Charlottesville Welcome Book Wedding Directory Spring 2014

Good Eats!

Good food can cover a multitude of wedding day hiccups, so be sure to serve the best you can.

Thankfully, Charlottesville has a thriving local food culture. With thousands of acres dedicated to fruits, vegetables, beef, poultry, grains and more, there is a local grower, most of whom are organic, for almost every need. Simply asking your favorite caterer to incorporate the best of local resources can open the doors to all kinds of culinary delights. For more local flavor, check out LocallyCharlottesville.com.

Crab cakes made with crabs from the Chesapeake Bay are yummy as mini bites during cocktail hour or paired with local beef for a surf and turf entree. But the reigning king of cocktail hour treats in Charlottesville is the savory Mini Ham Biscuit with local Virginia Country Ham. Whether served on a cheddar biscuit or potato roll, this bite-size treat is the perfect complement to a cool Southern cocktail — a Mint Julep served in a chilled Jefferson Cup, of course! Garnished with a sprig of mint, it’s the preferred sip of guests, especially during an outdoor reception on a hot summer afternoon.

Consider also serving Virginia Peanut Soup Shooters for a little more local flavor, and don’t forget Virginia wine. With so many award-winning vineyards in the Commonwealth, there is sure to be a vintage or two that will pair perfectly with your wedding feast!