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Katelyn Nichols and Miles Shearron

Mill & Mine Knoxville Event Venue- First Fruits Catering

The adorable couple met in Atlanta GA. where Katelyn is an ICU nurse, and they returned here to Knoxville to get married in Katelyn’s home town.

First Fruits Catering served Southern Comfort Foods with a complete layer cakes dessert buffet.

The main menu included Chicken Marsala , Rosemary Beef Roast, Whipped Potato Casserole, Southern Style Green Beans, Gourmet Pre-Set Salad, & Layer Cakes – Strawberry, Chocolate, Vanilla Bean, Italian Cream, Carrot, Red Velvet, and Wett Lemon.

The Mill & Mine is the perfect wedding venue for large weddings offering an urban style atmosphere and lots of room with amenities that include large changing rooms,  outdoor space, a full stage for bands, and easy access from the downtown Knoxville area with lots of parking.

First Fruits Guest Services. Fifty (50) person minimum required. There are no “Event Day” hidden add-on charges. Gratuity covers professional uniformed staff, delivery, set-up, clean-up and buffet linens and skirting. Gratuity Service 20% of subtotal. Priced Per Person.

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    Guest Services Rentals

    Rentals include - plates, stainless flatware, glassware (stemmed), & Large Disposable napkins . We can offer rental company referrals for other rental items (tents, tables, guest table linens, etc.)

  • Reserve Date Contracts & Gratuity

    First Fruits Catering holds reserved "Event Dates" by contract on a first booked-first served basis. The "Non-Refundable" contract fee is 25% of the Grand Total for services, and is collected to "hold the date" and cover Admin. fees . Special provisions in our contract allow clients to incorporate changes to their menu and guest count up to three weeks prior to the event that can change the 75% remaining balance due. A 50 Person Minimum is required for ALL Catering.   20 % Gratuity- All Buffet and Hor d oeuvre Receptions :covers professional uniformed staff, delivery, set-up, clean-up of our work area and clearing of dining rooms tables. 30% Gratuity- Plated Meal Receptions:  plus above gratuity services .

  • Bartenders and Alcohol

    Insurance liabilities do not permit First Fruits Catering to provide bartender staff, set-ups, or glassware for alcohol . We can refer the most professional bartender staff at the most affordable price. Inquire with us regarding your bar needs.

 

Julie and Chris Dalby

Knoxville, TN Wedding

Welcome from Julie and ChrisThis Vintage Wedding Reception was Extraordinary !!! A collaboration of several great minds , coordinators, and exceptional vendors…

Let me start with the ladies at The Wedding Market at 2911. The details of the day were carefully orchestrated like a symphony, with much of the added touches to this reception happening days and months in advance. For example, this well kept secret of a grooms “cigar lounge” was a perfect gift from Julie to Chris….. adding a Gatsby touch.

Grooms Humidor The Wedding “I SPY” table was fun for guest

Wedding "I SPY"The use of the Vintage Typewriters was very clever….

Guest Book TypewriterAnd the Awesome Vintage Suitcases which displayed the “Happy Trails” guest favor trail mix.

Suitcase Trail mix"Happy Trails" trail mix Guest FavorAnother Awesome Vendor that made this wedding reception extraordinary … was Lisa Foster Floral Designs !

From the Wedding Party Florals to the Centerpieces… Simply Gorgeous.

Vintage CenterpieceEach of the Tables had a uniquely different look , yet all kept with the vintage color scheme.

Centerpiece by Lisa FosterLisa Foster Floral DesignsAnd after having worked with Jennie Andrews several times now… I understand why Knoxville is so “IN LOVE” with her. She is Stealth on site, getting just the right photographic art photo’s. Here is the Bridal Portrait she took!

Bridal Portrait And WOW..just “WOW” the sound from the Cover Band “The Coveralls” was amazing! They keep the guest entertained into the late evening with their great sound.

The Coveralls.. Band Extraordinaire “Mother of the Groom” was enlisted to prepare Chris’s favorite cookie recipes…served up with Wedding Cake as the Grooms Choice.

Orange and White Thumbprint CookiesGrooms Choice "Lemon Cookies with Milk"OK .. Since this is a Caterers Blog… I must share some of the incredible food pics. Julie and Chris talked to several different caterers in the Knoxville area, without full confidence in their ability to deliver their envisioned food reception. Then remembered attending an Open House where we served up food samples… and just loved all our recipes. So, with the help of Brenda at The Wedding Market at 2911, they got in touch with us to complete this perfect wedding reception menu! We offered the right “Vintage Look ” buffet they were looking for, and the menu they chose was perfect!

Roasted Pecan (Cornbread) stuffed Chicken Gallentine, with a light curry Bechamel Sauce.

Chicken Gallentine

Martini Queso Grits Station with Andouille Sausage, Chives, Benton Bacon, and Shredded Sharp Cheddar.

Vintage Grits Bar StationThe Southwestern Black Bean Salad Martini’s were a hit!

Southwestern Black Bean Martini'sSpinach Artichoke Phyllo Cups

Spinach Artichoke Phyllo CupsParmesan Roma Tomato accompanied by fresh baked Tomato Tarts

Parmesan Tomatoes and Tomato TartsThe Main Buffet was completely Vintage including our signature “Crystal Knob” Door

Raised Door BufetAnother Station offered Fresh Fruit Fondue… And we Butler Passed Trayed Crab Dip Bruschetta  and Benton Bacon Cheddar Cream Puffs.

Vintage Fruit Fondue DisplayI also really need to mention how wonderful The Reserve at Bluebird Hill staff were to work with.  Emily , Jan, and Bo were on site and their focus was solely on making the wedding couples dreams of the “Perfect Wedding Reception” come true.

Also From Chef Tony to EVERYONE THEREThanks Chris and Julie !

Pigeon Forge, TN

This Estate sits directly on a mountain peak and features incredible views on both sides of the property.

Pool side ViewPool Side and Then Ceremony Side

Ceremony SideVon Bryan EstateWith the Main House and Guest House combined, the rental estate will comfortably sleep 50 guest.

The home has a large bar area that was used for the reception buffet, wedding cake, bar, and dance floor area.

Vanilla Bean Wedding CakeIndoor and Outdoor seating was available for guest to enjoy!

guest tablesIt is an awesome pleasure to work with such a professional staff

Cameron , Fred , Whitney , KyleA heavy hor d oeuvres package was served from our Chef Tony catering Garnet Package .

Garnet PackageGarnet PackageSmoky Mountain weddings are a delight ! Thanks Veronica for making First Fruits Catering a part of your special wedding day!