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10 HISTORIC WEDDING VENUES WE LOVE - from THE KNOT

For a wedding that feels like a fairy tale, consider the Germania Place, where a formal doorman in a top hat and tails greets all the guests atthe entrance. The Grand ballroom, with its high ceilings, balcony and chandeliers, can seat up to 400 people when using the balcony. Work with the Kenmare catering and events to put together your menu exceptionscan be made for Kosher requirements).

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GERMANIA CLUB DESIGNATED AS HISTORIC LANDMARK

The Chicago City Council voted this month to award The Germania Club historic landmark status. Located at the corner of Clark Street and Germania Place (just south of North Avenue) in Chicago’s Gold Coast neighborhood, the building is home to the Germania Place ballrooms and Kenmare Catering.

Designed in 1889 by W. August Fiedler and built by prominent members of Chicago’s German-American community, the Germania Club is a structure know today for its distinctive Victorian-era architecture and abundance of ornamental detail.

CHICAGO STYLE WEDDING

Real Chicago Style Wedding - as seen in Chicago Style Weddings

Robyn Gough & Jason Stellmach
Germania Place in Chicago, IL

From a surprise proposal using Robyn’s grandmother’s wedding ring, to a piece of her mother’s wedding veil tucked into her bouquet before Robyn walked down the aisle, Jason and Robyn’s wedding was all about family, friends and well planned surprises.

KENMARE CATERING NAMED EXCLUSIVE CATERER FOR THE SCHOOL OF THE ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO

The School of the Art Institute of Chicago has named Kenmare Catering and Events as exclusive caterer for all events held at its 1920s era Grand Ballroom located at 112 S. Michigan, across from the Art Institute. Kenmare Catering provides exceptional cuisine and outstanding service for all types of events from elaborate weddings and social galas to corporate events and school functions.

KENMARE CATERING HOSTS RECEPTION AND DINNER FOR SAINT INGATIUS

A special Farewell reception and dinner was held Sunday, June 6, 2010, in honor of Father Brian Paulson who served eleven years as President of Saint Ignatius College Prep. “Kenmare has catered several events for Saint Ignatius College Prep, including receptions for the school’s president. Each party has been a huge success.

BRIDES CHICAGO MAGAZINE – FALL/WINTER 2010

An interview with Reid Tillinghast, President, Kenmare Catering and Events appeared in the Fall/Winter issue of Brides Chicago Magazine. Reid offered his thoughts on the “Next Big Thing” in wedding reception menus.

GERMANIA CLUB BUILDIING

From its beginning Chicago has been a great melting pot of people and cultures from all over the world. At the turn of the 20th century the city’s largest population of immigrants hailed from Germany. By 1900, native-born Germans and their descendents made up nearly a quarter of Chicago’s entire population.

THE MOST ELEGANT WEDDING THIS YEAR

When you think of a Sunday evening wedding for 20 people — including the bride and groom — you think of a couple doing something simple, off peak, small. Last weekend, Linbin and Xueping (pronounced “Shray-ping”) executed the most elegant ceremony I have done so far this year. (And that is saying something.) They had exclusive use of the lovely Cuneo Mansion & Gardens in Vernon Hills. That’s a good start.