Accepting the Tastes of Spring New Starts

Spring is like a new set of ingredients that nature itself lays out. It's the perfect time to serve food that celebrates the start of the new season. Think of flavors that are light and bright and make your mouth water like citrus fresh greens and vegetables that are just starting to grow.

When you think of spring you might think of peas radishes and asparagus. Asparagus Risotto is a great starter. It has creamy arborio rice bright green asparagus spears and a hint of lemon zest. But pea shoots and microgreens can turn boring salads into something great.

The main course could be fresh Atlantic salmon. You can either poach it with a dill yogurt sauce or char grill it. It fills you up without being too heavy and it goes well with new potatoes and a salad made with fennel. Adding blood oranges and other citrus fruits not only makes the dish look better but it also gives it a fresh crisp flavor that perfectly captures spring.

Bright and Bold Summer Eating

In the summer New England is full of colors and tastes. This is the time of year when a lot of different foods are in season like ripe heirloom tomatoes and juicy berries. When you plan a wedding menu at Bishop Farm you want to make a feast that includes these fresh creative foods.

Start with appetizers that scream "summer." Think about Caprese Skewers with fresh basil colorful cherry tomatoes mozzarella pearls and a drizzle of balsamic reduction. These are easy to move so guests can talk to each other.

The main thing to do with summer meals is grill. Grilled swordfish or lobster tails are classic New England foods that make the party feel like it's at the beach. You could serve these with grilled corn or a mix of summer vegetables to make them taste more like summer.

Autumn Extravaganza Warm and Earthy

Ah autumn. The weather is almost the same as in New England. The cool air the leaves and the big harvest. Bishop Farm looks like a postcard in the fall. Now is the best time to enjoy hearty rich flavors that celebrate the harvest.

A butternut squash soup with sage and nutmeg could be the first course. You can also taste fall in every bite of crostini with a thick fig jam and goat cheese on top.

When it comes to main dishes choose the strong ones. Slow roasted beef with a garlic and rosemary crust and caramelized root vegetables on the side are great in the cooler weather. Another option is a fall risotto with sage and pumpkin. It's tasty and makes you feel good.

Winter Treats Warm and Cozy

New England becomes a snowy paradise in the winter. Because of the snow covered scenery weddings at Bishop Farm are even more special at this time of year. You can make a menu that makes people feel warm and at home.

Start your winter meals with appetizers that make you feel good. You could also have a thick Mushroom Ragout with crusty bread or a Pumpkin Parmesan Polenta. They make you feel warm and cozy while you eat.

The best main dish is a well cooked Beef Wellington or a Herb Crusted Rack of Lamb. These are even more comfortable when you serve them with rich buttery mashed potatoes or parsnip puree.

Encore Elements Things that make it feel local

To sum it all up Bishop Farm's New England wedding menu is unforgettable because it combines the beauty of nature with local style. To really connect your menu to the local culture think about adding lobster rolls clam chowder or even dishes with maple syrup to it.

Think about the appetizers a mini lobster roll or clam chowder shooter can pay homage to New England's maritime history. Adding these along with cheeses made in the area to the charcuterie boards will give them a very New England feel.

Seafood Boil Ensembles and Maple Glazed Roast Chicken are two examples of main courses that can change when you add regional accents. The Bass and the Maple are both well known in the area.

You could end the event on a sweet note by serving Blueberry Buckle or Whoopie Pies which are popular in the area as dessert. These are a fun twist on traditional foods.

And the last thing that can make the party even better is cocktails that reflect the area. Every sip of Maple Bourbon Old Fashioned or Blueberry Gin Fizz tastes like New England.

When you make wedding menus at Bishop Farm you have to take into account the personality of each season local flavors and the history of the area. These things together make for a day that is as beautiful and memorable as it should be. So whether it's spring's light summer's burst autumn's rich hues or winter's cozy comfort crafting a meal that matches will ensure every part of the wedding tells the same beautiful tale.