C escaphe unveils new venue on Avenue of the Arts The Lucy will encompass Cescaphe’s reputation for sophisticated, luxe venues by
JOE VOLPE photo by MIKE MORBY PHOTOGRAPHY
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appy summer to all of our Brides Guide readers. I hope everyone is enjoying the sun and warm weather with family and friends. This summer is especially exciting here at Cescaphe as we prepare to open our seventh Philadelphia venue. I am thrilled to share with you more details on The Lucy, located on the corner of Broad & Locust along Philadelphia’s famed Avenue of the Arts. It is a brand new building that will feature two floors of event space, including a grand ballroom with seating for up to 325 guests and a second-floor mezzanine overlooking the ballroom where we will host the signature Cescaphe cocktail
hour-and-a-half. Everyone here at Cescaphe is very excited to be able to host weddings right in the heart of our beloved city, with the bright lights of Broad Street setting the stage for spectacular wedding affairs. The Lucy will include all of the designer elements expected from a Cescaphe venue with a neutral feel to enable brides and grooms to personalize the space to fit their own wedding style. We are in the process of transforming the space into an elegant venue that will combine a modern interpretation of 19th century detailing with modern textures and materiality. European
inspired brass chandeliers will illuminate marble accents and ivory wall paneling for a warm traditional aesthetic. Painted white brick and chevron wood floors will evoke a timeless and classic emotion. If you are engaged and still looking for a wedding venue, we would be honored to host your special day at The Lucy. We are currently booking weddings for November and December 2018 and all of 2019. Special inaugural pricing is available for weddings November 2018-April 2019. For more information and to schedule a tour, please call us at 215.238.5750.
The Lucy Wedding Features Six hour affair: 1.5 hours Cocktail, 4.5 Hours Reception. Additional 1/2 hour added for Ceremony
Chairs, 200+ designer linen choices, custom menu, custom hand-carved ice sculpture, seasonal coat check
Cescaphe events team: Event Manager, Event Coordinator, Event Chef, Maître D’, Head Server for Parents. Your team specializes in weddings and handles full event management
Top shelf open bar: Includes Champagne Greeting, Champagne Toast & Custom Signature Cocktail
Featured Amenities: Private Bridal Suite, Chiavari
Cescaphe signature cocktail hour-and-ahalf: 30-40 Butlered Hors D’oeuvres including Lamb
Chops, Coconut Shrimp, Seared Duck Crostini & Grilled Shrimp with Avocado Gazpacho. Raw Bar including Shrimp, Crab & Lobster. Sushi Station Hand Rolled at Wedding by Sushi Chef 3-Course seated dinner: Salad, Intermezzo & Entrée. Guests choose from three entrée choices ordered tableside. 60-70 entrée options to choose from
including seasonal selections. Vegetarian offered off menu Wedding cake: Custom designed four-tier cake. Fondant or buttercream Dessert: Gourmet Dessert Display. Butlered Dessert Option, International Coffee Bar with Espresso, Action Stations & Chocolate Fountain
For more information on CEG University and to see upcoming events, visit www.cescaphe.com/CEGU.
by JOSEPH VOLPE, Cescaphe Event Group
Cescaphe is a member of the PRH Business Network.
Ever keeping his eyes focused on the latest wedding trends, Cescaphe Event Group CEO/Chef Joseph Volpe is recognized as the area’s leading authority on ballroom bliss. With his innovative approach to the most important celebration of your life, his award-winning Cescaphe Ballroom, Tendenza, Vie, The Down Town Club and The Water Works combine a captivating ambiance with exquisite cuisine for an unforgettable experience. Visit cescaphe.com or call 215.238.5750.