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The Origins Family is here to offer you and your wedding guests a truly nourishing experience on this special day. From seed to harvest we are dedicated to slow food, rooted in environmental ethics and dedicated to the health of our global community. Our highest priority is supporting local farms and offering you only the freshest seasonal ingredients. The farmers whom we choose to support are committed to sustainable agriculture and respectful treatment of animals.
Our family’s greenhouse cafe is located on our quiet 50-acre homestead, four miles from Main Street Cooperstown, NY. We welcome your group to enjoy private use of the cafe facilities, including four greenhouses full of tropical, edible plants and an outdoor patio garden. The space is equipped with a tiki bar, two bathrooms, greenhouse cafe seating for 98 guests and option to add an addition tent to accommodate for up to 150 guests.
- Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions
Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?
Yes
What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?
$5,000
Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?
Yes
Which of the following are included in starting site fee?
Bridal Suite
Clean Up
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Parking
Set Up
Tables
Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?
Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)
Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?
House Beer
House Wine
Signature Drink
What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?
50
How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?
5
Describe your venue:
Farm/Ranch
Garden
Restaurant
What kind of settings are available?
Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor
Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?
Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner
What event services do you offer?
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Pet Friendly
Wifi
What catering services do you offer?
Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings
What bar services do you provide?
Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Wine
Limited Bar
Open Bar
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine
What event items are available?
Altar/Arch
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables
Tents
What food and beverage items are available?
Barware
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
What transportation and access is available?
Parking
Wheelchair Access
What months are included in your peak season?
May
June
July
August
September
October
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Origins Cafe is hailed as a magical and beautifully unique wedding venue by multiple reviewers. Kristen and her family are praised for their exceptional service and attention to detail, creating a lush green garden oasis that transcends into a serene atmosphere for weddings. The venue's delicious organic and locally sourced food options, flexibility with dietary restrictions, and calming ambiance have left guests delighted and highly recommending Origins for intimate wedding celebrations.
Amy G. Sent on 10/18/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Wedding Oasis
We were one of the lucky couples to be married at this magical place.Having our wedding here was by far the best choice for us. Kristen made sure everything was taken care of above and beyond expectations. She had so many good recommendations and is very intuitive, she is so talented and it was easy to communicate our ideas about our vision of what our perfect day would look like. We appreciate nature in everyday life so to be married a place where nature is nurtured to life was perfect . Kristen and her family created an oasis of beauty. Our friends and family were transcended into a lush green garden of trees and plants with the most beautiful flowers. This is a perfect place to start a life of growing together as a couple.
I cannot thank Kristen and her family enough.
With so much love
Amy and Joshua Clay♥️
I cannot thank Kristen and her family enough.
With so much love
Amy and Joshua Clay♥️
Karen Sent on 07/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating
Pure magic!
We had our intimate wedding reception at Origins and it was an unforgettable time! Our families were instantly charmed by the beautiful plants, lights, atmosphere, and music when we entered, then again by the lovely staff and delicious food. We felt right at home, cared for, and were repeatedly delighted, noticing the loving details they put into every corner of our celebration. The hors d'oeuvres and desserts were so beautifully presented, especially our wedding cake, it was just perfect. The table setting was absolutely gorgeous and so welcoming. Everyone loved the food, saying it was the best carrots, asparagus, pesto, etc. they ever had. We felt so at ease, having access to alter the playlist and let the night flow naturally in our own way. The space emanated magic in every respect and made our wedding night so special.
Prior to the wedding, Kristen from Origins was so helpful in planning and made me feel confident the staff would put together a beautiful reception, and they certainly did. 10/10 would recommend.
Prior to the wedding, Kristen from Origins was so helpful in planning and made me feel confident the staff would put together a beautiful reception, and they certainly did. 10/10 would recommend.
Karen Sent on 12/01/2022
5 out of 5 rating
Magical, Perfect Welcome Dinner
We chose Origins for our Welcome Dinner, as we wanted our out of town guests to feel well fed and comfortable on the evening before our son’s wedding. Kristen and her lovely staff dealt with demanding dietary restrictions and a huge, hungry crowd perfectly. We had so much delicious food, and the atmosphere was positively magical! Five stars!!!! Highly recommended!!!!
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Origins Cafe frequently asked questions
Origins Cafe includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
- Bridal Suite
- Clean Up
- Glassware
- Lighting/Sound
- Parking
- Set Up
- Tables
Origins Cafe includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
- Cake Cutting
- Dessert
- Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Origins Cafe includes:
- House Beer
- House Wine
- Signature Drink
The space offered by Origins Cafe for wedding events is known for:
- Farm/Ranch
- Garden
- Restaurant
Origins Cafe offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
- Indoor
- Covered Outdoor
- Uncovered Outdoor
Origins Cafe offers the following types of wedding events:
- Ceremony
- Reception
- Bridal Shower
- Engagement Party
- Rehearsal Dinner
Origins Cafe offers the following services for wedding events:
- Bar Services
- Catering Services
- Clean Up
- Event Planner
- Event Rentals
- Get Ready Rooms
- Liability Insurance
- Pet Friendly
- Wifi
Origins Cafe offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
- Altar/Arch
- Centerpieces
- Chairs
- Dance Floor
- Furniture
- Lighting
- Tables
- Tents
Origins Cafe is recommended by 99% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in quality of service, 5 in flexibility, 5 in professionalism, 5 in value and 4.7 in average response time.