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Lots and lots of white hydrangeas filled Amber and Jeff’s wedding day – sunshine and warm weather – it was truly beautiful. We met Amber and Jeff briefly at Jenn and Chris’ wedding in 2015, they were both in their wedding party and we had the pleasure of working with their family again for their […]

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October 20, 2017

It’s time for another series, remember our Seating Series from last fall (HERE, HERE and HERE) as well as our Bar Service Basics (HERE, HERE, HERE, and HERE) well it is time for Catering! Today is about planning the right food for the event. Photography credit – Jen Pecka  Serve the right food for the right event. Want […]

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October 19, 2017

When you get an initial email from a bride and she outlines this – – “My color scheme is ivory, pale blush pink, with small accents of gold. I love hydrangeas and would like those used predominantly in the bouquets, with maybe just a few rose accents.  I will be renting beautiful 8ft wooden farm […]

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October 12, 2017

Daytime weddings, Sunday weddings, Weekday weddings – Generally, people will probably drink a little less at these weddings, so round down your numbers. Get one case less than the calculations say to.   Self-Serve Bars – If your bar is self-serve, be prepared for people to pour large servings. Ditto if your bartender isn’t a pro. Wine […]

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October 9, 2017

WEDDING ALCOHOL CALCULATOR | As well as, some variations to consider. General rule of thumb: 4 glasses per bottle of wine; 18 shots per bottle of liquor; 165 glasses per keg For example, 100 guests 6 hours 600 servings – that is one serving per guest per hour. Modified Full Bar – 10 bottles of liquor, 120 bottles of […]

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October 3, 2017