A Flavor-Filled Evening at the World of Coca-Cola

When you combine 600 energetic guests, a world-renowned venue, and a menu bursting with bold flavors, you’re bound to create an evening to remember. On April 30, 2025, Proof of the Pudding brought their signature flair to the World of Coca-Cola for a private corporate event. From the glowing ambiance to servers dressed in festive red ensembles passing elegant hors d’oeuvres, this celebration was as playful as it was polished.

With the help of the venue’s vibrant event spaces—including The Hub and Taste It!—and interactive elements like jumbo Jenga and cornhole, guests enjoyed an evening that felt like a spirited mix of networking and fun. POP was proud to match the energy of the night with a diverse and elevated culinary experience delivered across multiple chef-attended trend stations with colorful, passed bites. A highlight? Our popcorn bar and umbrella-hung pretzels, both of which added a whimsical, street festival-like twist to the evening.

Take a look at the custom menu:

Passed Savory Bites

• Bang Bang Shrimp Skewer – Scallion, Sriracha Aioli
• Arepa (GF) – Jalapeño-Corn Masa, Chicken-Avocado Salad, Red Bell Pepper, Lime, Cilantro
• Bacon Wrapped Date (GF) – Manchego Cheese, Balsamic Glaze
• Mushroom Dumpling (Veg) – Shiitake, Cabbage, Truffle Aioli, Shoyu, Pickled Beets, Chives
• Jumbo Pretzels – Salted, Hung on Umbrellas

Interactive Fun Add-On

• Popcorn Bar – Flavors: Butter, Cheese, and Caramel

Farmers Market Stand

Locally Sourced Farm-to-Table Trio-Salad Bar

• Farro Salad (V, GF) – Asparagus, Shiitake Mushrooms, Peas, Sliced Radishes, Roasted Garlic Vinaigrette
• Summer Georgia Peach Salad (Veg, GF, N) – Butter Lettuce, Grilled Peaches, Blue Cheese, Candied Pecans, Strawberries, Poppy Seed Dressing
• Garden Salad (V, GF) – Black Forest Blend of Lentils and Beans, Mini Roasted Vegetables, Crisp Lettuce, Green Goddess Dressing

Georgia on My Mind

Served with Buttermilk Biscuits, Whipped Butter

• Pecan-Crusted Chicken Breast – Rooftop Honey, Bourbon Jus
• Braised Beef Short Ribs (GF) – Braised Cipollini Onions, Fig-Balsamic Demi-Glace
• Chef’s Choice Seasonal Vegetable (V, GF) – Green Beans
• Three Cheese Mac (Veg) – Toasted Parmesan-Parsley Breadcrumbs

Poke Bar (Custom, Chef-Attended)

• Protein Options: Spicy Tuna (GF), Sesame Beef (GF), Crispy Tofu (V)
• Additions (GF, V): Cucumber Salad, Mango, Avocado, Green Onions, Sushi Rice, Crispy Won-Ton Strips
• Toppings (GF, Veg): Sriracha Aioli, Garlic Pepper Aioli, Thai Chili Sauce

Sweet Endings

• Butterscotch Pot de Creme Dessert Shooter (GF, Veg) – Ganache, Caramel, Chocolate Shavings, Caramel Corn
• Key Lime Tartlet (Veg) – Key Lime Curd, Toasted Meringue
• Crème Brûlée Tartlet (Veg) – Fresh Berries, Shortbread Crust
• White Chocolate-Raspberry Cheesecake Bites (Veg) – Oreo Crust
• Double Chocolate Brownie (GF, N, V, Veg)

From first bite to final cheers, this World of Coke event showcased the full Proof of the Pudding experience: creative, culinary-forward, and always guest-focused.