lunch at the Antlers Hilton - Colorado Springs corporate event photographer

One of the highlights for us in the business of running the business is getting together with industry professionals at the HSMAI luncheon each month. Yesterday was no exception as we returned to the classy Antlers Hilton in downtown Colorado Springs.

Jean-Marie floral designs provided these striking centerpieces:



Chef Ryan started us out with a light, fresh mix of heirloom tomatoes and Brie...





...followed by some delicious Chilean Sea Bass. DeAnna isn't a big fan of seafood and we don't have it at home or when we eat out so having some really great seafood is always a big treat for me. Yum!



And for dessert...strawberry ice cream with a caramelized marshmallow shell. Double yum!



So who thinks up all this terrific food that we see at classy hotels and swanky wedding receptions? That actually was the topic of the day as Monica from Hyatt Hotels discussed food trends and influences for the food and beverage industry. It was interesting to see how there are just as many concerns about being new and fresh in the food industry as there are for florists and dress makers! I especially loved seeing how the trend of 'comfort food' has transformed grilled cheese sandwiches and tomato soup into a grilled panini with tomato bisque gourmet meal!



HSMAI members -- drop us a line if you need any of these photographs.

-Tim & DeAnna





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