Be Our Guest at Behind the Magic

Gala Tablescape & Culinary Arts Showcase

Whether you’re planning a gala event for 500 or a more intimate soiree, you’ll find inspiration at Behind the Magic’s Tablescape & Culinary Showcase. The event is attracting event planners, along with those who support and chair civic, charitable and cultural affairs, as well as corporate events, and is hosted by SocialMiami.com, in celebration of its 10th Annual Gala Guide, and Source Miami, Be Our Guest at Behind the Magic

your one-stop for event services – resourcing, planning, logistics, coordination, execution and project management – for corporate and social events and hospitality programs. The event offers free admission. Set for Friday, September 16, from 2 to 6 p.m., Behind the Magic is being held at Private Key, a new venue at 567 N.W. 27th Street in Wynwood Art District.

Among the caterers you will meet as they present their interpretations of gala cuisine will be CreativeEdgeParties, who, for the past 25 years, have dedicated themselves to culinary excellence, flawless event management and finding ever-inventive ways to present great food and create unforgettable events. From corporate events to unique galas, from casual cocktail parties to intimate gatherings, the staff at Creative Edge Parties works tirelessly to orchestrate your ideal event.

Also, meet the great people at Thierry Isambert Culinary & Event Design and discover the art of dining with Thierry Isambert. Their cuisine has been described as “stylish,” “gourmet,” “sensual,” “quality-driven,” and “tastefully presented.” Be Our Guest at Behind the Magic They promise care and detailed attention to their cuisine and presentation for every single client’s event. Thierry Isambert will design a menu suited to your style and palate and execute a memorable event.

Additional caterers at Behind the Magic include Bill Hansen Catering, Chef David Schwadron Cuisine & Event, A Joy Wallace Catering, Design & Special Events and Aaron’s Catering.

Handling the bar service and seeing to your every need will be the expert staff from ArtFood Staffing Agency, known for hiring the most experienced culinary personnel in the hospitality industry. ArtFood Staffing’s services range from high-end special events, day-to-day corporate functions to private dinner parties in the comfort of your own home. The ArtFood culinary team will successfully fulfill the requirements of any type of event and strive to make your event a success. Artfood offers personnel to handle an array of staffing needs, including chefs, servers, bartenders, bussers, captains and event planners. They staff everything from private residences to major South Florida catering companies and luxury hotels.

Behind the Magic is not just about food, it is about fabulous design and creativity too! See the latest in tabletop design, centerpieces, lighting and seating plans presented by these fine event design companies: Just To Please You, Karla Conceptual Event Experiences, Bill Hansen Catering, Chef David Schwadron Cuisine & Event Design, Creative Edge Parties, Deco Productions, Grande Affaires, Jose Graterol Designs, Joy Wallace Catering, Design & Special Events, Panache Classic Event & Tent Rentals, So Cool Events and The Design Group of Miami.

Each designer will make a statement, and you can vote for the tables that you like best of all. One progressive designer, Jose Graterol Designs, will be vying for your vote. Jose Graterol was named “Floral Designer of the Year” and “Event Creative/Director of the Year this past March from Catersource/Event Solutions. Jose’s passion, perfection-in-execution and original, exciting event designs are the hallmarks of his business. Look for him and enjoy the work of all these design companies!

See you there! Please RSVP.