When it comes to planning your wedding reception, choosing the right hors d’oeuvres can be a daunting task. You want to offer something that will please everyone’s taste buds while also being easy to eat and visually appealing. To help you with this task, we’ve put together a list of three perfect hors d’oeuvres that are sure to impress your guests.
Mini Caprese Skewers:
This classic Italian appetizer is always a crowd-pleaser. These bite-sized skewers are made with cherry tomatoes, …
When it comes to planning a wedding, one of the most important aspects is creating a beautiful atmosphere for your guests to enjoy. One of the key elements in creating this atmosphere is the centerpiece for the tables at the reception. A well-chosen centerpiece can add elegance, color, and personality to your wedding decor, and can help tie together the overall theme of your wedding. In this post, we will explore some popular centerpieces for tables at weddings.
Floral Arrangements:…
from Kellyn
On Sunday, January 5, a few members of our team joined numerous local wedding vendors for the Greater Fredericksburg Bridal Show. A morning of set-up led into an afternoon of meeting new brides, saying hello to our upcoming wedding couples, and chatting with vendor friends!
Winter is a fun time for us here at the Ridge. Events slow down, the organizing we’ve put off for months can finally happen, and we have bridal shows like these to look …
from Cassandra
This summer has flown by with many weddings and events in the books! My last wedding, of what I officially call the final day of summer—August 31—was one that incorporated countless but well-thought-out details. I knew set-up would be something special to document.
When I started in the wedding industry, I worked in photography, and my only insight to all the glorious wedding details came through “final vision” in pictures. I saw beautiful details, from invitation suites and …
Sean Tarallo is the co-owner of Olde Virginia Gourmet & Gifts and Stevenson Ridge’s wine consultant. He also works for the Ridge as one of our banquet captains.
There are no truly “correct” answers when it comes to pairing food with wine. I say this because there are so many factors involved. The most important factor is an individual’s taste buds. Everyone’s are different! What may work for one, might not for another.
The most basic tenet of wine pairings …
from Cassandra
In the wedding industry, it seems that our first focus is the bride. What is the bride wearing? Where is she getting ready? What colors has she picked out? The groom tends to take a backseat to all the planning.
So what do grooms do the day of the wedding?
I wanted to shine a little light on what the guys can look forward to before they say “I Do.”
Let’s start with where you are getting ready: …
from Cassandra
A wedding day is a time where you are surrounded by dear friends and family—a gathering to celebrate the joining of two families and a joyous occasion honoring the union of marriage between two people. Often, as part of the celebration, we like to commemorate family members who are no longer with us by including a memory table decorated in cherished photos of our loved ones.
An April bride of mine had the most wonderful idea to celebrate …
from Cassandra
You receive your invitation to your dear friend’s wedding—great! Most people will think that wedding etiquette only pertains to those in the wedding party or the bride and groom. Well, that is not the case. Your wedding etiquette starts from the moment you receive this invite. …
from Cassandra
Let’s start with photography. I find that most people I speak with aren’t looking to splurge when it comes to photography for their wedding day. However, choosing the right photographer will impact the entire experience of your wedding day. Having a background in wedding photography, I understand the importance of a skilled photographer. Your photographer will be there from the time you put on your dress until your final send off.
When looking at your budget, I always …
from Kellyn
You know what they say: “It’s all in the details.” This spring season, we are inspired to think of ways to employ thoughtful details into your wedding ceremony and reception. Here are few ideas to spark your creativity!
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