Montgomery

Phone 706-742-5426 E-mail joyce@themontgomeryhouse.com

Welcome to The Montgomery House of Athens, Georgia

The Montgomery House of Athens, Georgia specializes in Wedding Cakes and Catering of a Southern Tradition. In keeping with a long family culinary tradition, Joyce Montgomery Phillips has opened The Montgomery House in East Athens. Joyce has studied the culinary arts and incorporated it with family favorite recipes to create menus for the taste buds and a presentation beautiful to the eye. Joyce has always done the family wedding cakes for their weddings. She now offers her expertise to the local Athens area brides, creating true Southern confections for the bride's special day.

Your wedding day is incredibly special and every detail should be chosen with care. Our goal at The Montgomery House is to listen to your ideas and help you create an event that is unforgettable. Let your imagination and The Montgomery House make them unique to you.

The Montgomery House works by referrals and appointments only. Our personal consultation for your wedding or event can be arranged in your home or at our office.

Contact Joyce Phillips by phone at 706-742-5426 or e-mail joyce@themontgomeryhouse.com

The Montgomery Wedding Cakes

The Montgomery House of Athens, Georgia can make your wedding cake just the way you dreamed it would be. The Montgomery House prides itself for using the freshest ingredients for a wonder tasting cake, and we decorate it with rich icing, confection decorations and even fresh flowers to match your bouquet if you wish. Joyce is a member of the International Cake Exploration Societé and creates florals and sugar confections using ingredients imported from Sweden.

For a thrilling taste sensation, try The Montgomery House Champaign cake with Peach Amerreto Pecan icing. This unique specialty cake has become a Classic City favorite. It will leave your guests talking about your tasteful wedding cake for weeks to follow. To complement the cake, may we suggest "Larry's Cheeries". The finest chocolate is used for dipping hand wrapped chocolate dipped cheeries. "Larry's Cheeries" is a family recipe created by Joyce's brother, Larry, and has become a favorite at the Annual St. Mary's Chocolate Lovers Auction at the Classic Center ih Athens, Georgia .

See our cake gallery on our main site here

The Montgomeery House cakes are made with only the freshest of ingredients to insure you are getting the best cake possible. Our wedding cakes are not only beautiful, but have a wonderful taste, and will make your special occasion a memory that will last forever.

Most Popular Wedding Cakes and Groom Cakes

Traditional White Wedding Cake w/buttercream frosting or
Cream Cheese Pound Cake w/ buttercream frosting
A choice of the following fillings can be used:
Lemon
Raspberry
Apricot
Or a favorite flavoring of yours
Baked and designed for your special day @ $2.00 per slice

Champagne Cake:

This has become The Montgomery House signature cake.
This cake actually has champagne in the cake itself w /a peach, amaretta, pecan filing. An elegant taste of champagne with the richness of our southern peaches and pecans gives your guests and tasteful treat for the wedding cake. Baked and designed for your special day @ $3.00 per slice.

Groom Cakes

Traditional Chocolate w/The Montgomery House special rich Mocha or traditional chocolate Frosting.
Red Velvet w/Cream Cheese Frosting
Italian Cream Cake w/Cream Cheese Frosting
Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
The Groom's Cakes are priced at $2.00 per slice

Cheese Cakes:

White Chocolate cheese cake
New York Style Cheese cake
Praline Crusted Cheese Cake – The Montgomery House special – homemade pralines
Cheesecakes are price at $2.75 per slice

In keeping with the elegance of your day, cakes from Flowers and More of Athens are placed on a silver cake stand at no extra charge. Also there is no delivery or set up charge within a 20 miles radius of Athens.

A deposit of half the cost of your cake is required at the time the contract is signed. The balance is due two weeks prior to your wedding day

The Montgomery House Catering

The Montgomery House specializes in the taste of the Old South. For your reception, select from such favorites as Pit Roasted Pork Loin, Bourbon Glazed Ham, or Marinated Beef Rib. Rest assured that the food will please the most discriminating taste. For our most popular sample menus for wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, anniversary dinners, or any special occasion, .click here. Keep in mind that these are samples menus and custom menus can be developed for you special occasion dinner

The Montgomery House of Athens
Wedding Reception and Rehearsal Dinner Sample Menus

Below are a few of our most popular sample menus for wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, anniversary dinners, or any special occasion. Keep in mind that these are samples menus and special menus can be developed for you special occasion dinner.

Grilled Island Chicken
Roasted Red-skinned Potato
Seasoned Green Beans
Spinach Salad w/citrus dressing
Yeast Rolls/butter/margarine
Tea and Coffee
$14.00 per person
Bourbon Glazed Ham
Southern Style Mixed Greens
Potato Salad
Seasonal Vegetables
Buttermilk Biscuits/butter
Tea and Coffee
$14.50 per person

Smoked Pork Barbecue
New Potato Salad
Baked Beans
Creamy Coleslaw
Sandwich rolls
Tea and coffee
$14.50 per person

Roasted Turkey Breast
Cornbread dressing
W/giblet gravy
Seasonal Fresh Vegetable
Garden Salad w/dressings
Yeast Rolls w/butter/margarine
Tea and coffee
$14.50 per person

Pit Roasted Pork Loin
Seasonal Fresh Vegetables
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Caesar Salad
Yeast Rolls w/butter/margarine
Tea and coffee
$14.50 per person

Eye of Round Beef Roast
Steamed Asparagus
Sour Cream/butter/Chive Creamed Potatoes
Summer Squash Casserole
Yeast Rolls/butter/margarine
Tea and Coffee
$16.00 per person

Baked Lasagna
Caesar Salad
Green Beans Almandine
Savannah Garlic Bread
Tea and Coffee
$14.50 per person

Spinach and Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast
Penne Pasta tossed w/olive oil and
fresh basil
Hot French Bread served with
whipped garlic butter
Tea and Coffee
$14.00 per person

Marinated Beef Rib Roast basted w/The
Montgomery House special blend of spices
Rice Pilaf
Steamed vegetables seasoned with just a touch of Thyme
Mixed Spring Salad w/ dressings
Yeast Rolls w/butter/margarine
Tea and coffee
$19.00 per person

Above menus are suggestions only. I will be happy to incorporate any special requirements. Prices include servers, buffet linens and service Ware. Additional linens are available at $7.00 per tablecloth and $5.00 per overlay. Ask about our toile overlays.

The Montgomery House of Athens
Wedding Hors' d-Oeuvres

Below you will find 10 sample menus of your Wedding Hors d-Oeuvres.

Menu 1

Fresh Seasonal Fruit Presentation
   w/Honey-lime Yogurt dip
International Cheese Board
   W/assorted Gourmet Crackers
Fresh Vegetable Crudités
   W/creamy herb dip
Spinach dip in bread bowl
   w/bread squares
Fruit punch
   W/fruit ice ring

   $7.50 per person
   Includes servers
Menu 2

Herb Stuffed Mushroom Caps
Fresh Vegetable Crudités
w/creamy herb dip
International Cheese Board
w/assorted Gourmet Crackers
Bleu Cheese Dip & Celery Sticks
Spicy Chicken Wings & Drummettes
Fruit Punch
w/fruit ice ring

   $9.50 per person
   includes servers

Menu 3

Fresh Seasonal Fruit Presentation
Semisweet chocolate dip
Assorted Miniature Quiches
Creamy Spinach Dip
w/assorted breads
Fresh Vegetable Crudités
   w/creamy herb dip
Pasta Salad
Fruit Punch
   w/fruit ice ring

   $10.50 per person
   Includes servers

Menu 4

Fresh Vegetable Crudités
hot crab dip
w/assorted Gourmet Crackers
Grilled Marinated Chicken Tenders
w/spicy mustard tarragon dip
Fresh Seasonal Fruit Presentation
w/creamy French vanilla yogurt sauce
Pasta Salad
International Cheese Board
Fruit Punch

w/fruit ice ring
   $10.50 per person
   Includes servers

Menu 5

Fresh Vegetable Crudités
   Creamy Herb Dip & Spinach Dip
Cheddar Cheese Ring w/Strawberry Preserves
   W/assorted gourmet crackers
Spinach Dip w/Butter & Grain crackers
Cucumber Sandwiches
   W/garlic and cream cheese
Spicy Chicken Drummettes
Fresh Seasonal Fruit Presentation
   Creamy Marshmallow Dip
Fruit Punch
   w/fruit ice ring

   $11.00 per person
   Includes servers

Menu 6

Fresh Seasonal Fruit Presentation
w/fresh vanilla yogurt dip
Chilled Vegetable Presentation
w/lemon-dill & creamy spinach dip
Chicken Salad
w/assorted breads & condiments
Pasta Salad
Herb & Garlic Cream Cheese Spread
w/assorted Gourmet crackers
Baked Brie wrapped in Puff Pastry
w/assorted Gourmet Crackers
Fruit Punch
w/fruit ice ring
   $11.50 per person
   Includes servers

Menu 7

Fresh Seasonal Fruit Presentation
w/Semi-sweet chocolate dip
International Cheese Board
   w/assorted gourmet crackers
Whole Smoke Breast of Turkey
Assorted Miniature Quiches
Roma tomatoes w/basil & Mozzarella
New Potatoes Florentine
Fresh Vegetable Crudités
Fruit Punch
   w/ fruit ice ring

   $13.00 per person
   Includes Servers

Menu 8

Fresh Seasonal Fruit Presentation
w/Gran Marnier Dip
Sun Dried Tomato & Feta Cheese
in Phyllo Pastry Triangles
Grilled Oriented Sesame Chicken
Chilled Vegetable Presentation
w/lemon-dill dip & creamy spinach dip
Tri-colored Pasta Salad w/fresh Mozzarella
Spicy chicken wings and drummettes
Spicy Cheddar Cheese Crisp
Fruit Punch
w/fruit ice ring

   $13.50 per person
   Includes servers

Menu 9

Fresh Seasonal Fruit Presentational
   w/Semi-Sweet Chocolate Dip
International Cheese Board
   w/assorted Gourmet crackers
Sliced baked Ham, Smoked turkey
   And Roast Beet
   w/assorted rolls & condiments
Fresh Vegetable Crudités
   Creamy herb dip and spinach dip
Roma tomato w/basil & Mozzarella
Tri-Colored Pasta Salad creamy herb dip and spinach dip
Fresh seasonal Fruit Presentation
Fruit Punch
w/fruit ice ring

   $15.00 per person
   Includes servers
Menu 10

International Cheese Board
w/assorted Gourmet Crackers
Chilled Shrimp
w/traditional cocktail sauce
Crab Spread
w/assorted Gourmet Crackers
Grilled Marinated Chicken tenders
Grilled Herb Pork Loin
w/yeast rolls and champagne mustard
creamy herb dip and spinach dip
Fresh seasonal Fruit Presentation
Fruit Punch
w/fruit ice ring

   $19.50 per person
   Includes servers