Bianco Al Fresco, an outdoor dining event in Upstate New York

Bianco Al Fresco, an outdoor dining event inspired by local ingredients and the Italian countryside in Upstate New York

Real Weddings

“I think food, culture, people and landscape are all absolutely inseparable.”
-Anthony Bourdain

Invitations that Evoke a Destination

Stationery is the first glimpse guests get of an event. As a unique event, we chose to work with Goldfinch Paperie to reflect the destination-style dining experience our vision held. A custom watercolor illustrated invitation suite was designed around the same principles as the marketing material, so you can see how this would translate to a wedding invitation suite. Those custom watercolor tiles and stone fountain illustrations highlighted the historic property built in 1804.

cream ad white wedding invitation with a tile border and custom fountain illustration

Welcome to Windridge Estate

Taking after the style of Dîner en Blanc, this outdoor dining experience also asked guests to participate in an all-white dress code to celebrate Summer! As each guest arrived they were greeted and directed to cocktail hour under the Belvedere event pavilion. Decorated with white lounges, and custom signage, guests were encouraged to walk around the property and partake in canapes. Sommelier Keenan of Eden choose a Clarified Gin Gimlet with wormwood tincture, lime, and simple syrup to feature.

vintage gold side table with white books next to a beige velvet couch

white wedding lounge under a wood arch and string lights

An Outdoor Dinner with Unparalleled Views of Upstate New York

The upper bocce court at Windridge Estate was transformed into the perfect dining location for the evening. A long table was set with heavy velvet linens from Elizabeth’s Chair Cover Rentals, laden with candles, and decorated with florals and custom menus. Guests chatted with new friends, and laughter could be heard throughout the property- a true sign of a successful event. As day turned to dusk, the custom lighting from Shine! added to the atmosphere. Custom lighting was installed alongside the bocce court and twinkling lights in the orchard brought so much character to the night.

white and gold outdoor event table decor

long table outside with white velvet linens and candles

A six-course farm-to-table dinner with local wine pairings

01.
Halibut Sausage with peas and mint
2021 Lieb Cellars, Pinot Blanc, North Fork, Long Island
02.
Lobster with brown butter hollandaise and roasted mushrooms
2022 Bridge Lane, Sauvignon Blanc, New York
03.
Mussel Cassoulet with asparagus, parsley, and breadcrumbs
2021 Lamoreaux Landing, Gruner Veltliner, Finger Lakes, New York
04.
Pan Roasted Chicken with Carolina gold rice grits, mustard greens and candie lemon
2021 Chateau Layfette Reneau, Chardonnay, Finger Lakes, New York
05.
Brisket Ravioli with Red Tatsoi, and sauce blanquette
2020 Forge Cellars, Dry Riesling ‘Classique’, Seneca Lake, New York
06.
Buttermilk Panna Cotta with rhubarb compote, and shortbread cookies
2018 Goose Watch, White Port ‘Finale’, Finger Lakes, New York