Dinner Series | Summer Al Fresco Dining Experience at Haven on the Farm in Peoria, IL.

June 2023

Summer al fresco dining, but take it up a notch. When asked to design the tablescape for this rustic, farm-to-table dinner, I knew immediately I wanted to use containers, plants and flowers that had the feeling of being gathered around the farm.

Each farmhouse table was lined with different eye-catching creams and greens. A collection of crocks, vintage glass and antique silver held herbs, ferns and summer flower staples of cosmo, veronica, yarrow and queen anne’s lace. Assorted herbs of rosemary, thyme, and basil added a touch of that fresh made food scent to enhance the dining experience. Adding in an abundance of candlelight from oil lamps, taper candles in gold holders and a variety of votives created a magical place to dine with friends.

The tree shaded farm atmosphere, live music, twinkling lights, and fresh cooked meal at Haven on the Farm made for a simple, classic, but not at all boring, evening to remember!

Florals: J.Blu Design Wedding and Event Florist
Venue: Haven on the Farm
Photography: Schilling Photography
Place Setting, Glassware and Lighting: Create a Scene Events
Chef: Joshua Lanning

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