On Wednesday August 11, 2010 the Scotto Brothers hosted a VIP Event to celebrate the NYC Magical Wedding giveaway.  Contest entry closed at midnight that evening and the turnout was amazing!  Brides-to-be celebrated with Tamsel Fadal and members of the Scotto Family in the Outdoor Garden Oasis and Europa Lounge with live music and cusine prepared by the Chateaus’ award winning chefs.  Take a look at the segment from WPIX Evening News:  Magical Wedding at Chateau Briand on Long Island — WPIX

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Paradise Found – The Garden Oasis at the new Chateau Briand
is like nothing you’ve ever seen.

Do you love tropical paradises or the vibrant color and chic atmosphere of South Beach in Miami? Imagine packing up your family and friends and having the party of your lives in such an exotic location. Well, now you can…without ever leaving Long Island. Hip, posh and ultra cool, the new multi-million-dollar Outdoor Garden Oasis at the Chateau Briand redefines "destination" events and celebrations.

From the moment you set eyes on this wondrous outdoor venue, you’ll feel like you’ve checked in to a magnificent five-star tropical resort or a trendy South Beach hotel where you and your guests can party and relax "al fresco" in the lap of luxury. (Another Mojito or Pina Colada anyone?)

In keeping with the Scotto Brothers’ unwavering vision and tradition of creating one-of-a-kind event and celebratory spaces, the Chateau Briand’s Outdoor Garden Oasis is a sparkling jewel…

…A place that transforms the "same-old, same-old" into something totally unexpected and different.

…A place that transcends traditional restaurants and catering halls, creating a whole new vibe in a fresh, chic atmosphere that invites great times and memories that will last a lifetime.

…And most importantly, a place that offers you an exciting opportunity to break the mold and host the social or corporate event of your dreams, from cocktail parties and fundraisers to wedding ceremonies and celebrations.

More of an "artscape" than a landscape, the Chateau Briand’s sprawling, multi-level Outdoor Garden Oasis blends the best of form and function, as well as the Chateau’s signature art deco design with spectacular natural and contemporary man-made features. The result is a truly awe-inspiring living, flowing masterpiece that will titillate all of your senses.

Imagine you and your guests strolling between majestic swaying palm trees (where else can you find real, mature palms growing outdoors in Nassau County?) while being serenaded by over sixty hidden stereo speakers filling the air with soft music. Beautiful flowers and foliage punctuate the landscape with splashes of color, and cascading waterfalls and serene reflection pools add a sense of calm and tranquility to the environment.

Talk and mingle in multiple lounge and cabana-like areas and private coves that offer ample seating on comfy oversized couches. All illuminated by glowing sconces, up-lights and candles. Or chat and drink in front of a colossal fire pit that will transfix your gaze and warm your heart.

You’ll also find a grand pavilion on the grounds complete with sheer curtains billowing in the breeze, cool paddle ceiling fans and generous communal seating where you and your guests can share good food, drink and conversation. It’s an idyllic setting to be wined and dined by the Chateau Briand’s friendly and attentive wait staff that always provides excellent service.

Best of all, you’ll enjoy an amazing array of culinary delights prepared by the Chateau’s award-winning chefs who are committed to providing the perfect customized menu for your affair as well as the most discriminating palates.

So put the luggage, sunblock and passport away and take a vacation from the ordinary and mundane. You don’t have to go far to have a truly amazing affair with an exotic flair and spectacular ambiance all its own. Everything you could possibly desire is right at the new Chateau Briand.

It’s official.  Body English Tuesdays at The Chateau will be opening on Tuesday June 1st.  Look for your invitation in the mail.  If you’re not on our mailing list log onto www.bodyenglishtuesdays.com to register.  See you there!

Long Island Weddings

Now that we are into the New Year and brides and grooms have started the search for their dream location, we have noticed a few changes in buying habits.  More and more interested couples (through the use of social networking sites devoted specifically to brides and grooms) are doing their homework well before entering our doors.  Whether they have researched our facility through our website or created an impromptu online survey comparing one choice over another, they arrive at our door with notebooks in hand- ready to make a decision.  They also have clear objectives (how they want their wedding to take place, how much they are willing to spend, etc.) and are more set in their viewpoints.  This is in direct contradiction to what wedding shopping was like 10 years ago.  Gone are the days where the families came in to book their son or daughter’s special event and then brought them in to see “where they’re getting married.”  Today, couples are more financially involved and market savvy giving them a  greater voice in the decision of their special day.

The word on the street these days is that Body English Tuesdays at the Chateau is THE place to be (and to be seen.)  Recently, Newsday featured some of our guests in their Style section.  Also, the cast from the hit TV show “Z Rock” on IFC stopped by after their recent concert for a bite to eat and to chill. 

Watch for our outdoor oasis to be featured in an upcoming episode of the USA Network series “Royal Pains.”