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Sunday August 8th belonged to

our special bride and groom.

This fairytale ceremony and

reception was held at the

Coronado Community Center.

Within thirty minutes we

completed an extravagant sit

down dinner for 200 guests.

The entire wedding was very

traditional with colors of gold

and champagne. The clear and

gold crystals accentuated the

gold linens and added extra

class to this dream come true

wedding. The candle lit tables

made for a truly romantic

evening.

The floral arrangements

complimented the bridal

party’s sun kissed yellow

gowns. Just like any fairytale,

the day would not have been

complete without the horse

and carriage for pictures.

I was truly privileged to take

part of this wonderful day and

am sure the bride and groom

will live happily ever after!

We would love to help you plan

your upcoming wedding at this

wonderful venue.  Contact us

here for more information

about this amazing facility.

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On a picturesque day in Del Mar, California, the beaming bride and groom tied the knot at the Del Mar Powerhouse.  The sun glittered over the waves and a cool breeze blew as the two exchanged the vows time has woven into their relationship.

During cocktail hour, guests celebrated the union with a champagne toast and appetizers that included tri-colored bruschetta, mini beef Wellington and chicken satay.   Guests were welcomed into the dining room where they were greeted with the couple’s own take on the traditional pre-set Abbey Signature Salad including leafy greens, caramelized walnuts, fresh strawberries and dressed with a raspberry vinaigrette.

Dinner was a home-style dual presented entree that included panko crusted Tilapia, braised superior Angus beef, truffled cream cheese  garlic mashed potatoes, seasonal veggies and perfectly seasoned risotto to which the guests were hungrily obliged.

The new couple danced the night away and decided on a kiss and a cupcake for dessert.  A perfect end to a wonderful day!

We look forward to providing you with the same exquisite day in the near future by contacting us here.

Photos courtesy of Julie Buchta Davis Photography

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On Friday, the sixth of August, The La Jolla Woman’s Club was transformed into a beautiful seaside escape. With green moss balls swaying from a large picturesque tree in the courtyard guests were welcomed to their cocktail hour. As the Abbey servers delivered mouth watering hors d’oeuvres to each individual guest, they couldn’t help but smile and reach for seconds. Dinner was especially delightful thanks to a menu created specially by the bride and groom. With Mojito Chicken and Lemongrass Tilapia, you could be sure that all palettes were pleased this evening.   FlourPower made this couple’s night even more memorable by creating an original cupcake master piece. Each individual cupcake held a handmade sugar seashell blanketed by aqua blue frosting. Yum!  Nothing compliments dessert more than a fabulous European Espresso from EuroBar.  As the lights went dim the party started to heat up. The DJ, who was also a friend of the bride and grooms, spun mixes that had guests on their toes the entire night. The bride was not afraid to hike up her dress and bust out her moves when joining their guest in celebration.  As the clock neared the final hour the guest were pleased to all have been invited to an extended party nearby. Wow! What a night to remember.

As the Preferred caterer at the La Jolla Woman’s Club, The Abbey Catering & Event Design is proud to bring you the best La Jolla Wedding ever.

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It surely was a day to remember for the nearly 100 guests that

attended this special occasion . The ceremony took place at

Calumet Park in La Jolla. With the amazing ocean view in the

background, there was hardly a dry eye to be found.   The

marvelous wedding reception was held at the elegant La Jolla

Woman’s Club nearby. This lovely couple chose our All Inclusive

Wedding Package which included The Abbey limo, delightful cup

cakes from FlourPower, one of the kind photographer Tande

from Studio D,  Best Beverage Bar Service, up lights that set the

amazing tone for the entire evening, Artquest Florist, hair and

makeup, Deluxe Euro Coffee Bar and of course digital camera docking station. The digital camera docking station is provided

with each wedding package and just keeps getting more and

more popular. Guests can mingle with the camera and capture

special moments.  Then taking the  photos to the docking station

to print to take home a keepsake from the day. This wonderful

scrap book provided by our client only highlights just a portion

of this remarkable event. We were able to upgrade the couple’s

rentals to our very high end Chiavari chairs that added extra

class and elegance to the reception. We were more than

delighted by the many compliments from the guests and we

wish the newlyweds a bright and happy future together!

We would love to make your wedding just as memorable. If you

have any questions, ideas or themes you would like to discuss

about your upcoming wedding, give us a call, email or contact

us here. We can help with finding the right venue for you needs

but balanced with you budget. We can point you in the right

direction when starting to look at vendors and the services

they offer. We can even show you how one of our All Inclusive

Wedding Packages can save you time , money and headache

and still make you special day wow all in attendance.

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Each week in San Diego, I serve as event captain for a wedding I fall in love with.  Last week, as I busied myself preparing for the soon-to-be Mr. and Mrs. Bednar, I relished once again, the idea of being part of such a quirky, hip, wonderful couple’s happy day.  From the regal Calla lilies that stood audaciously in 3ft cubes vases over black and white satin linens at each table, to the delicate moss balls that hovered from a giant oak, dancing above deliriously happy guests.

The hopeful couple marked their special day in front of the beautifully famous La Jolla Woman’s Club fountain. Each guest was given a stone and asked to take part in a special ceremony, each stone holding wishes and blessings for the couple who, up to this point, have led separate lives and will now live happily united as one.

Glasses full of spirited cocktails, cucumber water, beer and wine were raised in celebration as the freshly minted Mr. and Mrs. Bednar greeted each guest during cocktail hour and dinner.  As ambrosial appetizers such as Ahi Poke and mini Beef Wellington teased the taste-buds of hungry guests, the chefs were busy preparing the much anticipated Salmon en Croute, Chianti Braised Black Angus Beef, and my personal favorite, Truffle Rosemary Garlic Cream Cheese Mashed Potatoes.

The rest of the evening unfolded seamlessly and 184 full-bellied guests danced the night away in celebration of the happy couple and this wonderful day we were all blessed to be a part of.  The Abbey wishes you both the best.  Contact us here for more information about The Club or any preferred venue in San Diego.

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The first sunny day  in a month in Del Mar was the perfect gift for Tonya & Rich on their wedding day.The Del Mar Powerhouse was completely transformed by our Abbey team to delight guests. The tone was set with a casual, lounge-style ceremony. Tonya was beautiful in her dress & Rich dashing in his tuxedo. Everybody enjoyed the outdoor garden with some of the Abbey’s finest appetizers, complimented by our couples signature Pink Lemon Drop Cocktail, yummy! Ushered in and seated, our guests were then treated to a dramatic grand entrance down the stairwell straight into a sweetly perfect first dance. Dinner service was smooth and Rich and Ted , the best man, took a quick break to walk down to the beach with our bride riding high on a surfboard. Then the night was in full swing, toasts , dancing, and children running and laughing. Tonya and Rich, your friends and family were wonderful- my very best to you and the girls as you embark on your next journey.

Happy Honeymooning!

Contact us here about how you can plan your seaside outdoor ceremony at the Del Mar Powerhouse or any other Abbey Preferred Venue.

Photos by Julia Buchta Davis Photography

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Hiking in the sand down to beach was no problem for the groom and his entourage, who all sported “flip flops” and elegant tuxedos!  The bride and her bridesmaids looked cool and elegant as well, however they chose chic footwear  for the ceremony and “comfy shoes” for later.   (We girls do love our shoes!)

The reception was held at Levyland, a magnificent private residence nestled into the lagoons of Carlsbad.This stunning 6,000 sq ft home, located on a three acre private peninsula, offers a unique combination of privacy, open space, ocean and lagoon views , and inspired architecture.  Guests enjoyed cocktails and appetizers from 2 outside decks with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean on the west and beautiful valleys on the east.

Dinner was served in the lovely East Garden where elegant tables were dressed in classic black and white. The exquisite florals found throughout the entire day were provided by San Diego’s own, Exquisite Blooms.  Each guest was greeted with a chilled split of champagne at their place setting.  It wasn’t long after dinner and champagne, that the dancing began and guests mingled and shared stories.  A traditional wedding cake was provided but miniature cupcakes, from the exceptionally talented Sweet Cheeks Baking Company, also were on the menu to keep things fun and playful.  And to accommodate Many memories were made on this magical night.

Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Donovan and thank you choosing The Abbey Catering to be a part of it!  We were very proud and honored to work with Courtney Tibbets of AfterTheEngagement.com.  Best Wishes from The Entire Staff!

We would love to help plan your wedding at the wonderful Levyland in Carlsbad, San Diego. Please get in touch with us so we can talk here.

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This loving couple started their journey of being married to one another at the La Jolla Darlington House on Saturday July 31th. The ceremony and reception were decorated with deep purple and delicate white linens. After the “I Do’s” were said, the night began with a full sit down meal served to all 130 guests. Everyone was very pleased with the efficient and orderly superb service. For dinner we served our highly desired Citrus Marinated Chicken, cooked to perfection and finished in Champagne, fresh herb and light cream sauce. The duel entrée was completed by Black Angus New York Strip rubbed with sea salt, fresh herbs and stuffed with garlic and seasoning carved for each guest according to their temperature liking. The unique colors and ambiance created by the music was a heartwarming experience for both, the special couple and their guests. As guests partied at the end of the night there was a feeling of pure love and joy in the rose garden, where the wedding nuptials had taken place.

As one of The Darlington House’s Preferred Caterers, we can make you wedding spectacular anytime of year.  Contact one of our professional consultants here today!

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On a picture perfect day the bride and groom tied the knot at the beautiful Coronado Community Center.  Though the  ceremony was performed at the Hotel Del, the entire bridal party made their way to the beautifully decorated outdoor patio at the CCC for the real festivities.  The bay view was the backdrop for cocktail and appetizers.  Blue paper lanterns were swinging in the breeze and added a magical touch to the scene.

To add a personal touch to the occasion, the guests names were painted on sand dollars and displayed in sandboxes to help everyone find their tables.  The Nautilus room was lovely in blue, silver and white with spectacular flower arrangements on each table.  Each guest had a delicious lemon flavored cookie in the shape of a sand dollar at their place setting.

It might be one of those little details that get over looked by most, but The  Abbey Catering  works very hard to work with clients to help make sure that the wedding they have envisioned is the wedding that they enjoy on their special day.  We would love to make your day just as special. Contact us here for details.

We congratulate the B & G and thank them for letting us be a part of their special day!

Photos Courtesy of Darin Fong Photography

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A ceremony on the beautiful beach at the Hotel Del in Coronado can be one of the most unique and memorable weddings imaginable in San Diego.  The lovely bride and groom said their I Do’s and were then whisked away to the Coronado Community Center for a magical reception be the waterfront. With over 200 guests, the venue was filled yet retained an intimate atmosphere all evening.  For Catering, the attendees enjoyed a flow reception,  with 4 different food stations to ensure everyone’s palette’s were satisfied to their hearts content. A Summer salad station served the delicious Abbey Signature Salad and Caesar salad in martini glasses. A  Baja Mexican station  accompanied by a Southern Style Station with fried chicken, gourmet white cheddar Mac & Cheese & Cajun coleslaw to give a variety to please everyone.. Last  but not least was the Protein Station serving Black Angus New York Strip with Abbey famous Southern Style Garlic Mashed Potatoes. Two different kinds of cakes and a chocolate fountain were the absolute  “cherry on the top” to close this tremendous feast.

Like many other Abbey couples,  these  newlyweds decided to take advantage of our All Inclusive Wedding Package and chose to Honeymoon in our  luxurious Maui Condo. This has always been a popular option in choosing the different package items.  We can wait to see some of the pictures from paradise.  We wish them the best on their new journey and the best of life,  today and in the days to come.

The Abbey Catering & Event Design would love to discuss some of the package options we have for your All Inclusive Wedding.  Contact us here to speak with one of our professional wedding consultants.

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