Photos by Berithova Photography
This dreamy couple exchanged vows at the Saints Raphael, Nicholas, and Irene Greek Orthodox Church in Palm Harbor, FL, surrounded by the timeless beauty of their heritage. They then welcomed their loved ones to an intimate reception at an elegant Airbnb in Tierra Verde, where a sprawling yard filled with vibrant blooms and lush greenery set the perfect scene.
Guests sipped cocktails under the patio’s charming ambiance, sampling a spread of butler passed hors d’oeuvres. For dinner, they gathered around long tables adorned with simple greenery and soft candlelight, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. A personalized buffet delighted guests, reflecting the couple’s thoughtful touch in every detail of the evening.
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Butler Passed Hors D’oeuvres
Italian Sausage and Mozzarella Stuffed Mushrooms Cremini mushrooms stuffed with a mixture of Italian sweet sausage and mozzarella cheese, then baked until tender
Sun-Dried Tomato Arancini Sun-dried tomato risotto rolled in balls and stuffed with fontina cheese, then breaded and crisp fried with a Marinara Dipping Sauce
Spinach and Phyllo Triangles Spinach and feta cheese mixture layered in phyllo dough and baked until golden
Beef Empanadas Empanadas filled with beef, herbs and vegetables and served with sour cream
Mini Florida Blue Crab Cakes Fresh Florida blue crab mixed with minced vegetables and lightly fried until golden Served with a LEMON AOLI
Coconut Shrimp with Orange Horseradish Sauce Shrimp coated in shredded coconut then lightly fried and served with an orange horseradish dipping sauce
Rustic Italian Salad Field greens topped with cherry tomatoes, olives, cucumbers, pepperoncini, roasted peppers and bocconcini mozzarella, served with Italian vinaigrette
Whole Filet Mignon Carved to Order: seasoned, seared and roasted to medium rare, and served with horseradish sauce and mini knot rolls