For our "Perfect Pair" themed couples shower we served heavy appetizers that were split into 4 stations.  Each station was paired with a different wine and beer.  We used chalkboards to label the foods and describe each pairing.  The stations were in different areas on the first floor of the house to encourage movement and mingling among the guests.  Click on the links here to view other details on the shower and games.

Station #1:


This station was set up in the family room.  It included 3 appetizer platters and a pairing of white wine.  The chalkboard stated:


"Lauren and Matt are a Perfect Pair

These appetizers:
- Charcuterie and Cheeses
- Crab and Avocado Toasts
- Potato and Leek Focaccia 

Perfectly Pair With:
Fruilano
(A medium bodied, zesty and minerally white wine)"


Station #2:


This station was set up in the kitchen and included two appetizer platters and a red wine.  This chalkboard stated:

"Lauren and Matt are a Perfect Pair

These appetizers:
- Mini Ham and Cheese Sandwiches
- Mini Mushroom Tartlets

Perfectly Pair With:
Rioja
(a light to medium bodied earthy wine)"

Station #3:


This station was paired with both a wine and a beer and included three appetizer platters.  It was set up on the dining room table.  The chalkboard stated:

"Lauren and Matt are a Perfect Pair

These appetizers pair perfectly with:
A Sparkling Rose
- OR -
Coors Light (the groom's favorite beer)"


The appetizers at station #3 included a veggie cream cheese pizza, fig and fontina grilled cheese sandwiches and shrimp and grit squares.

Station #4:



This station was set up on the wet bar and included 3 appetizer platters and two pairings (a wine and a beer).  The appetizers (from above left to right) were a quinoa salad, blue cheese bacon dip and roast beef crostini's.  The chalkboard stated:

"These appetizers pair perfectly with:
Pale Ale
- OR -
Beaujolais "

Dessert Station:



The dessert station shared the dining room table with station #3.  One end had the desserts and the other end had station #3's appetizers and beer/wine pairings.  This end of the table had a chalkboard that stated:

"His and Hers
Lemon Squares and Sea Salt Chocolate Tart