Blue Ribbon Cooking & Culinary Center
Blue Ribbon Cooking hosts irresistible weddings, corporate events, and cooking classes in Seattle.
Blue Ribbon specializes in all-inclusive wedding packages as well as open-to-the-public cooking classes, corporate team building cooking classes, kids cook camp and private parties.
09/21/2026
As you stepped into this beautiful Copper Creek wedding, you were welcomed by an elegant table thoughtfully set beneath the towering pines. SurrMarionberryush greenery and the quiet beauty of the forest, every detail felt perfectly at home in the natural setting.
From the carefully arranged place settings to the soft details woven throughout the tablescape, the space created a warm and inviting atmosphere for guests to gather, celebrate, and enjoy an unforgettable evening beneath the trees. We wish these two all the best as they begin their next chapter together!
✨Buffet Style Dinner✨
Washington Harvest Salad with Local Apples, Maple
Roasted Squash, Pickled Red Onion & Spiced Pepitas with Feta Cheese Crumbles on the Side
(GF/DF/Vegan)
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Boneless Braised Beef Short Rib with Umami Redux & Pickled Vegetable Slaw (GF)
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Cider Glazed Chicken (Boneless Thighs) with Flambeed Apples & Onions
~ Lemon & Pea Risotto with Shaved Parmesan (GF/Veg)
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Savory Polenta Cakes with Fontina Cheese & Fresh Corn (GF/Veg)
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Pike Place Market Roasted Vegetables with Fleur de Sel (Vegan/GF)
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Artisan Breads with Herb Infused Olive Oil & Balsamic Vinegar (Veg)
✨Wedding Pies ✨
Marionberry pie, Apple pie, and Lemon meringue pie
Venue: Copper Creek
Catering: Blue Ribbon Cooking
Floral: Blue Ribbon Cooking
We had the honor of hosting the Japanese Wagyu Showcase at last night! This stunning event brought together talented chefs and incredible culinary delights.
TRAY-PASSED APPETIZERS
✨ Classic Steakhouse Tartare ✨
Preserved egg
Chive snips
Buttery crostini
✨ Petite Beef Wellington Canapés ✨
Buttery phyllo
Wild mushroom duxelle
Gorgonzola essence
✨ Wagyu Nigiri ✨
Seasoned sushi rice
Flaky sea salt
Wasabi element
✨ Wagyu Beef Lettuce Wraps ✨
Lightly marinated in housemade bulgogi
House-pickled vegetables
Gochujang aioli
It was such a joy to host this beautiful evening of exceptional food and community. Thank you for taking the time this week to share your skills and knowledge with our team!
✨ Behind the scenes as we prepare for tomorrow’s Japanese Wagyu Showcase at Emerald City Trapeze Arts.
We’re honored to welcome the visiting chefs and specialty butcher traveling in from Japan for this unique culinary experience, and we’re excited to host such a special event with their team. We feel lucky to be learning more about the art of working with Wagyu and learning from their talented chefs!
Thank you to their whole team for sharing your knowledge and skills with us. We look forward to hosting the event with you tomorrow! Stay tuned for more photos and the full menu!
We feel so honored to have been part of this beautiful wedding at Sanders Estate! Surrounded by their closest friends and family, these two sweet souls said “I do” during a romantic ceremony, followed by a beautiful reception filled with celebration, laughter, and unforgettable moments. ✨ Cheers to the happy couple!
Catering, Florals, Cake // Blue Ribbon Cooking
Day of Coordinator // Lilly with Blue Ribbon Cooking
Photographer // Seattle Wedding Photographer | Carley Azorit
Rentals // CORT
✨ Tray Passed Appetizers ✨
Buttermilk Fried Chicken & Waffles with Triple Crème Brie & Maple Glaze
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Bulgogi Beef Lettuce Cups with Pickled Vegetables & Gochujang Aioli
✨ Buffet Dinner ✨
Blackberry & Champagne Vinaigrette with Delicate Greens, Feta, & Vanilla-Chipotle Spiced Pecans
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Boneless Braised Beef Short Rib with Umami Reduction & Pickled Vegetable Slaw (GF/DF)
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Peruvian Grilled Chicken Thighs with Aji Verde Sauce (GF)
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Roasted Garlic Buttery Mashed Potatoes
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Penne Pasta with Pesto Cream Sauce & Sundried Tomatoes (veg)
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Pike Place Market Roasted Vegetables with Fleur de Sel (Vegan/GF)
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Artisan Breads with Herb Infused Olive Oil & Balsamic Vinegar (Veg)
✨ Mini Dessert Buffet ✨
Cheesecake Garnished with Fresh Raspberry
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Strawberry Shortcake Trifles
A beautiful day of celebration! ✨ With a magical ceremony and reception held on a family property in Poulsbo, every detail created a warm and memorable setting for this special day. We feel so honored to have been a part of this beautiful day! Wishing these two all the best as they start their next chapter together!
✨Vendors✨
Catering & Floral: Blue Ribbon Cooking
Venue: Family Property
✨Tray Passed Appetizers✨
Grilled Bruschetta with Port Infused Goat Cheese, Fresh Figs and Ribbons of Basil (Veg)
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Smoked Salmon served on Cucumber Canapés with Mojito Mascarpone (GF)
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Bulgogi Beef Lettuce Wraps with pickled Vegetables & Gochujang Aioli (GF)
✨Plated Dinner✨
Blackberry and Champagne Salad
Rustic Greens, Local Chevre & Vanilla-Chipotle Spiced Pecans (Veg)
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Artesian Breads (Pre-Set)
with Herb Infused Olive Oil & Aged Balsamic Vinegar (Veg)
✨ Entree Course ✨
Slow-Roasted Cedar Plank Salmon Topped with Tri Citrus Beurre Blanc served with Cognac Flambeed Wild Mushroom Risotto with Fresh Thyme & Parmesan Curls (GF/Veg) and a Medley of Pike Place Market Style Vegetables with Fleur de Sel
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Grilled Flat Iron Steak with Argentinean Chimichurri Sauce (DF/GF) served with Lemon & Chive Orzo Salad with Goat Cheese & Arugula (Veg) and a Medley of Pike Place Market Style Vegetables with Fleur de Sel
✨Pavlova Dessert Buffet✨
An Enchanting Display of Hand-Crafted Pavlova Shells with Rich Vanilla Bean Whip Cream & Fresh Pacific Northwest Berries
✨Wedding Cake✨
Pink Champagne Cake with Vanilla buttercream Filling
09/04/2026
With stunning waterfront and city views, this beautiful day brought together friends and family to celebrate the happy couple! It was truly an honor to be a part of this special day!
The Admiral’s House offers an unforgettable setting for your next celebration. From elegant gatherings to milestone events, every occasion is elevated by the beauty of this one-of-a-kind Seattle venue.
A delicious lineup of globally inspired bites! From petite chicken potstickers and smoked salmon cucumber canapés to bulgogi beef lettuce wraps, every bite brings bold flavor and beautiful presentation.
A beautifully curated dinner menu featuring braised beef short rib, tamari-glazed salmon, lemon chive orzo, roasted potatoes, and seasonal Pike Place Market vegetables. View the full menu below!
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Catering & Floral:
Day of Coordinator:
Photographer -
Videographer -
Band - Oncore
Cake -
Late Night Burgers:
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Dinner Menu
✨Tray Passed Appetizers✨
Petite Chicken Potstickers served in a Chinese Soup Spoon with Chili-Lime (GF/DF)
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Smoked Salmon on Cucumber Canapes with Jalapeno MascarponGochujangkled Shallot (GF)
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Bulgogi Beef Lettuce Wraps with House Pickled Vegetables & Gochujang
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✨Plated Salad Service✨
Blueberries with Delicate Greens, Local Chevre Cheese, & Pepitas served with Champagne Vinaigrette
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Sourdough Breads with & Herb Infused Olive Oil and Vinegar (Veg)
✨Family Style Dinner✨
Boneless Braised Beef Short Rib with Umami Redux (GF/DF/Soy free)
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Tamari Glazed Salmon with Charred Lemon Fleur de Sel-the-Raw Crusting (no allium)
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Lemon Chive Orzo Salad with Goat Cheese and Arugula
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Lemon Roasted Potato (GF/No alliums/DF)
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Pike Place Market Roasted Vegetables with Fleur de Sel (Vegan/GF)
✨Late Night Snack✨
Dicks Burgers
This incredible Bar Mitzvah brought friends and family together to celebrate such an exciting milestone! From the moment guests stepped into Stoneway Auto, they were transported into a world of fun and unforgettable experiences.
A roaming cannoli station, an ice cream sundae bar, and a build-your-own lemonade station were just a few of the playful details that made this celebration so special!
🎥 Blue Ribbon Cooking
Venue: Stone Way Auto
Planner: Tamara Nicole
Catering: Blue Ribbon Cooking
Lighting: LightSmiths
Embellish Studios
✨Italian Tray Passed Appetizers✨
Port-Infused Goat Cheese and Fig Bruschetta with a Chiffonade of Fresh Basil (Veg)
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Smoked Salmon
Served on Honeydew Canapés with Mojito Mascarpone
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Italian Stationary Appetizers
Classic Cheese Pizza Flatbread
Topped with Fresh Ribbons of Basil (Veg)
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Modern Caprese Tarts
with Tomato Jam, Basil Marinated Fresh Mozzarella and Fried Prosciutto
✨Italian Buffet Dinner Service✨
Rustic Caesar Salad
opped with Homemade Croutons, Grilled Lemon Slices & Parmesan Curls (Veg)
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Linguini Pasta
with Traditional Bolognese Sauce and Parmesan Curls
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Traditional Chicken Piccata with Lemon Caper Sauce
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Super Creamy Macaroni & Cheese
Topped with a Brown Butter Panko Crusting (Veg)
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Roasted Garlic & Mascarpone Mashed Potatoes (Veg)
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Pike Place Market Style Grilled Vegetable Platter
Topped with Fleur de Sel (Veg)
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Artisan Breads
with Herb Infused Olive Oil & Aged Balsamic Vinegar (Veg)
09/01/2026
Stepping into this beautiful wedding aboard On the Hiyu! This unforgettable evening brought together stunning waterfront views, meaningful moments with friends and family, and a beautiful celebration on the water.
✨Buffet Dinner✨
Blackberry and Champagne Salad with Delicate Greens, Crumbled Local Chevre (GF / Veg)
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Herb Crusted Chicken Breast with Roasted Red Grapes, Caramelized Shallots and Madeira Pan Sauce (GF)
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Cognac Flambeed Wild Mushroom Risotto with Fresh Thyme and Parmesan Curls (GF)
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Pike Place Market Style Grilled Vegetable Platter with Fleur de Sel (Vegan / DF / GF)
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Artisan Breads with Herb Infused Olive Oil & Aged Balsamic Vinegar
Venue // On the Hiyu
Florals //
DJ // Liam Allan
Photographer //
Catering // Blue Ribbon Cooking & Culinary Center
This beautiful wedding at Sanders Estate welcomed more than 400 guests to celebrate two incredible people! ✨
The reception was hosted beneath the tent, with lovely views of the fountain and surrounding gardens creating the perfect backdrop for the evening. It was truly a joy to host such a beautiful celebration!
Venue: Sanders Estate
Catering: Blue Ribbon Cooking
Menu
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Blackberry & Champagne Vinaigrette with Delicate Greens, Local Chevre Cheese, & Vanilla-Chipotle Spiced Pecans
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Slow Roasted Salmon with Cherry Chutney and Smoked Almond Dust *sauce on the side*
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Brandied Fig Flat Iron Steak
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Herb Crusted Chicken Breast with Maderia Pan Sauce, Roasted Mushroom Caps, and shallots
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Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
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Lemon and Chive Orzo Salad
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Pike Place Market Roasted Vegetables with Fleur de Sel (Vegan/GF)
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Artisan Breads with Herb Infused Olive Oil & Balsamic Vinegar (Veg)
08/26/2026
As you step into the beautiful Sanders Estate, flowers in full bloom set the scene for a day filled with romance, meaningful moments, and the beginning of a new chapter together!
Guests were welcomed with a delicious spread featuring Thai Grilled Chicken Skewers with Honey-Peanut Coconut Glaze, Buttermilk Fried Chicken n’ Waffles with Maple Glaze, Roasted Beet Hummus with Chickpea & Tahini Hummus, Marinated Eggplant Baba Ghanoush, and Traditional Greek-Style Pita Bread.
For dinner, guests enjoyed a seasonal menu featuring Washington Harvest Salad with local apples, maple-roasted squash, pickled red onion, and spiced pepitas; Mojo Pork Shoulder; Boneless Braised Beef Short Rib with Umami Redux and Cabbage Slaw; Vegan Thai Curry with fried tofu and Asian vegetables; Creamy Polenta with Sicilian Eggplant Caponata, preserved lemon, and toasted pine nuts; Lemongrass-Coconut Rice Pilaf; Pike Place Market Roasted Vegetables with Fleur de Sel; and Artisan Breads served with herb-infused olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
We feel honored to have been a part of this wonderful celebration!
Interested in learning more about Sanders Estate or our catering services? Connect with us!
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Venue: Sanders Estate
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Catering: Blue Ribbon Cooking
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