Yesterday I and my MOH attended our very first bridal show at the Crowne Plaza in Warwick, R.I. We met with several potential vendors including Golden Gate Florist, Toria Dolce Bakery and Mike Picard Videography. I read rave reviews about them on the Knot board and thought it was a good opportunity to see their work in person. I was not disappointed. Golden Gate truly impressed me with their extensive floral portfolio. These people have a passion for flowers. As for Toria Dolce, I love their individual cake center piece idea and their tower of tasty cupcakes in lieu of the traditional tier cake. We indulged ourselves a little bit with a slice of chocolate ganache cake and visited Sweet Indulgence to try their dipped fruit at the chocolate fountain bar. It was delicious! I also love their personalized hand dipped gourmet fortune cookies as wedding favors. We saw the bridal fashion show hosted by a bridal house in Attleboro, MA. There were a few styles that caught my eye but nothing spectacular. Overall, it was a very pleasant experience, I did enjoy meeting a few vendors but I wished there was more to see or more to do there. Hopefully I will attend a few more of these events and bring the FI along too.
Monday, November 30, 2009
Spectacular Bridal Expo
Yesterday I and my MOH attended our very first bridal show at the Crowne Plaza in Warwick, R.I. We met with several potential vendors including Golden Gate Florist, Toria Dolce Bakery and Mike Picard Videography. I read rave reviews about them on the Knot board and thought it was a good opportunity to see their work in person. I was not disappointed. Golden Gate truly impressed me with their extensive floral portfolio. These people have a passion for flowers. As for Toria Dolce, I love their individual cake center piece idea and their tower of tasty cupcakes in lieu of the traditional tier cake. We indulged ourselves a little bit with a slice of chocolate ganache cake and visited Sweet Indulgence to try their dipped fruit at the chocolate fountain bar. It was delicious! I also love their personalized hand dipped gourmet fortune cookies as wedding favors. We saw the bridal fashion show hosted by a bridal house in Attleboro, MA. There were a few styles that caught my eye but nothing spectacular. Overall, it was a very pleasant experience, I did enjoy meeting a few vendors but I wished there was more to see or more to do there. Hopefully I will attend a few more of these events and bring the FI along too.
Saturday, November 28, 2009
Dear Blog
I'm sorry I've neglected you but I have returned with some blissful news on our impending nuptials. We've decided to host our love fest affair on the last Sunday in May. That Sunday falls on Memorial Day weekend, which is a big plus for us (cheaper vendors/venue) and the extended weekend allows ample travel time for many of our out of town guests. As for the reception sites, I think we've found THE ONE. Easton Beach Rotunda in Newport, R.I!
Ideally, I would have loved a beautiful tented wedding but I realize we would be at the mercy of the elements. I didn't want the extra stress of having to worry if my wedding would be rained out. There were also too many logistics involved in planning an outdoor reception. So we decided for practical reasons an indoor wedding would be our best bet. The Rotunda fit the bill purrrfectly!
1. Budget Friendly: Sunday holiday rentals are half the cost of a Saturday rental
2. Package Deal: Includes 5 hour site rental, complimentary coordinator, arched wedding trellis for beach ceremony, dining tables & white garden chairs, free 1 hour Carousel rides, free parking
3. Catering: Allows us to bring our own cater. It's important that we serve traditional Cambodian cuisine.
4. Accommodation: 225 (Our guest count is currently at 200)
5. Scene: Wrap around deck with sweeping seaside views (Did I mention it is right on the beach?)
6. Location: The venue is close to to a number of attractions and near hotels.
7. Symbolism: Easton Beach is near Cliff walk and Flo's clam shack, our fave little seafood eatery. We have some very sweet summer memories on that beach.
Ideally, I would have loved a beautiful tented wedding but I realize we would be at the mercy of the elements. I didn't want the extra stress of having to worry if my wedding would be rained out. There were also too many logistics involved in planning an outdoor reception. So we decided for practical reasons an indoor wedding would be our best bet. The Rotunda fit the bill purrrfectly!
1. Budget Friendly: Sunday holiday rentals are half the cost of a Saturday rental
2. Package Deal: Includes 5 hour site rental, complimentary coordinator, arched wedding trellis for beach ceremony, dining tables & white garden chairs, free 1 hour Carousel rides, free parking
3. Catering: Allows us to bring our own cater. It's important that we serve traditional Cambodian cuisine.
4. Accommodation: 225 (Our guest count is currently at 200)
5. Scene: Wrap around deck with sweeping seaside views (Did I mention it is right on the beach?)
6. Location: The venue is close to to a number of attractions and near hotels.
7. Symbolism: Easton Beach is near Cliff walk and Flo's clam shack, our fave little seafood eatery. We have some very sweet summer memories on that beach.
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