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Do Fetch Me Another Diamond Tiara
Posted by: Quinn
April 23rd, 2011 >> Events, Notes from the Director, Other, Promotions, Weddings
Make your event truly regal with The Abbey Catering & Event Design Co.
Buckingham Palace isn’t the only place in the world where one can say “Do fetch me another diamond tiara”, The Abbey can do that for you too, almost. In honor of the Royal Wedding of the decade, we are offering anyone name Kate or William a royal-getaway-for-two by providing them with our exclusive Maui penthouse for their own kingly pleasures.
Feeling blue-blooded? Check out some of our Royal Wedding ideas…
Thermohauser Thermo Boxes…Going Green!
Posted by: Quinn
April 22nd, 2011 >> Notes from the Director, Other, Trends
"Green" Thermo Boxes to save the environment.
Leading the event design and catering industry into a “green” friendly industry would be a nice label to have placed on us. This is the reason we have started using the Thermohauser Thermo Boxes for food transfer and storage. They are light weight, super durable and hold in both heat and cold well without requiring gasket change outs, thus being better for the environment. We’ve tried them out and we like them so we challenge the rest of the industry to do the same. Are you environmentally conscious and want your clients to know? Our clients know we do and they like our “green” colored attitudes. Are you “green” friendly, we are, using our services helps the environment…
Unique Event Furniture
Posted by: Chris Campbell
April 4th, 2011 >> Events, Notes from the Director, Other, Promotions, Trends
Event Design wedding decoration for San Diego wedding.
A great way to add to your event is to rent some unique furniture that goes with the a theme that you have chosen.
Lounge furniture with clean lines offers a contemporary feel, and now many companies are incorporating color into the buttons, piping, legs, so you can personalize it! A large white square ottoman with throw pillows and blankets are a great way to create a “cozy” feel.
Tufted couches are fantastic for many designs as well! For a vintage feel, try a velvet tufted couch or chaise in a rich color. For a shabby-chic feel, a fabulous overstuffed white or cream couch, even scour your friends and families houses and “borrow” it for the day (sometimes the cleaning bill is more econimical than renting PLUS it can be a better fit!). My favorite at the moment is using colorful adirondack chairs in the perimeter of your space, maybe outside in the garden or lawn. It makes an amazing and bold statement.
Use your imagination, you can never make your wedding too personal.
Event design is fun and makes your wedding photos look classy.
Even the simplest of details can make ordinary become extraordinary. Make your event have a little extra flare in it, click ahead and give us a taste of what flare you would add to your event…
A Greener Abbey in 2011
Posted by: Chris Campbell
March 23rd, 2011 >> From the Kitchen, Notes from the Director, Other, Promotions, Trends, Weddings
Feeling Eco-Conscience?
Birch Wood
For all of you Eco-conscience, earth friendly bride and grooms, or any one that cares about the planet and of leaving little or no carbon footprint, The Abbey Team wants to let you know that many of our Clients trends are moving towards a Greener , Lower Carbon Emission Event. The Abbey is Eco-Minded and offers these clients alternatives to customize their day and set their minds at ease. Two ways this is being facilitated are by recycling to reduce trash to landfills and using Eco-Friendly products on Event Site. Recycling makes sense regardless on your stance for climate change. From kitchen product to the bar, recyclables are separated and disposed of properly. It’s a small thing but it does make a difference. Eco-Friendly Products have been a trend for years and the Abbey has partnered with several companies so that we can offer these items to our clients. One popular new product is flatware made entirely of birch wood. They are sourced from sustainable forests and trees are replanted to account for loss. Prepared in a completely Carbon Neutral facility without any harsh products and sanitized by steam. Impress your friends with your care for the future by taking advantage of this and many other new options for your next Event. For an additional charge, your birch flatware can even be personalized with your logo. Go Green-Go Abbey!