Posts Tagged ‘floral’
Keys to a Fun Wedding Reception
Posted by: Chris Campbell
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- Fun photo props with a wandering photographer
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- A photobooth to capture memories
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- Fun signs or props to decorate your venue
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- Lounge furniture for guests after dinner
1) Plan some unexpected entertainment: Guests are accustomed to seeing the usual things, like the money dance and other wedding favorites; but why not surprise your guests with unique entertainment? One bride and groom wowed their guests with a fully choreographed tango dance, while another had a live band karaoke at their reception. One unique option is renting The Abbey’s one of a kind photo booth, full with silly props it can be a big hit at your reception. It is always a great hit among guests and can really jazz up your party.
2) Add a lounge to your reception: Sometimes guests get restless sitting at the dining tables and don’t really feel the need to shake their booty, so why not create a nice lounge space for guests to escape to? Renting a few couches or small pieces of furniture with some pillows in an area lit by candlelight really would add a level of class to your reception while maintaining a fun atmosphere. The Abbey Catering can help, we have great lounge pieces for any occasion.
3) Music, music, music: Whether you hire a band or one of The Abbey’s preferred DJs for entertainment, make sure you see eye to eye on the type of music they play. Songs like “The Macarena” and “The Chicken Dance” should really be outlawed. And bands normally take a break or two during the reception, so make sure they have something to play as backup during those times.
4) Kids are people too: It’s inevitable that children will be attending the wedding, so have a game plan to keep them entertained while the adults can have some quality time together. Hire a babysitter to watch over the kids while they enjoy a movie in a separate room or have other games and activities to keep them occupied.
5) Keep the toasts to under 2 minutes each: Simple and heartfelt toasts are the way to go and help maintain the flow of a good party. Too many toasts and those that are awkward or long-winded from the cousin-you-never-talk-to can really dampen the mood.
6) Have fun and fresh food: The Abbey has amazing menus to appease any palate, so take advantage of what we have to offer and customize it by your tastes! For a more casual style, order stations of Mexican tacos or a slider bar for guests to enjoy. If a buffet-style or plated dinner isn’t your cup of tea; have heavy hors d’oeuvres or a simple yet elegant display.
7) Hire a day-of wedding coordinator: After all of the time and planning, nothing is worse than being stressed out on your wedding day. So look into using one of The Abbey’s veteran day-of wedding coordinators to take care of all the little details and to ensure your day is as special and as worry-free as can be!
You’re Invited to the Britt Scripps Inn
Posted by: Chris Campbell
April 12th, 2011 >> Abbey staff, Abbey Vendors, Events, Other, Preferred Venues
Don’t miss San Diego’s premiere destination for your next Corporate Retreat or Wedding. You’re invited to the Britt Scripps Inn’s First Annual Open House and Bridal Show. Grab your friends & fiancé and come by to visit the best beautifully preserved Victorian Inn in San Diego this May 1st from 12-3pm. Enjoy light tray-passed appetizers and a glass of wine while you wander the grounds being serenaded by the soulful guitarist, Blake Lindquist. MC DJ Randy will guide you through the list of Vendors represented and you will have the opportunity to gather great cutting edge concepts for your event while lounging in the well manicured garden at the Britt Scripps Inn. Be dazzled by table-scapes compliments of Artistica Events & Elegant Events Enjoy .A guided tour of the home and gardens which boasts 9 unique rooms and a plethora of flora. The Britt Scripps Inn will also be offering a room for an overnight stay and the Abbey Catering is donating a 40 person Rehearsal Dinner to be raffled off.Don’t miss the chance to familiarize yourself with this hidden gem nestled in the heart of Bankers Hill. For any questions regarding attending the show or participating, please call me directly and I will gladly assist. I’ll see you there!
Robert(Wedding Planner/Event Coordinator) 1-866-535-8949 ext 728
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Have your very own Royal Wedding.
Posted by: Chris Campbell
April 11th, 2011 >> Events, Other, Preferred Venues, Promotions, Tablescapes, Trends, Weddings
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.
Willows have bloomed and Spring is in the air!
Posted by: Chris Campbell
April 7th, 2011 >> Abbey staff, Events, Other, Tablescapes, Weddings
Radiating with splendent colors and the sounds of song birds filling the air, the 26th of March will be held in the minds and hearts of this couple forever. Dressed in glimmering metallic gray, and sun bright yellow, this wedding was designed fit to perfection from the beginning. Two-hundred and forty-five guests attended the beautiful couple’s special day with vows that last forever.
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 Splash of Class
Posted by: Chris Campbell
April 6th, 2011 >> Abbey staff, Events, From the Kitchen, Other, Weddings
Beautiful flowers for your wedding ceremony or wedding photos.
This couple desired a small intimate setting for their wondrous wedding. Held in the beautiful Fish Bowl on La Jolla beach, the location left a feeling of warmth and coziness as an amazing ocean breeze gently floated over the coast.
Gourmet catering for your event or wedding ceremony or reception.
The reception was flowing with white linens and Babycakes providing their perfect touch with delectable cupcakes. Flowers with abundant colors were provided by Flower Frenzy and centered each table shouting vibrantly to every attending guest. The wedding couple could not have been more beautiful, and the Abbey was delighted to cater to their every need and fill them with our renowned braised short ribs and salmon on croute.
Laughter and love filled every moment, and not one of those moments escaped Kim Bly’s camera throughout their special day. It was kept within its intimate setting and every moment was loved and cherished! It couldn’t have suited them better.
Why not make the center of your universe, simply perfect. We know how to do it right the first time, click ahead and right now you can share what you want and we can focus are full energy on you…
Straight out of a Dream
Posted by: Chris Campbell
April 6th, 2011 >> Events, From the Kitchen, Notes from the Chef, Other, Preferred Venues, Tablescapes, Trends, Weddings
For an enchanted bride-to-be there are only a few places on earth for the most perfect wedding. There was nothing bashful or quiet about this wedding. From beginning to end its brilliant colors and the exquisite church left all with a jaw dropping memory!
The vibrant royal blue was the main color of the wedding and thus, everything else seemed to fall into place. It was held at the Immaculata Church at USD which couldn’t have been a more suited place with its desirable blue ceilings and wall draperies. Eighty guests were invited to this special ceremony to have their hearts filled with love and joy for the couple’s special union. The reception was held at the La Jolla Women’s Club. It was also decorated with royal blue linens center pieces with a broad range of bright colorful flowers, and accompanied with silver chivari chairs that brought class to the room like no other.
Wedding bouquet for the bride getting married, Catch It!
The Wedding Ceremony and the exchange of wedding vows.
Wedding ceremony after party hosted by us the catering and event staff.
That perfect wedding cake for those fun wedding photos...cake in your face.
Catering menu picked and tables set for gourmet foods and caterer special dishes.
Guests experienced fine dining provided by the Abbey Catering and an open bar to with a wide selection of cocktails. DJ Randy kept all on their feet throughout the afternoon and not a moment passed that Julie Buchta didn’t capture with her amazing photography. This was most certainly one for the books and will be talked about in a once upon a dream for ever and always!
The color scheme mesmorized every guest instantly and your wedding can be just the same, so click ahead and tell us a story we could tell our children about your ceremony with your prince charming…
The McCluney Wedding
Posted by: Quinn
April 1st, 2011 >> Abbey staff, Events, From the Kitchen, Weddings
March 2nd is just another normal day to you but to the Tucay and McCluney family it will always represent a union of two very special people in their lives. The two newlyweds chose to get married at Levyland in Carlsbad, with their families gathered under the San Diego sun for an intimate yet casual wedding ceremony. After the ceremony we moved into cocktail hour where the guests were treated to our delicious appetizers including: Coconut-crusted Golden Shrimp, Pita bread with a sweet Indian curry hummus, and Ahi Poke on cucumber slices to name a few. With good music, good people, good food, and good drinks this made for a great wedding reception.
Elegant Table Setting
Fit for their wedding day
After cocktail hour we moved right into dinner service, starting with the bride and groom we served our signature Abbey salad consisting of Mixed Greens with Dried Cranberries, Caramelized Walnuts and Crumbled Imported Feta with our homemade raspberry vinaigrette. After salad service was complete we opened the buffet and excused the tables individually to get their entrees. The Entrees included in dinner service were Salmon En Croûte (Fresh Wild Salmon wrapped in puff and stuffed with sautéed spinach, Wild Mushrooms and Goat Cheese) and Chargrilled Chicken topped with a Cream Buerre Blanc/Thyme Sauce. After dinner the newlywed and their family and friends danced the night away!
Does this menu melt your taste buds or do you have something more delicious in mind, click ahead and share your savory ideas…
With Compliments….a testimonal.
Posted by: Chris Campbell
March 19th, 2011 >> Abbey staff, Abbey Vendors, Client Testimonials, Events, Other, Tablescapes, Trends, Weddings
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…
Preparing a Budget for Your Wedding-Notes from the Office
Posted by: Chris Campbell
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.
Welcome to Your Picnic Wedding
Posted by: Chris Campbell
March 11th, 2011 >> Abbey Vendors, Events, Other, Trends, Weddings
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.
- Spring wedding of your dreams
- A picnic wedding to remember
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.
- Wedding Day Bliss
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 Wedding_Dance under stars
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.