Over 200 wedding professionals and brides joined us a few weeks ago at the Knot’s vendor party which took place at Waldorf Astoria Orlando & Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek.
Welcome in Grand Foyer
Live Art
The evening began at 6pm with a cocktail reception in the Grand Ballroom. Weddings Unique did a wonderful job planning and putting together the vendors that participated. The room was outfitted with plush seating, overflowing orchid flower arrangements, dimmed chandeliers, and glowing candlelight.
Grand Ballroom
Grand Ballroom
The red, white, and black color scheme exuded a swanky retro vibe as the amazing Buzzcatz performed on stage. Guests enjoyed a variety of live art including a living fountain and aerialists performances.
Living Fountain
After the cocktail reception, guests were led out to the Island – which I have to say was stunning! Chic Miami-style lounge furniture was on the lawns with billowing white fabrics against the beautiful Florida sunset.
The Island
The Island
The food was out of this world – the best was the seafood station which was overflowing with fresh crab, shrimp, and other delicious creations.
Seafood Display
Delicious Seafood
The Chef Station
The live art continued including a female vine stiltwalker making her way through the crowds.
Living Vine
On the far end of the Island we had an impressive painting display by local artists Ed Campos and Kathleen Brodeur (you can also see their artwork in La Luce) of a bride, groom, and wedding cake. The paintings actually held mini-wedding cakes created by our phenomenal pastry team at the Waldorf Astoria Orlando. The cakes were finished to blend in with the background of the painting, and when looking directly at the display, you barely even noticed the masterful creations that were floating on top!
Mini-Wedding Cake Display and Paintings
The Artists and their Paintings
The Pastry Team with their Sweet Creations
Our Beverage Director created a special bubbly treat – we are the only hotel in Central Florida to offer this exclusive beverage! I got to see him making this behind the scenes and it is a labor of love. He starts with Cointraeu from which he creates these beautiful molecular pearls. The “pearls” are served on a silver spoon, dropped into your champagne, and viola – Champagne with pearls!
"Champagne with Pearls"
Our Beverage Director Creating "Champagne with Pearls"
The evening carried on with dancing and lounging on the furniture, enjoying the cool breezes from the creek. Thanks to all who attended and participated - it was a spectacular event and everyone had an amazing time!
