Melissa and William @ THe Henley Room

Toronto Wedding Case Study

At the heart of this unforgettable wedding was a truly iconic setting — the Henley Room at the Argonaut Rowing Club on Toronto’s western lakeshore. Against the backdrop of Lake Ontario’s golden‑hour glow, the couple chose a venue that is equally breathtaking and deeply personal. Partnering with Kiss the Cook Catering, the couple embraced a beautifully tailored culinary experience that honoured their Italian heritage and the groom’s family connection to award‑winning cheese makers.

From a gourmet cheese station featuring hand‑pulled mozzarella to a main course of chicken supreme and beef tenderloin with red‑wine demi‑glace, every detail was carefully designed to delight. With 220 guests enjoying a spacious dance floor, lakeside terrace and a bar boasting local craft beers, scotches and premium spirits, the event blended elegance, warmth and joy — reminding everyone why catering isn’t just about food, but creating memories that last a lifetime.

Rows of white chairs face a floral-decorated arch and microphone stand on a dock overlooking calm water, set up for an outdoor wedding ceremony on a sunny day.

The Menu

This lakeside wedding was a food lover’s dream, blending family traditions with fresh, chef-crafted fare. Guests enjoyed a vibrant cocktail hour, interactive food stations like hand-pulled mozzarella and grilled lamb, and a three-course plated dinner featuring butternut squash ravioli and a duo of filet and chicken. A poutine bar capped off the night — the perfect ending to an unforgettable culinary experience.

A person in a white shirt and black apron holds a rustic wooden board with seven beef sliders on buns, each with a skewer, garnished with greens and served with cheese slices and a dollop of sauce.

Passed Hors D’Oeuvres

Cocktail Reception

The evening began with a flavour-packed selection of bite-sized favourites designed to delight every palate. Guests enjoyed Mac N’ Cheese Bombs with smoked ketchup, Beef Sliders topped with smoked gouda and chipotle, and Grilled Vegetable Sliders with mozzarella and basil pesto. The spread continued with Crispy Coconut Shrimp Satay paired with pineapple chutney and classic Bruschetta Crostini—a perfect balance of comfort, freshness, and gourmet flair.
An elderly chef in a white uniform and tall chef’s hat smiles while stretching dough over a pot in a kitchen with blue walls and a decorative wooden plaque behind him.

Feature Food Stations

Guests were treated to a show-stopping culinary experience with two signature stations. The first — a Hand-Pulled Mozzarella Bar — paid homage to the groom’s family cheese business, offering fresh, artisan-quality cheese made right on site. Nearby, the Terrace Grill featured a chef-attended station serving sizzling Lamb Speducci, grilled to perfection and bursting with flavour. Together, these stations brought theatre, aroma, and authenticity to the celebration — transforming dinner into an unforgettable sensory experience.

Three servers in black attire hold white plates with gourmet meals, featuring grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, potatoes, and a portion of steak. The focus is on the food, with the servers mostly out of frame.

Dinner Reception

Guests enjoyed a beautifully curated seated dinner, beginning with artisanal bread baskets and butter at each table. The first course featured a classic Caprese Salad with heirloom tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella, arugula, and balsamic reduction. Next, a comforting butternut squash ravioli was served in a sage cream sauce, topped with parmesan and crispy fried sage. The main course offered a duo of grilled petit filet and herb-roasted chicken, paired with rosemary potatoes and grilled seasonal vegetables (with extra veggies for the bride!).
Rows of dessert plates with slices of cheesecake topped with caramel sauce are arranged on a wooden table. A person in the background is adding topping to the desserts.

Dessert

Dinner concluded on a sweet note with a decadent Granny Smith Apple Crumble Cheesecake, drizzled with salted caramel sauce. This comforting, elegant dessert struck the perfect balance of tart and sweet — a crowd favourite that ended the meal on a high note.
A white plate with potato wedges, shredded meat, cheese curds, and gravy in separate bowls, arranged on a wooden table.

Late Night Station

As the celebration carried into the night, guests refuelled at the Dream Poutine Bar — a Canadian classic elevated with gourmet toppings like Quebec cheese curds, pulled pork, caramelized onions, sautéed mushrooms, and rich poutine gravy. A fun, satisfying finale that kept the energy (and the dancing) going strong.

End the night on a delicious Note

Keep the celebration going with our indulgent late-night eats. Whether it’s a nostalgic comfort food moment or a final savoury bite before heading home, our Dream Poutine Bar brings the perfect finishing touch to an unforgettable evening.
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