Vendor Spotlight: Carol Riley and Lillie's

Rucker Place has the distinct privilege to work with some of Birmingham’s best wedding vendors and venues.  We would like to take this opportunity to spotlight Carol B Harris and Lillie's Flowers.

Carol B. Harris has always loved flowers and the outdoors.  She did her first wedding 12 years ago and never looked back.  In 2005, she went full time with a focus on weddings.  Carol gets to combine her love for flowers and people by making each of her bride's unique dreams come true.  She truly values her relationship with each bride and the connection they share.  That's why when you call Lillie's, Carol answers.

What makes you different?

Lillie's is different because they use the natural Alabama landscape.  Normally, 30% of what they use in any given wedding is grown in Alabama instead of being ordered and shipped from out of state.  That's why their  bouquets look so natural.

How should a bride select a florist?

A florist is personal.  Most florists in Birmingham are good business people and gifted artists.  But the bride needs to find someone who she can connect with.  Her reaction should be, "This florist gets me" instead of just filling out a form. The bride should definitely meet with several florists and go with one who best understands what she's wanting and gets the concept.

When meeting with the florist, the more photos the better.  This will help your florist understand the feel of your wedding.  Most brides are tempted to start with her colors but what your florist needs is the tone and concept the bride is going for. 

What are the most common mistakes?
The greatest temptation for brides is to get several estimates and go with the lowest bid.  It is difficult to look at quotes and truly compare services.  The amount of flowers will vary from florist to florist.  What is a small nosegay?  One florist's small might be another florist's large.  This is why it is so important to look at photos and not just numbers.

And brides please remember, your wedding should be fun and relaxing for you, your friends and family.  Do-it-yourself can be great and cost effective but not in the last 48 hours before the wedding.  You don't want your maid of honor or future mother-in-law up a ladder hanging flowers when guests arrive.  To avoid putting everyone under pressure, please hire a professional.

Awards/Honors

Lillie's Flowers has been featured in:

Victoria Magazine

Celebrate

Southern Lady Magazine

Southern Living Magazine

Bride's

Alabama Weddings

Southern Bride

Southern Weddings

Birmingham Magazine

Birmingham Home and Garden

BMetro Magazine

 

Carol Riley assisted the White House florist at a national seminar in Fall of 2011.  She is master gardener and trained in landscape design.  She supports the Perenity Flower Ministry in their service of individuals in Hospice Care.

 

Rucker Place is honored to work with amazing professional wedding vendors.  Please contact us (205) 558-2485 if you need assistance with your wedding. 

Jazz On The Porch at Rucker Place

Jazz On The Porch is back at The Historic Rucker Place starting May 2, 2013.  Bring your friends and family and join us for the 2013 season the first Thursday of each month.

 

What:  Jazz On The Porch

Where:  Historic Rucker Place

When:  5:30-8:30p.m. 

Cost:  Still only $5.00    

 We are SO excited to have Goodfellas playing this month!   

• Enjoy the Birmingham skyline and sunset with a cool drink from our cash bar located on the main level.
• Seating is located in the garden, porches and both levels of the house.
• Wine tasting $5.00* 
• Order a GREAT Burger  

NO RESERVATIONS ~ Cash only ~ Must be 18years old to attend

Text-a-Burger Menu Rucker Burger with Wickles, Ketchup & Mustard- $8 Greek Burger with Spinach & Feta Spread - $9 Cheeseburger - $8 Bacon Cheeseburger - $9 Heirloom Tomato Burger - $10 Char-Grilled Chicken with White BBQ Sauce - $8 All selections come with Roasted Potatoes

Welcome To Historic Rucker Place

The Historic Rucker Place of Birmingham, Alabama is a truly special spot to celebrate life's special milestones. This blog will showcase the events held here highlighting the southern charm of this venue which reflects a legacy of style and taste more than a century in the making.

The indoor spaces can accommodate seated dinners or lavish buffets for groups of just about any size. Historic Rucker Place’s own Savoie Catering delights in providing an “Always Delicious” experience by incorporating fresh seasonal ingredients from local markets to accommodating custom menu requests.

The Historic Rucker Place often hosts wedding ceremonies and receptions and many other types of special events as well.  We are also happy to entertain rehearsal dinners, corporate meetings, exhibitions, seminars, christmas parties, holiday events, bridal teas & showers, baby showers, sorority and fraternity formals, reunions, and bar mitzvah / bat mitzvah celebrations just to name a few.

Our blog will highlight actual events, celebrate our vendor friends, and share entertaining advice for those planning with us at the Historic Rucker Place.  Enjoy and Welcome!

Rucker Place turns 10 years old this year!

CELEBRATE!!!!!  CELEBRATE!!!!

PLEASE HELP US SPREAD THE NEWS:

We would like to share this milestone with all the couples who began their lives together at Rucker Place, along with our most sincere gratitude for giving us the opportunity to share in your special day!  If you are one of those couples, please post a picture on Facebook of you on your wedding day with the date, a picture of your family now and a couple of lines about what you have been up to and tag Historic Rucker Place.    

Jazz on the Porch

Jazz is THIS Thursday!!

Our 1st Jazz of the 2013 season is

Thursday, May 2 

Time 5:30-8:30p.m.  ~ Still only $5.00    

We are SO excited to have    

Goodfellas playing this month!   

• Enjoy the Birmingham skyline and sunset with a cool drink from our cash bar located on the main level.
• Seating is located in the garden, porches and both levels of the house.
• Wine tasting $5.00* 
• Order a GREAT Burger  

NO RESERVATIONS ~ Cash only ~ Must be 18years old to attend

Text-a-Burger Menu

Rucker Burger with Wickles, Ketchup & Mustard- $8

Greek Burger with Spinach & Feta Spread - $9

Cheeseburger - $8

Bacon Cheeseburger - $9

Heirloom Tomato Burger - $10

Char-Grilled Chicken with White BBQ Sauce - $8

All selections come with Roasted Potatoes

Wine Tasting Wines 

Zolo Torrontes 2011

ARGENTINA
Medium straw-colored with a fragrant perfume of honey, spring flowers, and tropical fruits. Ripe, flavorful, dry, and restrained, this is Torrontes at its best.

  Zolo Chardonnay 2011

ARGENTINA

         This is a fruit-focused Chardonnay with great tropical fruit and pear aromas with a clean, crisp balance.  Very refreshing!   

Zolo Malbec 2011

ARGENTINA
Lovely floral bouquet with mulberry, fresh fig and rose petals that is lifted and generous.  The palate is medium-bodied with slightly chewy tannins, but the fruit is clean and fresh with zesty black currant pastille and strawberry notes towards the vibrant, elegant finish.

Zolo Red 2012

ARGENTINA
This blend of Mendoza's signature red grapes features intense and fresh red fruit aromas and a lush, long mouthfeel.

         Zolo Cabernet Sauvignon 2011

 ARGENTINA 

Gets started with good berry aromas, a pinch of herbs, leather and smoke. Shows proper structure, bold tannins and generous flavors of basic cassis and blackberry. Ripe, tannic and dark overall, with spice and bitter chocolate on the finish.