The inside life of a Chef at Boulevard Gardens
Here at Boulevard Gardens, we pride ourselves on not only our providing our lovely couples and guests with beautiful locations for their special day, but also on the quality of the food we produce. Not long ago we sat down with Vincent, the chef here at Boulevard Gardens, to talk about all things food.
Here at Boulevard Gardens, we pride ourselves on not only our providing our lovely couples and guests with beautiful locations for their special day, but also on the quality of the food we produce. Not long ago we sat down with Vincent, the chef here at Boulevard Gardens, to talk about all things food.
How long have you been a chef for and where did you complete your apprenticeship?
After graduating high school in my hometown - Malaysia, I decided I wanted to pursue my career as a Chef, as cooking is something i've always had a passion and talent for. I was lucky to receive a full-time apprenticeship straight after high school. With all of the sweat and tears (only from cutting onions...) came a tonne of knowledge, and I graduated as a Chef when I was 19 years of age. After my apprenticeship I was lucky enough to score a position at a 5 star hotel in Malaysia. I gained a lot of knowledge, tips, experience, and tricks from the best in the Industry. I say the "best" in the industry, as the Executive Chefs came from Europe to work with us from the very beginning. With a lot of hard work, a lot of competition and a lot of hurdles to overcome, I ended up excelling in my career and have continued to succeed ever since.
What are your top 3 favourite dishes from Boulevard Gardens?
I think that's a very difficult question, as every single dish at Boulevard Gardens is mouth-watering, fresh and unique. A lot of time, effort and love goes into each dish at Boulevard, but if I had to choose, I would say:
1. Wild Barramundi; topped with macadamia nut and pesto crust.
2. The Vegetarian Risotto.
3. Either the Chocolate Mousse; topped with raspberries OR the Baked New York Cheesecake.
What is your favourite ingredient to work with?
Growing up, I thought salt belonged in a shaker at the table, and nowhere else. I always used to think that salt was the strangest, most unusual thing in the world. Since working as a Chef, and experiencing first-hand the transformative power of salt, that's when I realised that it is an essential ingredient whilst working in the kitchen. Like I tell my colleagues, "No salt, no cooking".
What's the most important part of your job?
There are many "important" parts of my job, especially as a Chef! However, the most crucial elements of my work are timing and accuracy.
Written by Chloe. Produced by Jessica Kennedy.
The Wedding of S & S
At Boulevard we know that it has to be true love to move across the world for the one you love. This is how the love story of S & S began and nestled away in the hidden garden, was where they looked in to each others eyes and said, “I do”.
Greenery and Blush
The Love Story
It was a sunny Autumn day here at the Boulevard Gardens when S & S celebrated the beginning of their lives as a husband and wife. The love and happiness on their special night was captured by Justin Taylor from Chris Hall Photography. Here is a little sneak peek in to our lovely couple's Wedding day.
At Boulevard we know that it has to be true love to move across the world for the one you love. This is how the love story of S & S began and nestled away in the hidden, enchanted garden, was where they looked in to each others eyes and said, “I do”.
The Wedding
The Wedding of S & S was styled with the elegant combination of greenery and pink details. The stunning bride arrived in a convertible car wearing a gorgeous lace dress and beautiful pale pink heels. Different shades of pink on the bridal bouquet as well as on the grooms tie, pocket square and boutonnière tied the adorable details together.
The ceremony was held in our magical Wedding garden followed by an intimate reception for 30 guests. Our stunning couple chose a trendy long table for their little pop up wedding and it was styled with the same whimsical theme of blush and greenery. Lanterns, pink details and a lush garland across the table, is all you need for an elegant reception. The simple place cards and the little olive branches were a cute addition to the styling. Safe to say that we loved everything about this adorable and intimate Wedding.
Congratulations S & S on your special day. We wish you love, laughter, and happily ever after.
Written by Anna Vitikainen. Images by Justin Taylor, Chris Hall Photography.
5 Unexpected Origins of Modern Wedding Traditions
Love and lore go hand-in-hand, and weddings carry a rich history of traditions with incredible origin stories.
Join us as we explore the unexpected origins of 5 modern wedding traditions, and how they came to be.
Love and lore go hand-in-hand, and weddings carry a rich history of traditions, many with incredible origins.
Join us as we explore the unexpected origins of 5 modern wedding traditions, and how they came to be.
1. The Engagement Ring
Ever wondered how the engagement ring tradition began? In 1215, Pope Innocent III introduced a waiting period between betrothal and marriage, and engaged couples started displaying their commitment with a ring. Bling!
2. Wedding Bouquet
The tradition of carrying a bouquet of flowers on the wedding day stems from England. Hundreds of years ago, it was believed that a piece of the bride's dress would carry good luck. To stop women from ruining the dress, the bride would toss the bouquet and made a swift exit.
3. The Ring Finger
The reason we wear an engagement or wedding ring on the ring finger? Because the romantic Romans believed that the vein in the fourth finger on the left hand runs directly to the heart. The Romans call this vein the "vena amoris", or vein of love.
4. Wedding Standing Order
A common question that brides and grooms ask is “which side do we stand on?". Traditionally, the groom will stand to the left of the bride - but why? This stems from the old days of 'marriage by capture', where the groom will need to have his right hand (his sword arm) free to defend the bride rival suitors.
5. Tiered Wedding Cake
The wedding cake has a wealth of intriguing traditions and superstitions surrounding it. It was believed that in medieval England, the bridal couple would lead a prosperous life together if they successfully kissed over a multi-tiered cake. Cakes were stacked higher and higher, creating a light-hearted game that came to influence modern day wedding cakes.
Written by Rachel Westbury. Image by Chris Hall Photography.
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Welcome to the Boulevard Blog
Welcome to the Boulevard Gardens new digital platform, The Boulevard Blog.
The Boulevard Blog will feature the latest news, events, and expert advice from our team of professional wedding and events coordinators.
Whether you're planning a wedding, celebration, or something in between, you will find plenty of inspiration and guidance within our vibrant online blog.
Welcome to the Boulevard Gardens new digital platform, The Boulevard Blog.
The Boulevard Blog will feature the latest news, events, and expert advice from our team of professional wedding and events coordinators.
Whether you're planning a wedding, celebration, or something in between, you will find plenty of inspiration and guidance within our vibrant online blog.
Our team has years of experience in the wedding, events, and hospitality industry, and there is nothing that we love more than bringing your special event to life.
If you are excited about the launch of our new blog, please let us know by clicking the heart button below. Stay tuned in the coming weeks for more expert event planning advice.
Until next time...
Written by Rachel Westbury. Photography by Chris Hall Photography at the Boulevard Gardens.