Southern Theme

The Southern Theme is taking a backseat to the Earthy/Woodland/Bohemian trend.  Expect to see more earth tones and elements such as wood, stone, garland, lanterns – the list could go on and on. Need inspiration for this concept? Look no further – our Friends over at Ruffled Blog (ruffledblog.com) seem to nail this trend on their Blog and their Instagram page.

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The Ruffled Blog nails this upcoming trend

Derek’s Predictions

Classic Cocktails are the Crowd Pleasers

Gone are the days of the Grape-Apple-Cherry-Flirtini-Martini-Whatevertini. The Classic Cocktails are back. You’ll see the bartender’s serving up more of the originals such as a good Old Fashioned, Manhattan, Moscow Mule – just to name a few.  These tried and true cocktails eliminate long lines at the bar – consisting of few ingredients.

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Bar Trends: Classic Cocktails are Back

Lauren’s Predictions

Don’t let the Sun Go Down on Me

Daytime Weddings are increasing in popularity now more than ever. Couples could be utilizing this option as a budget-saving tactic – or it could be that daytime wedding food and drinks are just more fun. There is so much more variety you can offer your guests in the cuisine department (breakfast, lunch, brunch, light appetizers or hor d’oeurves) as well as beverage services. Daytime Weddings give you the perfect opportunity to showcase that pinterest-inspired Champagne, Bloody Mary Bar, or creative “mocktail” station.

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Mocktails are a hit at Daytime Weddings

Chef and Zach’s Predictions

Eat Your Veggies

No one ever said Popeye was a genius, but he did have something behind that whole “spinach” concept. Our Chef and Sous Chef at Crushed Ice Catering predict that we’ll be cooking, and eating, a vast variety of vegetable focused dishes this year. Our Clients’ palates are more adventurous – and health conscience in 2016.

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Vegetables Rule in 2016

In just 12 short months, we’ll be able to reflect back on 2016 and all it had to offer. Here’s to hoping we are on-point with our predictions!

Cheers!

Erica

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Brown- Forman Oaks Day Event

May 8, 2015 by icehouse Leave a Comment

Oaks 2015

Brown-Forman kicked off Derby Eve in style! They celebrated their Oaks event with a gorgeous seated dinner catered by Crushed Ice Events and hosted at The Ice House.

They began their event with a cocktail hour on our Rooftop Garden. As guests made their way into the Main Hall Package, they took their seats for dinner. Dinner began with wine service, which flowed throughout the entire evening.

Crushed Ice Events provided a gorgeous plated meal including a salad of Romaine Hearts & Baby Spinach, Strawberries, Praline Pecans, Ricotta Salata and Champagne Vinaigrette. The main course featured a Sugarcane brined Pork Tenderloin, Creamy Wisenberger Grits, Wild Caught Crawfish, White Asparagus & Tasso Jus. The dessert course was served in a mason jar and featured Berry Cheesecake, lime Curd, Lemon Poppyseed Ice Cream and Brown Butter Streusel.

The Event Company provided all of the market lighting, linen napkins, stage decor and wooden tables. The dark wooden chairs were provided by Essential Details.  In-Bloom Again provided the beautiful centerpieces which included succulents, pink roses and yellow tulips. The Misty Mountain String Band filled the Main Hall with delightful bluegrass and folk music for the evening.

 

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Builders Exchange Holiday Party

December 17, 2014 by icehouse Leave a Comment

Cocktail Hour & Seated Dinner 

We hosted The Builders Exchange holiday party where guests enjoyed a cocktail hour on our second level mezzanine where Crushed Ice Events passed appetizers and they were surprised by a wonderful performance by the Dickens Carolers! After cocktail hour, guests moved into the main hall for a lovely seated dinner.

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YMCA Non-profit

September 26, 2014 by icehouse Leave a Comment

The non-profit  YMCA of Greater Louisville held a special event for their volunteers and donors.

To kick-off the non-profit event, a cocktail hour was held on the East Terrace where guests enjoyed passed appetizers provided by Crushed Ice Events. Crushed Ice Events also hosted approximately 120 guests for seated dinner located in the Main Hall Package. The dinner began with a pre-set salad, which is a great way for your guests to come together and join for dinner.

A short program was delivered throughout dinner. Our main stage which is built-in to the Main Hall space is about 15 feet deep. This stage serves as an ideal space for presentations and programs. The stage does not take away form any of the floor space in the Main Hall which is ideal for a seated dinner. Their guests enjoyed a delightful chocolate pot de creme dessert with and almond cream and vanilla poached pear.

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ACLU Corporate Event

April 25, 2014 by icehouse Leave a Comment

The ACLU corporate event was hosted int he Main Hall, utilizing all of our event space. After cocktails, their guests headed up to the Mezzanine balcony to enjoyed a delicious seated dinner. Our Mezzanine is the ideal location for an intimate dinner with close business colleagues.

Our wonderful Crushed Ice Events chefs prepared an amazing seated dinner for 80 people. Our capacity for a full seated dinner in our Mezzanine space is 80 guests.

Many enjoyed the guest’s favorite parmesan crusted chicken with baby roots vegetables and parmesan grits. While many of our vegetarians enjoyed the southwestern quinoa stuffed bell pepper. Our chefs at Crushed Ice Events always prepare vegetarian dishes for a seated dinner option. We always like to know ahead of time, what are the allergy restrictions and dinner preferences of your guests, however if we are told during the dinner we need another vegetarian option we are always prepared!

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