An Evening on Emoriland Boulevard - SOLD OUT!

Saturday, June 18, 2011 | 7:00 p.m.

30 guests

SOLD OUT!

North Knoxville

1711 Emoriland Boulevard 

In 1924, Charles Emory, Jr., whose family had farmed for decades on a small tract of land adjacent to historic First Creek, made the decision to subdivide his farm and go into the construction business. His land's proximity to the Fountain City streetcar line made it a desirable location for commuting downtown. Emory himself built the first two houses, one of which remained in his family for many years. The house at 1711 Emoriland Boulevard, built in 1925 for Walter L. Morris, has been the home of Bill and Melissa Charles, who have built a large collection of regional art and antiques, including some family pieces, for 28 years. A recent project has been the creation of a garden inspired by the gardens of Charleston. An existing gazebo and fishpond have also been restored. The Charleses invite you visit their neighborhood, tour their home, and enjoy a special meal in their garden at twilight.

Menu: 

Charleston Plantation Punch

Wine, beer, tea, and water

Tomato tarts

Cucumber cups stuffed with Alaskan smoked salmon

Strawberry spinach salad with blue cheese crumbles

Chicken piccata with basmati rice, seasoned with scallions, shallots, and celery

Chilled asparagus in lemon vinaigrette

Homemade rolls

Lemon layer cake with whipped cream, lemon curd, and blackberry jam

Hosts:

Julia & Gary Bentley

Angelyn Campbell

Melissa & Bill Charles*

John Cotham

Steve Cotham

Beth Eason & Brad Rayson

Sara & Sean Martin

Craig Naill & Phillip Rutledge

P.J. Snodgrass

John Z.C. Thomas

Michael Thomas

Elizabeth Ward

Tom Whisman