They don’t just groom you for weddings either….whether its a night on the town, or a photo shoot, they come to you in the privacy of your own home and they even do spray tanning, which drys instantly, doesn’t smell, changes the topical layer of your skin so you actually tan underneath…It goes on easy, sets in 15 minutes, and last 6-12 days. And it actually feels good during the process….what can you say to that guys? But don’t worry gents, they can also do woman too. Its 100% confidential, and in a totally comfortable atmosphere. And ladies if your reading this, now he has no reason to not look his best, as PROJECT – M grooms his physique and relaxes both mind and spirit making sure you both look your best for your pictures.
Last but not least, and this is the best part, you can get all your grooms and brides-maids done too!

Project M has different packages to cater to all your needs, and it’s part of The Abbey’s All Inclusive Package.

Contact us here to find out more about The Abbey’s All Inclusive Package options.

A wedding reception at MoPA catered by the Abbey Catering for wedding guests.

The Museum of Photographic Arts, located in the heart of Balboa Park in San Diego, is a favorite venue to house a wedding reception for couples such as Kristie and Jarold.  With room enough to hold about 200 guests and access to an open patio for cocktails before dinner, guests get private access to the many beautiful exhibits that pass through this historical building.  There is also access to a photo booth for fun pictures with the guests and a widescreen projector to share photos and other fun life experiences.  The Museum is one of many preferred venues of the Abbey Catering.  This couple and their guests were treated to a lovely cocktail hour with drinks while servers walked around with trays of delicious appetizers consisting of sauteed chicken skewers, hummus on fresh pita bread, coconut shrimp and the favorite ahi on cucumber slices.  Then followed dinner and dancing with a DJ provided as part of their wedding package selected through the Abbey.  As the sun set over the park, the guests completed their memorable experience as Kristie and Jarold departed to begin their honeymoon as a couple now bound as one.

Let one of our Preferred Venues bring beloved memories and joyful smiles to your next celebration…

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…

Britt Scripps Inn wedding catering venue and party planning spot.

RSVP Robert(Wedding Planner/Event Coordinator) 1-866-535-8949 ext 728

The Abbey Catering

RSVP to the event now by clicking ahead and get complimentary engagement photos….

Event Design wedding decoration for San Diego wedding.

The Abbey is absolutely the best catering and event design company in the region.  My fiance and I chose the Abbey after doing a bunch of research, and we have not been disappointed!  We booked their wedding package, and went in for our food tasting today.  Everything was marvelous!  Matt, the chef, created an amazing assortment of dishes for our big day, and everything was delicious.  I loved the appetizer selections and main course choices – they were so different from traditional wedding cuisine.  We ended up choosing a bunch of different appetizers for the cocktail hour, including ceviche that will be served from a martini tree.  For dinner, Matt suggested (which we loved) that we go with stations.  I am super excited about the shrimp mac&cheese station.  The sample was hands down the best gourmet mac&cheese we have ever had.  I was a bit picky in telling them what I wanted, and the Abbey Catering and Event Design created the perfect meal.  Our wedding isn’t until September, but I am so looking forward to the real thing in a few months!  Everyone is so helpful at the Abbey and I have enjoyed working with their entire team.   — from client posted review 4/19/2011

We do what we know and that seems to be working for us and our clients and we know food best click ahead  and get scheduled for your tasting….

San Diego Event Wedding Couple Thank You Letter

Dear Abbey,

I cannot thank you enough for helping David and I to create the most perfect wedding, EVER!

When I first contacted The Abbey, I thought all the services you offered seemed too good to be true. In reality, you went well above and beyond what was promised, and you are the reason my friends and family are still raving about our perfect wedding!  Finding you was like winning the Lottery!

When we purchased our complete wedding package from you, I didn’t fully realize the exceptional value of the services we were getting.  Not only was the food absolutely to die for, but each and every vendor you helped us choose far exceeded all of our expectations.  A man is measured by the company he keeps, and you certainly keep the company of some quality people.  Everybody we worked with on the wedding was amazing.

DJ Neko had the party rocking from the start, and even the “old folks” were happy with his tasteful music choices!  We will continue to seek him out at places like The Altitude Bar and other venues.  I can’t give enough accolades to photographer Michelle Zuniga, whose photos are just stunning.  She perfectly captured our personalities and our love for one another, and we felt like she was a dear old friend who was there to help us celebrate.  Flour Power’s cake caused a bit of an uproar, because it was so tasty that everybody tried to scramble for seconds.  I’ll be gong back to James and Flour Power for my mom’s birthday cake later this month.  Oh, and speaking of flowers, Anar Floral created the perfect bridal bouquets and centerpieces for our beach-themed wedding, and we couldn’t have been happier.  They did exactly what they said they’d do.

The greatest value that the Abbey provided us, though, was you, my wedding planner.  When I contacted you on the 8th of January for a February 25th wedding, you weren’t even fazed. You took the burden of planninng an entire wedding in just 45 days off of my shoulders and placed it on your own, giving me the opportunity to concentrate on my dress, the guest list and those other time-consuming and stressful details.  You are such a superstar.  From the moment I emailed you at the Abbey, all my worries were over.  Thank you, Abbey, for being our wedding planner, our hero, and our friend.  You ROCK!  We cannot wait to have another occasion to use the Abbey’s excellent service again.

Thank you, Abbey!

All our best,

David and Nancy Salisbury

We work hard for you so that you don’t have to and when a client expresses their gratitude it makes our day even better click ahead  and get started on your big day, Nancy would recommend it….

The original Abbey built for royal ceremonies, events, weddings and other parties.

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?

Just one of many choices to decorate your wedding cake prepared by our favorite catering vendors.

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.

This couple brought an amazing twist to a special day not only for theme but to friends and guests as well!! Working with the deaf community, her wedding was catered with interpreters for the deaf. The wedding ceremony, toast, and dance were catered with interpreters for all guests to love, cherish, and enjoy. It was truly remarkable and left a spot for softness in all guests’ hearts.

Neatly designed wedding cake by food caterer to fit your gourmet desires.

Table setting for wedding ceremony created by catering and event planning staff.

Getting married? Then get event planners to create your wedding reception.

Each table had center pieces of three foot vases designed by Artquest Florists. The vases were filled with floating lemons and a beautiful arrangement of yellow, white, and red roses bursting from the top, while full bloom pussy willows wept enchantment over the table. Held at the La Jolla Women’s Club, the reception provided a perfect pinch of elegance and spring class!

Flower arrangements vary in size, shape and color but each has its own aura of elegance and beauty.  Click ahead and share you ideas for  flower arrangements and event designs….

A wedding sea breeze

The Nelson Wedding was a one of a kind wedding with nothing routine about it. On March 26th the Nelson party gathered at Ocean View Villas in San Diego, California for the wedding of Kelda and Erick.  The bride and groom wanted a real casual, fun, social wedding, that was different from your typical traditional wedding. This allowed us to get creative and really have some fun with the design. There was not any assigned seating at this wedding and instead we choose to use lounge furniture and belly bar tables to provide spots for the guests to hang out, lounge, and have a good time. There were tables and chairs for some guests, but the idea was not to force people to be sitting down the whole wedding, which gave the wedding a great vibe and guests had an awesome time. This wedding is an example of what we as a company can provide to those who choose to stray from the “typical wedding”; not that there is anything wrong with the ”typical wedding”, but it is not for everyone.

Served ocean crisp

After the wedding we jumped right into our cocktail hour and provided our guests with some of our signature appetizers and drinks. We then prepared for the grand entrance and shortly after The newly wed’s family and friends were treated to 3 dinner stations: Our custom “SHAKEN NOT STIRRED,  SALAD STATION.” Our “TASTE OF HOME” station including Chianti-Braised Short Ribs with a Red-wine DemiGlace, Rosemary Scented and Parmesan Mashed Potatoes and Grilled Market Vegetable Garnish. The “TASTE OF THE ORIENT” station with Marinated, grilled, sliced chicken breast, Buckweat soba noodles/With Garlic Soy Reduction Pan Roasted Summer Vegetables/Button Mushrooms/Thai Peppers/Onions served in Chinese TOGO boxes with Individual Chopsticks. After dinner the newly weds cut their Norwegian cake and we opened up the DESSERT STATION with Individual Creme Brulee’s topped with fresh blueberries.

Typical is not how we do things at the Abbey, and we know you don’t want a typical wedding, click ahead and make your wedding unique to you…

tree with fruit infused champagne

You are such  true professionals. You made every idea I had about the wedding come true and exceeded every expectation I had.  Every time we spoke, you made me feel like I was the only bride you had as a client even though I know you were always in high demand! You genuinely cared about our wedding and went to every length to ensure our satisfaction.  I cannot express my thanks to you enough; you honestly gave us perfection.The entire Abbey experience was amazing.  Every single person that had a hand in our wedding made it as special as if it were their own.  I felt so calm and confident knowing that every detail was taken care of by the Abbey staff.  I can honestly say that I was never “stressed” about any part of the wedding planning or the actual day because of the trust I had in the Abbey and the vendors I had chosen.  It is clear that everyone takes pride in their work and is shows in every wedding they do.  So thank you to Robert, Rob,  Arturo, Randy, Blake, Tande, Babycakes and all the service professionals for making our day perfect.

With warmest regards

We really enjoy making people happy…whether planning events, and weddings or just taking care of the little things…At The Abbey you’ll never have to sweat the small stuff…

Robert Battoe

Brides & Grooms recently engaged…the planning has begun. What is the first thing you do?  The dress, venue, catering?   No, the first order of business is to come up a realistic budget. I often tell my brides that this is a project in itself and certainly, a learning experience. With a show of hands, how many have planned a wedding before?  Ummm….i see!  Well, standards in the industry are constantly changing so what is the best method of determining an accurate budget? First things first, what is the number one most important thing to you that you will not waiver on? Answer that and then make a list of all of the elements to your design and vendors you want to see present i.e. florist, cake, photography, catering. Research that list and come up with 3 options per and then investigate their products. I say 3 because any more will overwhelm. For the photography, for example , we will need to get an estimate on everything you want from engagement photos to extra per hour charges from each candidate. Use the internet to read their reviews. Everybody has happy client testimonials but don’t neglect Yelp.  Be confident when asking for the bottom line and estimated additional costs. I offer my clients the opportunity to review their other proposals, and often they are not itemized and spelled out fully when they are reviewing them.  Find someone with a passion for what they do. Is that a personal plug?  Yes! I have references and I’m not afraid to use them . I’m of the Miracle On 34TH Street mind-set and if the Abbey’s not the best choice, I will tell you and offer you suggestions on what might be the best fit for your aesthetic or budget. This is an important day to you, and to me. Let’s make it the best it can be!

The Abbey would love to help you have the perfect picnic wedding, if you need help or tips and preparing your budget, our Team is more than happy to help you.

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!!!

Table with White Chavari Chairs

Chavari Chairs in Mohagany

Gold Chavari Chairs with white cushions

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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I just wanted to give a quick run-down of what you can come to expect upon confirming with The Abbey Catering & Event Design Co. -First and foremost you should have had a wonderful experience with your Salesperson and he/she should have made themselves available to you at your convenience with quick and efficient responses to any questions or revisions you might have had via email or phone. -After confirming with 25% deposit and signing of the initial proposal, on or before your wonderful customized Tasting, we continue moving on to the next steps.  Please note that you’re initial proposal “never” ends up being the same as when your wedding/event takes place.  We make sure that two week’s before the event; your correct guest count, rentals, etc. are all accounted for so that you only pay for what you’re expecting, not what you originally agreed upon +/- 12 months before the event itself.  Our Director of Special Events will be contacting you within one week of your confirmation for a complimentary Design Consultation and to discuss any additional needs as necessary. -From there the Abbey Team, will introduce you to your Coordinator and/or Event Captain as your primary contact.  Your Coordinator or Event Captain will be available with unlimited telephone and email correspondence throughout the process and most importantly, be the person there on-site on your event day. Basically, that’s our standard procedure with no compromises made, but it can’t be said enough that you are more than welcome, even encouraged, to contact your Salesperson, Coordinator, or Event Captain with any questions you might have throughout.  We’re certainly all here to ensure that you feel taken care of your expectations are ALWAYS being met.

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.

Del Mar Powerhouse Outdoor Ceremony

Del Mar Powerhouse Outdoor Ceremony

Toast to a lovely new union.

Off to the honeymoon in style.

A healthy bride is an organized bride.

As the months turn into weeks and the weeks turn into days, the time remaining before a bride gets married shrinks at an exponential rate as the big day arrives.  There is always something on the “To Do” list that has to take priority.  Usually as things get pushed down the list, exercise gets pushed down the furthest at times.  Which in a way can makes things worse.  The Abbey Blog has been focusing for weeks now on things a bride to be can do to keep up a healthy fitness program on the road to her nuptials.  In those posts we have been focusing on different exercises, diets and regimes that will help you prepare.  But one thing that can get overlooked in regards fitness is Time Management.  Time Management can be crucial to the success or failure of any fitness program.  If enough time is not set aside for the program, it will fail.  But just setting aside time to exercise doesn’t equal success.  Proper time, the right time or quality time is critical.  A completely stressed out, hurried routine will not have the same benefit that a relaxed, enjoyed workout can provide.  In addition to that, the cool down time is not as effective because filled with worries of what needs to get done next.  And don’t even get me started with what stressed out sleep is like.

So having a good Time Management system in place can do wonders for your fitness program in helping you get the best out of what you do when you exercise.  Almost without exception, brides today are organized.  From Day Planners, to Google Calendars, to Smartphones…today’s women are organized.  But even with all those productivity apps on your phone, the amount to get done exceeds the time available.  That is where The Abbey comes in to help.  Not only will our consultants years of experience help, but those years of experience come with years of contacts and connections.  The San Diego wedding industry is massive and navigating it can be quite tricky.  We have a wide selection of vendors that we are proud to work with.  We are on a number of Venue’s Preferred Caterer Lists and are partners with The La Jolla Woman’s Club in beautiful historic La Jolla, California.  Another time saver and stress reducer…All Inclusive Wedding Packages.  The Abbey Catering & Event Design is the only San Diego company to offer a true All Inclusive Wedding Package.  With an Abbey Package, everything is covered.  The venue, food, beverages, photographer, videographer, flowers, music, coordination, officiant, limo….even the honeymoon at our luxury condo in Maui if desired.  We can make all the stress of meeting with dozens of people disappear.  And having a single source of contact can create a wealth of time for the more important things leading up to your wedding, like a fitness program.

Please feel free to contact any one of our wedding and event consultants here for more information.

Different types of netting add full flexibility of choice to the bride, with the French net adding a softer, lace look and the Russian net appearing bolder, with more defined fabrics used. The high-fashion styles feature embellished details on the netting, and look great with added feather flower fastener.

Birdcage veils have made big news in Hollywood, with celebrities such as Madonna, Drew Barrymore and Reese Witherspoon all admitting to be fans of the style. The trend is said to be a spin-off from the tea-length wedding gown, although we love the veil in its own right because it is unique, fun and it certainly turns heads at any ceremony. The accents on the fasteners remind us of the statement jewelry trend happening at the moment, and with gown fashions becoming more princess-like and romantic, this is a beautiful way to modernize a classic look with style.

We here at The Abbey are seeing quite a bit of  both worlds in the brides we have been working with lately.  There is  a great love of the classic aspects of a ceremony and reception.  But with most of the younger brides, adding little personal touches that are a little different from the norm seems to be exact what the bride ordered.

To get more modern trends in wedding decor, ceremony styles and reception themes, visit us over at The Abbey to find out more.

Modern Dress & Veil Ideas