(www.galleryamazing.com), located in the heart of Broward County, they are greeted by a giant butterfly painted on the side of the building, an ancient tyrannosaurus rex skeleton hovering above them and a 10-foot-tall chandelier studded with over 300 porcelains fairies. The art reflects the name of its home and makes the Gallery of Amazing Things a truly unique venue for Bar and Bat Mitzvahs.

This is exactly what Bill Hansen, CEO of Bill Hansen Luxury Catering & Event Production (www.BillHansenCatering.com), seeks when adding new venues to his exclusive portfolio of more than 100 unique South Florida event spaces. The Gallery of Amazing Things is a unique and non-traditional venue that perfectly illustrates Hansen’s growing reputation as the “go-to guy” for those seeking an untraditional event experience.

“If you want an event at a hotel or country club, we’re not for you,” said Hansen. “Our clients are creative and adventurous and turn to us when they want to create a truly memorable experience, which is particularly important when planning Bar and Bat Mitzvahs.”

The Gallery of Amazing Things houses one-of-a-kind artifacts and collectibles in the 40,000 square-foot building. One of the major appeals is that the Gallery has a 19,000-square foot banquet room, a blank canvas that can accommodate any theme. The client also has the option to incorporate a wide range of collectibles into the event, including perfect sculptures, monumental crystals, 50-million-year-old fossils, and gorgeous chandeliers to create an event that is appealing to adults as well as young teens.

In recent months Bill Hansen Luxury Catering and the Gallery of Amazing Things staff have produced truly “amazing” events at the Gallery. An urban event featuring skateboard ramps; a basketball theme with a full court and bleachers; and a Star Wars reception complete with light sabers and costumed staff. The versatile site is perfect for a small intimate affair or sit down dinners for 600 guests, corporate events, brand launches, cultural events, and weddings.

“Our guests step into an enchanting world, one that is simply perfect for those seeking a unique event,” said Gregg Whittecar, owner. “There is no another venue in the area that offers the excitement, mystery and ‘Oh Wow’ factor for those hoping to create a truly memorable experience.” He then added, “We look forward to working with Bill and his staff to create more amazing events. We have seen a huge increase among those planning Bar and Bat Mitzvahs simply because there is so much to offer for the kids and the adults.”

Based out of Villa Woodbine, a historic mansion in Coconut Grove, Bill Hansen and his team of executive chefs and event producers consistently deliver on their promise of creating “one-of-a-kind” memorable experiences that eliminate the stress during the event planning phase or on the day of the event.

In addition to Villa Woodbine, Bill Hansen Luxury Catering offers other venues including Vizcaya, the Kampong, Fairchild Tropical Garden, Park Place, Palm Court, The Alfred I DuPont Building, The Moore Building, The Cruz Building, the Walton House, Samsara, Estancia Culinaria, The Charles Deering Estate, 1111 Lincoln Road, The Gallery of Amazing Things, The Versace Mansion, The Temple House the Rubell Family Collection, The Ice Palace, The Walton House, The Ancient Spanish Monastery, The Bonnet House, The Needham Estate, to name a few. He caters at more than 100 venues throughout South Florida.

“This affiliation with the Gallery of Amazing Things is part of our ongoing efforts to provide the highest quality service, the finest food, and unique venues,” said Hansen.

There is no detail too small for Hansen and his staff.
“We offer all types of cuisine with a catering staff that rivals any 5-star restaurant in the area,” said Hansen. “Our chefs provide all types of ethnic cuisines and Kosher menus, to name a few. There isn’t a menu we cannot provide to our clients.”

About Bill Hansen Luxury Catering & Events Production

Bill Hansen started Bill Hansen Luxury Catering and Events Production in 1980, under the name Bills’ Catering.  Working out of The Miami Club, downtown Miami’s premier city club, he took Miami by storm and became a major player in the upscale catering arena. In 1983, he discovered Villa Woodbine, a historic mansion in Coconut Grove, which is today one of Miami’s most sought-after weddings venues.

For the past 35 years Bill Hansen Luxury Catering has paired with South Florida’s finest venues and vendors to cater and produce luxury events for hundreds of Fortune 500 firms, thousands of bridal couples and the who's who of the celebrity world, offering its clients a wide variety of unique venues along with innovative catering, event planning, décor, and flawless execution. They are preferred or exclusive at over 100 South Florida venues and were recently voted “Caterer of the Year” in 2015 by Bizbash readers and colleagues.

About The Gallery of Amazing Things

With over 19,000 square feet of usable event space the Gallery of Amazing Things is the ideal venue for your next event where guests can mingle among stunning works of art from all over the world. Whether you’re planning an intimate wedding reception, a bar or bat mitzvah, or a lavish corporate gala our event producers can assist you with all of your catering, décor and entertainment needs and ensure that every detail is executed to perfection. Discover rooms of porcelain figures, crystals from South America, 50-million-year-old fossils, and a chandelier that is home to 300 porcelain fairies.