‘Proof’ Adds New Venues and Kosher Options
Caterer Proof of the Pudding is on point with three new versatile party venues in West Midtown.
After 37 years with the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and now with the AJT, , Jaffe’s focus is lifestyle, art, dining, fashion, and community events with emphasis on Jewish movers and shakers.
West Midtown Venues is adding three new event spaces: The Dogwood, Summit at 8West, and Collier Hall, which are poised to host corporate events, social events, weddings, galas and not-for-profit events. Atlanta’s largest caterer, Proof of the Pudding, will craft the culinary experience at all three of the unique Atlanta event venues.
Chris Bazemore, director of venue sales and business development, stated, “In addition to responding to the continued demand for more venues for weddings, bar and bat mitzvahs and social events, these new West Midtown venues will draw business from several big upcoming events such as the college football playoff game in early 2025 and FIFA World Cup games in 2026. The new venues will deliver the same culinary innovation, elevated hospitality and service, that Proof is known for.”
Event planners and customers are handheld by Proof’s planning and culinary experts to create personalized experiences and custom menus featuring diverse trend stations, plated culinary creations, craft cocktails and late-night treats for events held at the new venues. Proof has included Added Touch Catering, which has a full-service kosher catering division, and a Kosher Touch, which is certified under the Atlanta Kashruth Commission as an approved caterer for all three venues.
Looking towards creative bespoke trends to make events memorable, Bazemore stated, “Activated food stations where guests can interact with chefs and more variety of food choices with global flavors and authentic dishes continue to influence menus. Activation stations make events more engaging and memorable.
At a luxe Google holiday event, guests gathered around delectable food stations offering small plates catering to every taste.”
A recent mitzvah included a donut experience where guests could fill their own pastries with their flavors of choice.
The Dogwood welcomed 400 guests at its grand opening VIP event in late October. The venue is spacious, light and airy with a mix of elevated finishes and industrial elements. It’s housed in a 70-year-old former paper manufacturing plant in West Midtown and, as a result, has alabaster open industrial ceilings. The 13,000-square-foot space is the largest of the new venues, with a guest capacity of 450 seated and 625 reception style. A unique touch is a photo area with a romantic suspended swing with cascading pink flowers. The Dogwood is a quick ride to Georgia Tech, Blandtown, The Works, the West Midtown corridor, Midtown Atlanta, and the downtown Atlanta attractions.
Summit at 8West, hosting events starting in December, offers breathtaking views of Atlanta’s skyline and a sophisticated design spanning the 10,000-square-foot space. Located on the eighth floor of the 8West building, Summit has a rooftop rental option and has a guest capacity of 240 seated and 400 reception style. The modern space overlooks Midtown Atlanta, Georgia Tech, Mercedez-Benz Stadium and downtown.
Opening at the beginning of 2025, Collier Hall is a 120-year-old church that has been beautifully renovated to integrate modern updates with historic charm. The venue includes an indoor pre-function area and main ballroom complimented by an outdoor deck shaded by beautiful oak trees. Collier Hall is perfect for medium-sized events with a guest capacity of 175 seated and 250 reception style. It’s located in the Collier Village area where I-75 meets Howell Mill Road.
All three locations are well designed with state-of-the-art amenities, audio-visual capabilities and an outdoor component included in the venue rental. Both self-park and valet parking services are available. Niles Bolton is the architect along with MAREN Construction for The Dogwood and Summit at 8West venues. Andrew Robertson is the architect along with Outsource Construction for the Collier Hall venue.
At Zoo Atlanta, Proof of the Pudding continues to provide hassle-free kosher catering from its state-of-the-art kosher kitchen and its commitment to quality and kashrut standards. There is even a rabbi on-site at every kosher event; and a mashgiach works closely with the team during production. A previous Atlanta Jewish Times article featured the Wasserman wedding with photo-bombing elephants in the background.
Bookings are being accepted for all three of the new West Midtown venues. Contact events@westmidtownvenues.com or call 404.465.4861.
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