You could skip the whole idea and run for cover before ever selecting a venue. Or you could plan for the outdoor wedding you’ve always wanted, but keep a plan B waiting in the wings if the weather doesn’t cooperate. Rain plans. No one likes them but they are a must. Don’t make the mistake of not […]

So wedding planning is underway, you’ve set a budget but things are really adding up quickly – here is a brief list of items so many couple’s don’t factor into their overall budget. postage wedding stationary (not just invitations) Audio at the ceremony lighting + generators tips + gratuity sales tax + service charges feeding […]

Your wedding ceremony may be all about you and your groom, but let’s be honest–the reception is all about showing your guests a great time. Of course, it should be a celebration to remember, for all of those in attendance, yourself included. But it’s quite possibly just as, if not more important that your guests […]

Ever wonder what kind of questions to ask your caterer besides general food questions? We’ve got you covered today with some frequently asked questions!   Questions to ask: What is the ratio of servers to guests? How will the servers be dressed? How is your pricing broken down (e.g. food, bar, cake-cutting, tax, gratuity)? NOTE: Usually tax […]

Here we are again, giving useful tips for catering costs! Are you ready? Catering costs are usually presented as “per-person” charges, sometimes abbreviated in wedding brochures as “pp” after the amount. But be aware—the per-person charge often doesn’t include everything: Tax and the gratuity (sometimes called the “service charge”) might be extra, and there may also be […]