Last weekend we provided full service catering for a gorgeous wedding at the AT&T Community Centre at San Fernando Cathedral. This spacious, modern event space is perfect for weddings of varied sizes – including this lively 300 person wedding celebration.

The bride selected black and ivory linens, accented with single red roses in small cylinder glass vases with floating votive candles. Gold chargers added a touch of elegance.

Our catering staff included bartenders and a margarita machine. Following cocktails, the menu included:

Grilled marinated beef and chicken fajitas
served with warmed corn and flour tortillas

Choice of pico de gallo, sour cream, frilled sweet peppers and onions
cheddar and monterrey cheeses, salsa verde and picante salsa

Served alongside beans a la charra and mexican style rice

Freshly brewed iced tea and premium coffee

We recently had the fortune to cater a National Association of Catering Executives, San Antonio dinner and cocktail reception at Rio Plaza in downtown San Antonio. Our full service catering package included bartending services, coffee bar, linens, reception tables on the patio and floral centerpieces.

The three-course seated dinner menu consisted of:

Tomato Salad
Sliced tomatoes topped with feta cheese, capers and light vinaigrette dressing served over mixed greens

Chicken Roulade
Our tender breast of chicken, hand-rolled with fresh spinach and feta cheese.
Finished with a roasted red pepper sauce and served with garlic mashers and fresh grilled asparagus.

Peach Cobbler a la mode
Our homemade peach cobbler served with cinnamon ice cream

A coffee bar was also provided – giving guests to option to customize their latte or freshly brewed coffee to their preference. Cappuccino, anyone?

If you are interesting in our catering services at Rio Plaza or elsewhere throughout San Antonio, give us a call at 210/340-1770 to schedule a consultation with one of our event specialists.

We loved the handbags by Nelle so much, that we decided to spotlight more handbags for you lovers of handbags and clutches! Eclu is an Etsy vendor who has some fun, vintage clutches for you and your bridesmaids. These designs are solid on the outside, with fun embellishments and funky, whimsical prints lining the interior.

All of the handbags are made to order with approximately 60 different shades and textures from which to choose. Have fun – and happy designing!

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.