All photos by Pepper Nix.
As gorgeous as a Utah wedding ceremony can be—and we’ve seen some stunners!—the most precious moments often don’t happen at the ceremony itself. In fact, they may not even come on the wedding day. Sometimes they come before the big day, when family and friends get together to relax, connect, and celebrate each other’s company.
Recently, we had the pleasure of hosting a delightful rehearsal dinner here at Kimball Terrace in Park City. Here are a few of the beautiful moments of that event.
Idyllic Views
The setting was perfect for this late summer celebration. From every angle, the views from Kimball Terrace looked out onto Park City at its absolute best: blue skies stretching wide, green mountains rising up like a painted backdrop, and the bustling charm of Main Street below. It was the effortless beauty you see only on a bright summer day in the mountains.
Inside, the atmosphere was warm and festive. Floor-to-ceiling windows wrapped the room in a glow, spilling golden light across the gleaming tablescapes, catching the glint of glassware, and making colorful floral arrangements pop. Bright florals in shades of pink, yellow, and green made the space glow. There was a sense of intimacy, making the space feel like a private celebration in the mountains’ embrace.
The whole room seemed to buzz with delight. Everywhere you looked, you saw guests smiling and swapping stories, sharing hugs, and laughing over inside jokes. Guests moved easily between laughter and conversation, their reflections mingling with the mountain views in the tall glass windows.
This rehearsal dinner—indeed, the whole evening—was every bit as vibrant and delightful as the couple themselves.
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The Food
Of course, no Culinary Crafts event would be complete without unforgettable food. As guests mingled and visited, they sampled from trays of chef-crafted hors d’oeuvres, each one more tempting than the last. These playful bites paired perfectly with the lively conversation—celebratory, fresh, and fun.
Hors D’Oeuvres
1. Watermelon with crumbled feta, fresh mint, and balsamic reduction
2. House-made garlic crostini with roasted artichoke and gorgonzola cream
3. Crab cakes and caper remoulade
4. Truffle deviled eggs with fresh shaved truffles
5. Bacon-wrapped dates paired with goat cheese crema and a honey drizzle
Meanwhile, bartenders were mixing up colorful cocktails all evening long, adding even more sparkle to the celebration.
During the hilarious and heartfelt speeches, guests dug into the filet mignon with citrus herb gremolata, or the pan-seared halibut with tomato fennel broth, all served over creamy polenta with roasted broccolini.
We love when all the elements of an event come together perfectly: the guests, the mood, the décor, the food, the view, the weather…everything!
The highlight of the night, though, wasn’t the food or the flowers or even the gorgeous mountain backdrop. It was the people. Their palpable joy. The toasts brimming with delight. And the happy couple surrounded by exactly what they wanted most—love, laughter, and the kind of energy that only comes from gathering your favorite people in one magical place.
A dessert of sticky toffee pudding and roasted local Publik coffee, and then it was back out onto the patio to enjoy the evening alpine air and savor grilled panini sandwiches.
At Culinary Crafts, we believe food is never just food. It’s the magnet that draws people together, the spark that starts conversations, and the lubricant that makes an event roll seamless and smooth.
This special Utah wedding rehearsal dinner was a perfect reminder of why we do what we do; for the moments of perfection and delight, and for the people we share those moments with.
Vendors
Special thanks to our fellow vendors who helped make these beautiful moments happen:
Event Planner—Fuse Weddings and Events
Coffee Service—Publik Coffee Roasters
Photographer—Pepper Nix
Videographer—Jeremy Anderson Films films.com/
Catering—Culinary Crafts
Florals—Artisan Bloom
Rentals—All Out Event Rental
Linens—BBJ La Tavola
Hedgewalls & Bistro lights—Skylark Productions
Lighting—Moonlight Utah
