In the South, there are no better beverages of choice than good ole sweet tea or lemonade! It is on every menu at every restaurant, so why not provide an upscale version to your guests on your special day? Here we have provided so visual stimulation from some of our own beverage bars and some wonderful photos from others that could be used for inspiration in designing your own sweet tea or lemonade bar. Enjoy!

These are some lemonade Stations from our very own, A Catered Affair at Cj’s off the Square in Franklin, TN. We added garnishes such as mint, and fruit to make these drinks more festive!

And now for some great inspiration photos from our lovely pinterest boards!

We love this rustic hutch as a beverage station. Usually when we are trying to achieve a look like this, we turn to our friends at Southern Events in Franklin to find the most awesome pieces of vintage furniture.

If you are looking for a venue to provide such character to your event, we suggest our very own Legacy Farms in Lebanon, Cj’s Off the Square in Franklin, and The Loveless Barn to name a few!

I hope this post provided some great inspiration for your Southern Event! For more information on Legacy Farms, Cj’s Off the Square, or The Loveless Barn click the links above. Contact Main Event Productions today by phone (615)321-9324 or email Kellie@maineventpro.com to find out how we can help you design your perfect Nashville wedding or special event from cakes to catering to venues!

We are so pleased to have represented The Bake Shoppe with one of our cakes featured in this amazing “Gone With the Wind meets Coco Chanel” inspired photo shoot at Cheekwood Botanical Gardens. It was so much fun being a part of all of the glamour and creating a cake to fit such a luxurious theme!

We love having such a beautifully bold inspiration photo to design a cake around such as the “Vivienne”, a french-inspired bridal gown that was created by  Karen Hendrix Couture and displayed at the recent New York Bridal Fashion Week.

Be sure to check out all of the pictures from the photoshoot  HERE. For more information on The Bake Shoppe or to set up a cake tasting/ consultation, please contact us by phone (615)321-2394 or email Amy@maineventpro.com.

One of our beloved wedding photographers is now hosting classes! With one on the books for tonight and one on April 5th there are plenty of opportunities to learn how to capture some of life’s precious moments like a pro from one of the best photographers in town!

With all of those incentives, why would you want to miss this? To find out more about Evin Photography, visit her website HERE. To learn more about Main Event Production’s  prefferred vendors or other exciting events contact us by phone 615-321-2394 or email Kellie@maineventpro.com

Whenever I think of events with those quintessential Southern details, I can’t help but think of our very own Legacy Farms. With its historic Manor house and lush rolling acreage, it is steeped in Southern charm and character!

So for this series of DIY bride blog posts, Legacy Farms is my inspiration. Every idea has this wonderful venue in mind and would work perfectly in the space. Even if you aren’t hosting an event with us here at Legacy, I encourage you to take some of these ideas and add a little Southern charm to your event!

We’ve all see those amazing whisket barrels in thrift stores or old barns. I just love the rustic look of these huge yet functional pieces of wood, but have never been able to think of a good enough use for them to deal with the hassel of transporting one.

Well, we’ve put our heads together and come up with several reasons to lug those big beautiful barrels home with you!

Drink Tables

Cake Table (Note: This is NOT a Bake Shoppe Cake, just an inspiration photo )

Side Tables for Conversational Seating

Floral Arrangements

To arrange a site visit to view our Legacy Farms Venue or for more information on our Main Event Production family and what we can add to your Wedding / Special Event, call us at 615-321-2394 or email Kellie@maineventpro.com

The spark for Kristyn Hogan Photography initially started with a 10 yr. old little girl dressing up her little brother and neighbor girl as a bride and groom, picking up a camera and bringing make-believe to life.  At 18, she had the pleasure of shooting her first “real” Bride and Groom and was hooked!

Since then, she has been capturing moments on film with her husband. They believe that a wedding isn’t just a day, it’s the full experience.

Kristyn leaves this note to Brides on her website: From the moment you met the one to the day he got down on one knee. Through all the planning to your beautiful wedding day to the rest of your life. It’s a journey. One that we love to share and a story we are honored to tell.

Check out a small sample of Kristyn’s work!  We’d like to give a big THANK YOU to Kristyn Hogan photography for sending over some fantastic photos of some 2011 Bake Shoppe cakes!

                                 We love how she captures light and color in these pictures!

                 Sometimes the best photos are of the small details that are easy to overlook!

For more information on Kristyn Hogan Photography visit her website at www.kristynhogan.com Or to contact The Bake Shoppe for information or to set up a cake tasting and design consultation contact us at 615-321-2394 or email Amy@maineventpro.com

This Sunday Legacy Farms and The Bake Shoppe will be representing the Main Event Productions family at The Blushing Bridal Show at The Mills in Lebanon.  This 2nd annual event showcases all that Wilson County has to offer busy Brides in the height of planning!

Come view our new display cakes from The Bake Shoppe and learn more about our GORGEOUS wedding venue, Legacy Farms in serene Lebanon, TN.

Brides can look at the hottest trends in wedding apparel with a fashion show that will showcase top-name designer bridal gowns, bridesmaid dresses and wardrobe ideas for the honeymoon. The best wedding professionals will be on hand to help create the vision brides have in mind.

So for anyone newly engaged or planning an upcoming wedding, there’s no better place to be on Sunday, March 11th, 2012 than The Blushing Bridal Show at The Mill in Lebanon. Mark your calendar now to attend the biggest bridal event in the Wilson County area! 

Here are the Details:

When: Sunday March 11, 2012 from 1-5pm

Where:  The Mill at Lebanon - 300 N. Maple Street Lebanon, TN 37087

Contact:  615-443-6901

Cost: $10 in advance, or $12 on the day of the event Click HERE to purchase tickets in advance

We hope to see you there! For more information on Main Event Productions, The Bake Shoppe, or Legacy Farms contact us at 615-321-2394 or email Kellie@maineventpro.com

Whenever I think of events with those quintessential Southern details, I can’t help but think of our very own Legacy Farms. With its historic Manor house and lush rolling acreage, it is steeped in Southern charm and character!

So for this series of DIY bride blog posts, Legacy Farms is my inspiration. Every idea has this wonderful venue in mind and would work perfectly in the space. Even if you aren’t hosting an event with us here at Legacy, I encourage you to take some of these ideas and add a little Southern charm to your event!

Mason jars have long since been a symbol of the South, and recently, they have become a very trendy item used in a variety of ways to add a bit of southern character to an event. I’ve found 5 inspiration photos to demonstrate ways to incorporate this trend into your event decor.

Drinking Glasses

This is the traditional way to utilize mason jars during receptions or Special Events. Having a keg? Skip the Pint and Pilsner glasses and opt for mason jars! Or serve a signature lemonade or cocktail in the vintage tumblers.

Lighting

 Whether dangling from wire allowing the glowing orbs of light sway in the wind, adding pops of color and light to a candle chandelier, or simply wrapped in raffia set atop tables in a centerpiece illuminating the smiles on your guests faces, the soft candle light through the glass of a mason jar creates the perfect ambient atmosphere for weddings.

Favors

These precious little pies are assemble and baked right into these pint-sized mason jars making them the perfect portable treat for your guests to take home!

To arrange a site visit to view our Legacy Farms Venue or for more information on our Main Event Production family and what we can add to your Wedding / Special Event, call us at 615-321-2394 or email Kellie@maineventpro.com

These past few weeks of warm weather have given us a taste of Spring and Summer, coaxing many of us to peek out of our cave-like habitats, throw open our curtains and let those beautiful golden rays of warmth bring an end to Winter hibernation.

It  has been so nice outside lately, that a walk around our Legacy Farms venue was too enticing to resist!It brought thoughts of the endless outdoor activities that warm weather brings and had us dreaming of glorious outdoor weddings and events to come. The beauty of the rolling acreage, grandeur of the manor house, and the glistening water-scape creates the picture perfect setting for outdoor soirees.  

Back at the office with Legacy Farms fresh on my mind, I decided to research unique and fun outdoor wedding trends and found several great ways to add a bit of fun and whimsy to your event with outdoor games!

 You’ll fall in love with this amazing Wedding Cornhole game adorned with the charming sillohuets of the Bride and Groom along with brightly colored bags. This game will really break the ice with your guests and have everyone out of their seats, mingling, and enjoying themselves in no time!

I don’t know if it is the warm weather, the smell of freshly cut grass, the sound of crickets chirping, or the soft repetitive glow of the lightening bug, but outdoor events are just so relaxing and fun; a time where people can really let go and celebrate!

A formal event or wedding reception, doesn’t have to consist of the same old traditional dinner and dancing; shake it up a bit, allow your guests to let their hair down, stretch their legs, and enjoy the warm weather!

To arrange a viewing of our Legacy Farms venue or to see how Main Event Productions can add flair to your event, contact us via phone at 615-231-2394 or email Kellie@maineventpro.com

First of all, I would like to thank pinterest for the majority of my inspiration photos for this post!  One of the biggest trends in weddings/ event decor is burlap.

I don’t think there is a better way to incorporate Southern Charm or to evoke that charming rustic feel than the use of burlap. Plus, it is also very inexpensive while at the same time adds elegance to your soiree. We’ve put together a list of our favorite ways to decorate with this lovely fabric.

1. Linens

2. Monogrammed Decor

3. Centerpieces and Table Numbers

4. Cake – This was one that we did for a wedding at one of our favorite venues, Cj’s off the Square

5. Bouquet/Boutineer

6. Utensil Decor

7. Party Favors – coffee beans, sweets, or sachets of seeds for the Bride and Groom farewell

8. Pennants

9. Ceremony ambiance

10. Card Box/ Ring Pillows

For more ideas on how to incorporate burlap into you wedding or event; or to find the perfect charmingly vintage  venue, contact us via phone 615-321-2394 or email us at Kellie@maineventpro.com

The International Catering Association has just nominated our own A Catered Affair for Best Hors d’oeuvre – 2012! Our Chef and Sous- Chef were nominated for their French Quarter Shrimp and Grits Appetizer. Take a minute to drool over the description and vibrant pictures of this delicious appetizer.

The most amazing thing about this appetizer is the amount of flavor in one portable bite. All of the favors of this southern favorite; creamy, spicy, and savory in one tiny morsel leaving your mouth wanting more!

This wonderful creation came about when our Sous-Chef wanted to make the traditional shrimp and grits dish more accessible and convenient for guests to eat with no more spilled grits or sauce on suits and dresses.

After playing around with several different ideas, he came up with the winning combination, a “bowl” of grits made by pressing grits into a mini muffin pan, letting them set and firm, then scooping out a small reservoir for the shrimp and creole sauce with a small melon baller. The now grits cups were then baked to a golden crisp and were ready for our Executive Chef’s own creole sauce made with fresh tomatoes and a deep brown roux topped with a beautiful pink Shrimp!

To learn more about our Chef’s creations or to  book A Catered Affair for your event, contact us at 615-321-2394 or email us at Kellie@maineventpro.com