Intimacy, however, set this evening apart from your typical wedding showcase.  Not only were we able to serve a full cocktail hour and dinner to a smaller crowd of guests, but we also mingled in a non-forecful environment filled with food, drinks and fun.  We are currently in the midst of wedding show season,  and this particular format served as a lovely break from the usual show.  Each vendor had the opportunity to speak in front of the group and educate the guests on the wedding planning process to help make the next few months exciting rather than daunting.

 A Spice of Life is looking forward to creating more intimate opportunities to interact with people starting to plan; whether for a wedding, social or corporate occasion.  We are pleased that the Villa Parker invited us to host this tasting and want to thank everyone involved!

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Passed Hors. D’oeuvres

*Zucchini & Goat Cheese tartlets a vidalia onion syrup

*Mushroom bread pudding with truffle infused pesto and brie cheese

*Bacon wrapped almond stuffed dates

*Tuna Tostada-Guajillo Tuna with black bean puree and tomato mango salsa

 Dinner:

*Panzanella Salad ~ With roasted peppers, cucumbers, red onion, tomatoes, basil and garlic croutons over a bed of romaine lettuce served with red wine vinaigrette.

*Panko crusted salmon skewers with a lemon buerre blanc sauce on the side

*Woodland Chicken Pasta Sautee Station ~ Chicken, spinach, feta, calamata olives, sun dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, basil, and penne pasta sauteed to order and erved in a  light white wine sauce

*Haricot verts with almonds and brown butter

 This event takes place from noon to 3pm at the A Spice of Life Event Center at the Flatirons Golf Course in Boulder.

 Call 303.444.3452 for directions

Julia Timmer Photography

This past week the off-site sales team worked very hard in anticipation for the grand opening of Boulder’s Colorado Athletic Club.  Event specialists Kathryn Matta and Dawn Meitz planned an exquisite event for a crowd of 800 people to showcase the stunning new facility and all it has to offer.  The event featured an array of healthy fare, including items such as mushroom bread pudding topped with truffle infused pesto and brie cheese; prosciutto wrapped arugula and fig; and fresh shrimp skewers with a peach habanero dipping sauce. 

The club is the perfect addition to our healthy, active Boulder community and has done an excellent job of bringing the outdoors in.  As the event team, A Spice of Life brought this concept of the great indoors to the look of the event, creating a natural ambience through the décor.  Our creative director designed two buffets with elements such as river rocks and moss with a clean, modern look.  Fresh fruit skewers with orange coconut dipping sauce were presented sticking out of wheat grass, and a bruschetta trio in stunning natural log bowls.  Brighter Day floral Design constructed stunning centerpieces that dotted the room on cocktail tables, and contributed birch bark arrangements with curly willow for the buffets. 

Overall, guests enjoyed an evening of food, music and celebration.  Beaming off of a successfully executed event, A Spice of Life is excited to once again showcase our style!

We’d love to have you come show your support at the event: To register go online at www.regonline.com/fortyunder40 . Cost is $40 through Feb. 12 and will be $50 after that.

 Please help to promote the event with us!  Retweet: @aspiceoflife’s owner David Rubin winner of Boulder County’s 40 under 40. Also help to become fans of A Spice of Life on Facebook!

Please come join us at the A Spice of Life Event Center at 5706 Arapahoe, Boulder, CO 80303 to show your support!  The organizers are asking for a suggested contribution of $20, however they encourage all to attend!

CUT TO THE CHASE:

What: Boulder Benefit for Haiti

When: Thursday, February 4th 2010 from 5-9pm

Where: A Spice of Life Event Center: 5706 Arapahoe Ave. Boulder, CO 80303

Why: Because the victims of the Earthquake in Haiti are still in direct need of our support!

 For more information please visit:  www.boulderbenefitforhaiti.com

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Guests at the March of Dimes fundraiser sampled food prepared by signature chefs from restaurants such as The Greenbriar Inn, Jax Fish House, 5480, Arugula, Jill’s at the St. Julien, Centro, Salt, and many more. After tasting each chefs offering, attendees voted for their favorites in the categories of “best chef,” “best plate presentation” and “best menu item.” Guests voted Executive Chef Sean Lowenthal of The Greenbriar Inn for best plate presentation and best menu item for his Truffle Haystack Boulder Chevre Cheesecake with seared Hudson Valley foie gras, mango relish, and micro Arugula. Dijkstra is honored to be among so much talent in the Denver metro area, and A Spice of Life is proud to have him on its team.

About A Spice of Life Event Centers and Catering Services

A Spice of Life Catering is an award-winning, full-service catering company serving Colorado since 1987. Attention to detail and commitment to excellence have earned the company a reputation as one of the Colorado’s premier caterers. A Spice of Life is also committed to the community, participating in and donating to events for more than 100 non-profit and service organizations each year.

As preferred vendors at many prime locations in the Denver Metro area, we are qualified to help you select the ideal location for your big day. We are familiar with Denver rental companies, florists, AV companies, beverage companies, and all of the other people that are essential for a spectacular occasion.

Although our headquarters are in Boulder, we guarantee reliability, fresh food, and impeccable service. All of our menus also include complimentary flower arrangements, decorative props, and descriptive menu calligraphy for the buffet to complement your event theme and cuisine. We pride ourselves on our customer service and therefore we do offer menu substitutions and options according to dietary needs and allergies.

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To book an event or learn more, call 303-443-4049 or email us.

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The performance featured a special appearance from a Colorado black bear, as well as many other native Colorado animals.

Stay tuned for upcoming performances at the ASOL Event Center!