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Sarah
Food
Sarah, on January 23, 2022 at 4:02 PM

So for our appetizers we went with a veggie display, sweet and sour meatballs and crab Mac and cheese cups. Does that sound good together lol ? What did you guys pick for your appetizers??

Taylor, Jan 25, 2022 4 657 2
Nancy
What questions to ask your Venue on the final meeting?
Nancy, on January 22, 2022 at 2:23 PM

We have our final venue meeting in 2 weeks. what are some questions you asked or wished you had asked prior to finalizing everything? Our wedding in March 19, 2022

Lynnie, Jan 24, 2022 1 935
Kellen
Alcohol
Kellen, on January 23, 2022 at 4:07 PM

Hi 👋🏼 When I was searching for a wedding venue, one of my top priorities was to find a venue that allowed me to supply the beer/ wine on my own, in hopes that it would save me some money. As time as...

Liz, Jan 24, 2022 5 618 2
Jessica
Wedding Reception vs. “party” with venues
Jessica, on January 23, 2022 at 8:01 PM

Hi all! My husband and I got married last year in a small, private ceremony with our church with the idea of the doing a bigger reception/party later (like 2023 maybe?) because #Covid. We’re in the...

Jessica, Jan 24, 2022 12 3,052
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Catering!
Alexia, on November 12, 2021 at 12:58 PM

Brides. What are you guys paying per person for your caterers? Our wedding is approx 150-175 people and seems a bit pricey. Would love some guidance! TYA

Allison, Jan 23, 2022 16 875 1
Rachel
Elopement dinners
Rachel, on October 31, 2021 at 9:51 PM

Hi everyone! We're eloping just the two of us. I was thinking about just going to a nice restaurant that evening or do some private dining somewhere on the island (Santorini)... but of course the...

Kari, Jan 23, 2022 9 840 1
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Honoring Parents Wedding Anniversary at Our Reception/ceremony?
Sara, on January 20, 2022 at 6:11 PM

I would like to honor both sets of parents during our wedding reception by displaying their wedding photos. They both had 50th wedding anniversaries during the height of COVID. I have photos of both...

Jacks, Jan 23, 2022 10 1,060 1
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Head table for bride and groom only
Spark, on January 23, 2022 at 12:49 PM

Did you use round or rectangle table? If you have children, I assume they don't sit with you?

Sarah, Jan 23, 2022 6 1,795 1
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Alternative Cake Dessert Table Ideas
LeLuHuBa, on January 22, 2022 at 11:35 AM

We are thinking of having a 3 tiered cake like this but only 1 layer edible. We want to have other desserts for guests such as cookies and bars. Not really interested in cupcakes. Any ideas for...

CountryBride, Jan 23, 2022 4 1,014 2
Michelle
What food are you serving?
Michelle, on December 26, 2021 at 5:26 PM

At your reception meal, what are you serving guests? How did the choice of presentation (plated vs buffet vs stations) play into the decision? Also, what are you planning to feed bridesmaids/groomsmen...

Emilia, Jan 23, 2022 5 672 2
A.
Eucalyptus Bunch?
A., on May 23, 2018 at 8:30 PM

Hi all, I am going to have 18 tables at my wedding. Florists are giving me quotes for a "bunch" of eucalyptus. I need eucalyptus on each table for decor. How many bunches will be good for a wedding of...

Jacks, Jan 22, 2022 6 2,193
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Anniversary
Serena, on January 21, 2022 at 8:35 PM

Anniversary dance but step in for my grandpa that recently passed?

Cassidy, Jan 22, 2022 1 573 1
Milli
Reception Only Venues
Milli, on January 21, 2022 at 8:21 AM

Cannot find an option to look at receptions only pricing for venues

Sarah, Jan 21, 2022 2 261 1
Michelle
Favorite foods and drinks from weddings you have attended
Michelle, on January 19, 2022 at 11:58 PM

As a guest, what specific foods and drinks have you enjoyed most that stood out from the rest as being your most favorite? Are you planning to serve any of those at your own wedding?

Cece, Jan 21, 2022 6 640
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Phone message guestbook?
Tyff, on January 20, 2022 at 3:34 PM

Has anyone done the rotary phone message guestbook? If yes what company did you use and how did you like it?

Tyff, Jan 20, 2022 218
Jaclyn
Reception Entrees
Jaclyn, on January 20, 2022 at 12:48 PM

Hi all, I am struggling with our reception entrée choices. We have 5 options and can choose 3 to offer to our guests. 2 are chicken, 1 is beef (extra cost), 1 is pork chop and 1 is fish (extra cost)....

Pirate & 60s Bride, Jan 20, 2022 7 582 2
Michelle
Food stations ideas
Michelle, on January 15, 2022 at 1:25 PM

What types have you seen as a guest that you loved? Whether at cocktail hour or dinner. What options would you love to see?

Michelle, Jan 20, 2022 5 776 1
Jasmine S.
How much cake do we need?
Jasmine S., on January 7, 2022 at 11:31 AM

Hi all, I finally decided how to handle the cake situation for my wedding! We will have a small decorated cake for the bride and groom to cut, then serve sheet cake to the guests. There will also be...

JW, Jan 19, 2022 9 2,108 1
Liz
Kids scavenger hunt
Liz, on July 21, 2021 at 3:38 PM

I want to have a scavenger hunt to put in our kids bags at the reception for the 6 kids we'll have at the wedding. They are all age 7-10. I didn't care for any of the ones found online and several of...

Alicia, Jan 19, 2022 4 1,048
Lindsey
Reception Menu Thoughts
Lindsey, on January 16, 2022 at 6:52 AM

I’m planning my wedding and finally found a caterer I love. We planned out the menu as follows: Happy Hour - spinach artichoke dip with bread and fresh fruit platter with dip. Dinner - citrus herb...

Vicki, Jan 19, 2022 25 1,793 3
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