A new all-inclusive event venue is slated for Durham's Golden Belt campus, promising beautiful views, the ultimate in tempting cuisine, event planning and fabulous decor.

We got a sneak peek at the inspired sage-colored venue and the cuisine, both developed by Durham native Michelle Aldred and her other half, chef Dodd Aldred. The couple are co-owners and operators of Triangle Catering and the new venue The Cotton Room at Golden Belt. The 11,000-square-foot venue will serve a "Southern-inspired and classically executed" menu, and will accommodate 440 people in a stand-up reception and 350 people in a sit-down dinner. The new space will makes its formal debut in October. Reservations already are being accepted.

Enjoy your own sneak peek from our pictures below, and look out for more on the new space in the August/September 2009 issue of Durham Magazine.  DM

Bull City Rising's Kevin Davis and Allison Polish of Scientific Properties mingle in the new space.

Guitarist and vocalist Tain Collins entertains guests while they dine.

A member of the Triangle Catering staff mans the dessert table.

A future menu item: Lemon crusted poached salmon and watercress salad with a lemon vinaigrette.

Another future menu item: Pork loin stuffed with roasted peppers, spinach and bleu cheese.

Chef Dodd Aldred holding a dish of fingerling potatos, roasted beets, snap beans and hominy. Delicious!