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...
It’s always hard to take time to sit and chat, especially as we are launching into the busiest time of year for weddings! Thanks Misse Daniel, the fabulous owner and wedding planner, over at Honey Bee Weddings for stealing a few moments to talk with us! Jewell Events...
Jewell Events Catering is excited to announce a new division offering full-service picnic catering in Chicago! Spring and summer in Chicago is always a beautiful thing! Our Jewell Picnic’s division has a variety of carefully crafted menus available for your next event, or you can create your own menu from a...
This month, instead of a chef’s secret, it’s a bartenders secret! I don’t know about you, but I always shed a little tear when I have to toss bottles of champagne or sparkling wine that has gone flat. After realizing I would have to throw out...
Hailed as one of Chicago’s finest architectural jewels, The Murphy Auditorium was built in 1923 for the American College of Surgeons and was designed to host their meetings as well as serve as a center for education in surgery. Over the years, The Murphy has opened up to share it’s...
It’s that time again! We’re sitting down with one of our favorite planners, Tiffany Munster from Soirée Weddings & Events. Read on for her inspiration, tips, and some fun facts! Jewell Events Catering: How long have you been in business? Soirée Weddings & Events: We were founded in 2010,...
Richly steeped in history, Chez is a contemporary loft just 2 blocks off Michigan Avenue. From the 1930’s through the 1950’s, Chez was home to the famous Chez Paree nightclub that hosted Frank Sinatra, Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald and Nat King Cole, just to name a few. Moving in to...
Whether you’re sipping on green beer or enjoying a plate of corned beef and cabbage, everyone has a favorite St. Patrick’s Day indulgence! After polling the office, here’s our Top 10 St. Patrick’s Day treat! Corned Beef and Cabbage {Via} Guinness Float {Via} Colcannon {Via} Soda Bread {Via} Shepard’s...