La Jolla Woman’s Club Wedding | Client Review

Tell One, Tell All!

Martina left a positively glowing client review of her La Jolla Woman’s Club wedding with us, in collaboration with Simply Gorgeous Events, and loved every minute of her experience!

 

“Flawless,” her “saving grace,” with “literally no worries from beginning to end.”

We’re beyond happy that Martina and Ty have magical memories of their big day with us! We’re so thankful she took the time to leave us a client review and gave our staff such positive feedback!

You absolutely must check out our blog post about their Elegant Vintage Beach Wedding at the La Jolla Woman’s Club.

(Trust us, you won’t want to miss all their incredible details!)

 

 

 

Vendor Tribute! | True Photography

Another year later, and True Photography is still one of our favorite event photographers!

 

Their work is so unique in its vibrancy and evident zeal for life.

We find they’re perfect for potential clients who want unusual angles, priceless candid shots, and unparalleled service.

 

 

As another hard-working vendor, ready to help others at events, they always take incredible pictures of our food and let our service shine!

 

Out of the hundreds of pictures they’ve shared with us, we couldn’t begin to choose our favorites.

 

 

 

We love recommending them to our clients because we know the client will be thrilled with the experience and the product every single time.

We hope that this process goes both ways and  True Photography reached out to us with this statement from a client:

My fiancé and I just booked our wedding at Mt. Woodson Castle in Ramona, CA. We fell in love with the venue thanks, in large part, to your photos that Mt. Woodson features on their website (we live in Washington DC and are unable to visit any venues in person).” 

 

Mt. Woodson Castle, Ramona

 

They amaze us with their eye for detail and light-hearted imaginative feel to all their shots!

We can’t thank True Photography enough for all their hard work and constant reliability throughout our time working with each other.

 

Darlington House of La Jolla

 

Robert Paine Scripps Seaside Forum

 

Darlington House of La Jolla

 

Darlington House of La Jolla

 

Leo Carrillo Ranch, Carlsbad

 

Leo Carrillo Ranch, Carlsbad

 

Robert Paine Scripps Seaside Forum

 

Leo Carrillo Ranch, Carlsbad

 

Robert Paine Scripps Seaside Forum

 

Without our clients, locations, vendors, and even staff, the advertising attempts that we make would need to be expanded by hundreds–if not thousands–of dollars.

Even so, nothing beats word-of-mouth recommendations from an excellent, trusted source.

 

Robert Paine Scripps Seaside Forum

 

La Jolla Shores Beach, San Diego

 

Leo Carrillo Ranch, Carlsbad

 

The Ultimate Skybox, Diamond View Towers

 

Downtown San Diego

 

The Ultimate Sky Box, Diamond View Towers

 

Private Home

 

Downtown San Diego

 

Gaslamp Quarter, Downtown San Deigo

 

Leo Carrillo Ranch, Carlsbad

 

Mt. Woodson Castle, Ramona

 

Here’s to many more years of collaborative fun with True Photography!

 

Leo Carrillo Ranch, Carlsbad

 

 

 

Glowing Client Review! | San Diego Event Catering

Happiness Speaks Loudest.

We can’t thank our happy clients enough for reaching out to post such rave reviews of us during this unprecedented time.

 

 

Martina, we are thrilled by your response and are so glad your special day was flawless!

Thank you again for taking the time to give us such a radiant review.

 

Martin Johnson House | Featured Venue | San Diego Event Coordination

The historic Martin Johnson House, sheltered beneath grand cypress trees with sweeping views of the La Jolla beaches, is the oceanfront cottage of your event dreams.

 

 

According to the official website, “the rustic cottage was one of the earliest additions to the Scripps Institution of Oceanography campus…”, constructed in 1916.

The institute still manages the venue, along with its sister sites: The Birch Aquarium and The Robert Payne Scripps Sea Side Forum.

“Once used as a home for Scripps professors and their families, the refurbished cottage and grounds now offer a charming coastal setting ideal for social events ranging from business meetings to wedding receptions.”

 

Aldous Photo

 

As a Caterer on their list of preferred vendors, we love working with the incredible Institute Staff and this stunning venue!

The location gracefully adapts to allow suitable space for our temporary kitchen and cooking equipment.

Indoor Features

  • Small kitchenette with refrigerator, sink, counters, and microwave; partitioned off from main space
  • Two ADA-equipped unisex bathrooms with outdoor entrances

Outdoor Features

  • Extensive views of the Pacific Ocean, La Jolla Cove, and Scripps Pier
  • Two large, multi-level teak decks with electrical outlets for music and lighting
  • Small surrounding grassy areas with bench seating
  • Shade from tall cypress trees

 

Aldous Photo

For More Information

We encourage you to tour the Martin Johnson House with a representative from Scripps Venue Rentals and explore the many options available to you. Schedule a site visit by contacting scrippsvenues@ucsd.edu (858-534-5604).

View Their Gallery

 

Check Out their Pinterest

 

Visit Their Website

 

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Scripps Venue Rentals
Telephone: 858-534-5604

Email: scrippsvenues@ucsd.edu

Unique Wedding Favor Inspiration! | San Diego Event Coordination

Are you seeking that perfect wedding favor?

 

Gifting your guests a miniature memento of your big day is a timeless tradition,

but if you’re scrambling for some inspiration, worry no longer!

 

Customize a Koozie with the wedding date, and in the future, your friends will think of your special day when they sip on a refreshing beverage.

B. Photography

 

Your souvenir options are endless!

As long as it uniquely represents your personalities as a couple, let your imagination run wild.

 

Photo by Chana & Don

 

Photo booths are a perfect way to provide instant picture keepsakes, as well as endless entertainment during an event.

 

Foynat Wedding Photographer

 

A symbolic sweet treat can go a long way.

Let your guests take their dessert on the road with this cute Hot Cocoa mix!

 

Photo By Chana and Don

 

Small, straightforward favors are endearing!

These hand-made scrabble magnets were crafted by the love birds to help them point out what is important in their relationship.

 

Linsey Middleton Photography

 

They don’t always have to last forever!

(Too many weddings and guests have loads of little bobbles bouncing around their house.)

These temporary tattoos are easy to customize, fun for all ages, and reduce a little of life’s clutter.

 

Rad + In Love Photography

 

Succulents are increasingly popular as favors due to their adorable size, wide range of styles, and easy care instructions.

Here, they’ve been used as a favor and escort card for twice the fun!

 

True Photography

 

Is love the spice to your life?

Try sending a personal bottle of love home with your guests!

 

Vacay Photo

 

So just remember:

These micro manifestations of the Bride and Groom are fun, small, and meaningful “thank yous” to your guests

for supporting your relationship and believing in your future.

 

If you have fun with it, they will too!

 

 

 

Sensational Client Review! | Darlington House Wedding

We stumbled across this glowing review on our Yelp and just had to rave about it!

 

Thanks, Viviana!!

 

We so appreciate the time you took to write this for us.

You were a delight to work with, and we loved how magical your special day turned out!

 

 

Specialty Silverware | Tablescape Upgrades! | San Diego Event Planning

We’re back with more inspiration for that dream dining tablescape!

You’ve picked the glassware and the chargers, but what about the flatware? Eating utensils are just as much a part of the tablescape as a beautiful centerpiece, so choose wisely!

 

Boho-Chic

If you want your guests to obsess over your vintage retro flair for life, go with a flatware set like these gold wooden-handled beauties! They’re just classy enough to look polished while potentially passing for an awesome flea market find!

Classy, thrifty, and unique.

 

Modern

For a more modern approach, set your eyes on a colored flatware set. The soft neutral tones with that bit of gold look expensive, but in the good way! Not too much on your pocket, but statement-worthy nonetheless.

Your guests will be impressed by the clean lines and cohesive look, and you’ll feel confident in your stunning design.

 

Romantic

When we picture a romantic tablescape, we imagine our grandmother’s silver. We love the floral accents, dreamy curved handles, and a vintage elegance that is unmistakably soft.

Pair with the right charger, and some antique-cut glassware, for the perfect romantic trifecta.

 

Glitz and Glam

We’ve seen this gold flatware set a lot lately, and it’s hard not to picture it going with almost any motif. For a sparkling setting, they’re a necessity.

They’re a fantastic way to add a little gold accent without making the tablescape too flashy, so be sure to consider these when you’re mapping out your layouts!

Andrea David Photography

 

Are you feeling inspired yet?

Have questions about any of these ideas?

 

Contact our phenomenal Event Planning team for the scoop on all these flashy flatware finds!

 

 

“The Glow” | San Diego Wedding and Event Planning

Movie Magic Come To Life!

We’ve been pretty vocal about how much we live for this defining moment during our weddings.

There’s a certain magic that happens at the end of each ceremony that we wish we could bottle and share with the world.

Alyssa Boynton Photography at Scripps Seaside Forum.

 

After a happy couple says their vows, a new tension starts to build.

They have their Big Kiss, everyone cheers, they turn to the crowd, and BAM!!

 

True Photography at Scripps Seaside Forum.

No one is safe from that indescribable tidal wave of incandescent bliss!

It pours out of the faces of the newlyweds as they walk back down the aisle, hand in hand.

 

True Photography at Scripps Seaside Forum.

 

“The Glow” is one of our favorite parts of our Special Events, and it keeps us doing what we love most:

making your dream event come to life.

 

True Photography at Scripps Seaside Forum.

So, Reach Out to us!

See what our talented Coordination Team can do to make “The Glow” happen for you!

 

 

Chargers | Tablescape Upgrades! | San Diego Catering and Event Planning

 

Upgrade the look of your entire event by elevating your dining tablescape!

Our design professionals assure us that no table setting is complete without a charger plate to polish off the look. We’ve collected our favorite examples for popular event motifs to help inspire your design journey!

 

What Is A Charger Plate?

A charger plate is a large, decorative plate placed beneath other dinnerware during formal occasions. You’ll find them at catered events, weddings, upscale parties, banquets, or other fine dining occasions. They are decorative and not meant to come in direct contact with food.

Why Would I Want One For My Event?

They provide an elegant way to serve multiple course meals, where each course has a specific bowl or plate placed on top of the charger. Charger plates are available in a variety of colors, materials, lengths/diameters, and shapes for you to choose from to match the decor, mood, and style of your particular event. Not only do they anchor the dining table, create ambiance, and are aesthetically pleasing to guests, chargers also protect the table and tablecloth from becoming dirty during service.

 

Glitz and Glam!

This metallic look creates a table that works for everything, from weddings to New Year’s Eve. With a mix of silver, gold, copper, and brass, your tablescape will look truly Instagram-worthy.

Romantic

For this motif, our editors recommend using a charger reminiscent of your grandmother’s china and layering it with other patterns in similar colors to keep the feel soft, vintage, and dreamy.

Modern

We’d pair plates and vessels with imperfect edges in neutral shades like beige, off-white, or this cool-toned pastel gray. Arranged with glamorous gold flatware will create a contrast, and elevate the whole look.

Destination

Bring the island fauna right into the lap of your guests! We love the idea of using fresh tropical foliage as chargers. These allow for a less elaborate centerpiece, and the overall table won’t seem too cluttered.

Boho-Chic

We can’t get enough of this fun, textured charger! The material is perfect for a bohemian feel, and your guests will love the unique design.

 

Classic

Elegant and clean, with just a dash of sparkle, clear chargers with a metallic rim elevate a classic white wedding tablescape, adding flashes of cohesive accents to break up the monochrome pallet.

 

If you’re looking for more inspiration, or have an idea and want to run it by our professionals, contact us by clicking HERE.

 

 

Glamorous Glassware | Tablescape Upgrades! | San Diego Event Planning

 

Dazzle your guests with a stunning event tablescape!

Add pops of color at each seat with these gorgeous goblets.

 

These come in all different styles and shapes as well, so stick with one color or even mix and match hues to encompass the full spectrum of your wedding pallet.

Bar Glassware

Have a signature drink?

 

It wouldn’t be an actual Mule without a copper mug!

Your guests are sure to remember an eye-catching glass containing a tasty cocktail, and mugs are just the tip of the iceberg.

Your guests could mingle while sipping from Martini Glasses or tip into a Tumbler for your signature old fashioned.

Authenticity elevates the looks and feels of your event!

 

Photographer: Holly Ireland Photography. Goblets: Hostess Haven Rentals

Let designing your tablescapes be the most enjoyable part of planning your event!

Ask our gifted coordinators what available design options they’d recommend with our endless upgrade options.

 

 

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