A jazz trio performed for our guests during cocktail hour, which was held in Faculty House’s first floor Ivy Lounge. The passed hors d’oeuvres were unreal. Some of our favorites were avocado and lobster salad on herb tart shells, dumplings, spring rolls, and braised short rib with a crunchy edible spoon! Dan created the signature cocktail called “Baker’s Bourbon Brew,” which was a mixture of bourbon, St. Germaine, lemon juice, and a sprig of fresh rosemary.
Our reception took place on the top floor in the Skyline Ballroom. The large windows in the ballroom look out to Morningside Park. It feels like being on top of a high hill looking out to the NYC skyline. Our décor was simple and elegant. For our centerpieces, we had white flowers in gold vases with flickering candles surrounding them. Guests enjoyed themselves on the dance floor or hanging out and even smoking cigars on the terrace.
We started dinner with a tuna tartare and avocado salad, which was a big hit. For entrées, we offered a choice of roasted organic chicken or braised short ribs, Ben’s favorite. The music was incredible. Our band played covers of everything from Pitbull to Lionel Richie to Toto.