This weekend we were sent back into The Golden Age. We had the pleasure of setting up in one of the most unique and beautiful dining rooms in the world, the aptly named Gallery of Honour. Typically home for 17th Century Masterpiece painters such as Rembrandt, Van Gogh, Steen and Vermeer, for one night only a very special event was held in one of the top ten Museums in the world, The Rijks Museum.
Together with Food Fantasies, hand-selected opera singers, contemporary dancers and a pianist, we carefully cascaded our floral centrepieces along a seemingly never-ending dining table that spanned from The Night Watch to The Milkmaid, with space for 87 special guests in between.
The Rijks Museum. Image: Lewis Marshall
Frans Banninc Cocq from the Night Watch looks on as we set up for the special occasion. Image: Melissa Whelan
The Night Watch. One of Rembrandt's most famous masterpieces, located in the Gallery of Honour.
Adding the final touches to the sounds of opera singers and pianist practising their songs for the evening. Image: Melissa Whelan
Magical rooftops lit from the candlelight below. Image: Melissa Whelan
An unforgettable menu for an unforgettable evening, with a special gift placed in the centre for guests to take home. Image: Melissa Whelan