Archives for July 2014

Check out our menus! We can’t wait to cater for you!

Are you thinking about having an event soon?

Whether you’re interested in a personal party, a corporate event or even your Wedding – we can cater to your needs no matter the occasion.

To make things easier for you we have downloadable versions of our menus on our website.

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Our original menus are as follows:
Formal Menu: here
Informal Menu: here
Evening Menu: here
Check them out to see what we can do just for you.

We pride ourselves on presenting the freshest, the best and the most divine meals. We love to impress, not only our clients but their guests also!

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We always have plenty of positive responses and enjoy working in conjunction with venues to ensure your event will run as smoothly as possible. We already have built strong relationships with many venues in and around the North West of England. These venues include Upper House Hayfield.

Or if you are more specific about what you require then we are more than happy to have a sit down chat with you and design a bespoke menu especially for you!

We love creating new dishes and menus and incorporating people’s personal preferences into meals to make the most interesting and delicious menu possible.

We can provide menus for any special diet needs such as vegetarian options and a large range of tasty options for you to choose from.

“A little information on Adam and Simon:

Simon has spent his career irking in the set kitchens the North West has to offer. This includes The Juniper in Altrincham, heading the pastry department, also The White House in Prestbury. His passion like Adam is taking local produce and creating simple effective dishes.

Adam opened up two Radisson hotels as the Meeting and Events Director, the first being the Radisson SAS Manchester Airport, with the 32 event rooms anew inning awards such as the “Best Airport Business Hotel In The World” and more recently the Radisson Edwardian. He organised events such as Gordon Brown’s G8 Chancellor Summit and the first Labour Party Conference in 2006”

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“If you wish to book Vanilla In Allseasons then please just let me know by email or please feel free to call us on 01625 421685.”

Adam Evanson and Simon Bailey.

So whatever your needs are do not hesitate to get in contact with us as we would be more than happy to accommodate you and share the experience of your event with you!

WHEN LIFE HANDS YOU LEMONS – MAKE LEMONADE!

WHEN LIFE HANDS YOU LEMONS – MAKE LEMONADE!
WITH THE SUMMER HERE THERE IS NOTHING BETTER THAN GOING ON AN OUTDOOR ADVENTURE WITH A DELICIOUS PICNIC IN TOW!
WHY NOT HAVE SOME FUN AND HAVE A GO AT MAKING SOME REFRESHING HOMEMADE LEMONADE? IT’S QUICK AND EASY AND ALSO A GREAT ACTIVITY TO INVOLVE THE CHILDREN.

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INGREDIENTS
1 CUP SUGAR (CAN REDUCE TO ¾ CUP)
1 CUP WATER (FOR THE SIMPLE SYRUP)
1 CUP LEMON JUICE
3 TO 4 CUPS COLD WATER (TO DILUTE)

METHOD
1) MAKE SIMPLE SYRUP BY HEATING THE SUGAR AND WATER IN A SMALL SAUCEPAN UNTIL THE SUGAR IS DISSOLVED COMPLETELY.

2) WHILE THE SUGAR IS DISSOLVING, USE A JUICER TO EXTRACT THE JUICE FROM 4 TO 6 LEMONS, ENOUGH FOR ONE CUP OF JUICE.

3) ADD THE JUICE AND THE SUGAR WATER TO A PITCHER. ADD 3 TO 4 CUPS OF COLD WATER, MORE OR LESS TO THE DESIRED STRENGTH. REFRIGERATE 30 TO 40 MINUTES. IF THE LEMONADE IS A LITTLE SWEET FOR YOUR TASTE, ADD A LITTLE MORE STRAIGHT LEMON TO IT.

FINALLY, FINISH OFF BY SERVING WITH ICE AND SLICED LEMONS FOR THE PERFECT QUENCH-THIRSTING DRINK!

TAKE A LOOK AT OUR INFORMAL MENU FOR FOOD INSPIRATION TO COMPLIMENT THE FRESH, SUMMERY VIBES!

BBQ THEMED DELIGHT!

WE ALL LOVE ABIT OF SUNSHINE IN OUR LIVES AND AFTER A LONG EASTER BANK HOLIDAY WE SURE WEREN’T DISAPPOINTED! DID YOU GET THE MUCH-LOVED BARBEQUE OUT THIS WEEKEND WHILST SOAKING UP THE RAYS?

IF YOU’RE PLANNING A WEDDING OR SPECIAL EVENT THIS SUMMER, HAVE YOU CONSIDERED A MORE RELAXED AND FUN FOOD THEME FOR THE DAY? WE HAVE NOTICED AN INCREASE IN CASUAL AND SOCIABLE FOOD OPTIONS OVER THE FORMAL OR TRADITIONAL CHOICES. IF THIS IS SOMETHING THAT APPEALS TO YOU, TAKE A LOOK AT OUR DELICIOUS INFORMAL MENU!

THERE’S NO BETTER WAY TO SOCIALISE IN THE GLORIOUS BRITISH SUNSHINE THAN WITH A GOOD OLD BARBEQUE. WE HAVE A FABULOUS SELECTION OF BARBEQUE MENUS TO CATER FOR ALL TASTES.

WE HAVE AN ARRAY OF TASTY MEAT TO OFFER SUCH AS CUMBERLAND SAUSAGE, MOUTH-WATERING RIB EYE STEAK AND SUCCULENT CHICKEN WITH COCONUT AND CHILLI. ACCOMPANIED WITH FRESH SALADS, ROASTED VEGETABLES AND DESSERTS FOR YOU TO INDULDGE IN, YOU CERTAINLY WON’T BE DISAPPOINTED! TAKE A LOOK AND FEEL INSPIRED!

WE LOVE TO PROVIDE FOR ALL OF OUR CLIENTS PERSONAL REQUESTS, HELPING TO MAKE THEIR DAY SPECIAL AND UNIQUE TO THEM. SEEING THE GUESTS HAPPY AND HAVING A FANTASTIC TIME MAKES US HAPPY TOO!

IF YOU WOULD LIKE SOME MORE INFORMATION ON OUR MENUS OR WANT TO SHARE ANY OF YOUR IDEAS, FEEL FREE TO GET IN TOUCH. WE’D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU!

Friends of Vanilla – Chelsea Shoesmith Photography

If you are looking for a photographer for your event, we highly recommend the wonderful Chelsea Shoesmith Photography service www.chelseashoesmith.co.uk. Her astonishing ability to capture the spirit of an event is exquisite. The photo gallery areas of her website showcase her work beautifully.

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Ranging from weddings, charity events to portrait images, Chelsea’s varied skill set will work to enhance your event, through both professional and creative techniques. Chelsea’s advanced experience within the industry allows this lovely lady to produce photos of the highest standard.

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Chelsea’s interest in story telling through her images allows the uniqueness of your day to flow through images, bringing your day to life. Whatever memories you want to capture forever, let Chelsea Shoesmith Photography allow your happiness to shine through.

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Don’t just take our word for it, go to www.chelseashoesmith.co.uk to see differentiating versions of her completed albums. Chelsea is a Manchester based photographer working in and around the North West area. Simply get in contact via the following details to enquire about the coverage of your event!

Her contact details are as follows:
Email: chelsea@chelseashoesmith.co.uk
Phone: 07891877395

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Why stop there? You can also keep up with Chelsea on twitter @c_shoesmith

Images from Chelsea Shoesmith Photography.

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