Choir Reflection & Renewal Dinner

Submitted By: Charles Luoma-Overstreet

After some research into multiple venues in the immediate geographical area that could accommodate our group, Josh found that Northside Social (Falls Church location) would be able to host the combined vocal and bell choir members in a private room upstairs called the “Wine Nook”. The room had two long tables on either side and was simply decorated, one could say in almost traditional Bavarian style, with a lot of natural wood with iron accents. The room came with two servers/bartenders that provided a perfect balance between making sure we had everything we needed while also providing us space/privacy for the event. The venue has a separate “event” menu that allows an organizer to pre-order (with the help of a manager) appetizers and entrees served family style. Utilizing this menu, as well as the wine and dessert/bakery menus, Josh was able to completely order, in advance, a deliciously tasty meal complete with red (Italian cabernet) and white (grüner veltliner) wine options to compliment the food. There was something on the menu for all palates and/or preferences. Some highlights include panko crusted chicken bites with smoked chipotle aioli, seasonal vegetable skewers with herb chimichurri, a “Vermont” style pizza that included white cheddar, thinly sliced green apples, smoked prosciutto, fresh sage, and carmelized onions, and freshly baked chocolate chip cookies. We spent nearly 2 hours enjoying the meal and the company, with many of us mingling by switching seats and/or standing in the common space between the two tables. I think at some point Josh had a plate on the end of both tables… Thank you for supporting our volunteer and staff musicians after a challenging year!