Unique Stations: S’mores

There are so many delicious sweets out that there, that it can sometimes be tricky to hone in on one goodie for your guests. One of our favorites is a S’mores Station for several reasons… 1. You have an excuse to build a fire or you can use a fire pit if that is deemed [...]

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Unique Stations: Tiddly Bar

In celebration of St. Patrick’s day I have decided to feature one of my favorite stations, the Tiddly Bar, its two main ingredients are ice cream and alcohol, sometimes it has the added bonus of a maraschino cherry. What’s not to love? We set up the station on one of our hi-bars, with the blenders [...]

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Cupcakes, Cupcakes and More Cupcakes!

What’s not to love about cupcakes? They’re dainty, adorable, and so delicious! Not only are they fabulous, but quickly becoming the new trend at weddings and can be a great way to add a personal, creative touch to this little dessert. Some ideas are to incorporate fall flavors such as: pumpkin nut, praline pecan, or [...]

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Epting Events’ Menus 101

If you’re in the early stages of wedding planning or have been planning for a while and purposely putting off the sometimes daunting task of choosing your caterer and food; let me see if I can help. First, you need to decide your catering budget. Then picture your event, and see what comes to mind… [...]

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Unique Station: Martha Stewart Station

A Martha Stewart Station is the perfect way to serve refreshments to your guests during outdoor, wedding ceremonies. The station generally has lightly sweetened ice tea, homemade lemonade and chilled water. Guests are invited to take a cooling refreshment before the ceremony. The station has a beverage attendant to provide prompt service for guests. We [...]

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Groom’s Cakes: Unleashing Creativity

Groom’s cakes are an old southern tradition, where the bride surprises the groom. The cake used to only be served at rehearsal dinners or as a favor to guests leaving the wedding. Now, it is being served at the same time as the wedding cake. In the past, groom’s cakes were seen as a good [...]

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Look Ahead: Groom’s Cake

Creative Ideas for the Groom’s Cake… Coming Friday

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Having Trouble on What to do for a Favor? Donate to a Cause in Your Community or Abroad

Wedding favors have been around for centuries. French and Italian aristocrats began the tradition by giving their guests a bonbenniere, a small porcelain box with sweets insides, at the end of a party. Now, in 2010, favors are still a big part of weddings. Brides put hours of thought and effort to come up with [...]

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Whimsical Trays

A fun Friday post….Having a music themed party or event, or is the groom-to-be a huge music lover? Check out these pictures from a recent party of ours using old records on the passed hors d’oeuvres trays. Guests loved them, and it’s a nice change from your regular old passing tray. Who’s records would you [...]

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Lucy + Jim

Here it is! Thanks for waiting… Lucy and Jim’s wedding was held at Tucker Plantation, with the ceremony outside, and the reception held inside the barn. The feel of this venue could be considered “classically funky”. They used fabrics and linens from Hable Construction to create an updated signature look with the same bright colors that [...]

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