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The most talked about event of this year will likely be the royal wedding of Prince William and his lovely bride to be Kate Middleton.  All happening on the 29th of this month this very exclusive, all inclusive event has been on the lips of many over the previous months.

Imagining your own wedding right now? Wouldn’t you like to have your own Royal Wedding, filled with the same luxurious foods, colors and ambiance of which all your guests will talk about for years to come?

We can help you make it happen, with our highly qualified staff. We will take care of your every need and treat you like the royalty you are. Just talk with our Event Planners to get started today.

 

 

 

Be treated like royalty for one day, ask about our exclusive royal wedding package and let us see what we can do for you.

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You are an elegant and sophisticated couple but you have a mind for something new and exciting for your day. Something personal that speaks to” who you are” but offers you a day that can get your guests to relax and completely enjoy themselves. A Picnic Wedding may be the best direction. An alternative to the traditional or flow reception, the Picnic Wedding offers you an option that can truly make your day, a very memorable one.

 

 

Picture it, a grassy field, a setting anyone could enjoy that brings you back to the good old days. Custom blankets in your bridesmaids colors lay out before you adorned by Floral Displays on small custom tables at every site. Servers tending to you as though it were a formal sit-down dinner, but the kids can come, run around , and so can the adults. Seated on your blanket, you will enjoy the luxury of the Seated Dinner Service, but have the laid back mentality of your childhood. Set up a lemonade bar to complete the vision, offer seating for Mom & Dad, Grandparents too but the mass of your guests will be completely emerged in a throw-back that will excite and delight children of all ages.

 

 

 

 

Every Guest satiated, we move to the big dance. Stand and walk to a clearing set with the dance floor and resplendent with twinkling lights that dress the day like fireflies. You wanted something completely unique, you wanted something to allow all of your guests to let their hair down but still enjoy the finer things. Do yourself a favor and paint this picture for your day- you will not be disappointed!

 

 

 

The Abbey would love to help you have the perfect picnic wedding, bringing you back to a memorable time when things were simple and carefree but with a classically luxurious feel.

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The Abbey Catering is running a promotional special at La Jolla’s newest Venue… Cuvier Club.  If you select The Abbey Catering as your caterer or event design company, The Abbey Catering will include up to 150 mahogany chiavari chairs with white cushions complimentary for your reception.

Please feel free to contact Rob Leszewski directly at (619)204-1192 or rob@theabbeycatering.com to take advantage of this wonderful special or for any more information.  We’ve got plenty more to offer and please feel free to mention this blog posting for an extra discount on your custom proposal as well.

We’re always running specials and discounts to better accommodate, and currently we’re also offering them for preferred venues.  Just give me a call or email and I’ll be sure to do my best.  Thanks in advance!!!

 

The Abbey would love to help you add more elegance to your already beautiful day with our signature Chiavari chairs, ask the team for details.
 

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San Diego Botanic Garden and The Abbey are giving one lucky couple the chance to win the wedding of their dreams, valued at over $11,000, at their Valentine’s Day event held at the beautiful venue.

On February 14, 2011, San Diego Botanic Garden will host a one-of-a-kind romantic evening, where couples can enjoy a sunset stroll through the Garden, complete with special touches including champagne, hors d’oeuvres, cake, chocolate, flowers, music, a professional photo for each couple, photo booth and more. Couples will have the chance to win a special all-inclusive wedding worth over $11,000 simply by buying tickets to this romantic event.

The winning wedding package includes:

• Use of the SDBG Lawn House Garden for a Wedding/Reception for up to 50 guests with tables and chairs

• A full hot catered lunch provided by The Abbey Catering & Event Design

• Photography provided by Glenn Currie Photography

• Flowers provided by Kathy Wright and Co.

• Videography provided by D.J. Randy

• Disc Jockey provided by D.J. Randy

• Wedding Cake provided by VG Bakery

• Ceremony Officiating provided by Pastor David Plank

… and more!

Tickets cost $50 per couple. There are limited tickets available, so be quick! Tickets must be purchased by noon, February, 11, 2011 via PayPal at www.SDBGarden.org/valentines.htm or by calling 760 436-3036 x224 with a credit card.

Click here to find out more about the San Diego Botanic Garden’s Valentines giveaway, and to see a glimpse of this beautiful venue.

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Rushing waterfalls, blooming scenery and lush bamboo groves set the scene for the exotic wedding ceremony  at San Diego Botanical Gardens. The bride, groom and their 200 close friends and family got to share this beautiful occasion in a breathtaking setting. Tucked away into corners of the gardens were romantic details; pictures of the happy couple throughout their courtship, a photo printing station so that guests received instant memories of the special day and a sign-in book where they wished the loved-up pair future happiness. The all-inclusive package meant a stress free day for the bride and groom and allow them to focus, enjoy, and relish their special day. This striking jewel-toned themed wedding was highlighted by a gourmet 3 tiered cake from Baby Cakes, classic hairstyles and flawless make-up by Leland, the talented and trained eye of videographer Tareq, skilled creative photographer Deb Shields, and extraordinary flowers by Artquest Florist. Wine from the family vineyard made the day even more memorable and beautifully complimented the Mediterranean styled dinner prepared by highly trained Abbey Catering chefs. Family and friends rounded off the evening dancing under the stars to the sounds of the Matt Yeakley band and DJ Alex Trumbo. Everyone was left aglow with the magic of the evening and memories that will last a lifetime.

For more info on this fabulous outdoor venue, please feel free to contact us here with any questions we can help you answer.

Photos courtesy of  Deb Shields Photography

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As long-time friends embraced amidst the Lavender Star Flowers and Jerusalem Sage, champagne and home-made wine flowed freely from the bamboo bar in the Herb Garden during cocktail hour.  Eggplant Fritters, home-made hummus on warmed pita and Coconut Crusted Golden Shrimp tickled the taste-buds of elated guests as they strolled arm-in-arm down dirt and cobbled paths of the San Diego Botanical Gardens.

Last Saturday, as the coastal haze provided a welcomed break from the afternoon sun, Jennifer and Johnathan celebrated with 175 of their closest friends and family in the simply breathtaking surroundings.

To an onlooker, it was as if this dinner reception took place in The Secret Garden.  Light-blue twinkle lights accented the garden at sunset as guests indulged in citrus marinated chicken (in a white-wine beurre blanc), Chianti-braised Black Angus Beef, citrus-infused Basmati rice with bay leaves and perfectly sauteed seasonal veggies.

After dinner, tables were cleared and guests boogied the night away to hip and modern mixes spun by the bride and groom’s chosen DJ, occasionally taking a break to enjoy the home-made cookies provided by the bride and groom or a slice (or two) of the 3 tiered red velvet and blood orange wedding cake.

Contact us here to find out more about holding your special event at the San Diego Botanical Gardens, or any other of our breathtaking preferred venues.

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