Capital Solstice DC Event Recap
Hey Cuties,
Last Friday Babe and I set out on a working date to the Capital Solstice Black Tie Cocktail Dinner by TTC Private Chefs & Dinning Services. The event boast about a nine course meal and a magical experience. That did happen, but not like you’re thinking. Can you really sit down and eat a nine course meal? If you answered yes you are a totally fatty, and we should do lunch. *High Five* The meal was served in a traditional tapas style; small plates. This wasn’t a sit and eat time of affair. The goal is for you to eat and mix and mingle while enjoying the entertainment.
I received a free ticket to cover this event. These are clearly my own thoughts and feelings as we have an understanding about the truth here on mimicutelips.com.
VIDEO RECAP
They didn’t announce the venue until 48 hours prior to the event. *insert suspenseful music here* The event was held at Echostage. Echostage is DC’s largest concert/night life venue at 30,0000 plus square feet. Think wide open warehouse type of deal with a sound stage with two 60 foot bars on each side.
When I enter the venue, the first thing I see is this chocolate deliciousness below. I had no idea what it was but I immediately though cocktail.
I was right, BomBom is a premium Caribbean rum with cream and chocolate with a coconut and coffee flavor.
Thanks to Babe, this is what I really looked like to get this shot.
Car service Lyft was there with these really cute pink mustaches. I totally want one. They had a discount code that saved us $15 on our first two rides if we signed up.
They transformed this warehouse to this gorgeous late night hideout. Flower petals, candles REAL ACTUAL BURNING CANDLES. I loved the attention to detail. These days you see a lot of battery operated candles and they serve their purpose but real candles get the mood popping a bit differently. The music was playing and the energy was good.
Babe and I got all kinds of right and fancy. Photographer fail for not capturing my hot ass shoes. UGH!
Shirt: NY&CO $12 | Skirt: Choies $30 | Shoes: Vince Camuto $100+ | Necklace: H&M $15
The voice that most folks in the DMV know was our Emcee for the evening. None other than Guy Lambert of the WPGC 95.5 morning show with Joe Clair.
Baby I’m a star!
Do we have any Project Runway fans in the house? Do have any Project Runway Season 5 & All Stars fans? If so, then you already know this beauty. While she was on the carpet taking photos she looked over to me and validated my entire outfit. Head to toe yall a fashion designer told me my look was E-V-E-R-Y-T-H-I-N-G! I don’t know what tickles your fancy in life but this validation gave me my entire life and the future lives to come. HELL YEAH!
Chef Timothy Thompson and I chatted a bit Listen HERE 04:57 mark
L to R: Leonard DeShield Chief (PR & Brand) Project Runway Allstar at Korto Momolu Becky Lee (Green Dress) is the founder of Becky’s fund and some of the proceeds went to her non-profit. Korto Momolu (Black & White Top) is a fashion designer and put on a fashion show for us. Timothy Thompson (Black Suit) Head Chef of this event; he is the TT in the TTC Pop Up Events. Guy Lambert, Emcee for the night.
Guy and I took this picture after our interview. Listen HERE 02:55 mark
Korto and I took this picture after our interview. Listen HERE 00:00 mark
Course 1: Seafood Corn Chowder, Bay Scallops, Jumbo lump crab with Old Bay. This was my favorite.
Course 2: Roasted Root Vegetable Salad, Broiled cashew, smoked lardon, citrus-thyme vinaigrette with Parmesan croutons
Question: WTH is a lardon? Answer: is a small strip or cube of pork fat used in a wide variety of cuisines to flavor savory foods and salads
Course 3: Spring Salad, Spring mix, apple, pear and roasted muster vinaigrette with Parmesan croutons {Not pictured}
Course 4: Pan Roasted Salmon Fricassee, with lentils and brown butter
Course 5: Squash Risotto, Jerk shrimp, puff pastry, micro greens
Korto did a fashion show with all of these beautiful ladies. I would wear all of these looks. I felt like I needed to plan a vacation and place an order at the same damn time.
Course 6: Hour Short Rib Ragu, Roasted sweet potato, buttermilk biscuit, crispy onion
Course 7: Ratatouille Au Gratin, Parmesan crumb, thyme, rosemary {Not pictured}
Course 8: Nutella Mousse, Peanut butter, deconstructed brownie
Course 9: Banana Rum Cheesecake, Cinnamon graham cracker
Course 10: Poached Pear Creme Brulee, White wine, caramelized sugar
Becky’s Fund strives to address domestic violence in all sectors of our community, establish prevention-based educational programs to counter domestic violence, and collaborate with others in the community to find ways to change the behavior and thinking behind issues that cause and perpetuate domestic violence.
Babe wore dress shoes although he had on Nike’s in this picture. We had a really good time, we looked good, we were in the company of some great people. Some old friends and some new friends.
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Ok I’m slick jealous cause you get invited to everything.. Looks like so much fun.. Motivating me to get on PR email list
hahahha Thanks Tomiko. My dream is to be the go to person to cover and recap events. I’m working on this dream girl.
Yes, you totally should.
Y’all fancy! lol I’ve done a 7 course meal. When I tell you I was done for the night and part of the next morning. I was done!! But in a good way lol. Looks like a cool event. The designers’ top was all kinds of fabulous.
Right Kirstin, you’re like enough already I’m stuffed. I freaking love Korto, she is everything.
You and your guy make such a cute couple! This event looked real classy and a nice reason to get all spiffy.
Thanks Stacie, after 12 years I think I’ll keep him. It was really classy and I live for these type of events.
Girl, you guys looked too cute. I was shocked to hear you only had a 48hr window. That’s hawt! I love that. Great pictures of the food too.
Thanks Tanya, I love the suspense of the 48 hour wait to find out the location. It all adds to the experience.
You guys look amazing! The food looks amazing! The event looked like a really good time.
Thanks KenyaRae, I love a good fancy event.
You always cover the best events! I love that they didn’t announce the venue until 48 hours before the event. How exciting! I know what a lardon is . . . from binge-watching Chopped. I knew it would come in handy some day.
Thanks Alli, I swear I was cut out for this type of work. OMG Alli that is hilarious, I was like what is that. hahahaha
Next time bring me! This event looks so fun
I will see what I can do for you Essence. 😉
I love the outfits! What I wouldn’t give to go to an event like this, just for the excuse to get all dolled up :-). You look amazing, absolutely gorgeous!
Right Megan, it is always fun to get all dolled up. Thanks.
Everything was well organized. The food looked delicious. This was an awesome opportunity. Thank you for sharing your experience.
Francisca it was really well organized. It was an amazing opportunity.
This looks super fun! My type of event for sure!!! 9 course meal sign me up and I love the Lyft props Lyft is my fav!
Kiwi it was a lot of fun. I need more nine course meals in my life.
Oh wow! That was a beautiful event. You and hubby look cute and the food looked amazing!
Thanks Donna, we had such a great experience.
I totally love what you’re wearing! It is so pretty. Those drinks look out of this world I would love to know how to even make those.
Thanks Jeanette, they were fancy.
That looks like you had a great time! And your outfit is super cute!!
Thanks Kayvona, I love fashion. I love getting dressed to go some place.
This looks like a really great event. I love the pics of all the food and drinks. Great outfit too!
Thanks Lisa.
You’re always visiting the coolest events! It must be such a great experience meeting with & networking with so many different people. Love the 48 hour window!
Thanks Jenn. I love attending events, it is the perfect fit for me.
This sounded like the coolest event! What an awesome venue! I’m definitely liking the food and treats they had.
It was really cool, the venue was incredible.
Omg now this looks like one fabulous event!!!! Based on this post I’m assuming you had the best night ever!!!
Courtney, that pretty much sums it up.
Listen, I’m jealous you got to meet Korto!! I loved her! Next, you and your husband look FABULOUS! The food and drinks look wonderful, looks like you all had a great time. ( and your shoes were fabulous, shame on that photographer!)
Girl, I was trying to keep my ish together. She was so freaking cool. Thanks Hun.
I know right, you can’t cut out these shoes.
This event sounds so good! Something I would love… 60foot bar each side?! They are serious about thier alcohol haha I mean to be greated with them chocolatey delights you would know you are in for a good night
Right Anosa, they like to keep the party going. lol
What a fun event to attend! Those Lyft mustaches are really cute. I love their service! Safe rides!
Krystal I had to have one of those Lyft mustaches. lol
You always have so much fun and go awesome places. Looks like you had another awesome night.
I do Bonnie, I wouldn’t have it any other way.
This looks like it was such a fun event. Yummy food and drinks along with great people!
It was certainly all of those things Robin.
It looks like you had a blast and that it was a beautiful event! I’m liking the looks of that Bombom cocktail 😉
Thanks Dana, the key to a great event is an excellent cocktail.
What a fun event! You and your honey look fab!! Now let’s talk about that chocolate bar!!!
Thanks Nikka. Right, because chocolate makes everything better.
This event looked incredible, Mimi! You and your hubby look GREAT! I hear Guy Lambert on the radio, but never knew what he looked like lol.
Thanks Valerie, we like to clean up a bit. That is hilarious, now you get a face with the voice.
Oh, great recap! I wish I had been there too! Mostly for the BomBom chocolate cocktails and the short rib ragu yum!!!
Right Marielle because #FatSnacks and cocktails.
Oh wow! What a great event to be able to attend. You and your husband look great! Love your skirt.
Thanks, we had an amazing time. I love the concept.
You go to the coolest events. The food looked amazing and there was so much of it. I need to tag along with you on your next adventure.
Thanks Chrishelle, I love covering events. You should totally join me at one.
That BomBom Chocolate Cocktail looks so good. It looks like you had a great time.
Thanks Garf, it was a hit. I had a great time.
Omigosh all of it looks so good! If it tasted as good as it looked, it must have been phenomenal.
Right Eva, I love food with good presentation but it must taste just as good and it looks.
2 snaps for Korto! I love her haven’t seen or heard from her in forever so glad to see she’s still making gorgeous pieces, and yes your shoes were everything!
Yes Tata, she is still out there doing her thing. Thanks.
2 snaps for Korto! I love her haven’t seen or heard from her in forever so glad to see she’s still making gorgeous pieces, and yes your shoes were everything!
Yes Tata, she is still doing her thing. Thanks a bunch.