Real Wedding Spotlight: Summer Love
Wedding At A Glance
August 2019 Tea Ceremony & Reception | 135 guests | Family Style Dinner | Choice Open Bar
Vendors
Photography: Live View Studios | Planning & Design: Harmony Weddings & Events | DJ: DJ Ryan the DJ | Caterer: Snap Pea | Floral: Color Fields | Rentals: American Party Rentals, CE Rentals | Cake: Mad Hatter | Pie: East Durham Bake Shop | Food Truck: Two Roosters
Promising Forever
On a sunny August day, this couple said “I Do” in front of their closest friends and family in the stunning Duke University Chapel. With newlywed smiles on their faces, the two walked around campus to enjoy a mild North Carolina summer day and snap some shots as husband and wife before heading over to The Cookery for a traditional Chinese wedding tea ceremony and beautiful reception!
Tea Time
Between exchanging vows and dancing the night away, this loving couple gathered with their families in The Cookery’s dressing suite for an intimate Chinese wedding tea ceremony to celebrate the union of their two families. The newlyweds were able to show their respect and gratitude for their parents, in-laws, and elders by serving them tea. In return, their families shared advice and granted their blessings to the new couple – some, by gifting them “hóngbāo,” beautiful red envelopes containing money.
Special Wedding Moments
Outfitted with sleak leather couches and armchairs, our dressing suite is the perfect place to get ready before the big day, share a pre-ceremony toast with your wedding party, or share a cup of tea with new family.
Gathering Over Dinner and Drinks
Guests got the party started in the front room as drinks started flowing and the couple arrived, greeting a crowd of all their favorite people. Family and friends gathered in our ballroom at long tables adorned with Chinese knot tassels, vibrant red napkins, and gold-rimmed plates.
Attention to All the Details
We love when couples add their own flair to our space – like adding vintage lounge sets, using this antique safe in the front room for table assignments, or decorating the mezzanine (aren’t those lanterns the cutest?!).
Each and every one of these bright red and gold details were selected with such care – starting from the bride’s bouquet and the groom’s tie, to the table seat numbers and name tags, to the gorgeous table setting.
Dancing the Night Away
After a delicious dinner, guests made their way from the ballroom into the front room to grab another drink at the bar and enjoy a slice of cake. The newlyweds hit the floor for their first dance as husband and wife, and it wasn’t long until everyone else joined in the fun for a night they’ll never forget.
I Wanna Dance
With Somebody
The best part of the night is when the couple starts to dance like no one is watching!
