Erie

The best culinary experiences, such as Earth to Table Dinners, Weddings, Private and Corporate Functions, Culinary Classes, and Team Building Retreats, can be found at our premium venue. The CVI is an unrivaled facility because of our dedication to sustainable agriculture and our efforts to forge close bonds between farmer and chef. Let us host your special day. Get married outside in the charming gazebo or in front of the fireplace for a small, private ceremony. The Culinary Vegetable Institute may provide a horse and carriage for the newlyweds to leave in or Farmer Lee Jones to officiate your ceremony. Additionally, we can assist you in locating the ideal musician for the situation. Make the interval between your ceremony and reception enjoyable.

Invite your friends to the grounds or indoors around cocktail tables for passed canapés or individualized drinks. Our chefs and event coordinators are ready to collaborate with you to design the perfect experience. A wedding reception would be ideal at our lodge! We have space for 100 guests in our dining room or 300 guests outside under a tent, depending on the size of the event. You can trust our chefs to wow your guests with a healthy meal made with The Chef's Garden veggies and the best proteins. Spend your wedding day morning getting ready in our roomy luxury suite. As you get ready for your wedding and reception, our in-house chefs will serve your bridal party crudités and drinks. 

You are welcome to bring a personal beautician with you. Enjoy the whirlpool jacuzzi, full kitchen, king-sized bed, and balconies with river views, which are perfect for taking beautiful photos. On the night of your wedding, retire to our luxurious private suite. A bottle of champagne and a special gift from our chefs will be waiting for you when you get to your room. The newlyweds will have use of a Whirlpool Jacuzzi, a full kitchen, a bathroom, a king-size bed, a couch, a flat-screen television over the fireplace, and balconies with views of the river. Our chefs will send a magnificent breakfast to your accommodation the following morning.   

Once you find your wedding venue, it is easier to imagine your dream wedding dress. Imagine entering the venue arm-in-arm with all your guests’ eyes upon you. Your first dance awaits you. What is your wedding gown style, A-line, boho, ballgown, mermaid, or other silhouettes?

With your venue date set, a few quick yet fun decisions are needed to coordinate the wedding date. Be sure to schedule your ceremony location soon, too. Looking for alternative wedding ceremony locations? Perhaps, a local park or beach is the spot to exchange your vows and capture memories. The journey ahead is bound to fill with excitement and joy. Wedding photographers can book a year in advance of your wedding date, so be sure to hire a wedding photographer in short order that meets your vision and personality. And, of course, let’s remember your out-of-town wedding guests. Let them know that you researched their accommodation options, whether a hotel or a private rental house, as the guests, will appreciate this.

Finally, an easy and momentous step of your wedding planning – get your official wedding license.