The Ice Forest Winter Costume Gala

It may look cold, but we think ice is hot and we are here to spice up your winter spirit with the Gala of the season! What better Valentines date experience could you ask for? This event takes you to a winter wonderland of fantasy. It is a fairy tale forest of mystical creatures and people of another world full of frosted trees and ice. A portion of event proceeds benefits Prevent Child Abuse America. Together we can help. To donate directly click: https://salsa4.salsalabs.com/o/51519/p/salsa/donation/common/public/?donate_page_KEY=10526 Costumes are required. Masks are also allowed and encouraged if you wish. Exquisite and detailed costumes and dress are a must. We are always dressed to impress here. The opening toast is at 8pm sharp The banquet shall begin at 8:10pm. Entertainment while dining begins at 8:20pm. Dancing commences at 9:30pm. 21 and up only (no exceptions). More details below: Tickets are now available here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-ice-forest-winter-costume-gala-tickets-19631201452?ref=estw Note: All Sales are final and no refunds are given. -Music will be a mix of theme inspired music designed to encourage a wide variety of dancing and to keep the energy high and keep us all moving all night. Always classy of course. -Live Voice Performance during dinnner by the fabulous musical artist, Melissa Granato. http://melissagranato.com -Live Painting to be done by the talented Veronica Lynn Harper. www.facebook.com/veronicalynnharper -$250 Cash prize for best costume to be voted upon by our attendees. -Dance Music by DJ SikLok. https://soundcloud.com/siklokofficial -VIP Tickets include the live entertainment, multi course catered meal, and champange toast. (cash bar available for additional drinks) -Dance only tickets allow access to the later dance portion of the Gala. -Dress Code is exquisite costumes to fit the theme or black tie and masks as a minimum. (No exceptions even with tickets) FOOD MENU: First Course - Passed appetizers Hand-crafted Pastry Carmelized Onion Tartlets These delectable tartlets are filled with carmelized onions and dusted with an exotic blend of spices and a tuft of imported white cheese. Honey-glaze and Peppered Chicken Cutlets A contrasting blend of spice and sweet glazed chicken cutlets that only leave you wanting more. Vegan Roasted Garlic Hummus-topped Pitas with a balsalmice glaze drizzle Freshly baked pita bites gracefully topped with roasted garlic hummus with vine-ripened cherry tomatoes and basil leaves finished with an imported organic balsalmic glaze. Second Course – Salad Zesty Mediterranean Salad (vegan variation available) An organic medley of crisp cucumbers, Kalamata olives, roma tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, and sweet red onions, topped with a feta crumble and spritzed with a light and zesty raspberry vinaigrette dressing. Third Course – Main Course - Options: Herb Roasted Prime Rib This tender meat comes from free range grass fed beef, smothered in a blend of spices and topped with a delicious herb-infused cream sauce. Served with a side of Siberian pelmeni with a balsalmic drizzle and shallots. Marinated Siberian Herbed Chicken with Roasted Garlic We begin with free range cage free chicken, marinate it in a stunningly balanced marinade of Siberian influenced herbs, and is sautéed and topped with fresh roasted garlic and a side of zesty cucumber sauce. Served with a side of Siberian pelmeni with a balsalmic drizzle and shallots. Vegan Stuffed Orange Peppers These amazing peppers are stuffed with a blend of herbs along with a roasted pine nut couscous and garlic. Served with a side of Siberian pelmeni with a balsalmic drizzle and shallots. Palette Cleanse – served Final Course – Dessert Salted Caramel Cheesecake A buttery brown sugar and graham crust sits beneath a smooth and creamy cheesecake that's topped with a sour cream layer, toffee bits and handcrafted salted caramel sauce. Vegan Cheesecake A smooth and delicate vegan cheesecake drizzled with a fruit puree.