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Ami Voeltz and & Andy Schakel
August 27, 2005
Minneapolis
110 Guests
Honeymoon: Mitchell Lake, Minnesota
Wedding Day Highlights: Not only was Ami and Andy’s wedding vegan, it was also a nearly zero-waste event—a “green” wedding p lanned with the environment in mind. They used 100 percent post-consumer recycled paper for the invitations, offered drinks in biodegradable cups and encouraged guests to walk to the ceremony site—an open space in a state park along the bluffs of the St. Croix River. The flowers, ivy and other décor were native plants from a local farmer which were later dried and put on the thank-you cards. They wore clothing that they would wear again, and in lieu of a standard wedding party, their immediate family walked down the aisle with them. Instead of traditional gifts, Ami and Andy asked guests to donate to an animal shelter or towards a handmade canoe they wanted. The organic, local, vegan food at the reception was enjoyed by all. As one friend commented, “I never thought a vegan dinner could be this amazing! Thank you for the experience.”
Their Story: Ami and Andy met through mutual friends at an ‘80s-style dance party. Ever since their first kiss in the dorm courtyard with friends cheering them on from a second floor dorm window, they have taught each other new ways of living and have grown into a conscious, healthy, active vegan couple who believe strongly in living out their values. Through their work they try to promote these beliefs in hope that others will understand the importance of living consciously.
Menu
Hors d'oeuvres
Vegetarian Nori Rolls
Savory Mushroom Pâté with Pistachio Canapés
Sweet Pepper Pomegranate Dip on Pita Chips
Dinner
Organic Mixed-Greens Salad in a Balsamic Vinaigrette
Freshly Baked Breads and Olive Oil
Rice, Almond and Vegetable Croquette Topped with Cranberry Fruit Chutney
Tomato-Basil Salad
Marinated Corn Salad
New Potato Salad in a Fresh Herb Dressing
Steamed Green Beans
Wedding Cakes
Double Chocolate Raspberry-filled Cake with Cocoa Frosting
Vanilla Blackberry-filled Cake with French Vanilla Frosting
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