When exceptional food meets an inspiring cause, magic happens. That’s exactly what unfolded at The Gaines House’s 16th Annual Sandra Wilson Cherry Awards Dinner, where Vibrant Occasions Catering had the honor of serving distinguished guests and community leaders at Little Rock’s Chenal Event Venue.
A Menu Worthy of Trailblazers
Our culinary team crafted a menu that matched the evening’s prestige, starting with our signature Caribbean Citrus Chicken. Each tender breast was perfectly complemented by a vibrant mango salsa that added both color and tropical flair to the plate. Alongside, guests enjoyed our Wild Rice Pilaf, thoughtfully prepared with sautéed mushrooms, celery, and fresh parsley.
For our plant-based guests, we created a show-stopping Stuffed Acorn Squash featuring P. Allen Smith’s Ralston Farms’ Harvest Blend Rice. This vegan masterpiece was adorned with chickpeas, spinach, peppers, corn, dried cranberries, and toasted walnuts, all crowned with our house-made vegan cucumber aioli.
Sweet Endings, Lasting Impressions
Dessert became a conversation starter as guests discovered their alternating treats: some savored our Westrock Coffee Mocha Crème Brûlée, while others delighted in Crystal Ridge Pecan Pie Moonshine Pineapple Shooters topped with toasted graham cracker crumbs.
More Than Just a Meal
While we take pride in our culinary creations, this evening was about something much bigger. The Gaines House has been transforming lives since 1967, helping homeless women with disabilities transition to independent living. The event honored two remarkable Arkansas judges: The Honorable Joyce Williams Warren and The Honorable Annabelle Davis Clinton Imber Tuck, whose achievements have paved the way for countless others.
The warmth in the room was palpable as guests shared stories, celebrated achievements, and supported this incredible organization that maintains a 90% success rate in helping women achieve independence.
Check out the full event video by Brian Weaver with Weaver Films!
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Event Partners:
- Venue: Chenal Event Venue
- Videography & Photography: Weaver Films
- PR: Meredith Corning PR
- Event Coordination: Meredith Events
- Media Coverage: Inviting Arkansas
- Catering: Vibrant Occasions Catering (that’s us!)
Looking to create your own memorable event in Central Arkansas? Contact Vibrant Occasions Catering to discuss how we can bring your vision to life with our custom menus and exceptional service.
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