Rafik & Brianne

Welcoming, Walkabout, Cannon Beach Catering, Trilogy of Rings…

The day prior to the wedding we set out to Arch Cape, to a vacation rental liken to a scene in one of the Miazaki films where the couple welcomed us amongst the grinning poppy flowers and surprisingly thoughtful interior details which also reflected Japanese meets Oregon coast culture. The lighting installation began, and met in a constellation above the deck, as we all were a bit starry eyed looking forward to the next day when Rafik and Brianne could be dining underneath with their loved ones.

Day of, the couple were wed on the beach, after a delightful walkabout to Arch Cape and returned for the festivities. Niblack Events provided the reception fare, starting with the Strawberry Moscow Mule, and Grazing Boards featuring produce from Blackberry Bog Farms, and JJ’s notorious dips and house made ferments along side cheeses from near and far. Wild Mushroom Croquettes with their decisive crunch and seriously smooth inner textures were also offered with great reception, on top of a bed of taracotta romesco with a twinkling of micro-greenery.

Off to the tables then seated, guests would find Ivan’s Black Garlic Hummus with Catering Cannon Beach Bakery’s signature Zaatar Flat Bread (Brianne was beyond YES when presented with this idea) for their dipping pleasure. Once the buffet was open, guests were greeted with a Summer Salad with choice of Black Garlic Vinaigrette (yeah, we love the black garlic), or Strawberry Vinaigrette. If you didn’t already know, Oregon has some of the finest seasonal strawberries you can come by, and yes they were in this salad dressing. Next, for the sides were the Tabbouleh (Rafik had a good deal of traditional input on this dish—it turned out amazing), then the Herb Roasted Vegetables & Potatoes. Proteins included Herb Brined Chicken Thighs, Fresh Caught Steelhead with a Beurre Blanc Sauce, and a vegetarian option of Butternut Squash Quiche.

Desserts included a delightful wedding cake and cupcakes, by Gathered Bakery in Astoria.

To marry it all together, some folks generate events to build esteem or standing in the eyes of others. The essence of this event, however was constructed ring by ring, conjoined in respect built by hearts and conduct that have developed over generations unknown to us, yet clearly defined by generosity beyond our expectations by this family. Thank you Rafik & Brianne, for truly one of the most memorable events of Niblack Events history, and future. We sincerely wish you both a blessed marriage together, building family, legacy and trilogy of traditions and celebrations together in the same spirit as this was created.

-Sincerely, the Niblack Family & Crew

Thank you Vendors.

@naomilevitphotography

@gatheredastoria

@thecolumbiabar (black garlic everything)

Staffing: Ryan,/Jordyn/Matt, Settin’ it up…..Doug/JJ/Steven/Wes Cookin’ it up….Erin/Doug Talkin’ it up

George + Suzie 8.19.23 Cannon Beach Oregon

Where Two Become One, in Two Days…

Day 1…Where paths cross, and a marriage of a lifetime did take flight, George and Suzie began their trek from the coast California to the coast of Oregon to begin their rehearsal dinner on Friday. Niblack Events catered in Cannon Beach, set at the Waves where celebration and family from north and south met to enjoy appetizers and begin their quest of festivities.

Appetizers: Caprese Bruchetta / Summer Rolls & Nutty Sauce / Garlic Shrimp Skewers / Teres Major Medallion Sliders / Miniature GF Chocolate Chip Cookies By Gerty’s

While sun setting, birds bathing in haystack light, the bride and groom with family around fire, toasting to what was and is to come with the very happy couple. A good night, it was.

Day 2…Wheeling our gear into the beach re-setting tables, with to go boxes under legs to prevent sinking we set the stage for the big day. Suzie was with balcony friends, enjoying the preparations—-she peeking in on the grazing boards, as the group dressed for this beach wedding success. Not a traditional timeline, with the meal prior to the sunset kissed wedding ceremony, officiated by Pinky.

Niblack started with: Grazing board / Shrimp Cocktail (George wants the cocktail sauce recipe)

Mains: Rustic Sourdough & Black Garlic Whipped Butter / Caesar Salad / Mac N Cheese / Herb Roasted Potatoes & Vegetables / Herb Brined Chicken Thigh / Herb Encrusted Tri-Tip / Chocolate Ganache Brownies

As the golden hour of power began and ceremony orated, the air changed softer and brighter, and they all sat encircled around George & Suzie with commencing vows and culminating yahoo’s! This was one of our most relaxing, heartfelt appreciative groups of people, full of warmth as the sun set again on a union that will fulfill the vows of forever, and I DO wed you.

Thank you George & Suzie, we will always keep you and your family in our hearts—many very happy trails, and future tales of your marriage together we wish you both, all the best.

-Cannon Beach Catering by Niblack Events

@gertysgfgoodies

@thecolumbiabar (black garlic everything)

Thank you Ryan, Jet and the Kitchen Staff for an amazing event yet again.

Ashley + Nick. 11.4.23 Ruins at Astor

When you get your vows from a Haunted House…

The atmosphere was set, in the historic Astor Ruins building, in the heart of downtown Astoria. Dear friends gathered to add the decorative touches to tables as the couple was getting prepared in the apartment upstairs, overlooking the Columbia River. The light shone into the panes of the archways, as the forecast changed from torrential storms to the sun showing itself to bring life to Ashley & Nick, as they took photos in the upper quarters of the balcony. What of these vows, that were lost then found?

As the two flower girls paraded down the isle between the set tables with appropriate demeanor of decor, the couple was clearly relieved that the slips of paper pulled out of a wedding chapel halloween house were found, and now they found themselves surrounded by witnesses to a wedding long awaited. A friend as officiant, and exchanges of laughter and love sealed the union, underneath the hotel sign that welcomed many guests for many years.

Here’s to you both, for many welcoming memories and scripts that last, with your story being one for tales and laughter with loved ones for years to come. Even Crystal the photographer was hoping she would be chosen, to shoot the memories in this famous yet eerily crumbling venue, which will be a long awaited chapter in her photo gallery. Thank you for allowing us to bring you the wedding supper, and the feast of merriment to fill your hearts as years go by and reflections of this day draw near.

Menu:

Grazing / Rustic Sourdough / Whipped Black Garlic Butter

Salad / Roasted Josie Farms Vegetables / Stuffed Acorn Squash

Herb Brined Chicken / Chinook Salmon with Beurre Blanc

Lemon Curd Tartlets / Creme Brulee

Props!

• Produce: https://www.facebook.com/JosiFarms/

• Black Garlic: https://thecolumbiabar.com/

• Photography: https://crystalgenes.net/wedding-ruins-astor-astoria/