Absolut Rock Edition

The new Absolut Vodka skin will be revealed this Monday (Aug 10th).

Those on the Absolut Collector message boards believe it to be a collector's skin like masquerade and disco.

The rumor is that the unofficial launch is September and the official release will be in December.

Check out these leaked photos!

President Obama's Beer Summit

We've been saying this for years here...beer is a legitimate drink!
Too often beer is religated to a drink exclusivly thought of as a binge drinkers choice or something to just "throw down the hatch" regardless of flavor or pairing potential.

Craft beer, especially in the United States, has really done a great job elevating the whole beverage to compete with wine as a dinner pairing option as well as a drink to savor throughout the night.

The recent "beer summit" put on by President Obama is a great example of how much beer is part of our lives in the U.S. Granted, the choices of beer that those who took part in this talk were not any afficianato's choices! Still, the fact that beer was the chosen beverage...says a lot.

Local Beer expert and blogger, Douglas Derda, talks to KDKA about the "beer summit" -



Check out their blog Should I Drink That? and his BLOG.

If you want to learn more about craft beer and beer in general, check out the Craft Beer School starting September 15 at Theater Square Cabaret. Click HERE for more information and to buy a ticket. The first is hosted by Should I Drink That and the rest are taught by Tony “The Beerman” Knipling. I've worked with Tony on a number of events and I've never met someone more passionate about beer!

Thank You Cards Are The BEST!

The best type of mail that I get!

Today's Wedding

Today is EASILY the nicest day of the week!

To celebrate Natalie and Negley's wedding (and this sunny Pittsburgh day), we're making a Mango and Mixed Berry Mojito. It's going to be a great summer drink for everyone tonight.

Here's what they layout of the facility will look like today for the reception.

Guests arrive at 5:00pm for the ceremony (which is taking place here).
The ceremony will begin at 5:30pm followed immediately by the cocktail and hors d' oeuvre hour.

The dinner is a elegant four course sit-down dinner followed by a dessert buffet (including the traditional Pittsburgh Cookie display).

We're all looking forward to another great event at Bella Sera!

Photos from July 11th

Check out these amazing shots from photographer Terry Clark:

Check out more of Terry's photos of the wedding!

July 11th Wedding

Sasha & Giuseppe's Wedding on July 11th was really unique!

The evening started off with a signature introductory drink of a Bellini for all the guests.
There were multiple hors d' oeuvre stations with items like:
Jamaican Jerk Chicken with Plantain Chips
Shrimp Scampi
Breaded Calamari w/ a Spicy Orange Sauce
Mini Crab Cakes with Lemon Caper Remoulade

After the announcements, the four course meal started off with an insalata caprese salad.

One of the best features of the wedding was the wide variety of desserts!
Check out what we had:
Mini Cannoli Platter
Cheese Cakes w/ Bananas Foster and Cherries Jubilee
Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Mousse Desserts:
Strawberry Cheesecake, Mocha, and Peaches and Crème
Bite-Sized Dessert Platter:
Lemon Bars, Brownie Bites, and Strawberry Shortcake in Asian Spoons

The only way to complement such a spread was for them to add our Gourmet Cappuccino & Espresso Coffee Bar (with a GREAT assortment of cordials).

This wedding had EVERYTHING! Even a Disc Jockey who drove all the way from New York City who was singing in Italian throughout the event.

I'm going to post some amazing shots from the photographer, Terry Clark, tomorrow!
Stay tuned!

July 4th Wedding

We've been really busy at Bella Sera!
19 Weddings on premise since May and MANY more to go.

Here are some pictures from our July 4th wedding. All these shots were taken by Dan Speicher.

Everyone really enjoyed the Wildberry Mojito signature drink as well as the special Red, White, and Blue Cocktails.

I wish Teressa and Kyle the very best!