Charlene's Kitchen
 
A crudité platter with a Beet Garlic Buttermilk Dip for a perfect mix of summertime colors. It went well with the mix of blues and whites from the Jones party this past Friday. Charlene has an array of interesting plates, textures, and colors located in her Vault. • • • #charleneskitchen #charlenesvault #oldtownalexandriava #alexandriava #catering #rental #design #colors #texture #summertime #plates #napkins #vintageglassware #dinner #bonappetit
Beautiful summertime floral arrangements Charlene made for Peters Holbrook’s 75th birthday celebration yesterday. • • • #Charleneskitchen #charlenesvault #alexandriava #oldtownalexandria #caterer #floral #floralarrangements #decor #summertime #dinner #birthday #celebration
The weather cleared up this past Saturday just in time to have a rooftop celebration for Peter Holbrook’s 75th birthday. The festivities took place on the rooftop of his apartment home in Washington, DC. Charlene catered both of his daughters weddings. For this event, Charlene did the Bar set up, brought two rugs, made two floral arrangements, and all platters were rented from Charlene’s Vault. The menu consisted of Mini Avocado Toasts, Smoked Salmon Lettuce Rolls, a Couscous Apricot Salad, a Citrus Salad, a Mustard Seed Dill Potato Salad, Bbq Pulled Chicken, Asian Pork Butt, Vegetarian Pasta Salad, and a large cheese platter. The little girl is Peter’s adorable little grand daughter Millie. Happy 75th birthday to you Peter. You look great! More pictures on Facebook. Calligraphy of bar signs by @queenstreetcalligraphy • • • #charleneskitchen #charlenesvault #oldtownalexandria #alexandriava #catering #rental #rooftop #party #dc #setup #goldenyears #birthday #dc
Next Event, off to Gibson Island! This Friday, Charlene got the opportunity to cater for long time clients Anne Beverly & Freeman Jones. This was a beautiful waterfront party with blue, white, and an unexpected purple theme. All floral arrangements done by local Gibson Island Florist. The menu contained Anne Beverly's favorites featuring the mini BLTs, crab cakes, beef tenderloin and the grilled spiced shrimp. All the linens, bar trays, vintage glasses, vintage plates, platters, napkins, table cloths, blue & white bar troughs bowls and the were all rented from Charlenes Vault. We love the custom shelled chandelier that hung beautifully over their dining room table. Everyone had a great time and enjoyed Charlenes food. Go to our Facebook for more pictures. • • • #charleneskitchen #charlenesvault #oldtownalexandria #alexandriava #caterer #catering #gibsonisland #july4th #party #summer #cocktail #shells #craftbeverage #bartender #bonappetit
Love this overhead shot of the Table at Holly’s Party. The mixture of textures, foods, and flowers make this a beautiful sight. • • • #charleneskitchen #charlenesvault #oldtownalexandria #alexandriava #caterer #catering #design #texture #floral #setup #buffet #bonappetit
Some great candids of the Sloan’s wonderful farewell party. Photography by @kiyahc • • • #charleneskitchen #charlenesvault #oldtownalexandria #alexandriava #catering #caterer #party #goingawayparty #candid #fun #cheers #drinks
A farewell party this past Thursday for Holly & Colby. It was the FULL Charlenes Experience for their lovely home in Alexandria. They are long time clients of Charlene and will be truly missed as they venture on to Colorado. Lauren Bishop was the realtor who sold this beautiful home on Fairfax Street. Look for more pictures on Facebook. The wonderful photography by @kiyahc • • • #charleneskitchen #charlenesvault #alexandriava #oldtownalexandria #caterer #rental #dinner #party #drinks #craftbartender #bonappetit
It’s time for Strawberry & Basil shrubs. Great for cocktails & mocktails. Pick some up for the 4th of July. Order by the bottle. • • • #charleneskitchen #oldtownalexandria #alexandriava #caterer #strawberries #basil #shrubsyrup #4thofjuly #picnic #drinks #refreshing #mixers #bartender #bars #craftbar
Another summer bar set up from a few years back. • • • #charleneskitchen #charlenesvault #oldtownalexandria #alexandriava #caterer #rental #glassware #linens #barsetup #vintage #dinner #party #summertime
The unveiling of Charlenes new couch. The before and after shots. This all white linen couch with hand-painted white washed legs can be used for weddings and other Experience parties. We can’t wait to use it on our next experience party. This couch and other furniture can be rented from Charlenes Vault. • • • #charleneskitchen #charlenesvault #oldtownalexandria #alexandriava #caterer #rentals #furniture #couch #texture #whitewashed #weddings #party
No set up is the same at Charlene’s Kitchen. Floral arrangements come in various shapes & sizes. Each set up has a different theme and color scheme with various textures and patterns to create and elegant feel. Add Charlenes design for a perfect bar set up. All pieces can be rented from Charlenes Vault. • • • #charleneskitchen #charlenesvault #alexandriava #oldtownalexandria #caterer #rental #floralarrangement #glassware #vintage #texture #setup #patterns #summer #party #events