For the last two weeks, Kleine Brogel AB has been hosting the 2009 NATO Tiger Meet. To say that this is a big deal is a HUGE understatement. Last night, they wrapped up the festivities with the Tiger Meet Galabal, and we were lucky enough to get invited to the party. Now I think I've said this before, but just in case you haven't been paying attention...when Belgians throw a party, they REALLY throw a party. This was the most impressive event I've ever been to!
The Ball was set up in a huge tent, just beside the KB flight line, complete with crystal and candelabras. After walking down the candle lit red carpet leading to the entrance of the tent, we were handed little boxes of chocolate and ushered out to the deck between the tent and the flight line. 
The theme of this years event was "Fly Me to the Moon." All around the tent, they had set up video monitors that showed pictures and movies about the military and space. 
Did I mention that it had an open bar? The drinks were included in the ticket. I told you that these people know how to throw a party.
Out on the deck, we were treated to a constant flow of hors d'oeuvres and champagne. The waiters brought everything from oysters on the half shell to little chicken filled pastries. As the sun began to set, we were treated to a private air show. I could really get used to this lifestyle!
The Ball was set up in a huge tent, just beside the KB flight line, complete with crystal and candelabras. After walking down the candle lit red carpet leading to the entrance of the tent, we were handed little boxes of chocolate and ushered out to the deck between the tent and the flight line. The theme of this years event was "Fly Me to the Moon." All around the tent, they had set up video monitors that showed pictures and movies about the military and space. 
Did I mention that it had an open bar? The drinks were included in the ticket. I told you that these people know how to throw a party. Out on the deck, we were treated to a constant flow of hors d'oeuvres and champagne. The waiters brought everything from oysters on the half shell to little chicken filled pastries. As the sun began to set, we were treated to a private air show. I could really get used to this lifestyle!
When the show was over, we headed back inside for a fantastic meal. Once again, this was not the type of food that you normally get at military functions. There were several courses, and each was presented with a different wine selection. We had fish with white wine, veal with red, croquettes next, then wrapped it all up with a raspberry torte. Yummmmm!
At 10 pm, the band started up and the dancing began. Now it was time to work off all of that food!
The ball was a complete success, and we thank our hosts for letting us come to their party. They put on quite the show!
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