New York City photographer, Terry Gruber of Gruber Photographers, shared this wonderful photograph from the wedding of Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones that was held at The Plaza Hotel. What a joyful moment it captures! (Terry also supplied us with our New York landing page image as well!).

One can only imagine all the thousands and thousands of wedding receptions that have been celebrated in this historic hotel. Think of all the love, laughter and cherished memories that make The Plaza Hotel one of the top three wedding reception venues in New York City.

Making sure that the food is as wonderful as the ambiance at The Plaza is Great Performances. Great Performances brings consummate culinary skill and originality to the table, complemented by personalized attention to detail and exquisite service.

This fabulous trio is just one of many that you will find from StrictlyWeddings.com New York. We’ll continue to introduce you to them over the next few months through our blog.

For those who have been following “Leigh and Nick” as the  winning couple, here are two beautiful photographs. Pictured below, Leigh and Nick share a moment at the Plaza Grand Ballroom, NYC where they enjoyed a lavish reception featuring the Grand Ballroom’s signature 100-Mile Menu. At the end of the news release below is a link to view the Today Show’s slide show.

Photos: Chris Eastland

New York – July 15, 2009: This morning, Leigh and Nick, the former Olympic hopefuls who captured the hearts of viewers during the 10th annual TODAY Throws a Wedding, celebrated their nuptials with a lavish reception broadcast live from the legendary Grand Ballroom at the Plaza Hotel. The Plaza’s Grand Ballroom has hosted dream weddings for over a century, and, following its magnificent restoration, it is once again the quintessential destination for special celebrations.

The lucky couple’s once-in-a-lifetime wedding reception was attended by 175 guests, who enjoyed a custom 100 Mile Menu created by Executive Chef Chris Harkness with dishes sourced within 100 mile of the Grand Ballroom including Katchkie Farm Tomato Terrine, Local Roasted Monkfish over Sweet Pea Risotto, Herb Seared Filet of Beef with Tender Gnocchi, Baby Mushrooms, Sautéed Spinach, and Cabernet Demi Glaze and for dessert Ricotta Tort with Toasted Almonds and Blueberries.

In keeping with the local theme, a special 100 Mile Cocktail, The Pomona, was created to toast the couple. Named after the goddess of abundance (whose statue adorns the fountain outside the Plaza’s main entrance), the Pomona is made from American Fruits Black Currant Cordial, Lieb Family Cellars Blanc de Blancs (a Long Island sparkling wine), and local honey.

According to Liz Neumark, CEO of CPS Events at the Plaza, the 100 Mile Menu and cocktail are inspired by the demand among today’s brides for more seasonal, farm-to-table foods at their weddings.

“This new culinary movement marries seasonal fare with elegant style,” adds Neumark. “With fresh, organic ingredients served within 36 hours of their harvest, it is the synthesis of robust flavor and modern dining.”

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