Be it kilt, dress, dashiki, suit, or sari, guests are welcome to wear what they deem as celebratory attire based on their own cultural heritage and traditions. Looking for inspiration? Feel free to visit our VocalEssence Gala Pinterest idea page for ideas.

Salad

• Revol Baby Lettuce with butternut squash, pumpkin seeds, feta, garden radish, champagne dressing (VG, GF)

Entrée (guest choice)

• Sesame Chicken – fire-grilled chicken with harissa beuree blanc, frisée and pepper salad, root vegetable hash, 5-spice roasted purple Peruvian potato, roasted green top carrots.  (GF)
• Grilled Zucchini Purse with arborio rice, sundried tomato, balsamic glaze, broccolini, green top carrots, cauliflower (VEGAN/VG/GF)

Plated Desserts (served every other guest to enjoy, share, or trade!)

• Flourless chocolate torte (GF)
• Mango Passion Layer cake with mango coulis, raspberry powder

A cash bar will be available during the reception and wine will be served at dinner sponsored by Haskell’s Wine and Spirits. If you are a Table Host or Sponsor and wish to purchase advance drink tickets for you or your guests, you may inquire about adding on drink tickets at guest registration.

Parking in the Hilton ramp or at the valet station is available for a fee. Those who purchase a full table or sponsorship will be provided complimentary parking vouchers for you and your guests. To learn about sponsorship levels and benefits, click here.

VocalEssence is closely monitoring the COVID-19 pandemic as it evolves and adhering to all health and safety recommendations put forth by the Minnesota Department of Health, as well as any health and safety protocols in place at our venues. Visit our COVID Protocol Page to see current information.