We’ve recently had the pleasure of working with Elizabeth Nord of Elizabeth Nord Photography on a could weddings and she is just so much fun! Her passion for photography really shows through in her photos, so we couldn’t wait to sit down and talk with her about...
The key to a successful dinner party hinges more on a small detail many hosts’ over look…the seating arrangement. This seemingly minor step in planning a dinner party is truly the difference between a wonderful evening full over conversation and an evening that your guests...
Drinks have been enjoyed, appetizers nibbled on, and dessert already set, but without a doubt, the thing everyone remembers at an event is the main course! Luckily, we know exactly what to do to leave guests in awe! New Cuts of Meat & Fish This is probably...
Just like fine wine, trends for 2015 keep flowing. Moving past cocktail hour, every event is guaranteed to have two things: a beginning and an ending. Many times, the first thing your guests see (or eat) are hors d’oeuvres and the very last, dessert. Here’s...
Jewell Weddings has been working with the dynamic team at LK Events for years, so it was only a matter of time before we could sit down with them to hear about what sets them apart and inspires them! Jewell Events Catering: How long have you been in...
You can always smell summer. Fresh cut grass, the still humid air before a storm rolls in, suntan lotion, and perhaps the best smell ever….food cooking over a charcoal grill. In my opinion, just about anything would be delicious cooked over open flame, especially one...
The National Restaurant Association just wrapped up another fabulous NRA Show 2015 at McCormick Place last week in Chicago. After a week full of great information, delicious food and drink and innovative technologies, we’re excited to share trends that are continuing through 2015 as well...
What is the one thing every great host or hostess offers their guests when they arrive? A beverage. A party or even casual gathering can go from spectacular to mediocre within minutes of guests arriving if your bar isn’t properly set up. Our resident bar-specialist, Alessandro,...
Chicago is excited to open it’s arms to the fabulous and extraordinary planner from North Carolina, Samantha Dockery, the owner and lead consultant at Bliss By Sam! We had a chance to sit down and talk with Sam about her successful business, her source of inspiration...
Annie Kasak from Annie Occasion for Any Occasion stopped by to share her insider tips for selecting the perfect flowers for your wedding. As a florist, the very first thing I recommend is to look through some bridal magazines and other bridal publications for initial ideas. Look through at...