There are so many occasions to celebrate – from weddings to anniversaries – and of great celebration is that much anticipated day of retirement! We recently were selected to cater this most joyous occasion, providing food, tables, seating, linens and floral decor for a private party.

The main menu was a potato bar with assorted toppings of cheese, sour cream, bacon bits and chives. Guests also enjoyed tray-passed Chicken Diablo and Beef Wellington. These entrees provided guests the opportunity to easily mix and mingle while enjoying bite-sized delights.

If you have an upcoming celebration or gathering, we would be delighted to cater. Give one of our event specialists a call at 210/340-1770 to discuss various menu options, including both buffet, tray-passed cuisine and sit-down dining.

Nelle Handbags began on Etsy, and has since caught the eye of many fashion and style professionals. Available online and in a growing handful of boutiques, the Nelle designs are fun, flirty and “vintage chic.”

From the Nelle Handbags website:

The Wisconsin native got her start in handbag design at age 23 with no more sewing experience than a shark pillow she had constructed in a home economics class. In the spring of 2003 Laura set out to master the art of handbag design with a load of determination, a used sewing machine from the Goodwill and a library card.

In 2004 Laura Nelli started Nelle, a handbag company focused on creating luxurious handbags and clutches. By combining quality fabrics with her keen attention to detail Nelle handbags and clutches illustrate Laura’s deep appreciation of vivid colors and textures. Respect for independent and slow design led Laura to develop a handbag label that prides itself on crafting well-constructed pieces that are produced locally.

Since then Nelle handbags have attracted the attention of style editors and industry insiders. In 2008, Nelle was named one of 5 finalists in the Independent Handbag Design Awards for Best Handmade Handbag Category. Nelle’s entry was picked out of more than 600 entries from around the world.

Among her designs available for purchase are the following handbags and accessories. How perfect would these clutches be as gifts for your bridesmaids? Love them!

Good news for San Antonio brides – Bella Bridesmaid in Alamo Heights carries select items from the Nelle Handbag collection.

Finding a photographer to capture your personality and style can be a challenge. Fortunately, there are fresh faces out there with a unique eye and a whole bundle of talent.

One such photographer is San Antonio-based photographer, Ashley Palmero of Picture Me Married. Ashley’s use of lighting is elegant and graceful, and her perspective is truly that of a story teller. Having been through her own wedding, Ashley understands the unique moments a wedding offers, and works to capture those memories in a breathtaking manner.

Below are just a few of her photos – be sure to visit her website and her blog for more photos, information and availability!

Brides have so many GORGEOUS options from which to choose. A handful of brides are lucky enough to have two dresses – switching into a lighter, cocktail style dress for the reception. If your budget is a bit tighter (and whose isn’t during this recession), but you still are looking for a way to add a modern twist to your reception fashion, you just might need to purchase a shoulder wrap by Modern Romance.

Taken from the Modern Romance website:

It all started with a bride who couldn’t find a wrap for her wedding. She searched high and low, in bridal shops, online and in local boutiques with no success.

Thankfully the bride had a friend who loved all things weddings and loved to sew. The friend created a beautiful ruffle-y wrap that was just the thing to dress up the bride’s elegant yet simple dress.

The guests oohed and aahed, the bride’s friends wanted wraps for their own weddings and Modern Romance was born.

Designer Christine Gorman creates romantic, unique wraps and accessories so you can have guests oohing and aahing at your wedding too.

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The talent of the artisans on Etsy is astounding. There are so many wonderful, unique items to find for weddings and everyday lifestyle. If you haven’t been to Etsy yet – what are you waiting for?! You are definitely missing out, so we’re going to help you a bit by highlighting some of our favorite Etsy vendors on an ongoing basis.

We recently discovered Amanda Archer – and her lovely dresses. Taken directly from Amanda’s Etsy store is the following excerpt:

Amanda Archer Collection is a women’s wear clothing line using natural fabrics and trims, creating made-to-order designs in a modern, classic style with a twist of retro and a pinch of whimsy. Specializing in non-traditional weddings for both brides and bridesmaids as well as special occasion dresses for parties, holidays, graduation, office, etc.

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Now, on to some of her lovely designs!

The Red Berry Mansion hosted a holiday party for the owners’ guests earlier this month. The courses were served “cocktail” style in glasses.

Tray passed Hors D’oeuvres:
- Grilled marinated chicken kabobs with sweet peppers and garden cherry tomatoes
- BBQ jumbo shrimp, bacon-wrapped and drizzled with a chipotle BBQ sauce

Guests had a selection of Smoked Beef Brisket, Chicken, or BBQ sausage on a bed of garlic mashers with choice of sweet butter corn or grilled asparagus – all served in cocktail glass garnish with fresh rosemary. Additional cocktail style delicacies included Chef House Recipes of Cheesy Pasta, garnished with a Parmesan Cheese Crisp Crackers.

Tray-passed desserts offered were:
- Apple Pie Ala mode served with a cinnamon Ice cream
- Peach Cobbler served cocktail glass

Try something different for your next event! Cocktail style meals are a great way to encourage mingling while fostering a social environment and gourmet treats. Call us at (210) 340-1770 to schedule your event consultation.

Taking lunch breaks during meetings can delay productivity, especially if your team needs to head off-site for a quick bite. Instead, catered lunches are a great way to relax and take a quick breather, without delaying your meeting schedule.

An Event to Remember offers “Cool Wraps” in a variety of combinations – including turkey, veggie and tuna wraps on either a wheat or spinach wrap. Healthy and easy to eat – a perfect option for your team at your next brainstorming session.

Call us for pricing at (210) 340-1770 or to schedule your next catered lunch.

We love this winter wedding from Grandberry Hills! Nothing says elegant, winter wedding like black, white and red. Additionally, the venue was appropriately decorated with Christmas trees – who wouldn’t want a winter wedding?

When the bride came to An Event to Remember to coordinate their full-service catering, we knew our black and white damask runners would be the perfect accent for her tables. Red linen napkins and menus topped black chargers to round out this evening reception.

The tables alternated between tall glass vases and 29″ silver candelabras. These center accents were adorned with an array of assorted red florals, including Freedom Red Roses, Red Asatic Lilies and Red Astromerias along with fresh greenery of lemon leaf and seeded eucalyptus. Additionally, the table was sprinkled with red rose petals and small votive candles.

The seated dinner menu consisted of the following:

Traditional Garden Salad: A field of mixed greens with fresh cucumber wheels, garden cherry tomatoes and shredded carrots with a choice of Ranch or Italian Vinaigrette dressing

Chicken Picatta: Tender breast of chicken with a rich creamy lemon butter capers sauce garnished with fresh garden chopped parsley

Mixed Grilled Vegetables: Fresh garden egglant, red onion, carrots, mushrooms, asparagus and sweet peppers frilled and served julianna style

Garlic Mashers: Our fresh red potatoes, hand-mashed with butter and cream seasoned with garlic, spices and fresh garden rosemary

Children’s Menu: Chicken fingers with macaroni & cheese and tater tots

We can’t wait to meet with you to discuss your upcoming event. Give us a call at (210) 340-1770 to discuss how we can add a touch of elegance to your next event.

Candy and dessert stations continue to grow in popularity. The sweet morsels are a wonderful addition – either as parting favors or as a dessert option for your guests. Many brides have now opted to include these stations in their weddings, but they also make a great addition to any other event – social party, corporate gala, quinceanera and more!

The photos below are all courtesy Amy Atlas – the designer of all things sweet! Browse through the photos and let your taste buds soar.

If you are interested in a candy station, be sure to contact us for your catering consultation – 210/340-1770.

We came across this recent photo shoot and just HAD to share with all of you Twilight fans. In reality, whether you are a fan or not, this color scheme is gorgeous. Black, white and red for a romantic, brooding wedding reception.

Everything is gorgeous – the dress, the cake, the flowers, chandelier – perfect!

Thanks to the Wedding Chicks for sharing this inspiration!

Giving credit where it’s due:
Concept & Event Stationery: Unique Designs – www.daretobunique.com
Photography: Photography by Lindsey Tropf – www.purebylindsey.com
Concept Designer of Flowers & Tablescape:  Event Divas – www.theeventdivas.net
Cake: Posh Pastry – www.poshpastry.com
Hair: Stephanie & Lonie Carpenter from Mode Salon – www.amodesalon.com
Makeup: Sarah Hunter from Mode Salon – www.amodesalon.com
Accessories: Kari Roy – www.kariroy.com
Female Model: Chanel Bird – chanelb17@aol.com
Male Model: Bobby Swan
Wedding Dress: Solution’s Bridal – www.solutionsbridal.com
Tux: Tuxedo Junction – www.tuxedojunction.com
Linen Rentals: Celebration’s Catering – www.celebrationscatering.com