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Take It Outside

Lanterns, candles and string lights illuminate a Marcia Selden Catering event. Photo by Hechler Photographers

Tips for fun, festive outdoor events—no matter the season By Robin Selden, managing partner and executive chef of Marcia Selden Catering All photos from Marcia Selden Catering The days of getting wrapped up in faux fur to drink vodka and party at a “cool” ice bar in an igloo are so pre-COVID! Now we party in the great outdoors no matter how cold (or hot) it is—and … [Read more...] about Take It Outside

Fresh Ideas

EVL Events often uses sailcloth tents, paired with farm tables and draping. Photo by Sarah Bridgeman Photography

Talented event planners share 10 ways they’re adding memorable touches to an already beautiful canvas—the great outdoors By Sara Perez Webber Starry skies, dappled sunlight, fragrant flowers, gentle breezes—outdoor events come with an innate ambience. Yet even natural beauty can be enhanced. We asked event planners from across the country to share the ways they’re making … [Read more...] about Fresh Ideas

Plant-Based Products Take Root

Future Farm, a Brazilian company, showcased its new “Chick’n” and “Tvna” products.

The recent Plant Based World Expo in New York shows the category is expanding and diversifying By Deanne Moskowitz When the Plant Based Foods Association proclaims that “The future is plant-based,” it may sound self-aggrandizing. But the organization’s second annual trade show, Plant Based World Expo North America—which returned to New York City’s Javits Center on … [Read more...] about Plant-Based Products Take Root

Sound Advice

Keith Willard, owner of Keith Willard Events.

With his award-winning “Behind The Veil” podcast and YouTube show, event planner Keith Willard encourages others in the industry to forge ahead By Sara Perez Webber If you were looking for advice about what to do after the catering-and-events industry came crashing down in 2019, perhaps you tuned into “Behind The Veil.” Event planner Keith Willard launched the weekly … [Read more...] about Sound Advice

Saying “I-Do’s” with Big To-Dos

Sarabeth Events is helping clients create big, fun-filled wedding celebrations.

As weddings get back into full swing, here are 11 trends to watch for in 2022 By Sara Perez Webber Ring the bells and strike up the band—big weddings are back, and couples are getting ready to splurge as they tie the knot. “Our 2022 clients are ready to celebrate in a big way!” says Amy Ackerman, owner of JDV Occasions in Atlanta. Rachel Burrow, director of weddings … [Read more...] about Saying “I-Do’s” with Big To-Dos

Tips for a Smooth Off-Premise Event

It only rains on the unprepared—not on those with a rental tent.

Whether you need everything or just a few items, a trusted rental company can provide the equipment necessary to make the event possible—and successful By Delores Crum, president and CIO, Premiere Events, Austin, Texas; Party and Event, Shared Interest Group Chair, American Rental Association Every off-premise location is different, and each will have its own difficulties … [Read more...] about Tips for a Smooth Off-Premise Event

10 Ways to Make Outdoor Events Memorable

How event planners are making sure upcoming events in the great outdoors are worth the wait By Sara Perez Webber For many, the outdoor events of this summer will be the first time they’re reconnecting with friends and family in over a year. “They’re going to be so happy they’re getting together, why not experiment?” asks Edward Perotti, owner of Edward Perotti Events … [Read more...] about 10 Ways to Make Outdoor Events Memorable

Winter Wonderland

after-dinner lounge

By Sara Perez Webber Nominated for a NACE One Award, this holiday party wowed guests with its magical décor and sumptuous menu CATERER & VENUE: Truluck’s Ocean’s Finest Seafood & Crab, The Woodlands, Texas • trulucks.com PHOTOGRAPHER: JDHallett Photography EVENT DETAILS: Known for its sustainable seafood and Southern hospitality, Truluck’s in The … [Read more...] about Winter Wonderland

Super Food

Executive Chef Dayanny De La Cruz

Centerplate scores with a Super Bowl LIV menu infused with Miami flair By Sara Perez Webber CATERER: Centerplate • centerplate.com VENUE: Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, Fla. EVENT DETAILS: Centerplate hosted its 15th Super Bowl on Feb. 2 at Hard Rock Stadium. For Super Bowl LIV, the company employed more than 3,000, including 20 executive chefs, and utilized … [Read more...] about Super Food

Festival Fun

Above All Catering celebrated its 25th anniversary with a Coachella-inspired event By Sara Perez Webber CATERER: Above All Catering, Anaheim, Calif. • aboveallcatering.com VENUE: Fete the Venue, Costa Mesa, Calif. • fetethevenue.com VENDOR SPONSORS: Among the 20 vendors contributing to the event were Blueprint Studios (blueprintstudiossocal.com), Sunseri’s Bar & Beverage … [Read more...] about Festival Fun

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