Blue Ribbon Cooking & Culinary Center

Blue Ribbon Cooking & Culinary Center Blue Ribbon Cooking hosts irresistible weddings, corporate events, and cooking classes in Seattle.

Blue Ribbon specializes in all-inclusive wedding packages as well as open-to-the-public cooking classes, corporate team building cooking classes, kids cook camp and private parties.

With stunning waterfront and city views, this beautiful day brought together friends and family to celebrate the happy c...
09/04/2026

With stunning waterfront and city views, this beautiful day brought together friends and family to celebrate the happy couple! It was truly an honor to be a part of this special day!

The Admiral’s House offers an unforgettable setting for your next celebration. From elegant gatherings to milestone events, every occasion is elevated by the beauty of this one-of-a-kind Seattle venue.

A delicious lineup of globally inspired bites! From petite chicken potstickers and smoked salmon cucumber canapés to bulgogi beef lettuce wraps, every bite brings bold flavor and beautiful presentation.

A beautifully curated dinner menu featuring braised beef short rib, tamari-glazed salmon, lemon chive orzo, roasted potatoes, and seasonal Pike Place Market vegetables. View the full menu below!

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Photographer -
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Band - Oncore
Cake -
Late Night Burgers:
Rentals:

Dinner Menu

✨Tray Passed Appetizers✨
Petite Chicken Potstickers served in a Chinese Soup Spoon with Chili-Lime (GF/DF)
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Smoked Salmon on Cucumber Canapes with Jalapeno MascarponGochujangkled Shallot (GF)
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Bulgogi Beef Lettuce Wraps with House Pickled Vegetables & Gochujang
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✨Plated Salad Service✨
Blueberries with Delicate Greens, Local Chevre Cheese, & Pepitas served with Champagne Vinaigrette
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Sourdough Breads with & Herb Infused Olive Oil and Vinegar (Veg)

✨Family Style Dinner✨

Boneless Braised Beef Short Rib with Umami Redux (GF/DF/Soy free)
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Tamari Glazed Salmon with Charred Lemon Fleur de Sel-the-Raw Crusting (no allium)
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Lemon Chive Orzo Salad with Goat Cheese and Arugula
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Lemon Roasted Potato (GF/No alliums/DF)
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Pike Place Market Roasted Vegetables with Fleur de Sel (Vegan/GF)

✨Late Night Snack✨
Dicks Burgers

09/03/2026

This incredible Bar Mitzvah brought friends and family together to celebrate such an exciting milestone! From the moment guests stepped into Stoneway Auto, they were transported into a world of fun and unforgettable experiences.

A roaming cannoli station, an ice cream sundae bar, and a build-your-own lemonade station were just a few of the playful details that made this celebration so special!

🎥 Blue Ribbon Cooking

Venue: Stone Way Auto
Planner: Tamara Nicole
Catering: Blue Ribbon Cooking
Lighting: LightSmiths
Embellish Studios

✨Italian Tray Passed Appetizers✨
Port-Infused Goat Cheese and Fig Bruschetta with a Chiffonade of Fresh Basil (Veg)
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Smoked Salmon
Served on Honeydew Canapés with Mojito Mascarpone
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Italian Stationary Appetizers

Classic Cheese Pizza Flatbread
Topped with Fresh Ribbons of Basil (Veg)
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Modern Caprese Tarts
with Tomato Jam, Basil Marinated Fresh Mozzarella and Fried Prosciutto

✨Italian Buffet Dinner Service✨

Rustic Caesar Salad
opped with Homemade Croutons, Grilled Lemon Slices & Parmesan Curls (Veg)
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Linguini Pasta
with Traditional Bolognese Sauce and Parmesan Curls
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Traditional Chicken Piccata with Lemon Caper Sauce
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Super Creamy Macaroni & Cheese
Topped with a Brown Butter Panko Crusting (Veg)
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Roasted Garlic & Mascarpone Mashed Potatoes (Veg)
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Pike Place Market Style Grilled Vegetable Platter
Topped with Fleur de Sel (Veg)
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Artisan Breads
with Herb Infused Olive Oil & Aged Balsamic Vinegar (Veg)

Stepping into this beautiful wedding aboard On the Hiyu! This unforgettable evening brought together stunning waterfront...
09/01/2026

Stepping into this beautiful wedding aboard On the Hiyu! This unforgettable evening brought together stunning waterfront views, meaningful moments with friends and family, and a beautiful celebration on the water.

✨Buffet Dinner✨

Blackberry and Champagne Salad with Delicate Greens, Crumbled Local Chevre (GF / Veg)
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Herb Crusted Chicken Breast with Roasted Red Grapes, Caramelized Shallots and Madeira Pan Sauce (GF)
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Cognac Flambeed Wild Mushroom Risotto with Fresh Thyme and Parmesan Curls (GF)
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Pike Place Market Style Grilled Vegetable Platter with Fleur de Sel (Vegan / DF / GF)
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Artisan Breads with Herb Infused Olive Oil & Aged Balsamic Vinegar

Venue // On the Hiyu
Florals //
DJ // Liam Allan
Photographer //
Catering // Blue Ribbon Cooking & Culinary Center

08/27/2026

This beautiful wedding at Sanders Estate welcomed more than 400 guests to celebrate two incredible people! ✨

The reception was hosted beneath the tent, with lovely views of the fountain and surrounding gardens creating the perfect backdrop for the evening. It was truly a joy to host such a beautiful celebration!

Venue: Sanders Estate
Catering: Blue Ribbon Cooking

Menu
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Blackberry & Champagne Vinaigrette with Delicate Greens, Local Chevre Cheese, & Vanilla-Chipotle Spiced Pecans
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Slow Roasted Salmon with Cherry Chutney and Smoked Almond Dust *sauce on the side*
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Brandied Fig Flat Iron Steak
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Herb Crusted Chicken Breast with Maderia Pan Sauce, Roasted Mushroom Caps, and shallots
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Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
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Lemon and Chive Orzo Salad
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Pike Place Market Roasted Vegetables with Fleur de Sel (Vegan/GF)
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Artisan Breads with Herb Infused Olive Oil & Balsamic Vinegar (Veg)

As you step into the beautiful Sanders Estate, flowers in full bloom set the scene for a day filled with romance, meanin...
08/26/2026

As you step into the beautiful Sanders Estate, flowers in full bloom set the scene for a day filled with romance, meaningful moments, and the beginning of a new chapter together!

Guests were welcomed with a delicious spread featuring Thai Grilled Chicken Skewers with Honey-Peanut Coconut Glaze, Buttermilk Fried Chicken n’ Waffles with Maple Glaze, Roasted Beet Hummus with Chickpea & Tahini Hummus, Marinated Eggplant Baba Ghanoush, and Traditional Greek-Style Pita Bread.

For dinner, guests enjoyed a seasonal menu featuring Washington Harvest Salad with local apples, maple-roasted squash, pickled red onion, and spiced pepitas; Mojo Pork Shoulder; Boneless Braised Beef Short Rib with Umami Redux and Cabbage Slaw; Vegan Thai Curry with fried tofu and Asian vegetables; Creamy Polenta with Sicilian Eggplant Caponata, preserved lemon, and toasted pine nuts; Lemongrass-Coconut Rice Pilaf; Pike Place Market Roasted Vegetables with Fleur de Sel; and Artisan Breads served with herb-infused olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

We feel honored to have been a part of this wonderful celebration!

Interested in learning more about Sanders Estate or our catering services? Connect with us!
https://www.blueribboncooking.com

Venue: Sanders Estate
Photography:
Catering: Blue Ribbon Cooking

Happy Birthday to Tunu! 🎉✨Today we’re celebrating Tunu and the incredible positivity, warmth, and energy brought to the ...
08/19/2026

Happy Birthday to Tunu! 🎉✨

Today we’re celebrating Tunu and the incredible positivity, warmth, and energy brought to the Blue Ribbon team and every wedding and event! Tunu brings such a joyful presence to each celebration and helps make every experience feel even more special. May all of your grandest dreams come true!

Wishing Tunu the happiest birthday and a year filled with so much joy! 🎂

08/18/2026

We’re still dreaming about last night’s celebration at The Admiral’s House! ✨

With beautiful waterfront views, incredible company, and delicious food, it was such a fun evening celebrating the amazing vendors who helped bring Married at First Sight Season 20 to life!

Guests gathered for a viewing party filled with vibrant details, great conversation, and plenty of memorable moments throughout the evening!

Venue // Admiral’s House
Catering // Blue Ribbon Cooking
Planner // Tamara Nicole
Florist // Stephanie
Photographer // Shaunae Teske
Desserts // Aha Sugar Co. ✨It’s Not Just Dessert✨
Coffee // Creature Coffee | Coffee Cart & Specialty Roasting
Event Decor // Sarah's Celebrations
Music // 360Ki
Rentals // CORT Party Rental
Married at First Sight // Peacock

Giving the details and view a moment to sparkle! ✨ Last night’s celebration was so much fun, filled with pops of vibrant...
08/18/2026

Giving the details and view a moment to sparkle! ✨ Last night’s celebration was so much fun, filled with pops of vibrant color, delicious food, and so many thoughtful details that brought the evening together.

Set at The Admiral’s House in Seattle, the celebration paired beautiful waterfront views with a festive atmosphere and a fun Married at First Sight (Season 20) viewing party throughout the evening.

Venue // Admiral’s House
Catering //
Planner //
Florist //
Photographer //
Desserts //
Coffee //
Event Decor // .seattle
Music //
Rentals //
Married at First Sight //

Last night, we celebrated all of the incredible vendors who helped bring the Married at First Sight (Season 20) weddings...
08/18/2026

Last night, we celebrated all of the incredible vendors who helped bring the Married at First Sight (Season 20) weddings to life! ✨

With the stunning Admiral’s House and Seattle waterfront as our backdrop, guests gathered for a special watch party featuring a festive menu by Blue Ribbon Cooking:

🌽 Elote corn-on-the-cob lollipops
🌮 Chicken tamales with red tamale sauce
✨ Beef taquitos with avocado crema and pomegranate seeds
🔥 Grilled vegetables with scallions, jalapeños, and charred limes
🍉 Watermelon salad with cucumber, cotija, cilantro, tomato, and arugula
🥕 Individual lime-infused hummus cups with Mexican-inspired crudités and Tajín
🥑 A chips and salsa station with guacamole, two salsas, cheese sauce, and cabbage salad

It was such a fun evening celebrating the talented local vendors who helped make these beautiful weddings possible!

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Featured Vendors:

Venue // The Admiral's House
Catering //
Planner //
Florist //
Photographer //
Desserts //
Coffee //
Event Decor // .seattle
Music //
Rentals //
Married at First Sight //

There’s something especially magical about a summer wedding—the warm light and the feeling of celebrating surrounded by ...
08/17/2026

There’s something especially magical about a summer wedding—the warm light and the feeling of celebrating surrounded by the people who matter most.

This beautiful summer wedding at Sanders Estate was filled with the sweetest moments. From getting ready with friends and family to stepping into the ceremony and celebrating well into the evening, every part of the day felt welcoming, joyful, and perfectly suited to the season!

Guests were welcomed with delicious appetizers and a buffet full of favorites!

We wish these two all the best as they start their chapter together! ✨

Venue: Sanders Estate
Catering: Blue Ribbon Cooking
DJ/MC:
Officiant: Rev. Ray Van Winkle
Photographer:

✨Tray Passed Appetizers✨

Port Infused Goat Cheese & Fig Bruschetta with Fresh Basil Chiffonade (Veg)
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Miniature Shrimp & Pineapple Ceviche Tostada with Avocado Crema (GF)
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Smoked Salmon & Cucumber Canape with Jalapeno-Scallion Mascarpone & Pickled Shallot (GF)

✨Buffet Dinner✨

Blackberry & Champagne Vinaigrette with Delicate Greens, Local Chevre Cheese, & Vanilla-Chipotle Spiced Pecans
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Grilled Flat Iron Streak with Brandied Fig Sauce (GF)
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Herb Crusted Chicken Breast with Roasted Grapes, Caramelized Shallots, & Madeira Pan Sauce (GF)
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Truffle Macaroni & Cheese with Brown Butter Panko (Veg)
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Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes (GF/Veg)

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2501 Fairview Avenue E
Seattle, WA
98102

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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