June 11th, 2012
Eat, Drink, & Be Married, This Post Is All About the Food, Cockeysville, Maryland
I was not sure if to even write a post about it. An event too private. But, why not? It was beautiful!
When everyone was leaving the cities to come to the Delaware and Maryland beaches, we were going west, to Cockeysville, Maryland.
Cockeysville, Maryland is north of Baltimore. It was hot on Saturday. We were also attending a wedding. Out in the country and quite a change of scenery.
The location of the wedding was on Shawan Rd. Some of you might know the area. I was at an intersecton of Falls Rd. and Shawan Rd. when I saw the farmer’s market. Wondering if it was still the one I used to buy the best apple butter in Maryland. Don’t know.
It was early so my husband and I decided to stop at The Oregon Grille for something to tie us over until dinner. The Oregon Grille is located at 1201 Shawan Rd., Cockeysville, MD 21030. Tel. 410-771-0505. Website? http://www.theoregongrille.com. It is a 19th century stone farm house.
We sat outside and proceeded to order 2 appetizers.
The Lobster Cocktail with a mango mint and a sweet chili mayonnaise was awesome!! About a pound of lobster or even more. On a hot day, it was truly perfect.
My “Paella” Risotto Cakes with lobster-shrimp, saffron and a paprika aioli were so delicious I could have had more.
Both of these appetizers are on their dinner menu, as well. Thought I would mention this part of the trip in case you are in the vicinity.
This part of Maryland has expansive views and open lawns. Gorgeous rolling hills.
John and Laura were ready to be married. It was the groom’s paternal home. The lawns were beautifully cut, the entry was impressive, the tent was up and running with margaritas, sangria, wine and other spirits. And, the ceremony was about to begin.
It helps when the couple loves good food. They are foodies, that’s for sure. They made sure we all had plenty to eat. Appetizers were passed around; too busy talking to try any.
Then, when I saw the outdoor kitchen I decided to just take my camera to check out what was cooking. They were using both, charcoal and gas.
Basting the chicken; he told me the basting was his secret.
Our table was #1 so we thought we would be the first ones to get up. Oh no, we were towards the last. My brothers in law were not too happy. We had to cut in line; nobody seemed to mind.
Salads, barbecue chicken, beef, grilled shrimp, seared tuna, grilled veggies, asparagus, mac & cheese, mashed potatoes, collard greens. The sweet ending…the Cake!!
I was able to put a little bit of everything on my plate. Where did the collard greens go? I am not sure.
The cake was delicious…..the evening was setting…..
Congratulations, John & Laura!!
Tags: A Wedding in Cockeysville, Cockeysville, Event, John & Laura's Wedding, Maryland, Outdoor Wedding, Restaurant, review, The Oregon Grille, Wedding barbecuing
