Ester & Nate

Step into the fairytale wedding of Esther and Nate, where their love story danced under the Berkshire skies at the enchanting Stonover Farm in Lenox. Nate + Esther's magical three-day celebration wasn’t just a wedding but a cinematic experience.

The scene opened with a picturesque rehearsal dinner alongside Stonover's duck pond. And as the sun sets, a live band sets the mood for what's to come.

The following day, the path to the upper barn transformed into an aisle, where vows were exchanged and promises made. As the ceremony concluded, guests were invited to a cocktail hour inside the barn that resembled nothing short of an enchanted forest.

But oh, the evening had more twinkling surprises! Glowing lantern trails beckoned the guests to a dreamy, clear-top tent where the setting sun weaved gold into the night. And as the skies turned dark, magnificent butterfly puppets fluttered, leading the way back to the enchanted forest. There, living tree performers, in their whimsical glory, ignited the dance floor, ensuring memories that would last a lifetime.

Now, let’s dish out a secret: with his rich restaurant background, Nate was the maestro behind the cocktail planning. Esther, our radiant bride, wasn't content just wearing the white dress; she wore her chef's hat, too. Teaming up with us, she sprinkled her culinary inspiration over every dish, ensuring every bite was a part of their love story.

What lights up our event-planning hearts? It’s diving deep into the dreams of couples like Esther and Nate. Feeling their excitement, understanding their ‘why,’ and turning their fantasies into reality.

Hand in hand with our team, Nate and Esther's dream wedding was crafted, painted, and sung into existence—a testament to love, passion, and a sprinkling of planning magic.

The Team

Couple: @instagetti + @esthersnax
Photography: @hannahphotography_vt
Video: @saltandpinefilms
Venue: @stonoverfarm
Event Planning + Catering: @mezze_events
Florals: @athabold
Lighting: @lnjweddings
Supplemental Audio + Lighting: @encoreaudioeventservices
Rentals: @classicaltents + @partyrentalltd
Lounges: @afrfurniturerental
Linens: @bbjlatavola
Band: @affinitinyc
Living Trees + Butterfly Puppets: @wemakepretend
Espresso Bar: @espresso_dave
Hair + MUA: @ido_gorgeous @jenimccar @joyous_occasions_bridal

Drinks

SIGNATURE COCKTAILS
CUCUMBER GIMLISH DHOS no AbV, lime, soda, muddled cucumber, simple, cucumber wheel
UPSIDE DOWN MARTINI Tanqueray gin, Vermont vermouth, lemon twist + gordal olive
ROME WITH A VIEW Campari, Cocchi Americano, lime, club soda + dehydrated citrus

WINE
Cremant de Limoux Brut, 'Cote Mas,' PAUL MAS FR
Sauvignon Blanc, BARTHEZ, Bordeaux, FR
Chardonnay, De WETSHOF Limestone Hill, SA
Pinot Grigio "Pullus" THE PINOT PROJECT, IT
Cabernet Sauvignon, Horse Heaven Hills, H3, WA

Food

STATIONARY HORS D’OEUVRES
CHEESEBOARD & CRUDITE
CABOT CLOTHBOUND CHEDDAR aged 2 years at Jasper Hill Cellars, VT
MAGGIE'S ROUND, Cricket Creek Farm, MA
ST. STEPHEN'S, Four Fat Fowl Farm, NY
PARMESAN BREAD STICKS
BERKSHIRE MOUNTAIN BAKERY baguette
GIARDINIERA
NUT MIX rosemary + garlic
MARINATED OLIVES
HUMMUS summer vegetables, green goddess spread

CICCHETTI STATION
MARINATED BOQUERONES + ROASTED RED PEPPER
SMOKED TROUT RILLETTES pickled mustard seeds + red onion
WHITE BEAN PUREE cherry tomato confit
GOAT CHEESE fig + balsamic

PASSED HORS D’OEUVRES
MUSHROOM TARTS
CHARRED MISO EGGPLANT papadum, cilantro, mint
TUNA TARTARE aleppo pepper on wonton cracker
CHICKEN YAKITORI MEATBALL yuzu aioli, pickled radish
BEEF CARPACCIO celeriac remoulade, crostini
LAMB LOLLIPOPS


FAMILY STYLE
HEIRLOOM TOMATO SALAD local stone fruit, olive salsa verde, torn crispy croutons

HUDSON VALLEY STEELHEAD TROUT ligurian pesto, crispy spiced chickpeas, fried basil
ROAST CHICKEN fried herbs, confited +charred lemon
RIBEYE fried shishitos, chimichurri
POTATOES mushroom conserva
CHERMOULA EGGPLANT turmeric coconut yogurt, quinoa tabbouleh
BRAISED SUMMER SQUASHES shakshuka
 

DESSERT STATION
HONEY CAKE
CHOCOLATE ICE CREAM extra virgin olive oil
SEA-SALT CHOCOLATE ESPRESSO TART
LEMON BLUEBERRY TART
MELON
ESPRESSO