2020 started with catering and producing this spectacular private party at the Miami Beach home of one our favorite VIP clients. A grand entrance to the property featured a walkway covered with brightly colored lanterns and the entire evening was magical, but little did we know what the year had in store. 2020 was a year fraught with challenges for everyone around the world, and we definitely had our fair share of chaos as the events industry was deeply affected by the pandemic. Hard work, team work, reorganizing, reinventing and a dose of faith got us through one of the hardest years yet. Scroll down for a colorful recap of some of the good things that happened. There was some inspiration, hope and beauty despite it all.
The New World Symphony’s 32nd Anniversary Gala
February 2020: One of the most highly-anticipated events of the season, the New World Symphony’s 32nd Anniversary Gala, “A World of Difference,” celebrated the alumni and the institution’s unique role at the intersection of education, classical music, technology, architecture and inspiration. Every year, our team provides event production, catering and staffing.
SUPERBOWL LIV
February 2020: The NFLPA kicked off Super Bowl weekend with a VIP cocktail and dinner reception at the Ice Palace Studios. Team TICED catered for the 1,500 guests who included NFL players, licensees and partners, and the event was the most exclusive opportunity during Super Bowl for industry insiders to interact with some of the biggest names in football.
Big Game Bash: The Coca Cola Experience at the Wynwood Marketplace
February 2020: The Coca Cola Experience at the Wynwood Marketplace celebrated Super Bowl LIV in style with an eclectic lounge featuring pops of color. Guests enjoyed elevated tailgate bites such as Truffle French Fries, Gourmet Mac n Cheese Topped with Slow Roasted Short Ribs, and Mini Brats with Mustard and Sauerkraut.
The Chainsmokers at The Temple House
February 2020: Guests of VISA and Marriott Bonvoy, official hotel of the NFL, got to mingle with NFL stars and enjoy an intimate, live performance by Grammy nominated, EDM/pop duo, The Chainsmokers. Team TICED catered the whole event with passed hors d’oeuvres for VIP guests at cocktail hour followed by Poké Bowl, Paella and Pizza stations.
Twitch Rivals Streamer Bowl Tournament
February 2020: Service for gamers, press and crew at the Twitch Rivals Streamer Bowl Tournament with the NFLPA where some of us learned that Fortnite doesn’t only mean two weeks and gaming is actually a profession.
Alexander McQueen Presents The Bass Ball 2020 at The Bass
February 2020: 200 guests attended the annual fundraising gala for The Bass. This gala theme was 18th century romanticism presented by Alexander McQueen. As exclusive caterer to The Bass, the passed hors d’oeuvres and three course meal were catered by team TICED. See it on World Redeye.
Featured Weddings
Between January and March 2020 there were several spectacular weddings, many more than the three featured here, but we’re highlighting these three because they were featured on Martha Stewart Weddings and The Knot and it always feels good to see the whole team’s efforts rewarded and recognized. See all three here.
A backyard wedding at the groom’s family’s historic home in Delray Beach.
A colorful waterfront wedding at Vizcaya Museum and Gardens
A 12th century Spanish Monastery in North Miami was the backdrop for this regal multi-cultural wedding.
The 12th Annual Vizcaya Preservation Luncheon
Vizcaya Museum & Gardens was a bright palette of Spring colors for the iconic “hat luncheon” in March. Every year, some of Miami’s most stylish denizens gather for this highly anticipated, end-of-season event that raises funds for one of our most treasured National Historic Landmark sites. Team TICED produced and catered the event.
Aline Isambert and Thierry Isambert at Vizcaya
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Team Feed Miami: Local food prep and delivery during the lockdown.
When the pandemic hit South Florida, Max Isambert had an idea to bring a needed service to our community in this time of crisis: Team Feed Miami provided affordable meal prep and delivery for front-line workers, families, condos and nursing homes. The family-style meals were prepared in our commissary.
Max Isambert and chefs at the commissary
LE BOX: Culinary design in a box for all occasions
Social distancing was trending but gatherings were still tentatively happening with restrictions so we introduced LE BOX: You customize your gourmet experience, individually packaged per person, for social events, family gatherings, photo shoots, zoom meetings, office parties, lunch hour in the boardroom and more. Check it out here:
Reinventing Events
As the city started to open up it was clear that finding ways to connect with others safely and responsibly was a priority when planning events. With an accent on décor packages for intimate events, our goal is to make small events feel grand so our clients can stay safe AND celebrate in style! Beautifully designed SMALL gatherings was the ordre du jour for most celebrations between September and December 2020.
THANKSGIVING 2020
November is one of the BEST times of the year to be outside in South Florida. A picture is worth a thousand words; check it out!
ART OUTSIDE AT THE BASS x RUINART CHAMPAGNE GOURMET PICNIC FOR TWO
Art was outside for Miami Art Week 2020 and we made an event of it with gourmet picnic baskets featuring Ruinart Champagne. Through Ruinart’s partnership with The Bass, a portion of proceeds from each picnic offering sold supported the museum. With a longstanding dedication to the arts dating back to 1896, Ruinart was delighted to continue to support like-minded art institutions such as The Bass that highlight contemporary art in a natural setting.
INDULGE Magazine’s Artful Holidays Issue 2020
Alina Isambert shared pro tips for creative and unique holiday table décor with INDULGE’s readers.
Holiday Season 2020
Our team’s two new initiatives, LE BOX and creative décor/catering packages for intimate events, were holiday season. favorites!
Drive Up Holiday Cheer with Mastercard
We planned and produced a drive through holiday cheer event for Mastercard employees who all got a generous gift basket filled with goodies. Employees also all gave back by bringing gifts for children at the Nicklaus Children’s Hospital.
New Venue: Superblue Miami
Announced in 2020, Thierry Isambert Culinary and Event Design will be exclusive caterer at Superblue, Miami, an exciting new venue opening in the Spring of 2021. We’ll also be operating the museum’s outdoor café. See you there!
