'Hot' Color for 2011

January 27, 2011

Honeysuckle has been declared the ‘hot’ color for 2011. It will make a strong appearance in fashion, home décor and most importantly…weddings. Check out some tips below, on how to incorporate this hot hue into your wedding!

For the Dining Tables:

-       Dress the table in gunmetal gray and use honeysuckle as an accent with the napkins, table runner and seat cushion

-       Design the menu cards or table numbers on honeysuckle colored paper

-       Set the table with a large water goblet or pretty champagne flute in a honeysuckle hue – this will pop against the other clear glassware

-       For the centerpiece, use a honeysuckle hued vase or wrap a honeysuckle colored ribbon around the vase

For Food & Drink:

-       Serve a fun cocktail that is honeysuckle colored

-       Pass French fries in paper cones that are honeysuckle colored

-       Showcase a candy station with candy in varying shades of the honeysuckle color (pinks, reds, berry, etc.)

-       Accent the wedding cake with honeysuckle colored ribbon, floral or sugar flowers

-       Get monogrammed cocktail napkins in honeysuckle

-       Incorporate the Honeysuckle flavor into a sorbet or have a white tea and Honeysuckle specialty drink

 

Posted by Blue Plate Weddings.

 

Trend Alert

January 25, 2011

There is a big trend we’ve been noticing with our weddings lately – Square tables! The traditional round table is out. Consider seating two people per side for a total of 8 guests per table. Of, if you have a long guest list, tables with up to 12 guests will create the same effect. This layout complements many contemporary wedding themes and will take your décor to the next level. Complete the look with chic square dishes and use tea lights to create a cozy, comfortable atmosphere at the...


Continue reading...

Posted by Blue Plate Weddings.

 

Winter White Décor with a “Hot” Menu

January 17, 2011

For a recent luncheon, Jesse Deckard, a Designer for Event Creative (www.eventcreative.com), transformed Blue Plate’s tasting room into a Hotel Delano inspired setting.  Although the room was a cool white, the menu was “hot.”  Diner’s palates were transported to South Beach, sampling:

Hamachi Sashimi, Jicama - Jalapeno Brunoise, Pineapple – Sesame Dressing, Toasted Marcona Almonds

Conch Chowder, Coconut Corn Flan, Sweet Potato, Micro Basil

Wood Grilled Filet and Mojo Braised P...


Continue reading...

Posted by Blue Plate Weddings.

 

Beverage of The Year

January 5, 2011

 

Ginger flavored cocktails were a trend in 2010, especially those made with Domaine de Canton. Here are two which were the specialty drink at two 2010 weddings:

Featured at a Summer Wedding…          

Dark & Stormy

2 oz. Dark Rum

8 oz. Fever Tree Ginger Beer

 

Serve over Ice

 

Featured at an Autumn Wedding…

Ginger Snap “Champagne” Cocktail

1 oz. Domaine de Canton

Sparkling Hard Apple Cider

Candied Ginger

 

Add the Domaine de Canton to a Champagne flute.  T...


Continue reading...

Posted by Blue Plate Weddings.

 

Year of the Pig?

December 21, 2010



For those of you who follow Chinese Zodiac, 2010 was the “Year of the Tiger.”  But, from what I’ve seen, 2010 should have been named the “Year of the Pig.”  After all, 2010 found me catering two weddings which featured whole roasted pig (one wedding is pictured above, photos courtesy of Matthew Whitlock/Zeta-Alpha Studio), dining on whole roasted pig at a wedding consultant’s dinner party, having dinner at the Purple Pig...you get the idea.  And then, there’s all of those rest...


Continue reading...

Posted by Blue Plate Weddings.

 

Trend of 2011: A Retro Wedding Dessert

December 15, 2010


 

 Whoopie pies were a big hit in 2010 and they are sticking around for 2011. Use these retro desserts as party favors, at a dessert table, or even as your wedding cake! The whoopie pie is replacing the fun trend of cupcakes and mini pies at weddings. Whoopie pies can be personalized to your liking and are made in tons of flavors like red velvet, pumpkin, carrot and even dark chocolate. You can also fill your pies with delicious flavors like chocolate ganache, marshmallow or sweet buttercrea...


Continue reading...

Posted by Blue Plate Weddings.

 

Getting Hitched Around the Holidays?

December 9, 2010

Are you planning a winter wedding?  Here are some fun and festive ways to spruce up your wedding with some holiday cheer.

Food: Use familiar flavors that you see around the holidays such as cinnamon, pumpkin, pomegranate, cranberry, etc.  Incorporate fun hors d’oeuvres that remind you of your family holiday parties such as Shrimp Cocktail, Bacon Wrapped Scallops and Pigs in a Blanket.

Drink: As your guests arrive from the chilly temps outside, greet them with a warm signature cocktail ...
Continue reading...

Posted by Blue Plate Weddings.

 

The Ultimate Wedding Oasis: White Chicago

December 8, 2010


 We’ve all heard the phrase, “Designer gowns for less”.  Now, you can actually have that and more at White Chicago.  Be sure to make this your next stop as you shop for your wedding gown. They offer ultimate designer wedding gowns for unbelievable prices. White Chicago provides a platform for all brides to experience their day the way they envision it and to look as beautiful as they feel.

At White Chicago, everything is white (literally). They have a runway so you can model your dre...


Continue reading...

Posted by Blue Plate Weddings.

 

Cutting and Stamping and Embossing….Oh My!

October 22, 2010

I recently had the opportunity to attend a “Cards and Cocktails” evening with a group of girl friends at Paper Source, a local favorite of ours for items like cute cards, specialty paper and craft supplies galore. We were invited to bring a bottle of wine and a snack to share. We met in the store after business hours for a mini holiday card-making workshop. After we reviewed the basics and were given the reigns to create our own cards, it got me thinking…what a GREAT way to add a litt...


Continue reading...

Posted by Blue Plate Weddings.

 

'Green' Your Wedding Part II

October 19, 2010


 

 It seems that everything these days is geared towards going green or being sustainable.  Some businesses have built greener, more sustainable business models, and other companies offer various green services to help you in your cause.  But how does all of this translate to your green wedding contribution?  While not all green weddings are in a candlelit tent with guests eating raw vegetables off of recycled hubcaps, there are a number of really cool ideas that you can incorporate into y...


Continue reading...

Posted by Blue Plate Weddings.

 
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'Hot' Color for 2011

January 27, 2011

Honeysuckle has been declared the ‘hot’ color for 2011. It will make a strong appearance in fashion, home décor and most importantly…weddings. Check out some tips below, on how to incorporate this hot hue into your wedding!

For the Dining Tables:

-       Dress the table in gunmetal gray and use honeysuckle as an accent with the napkins, table runner and seat cushion

-       Design the menu cards or table numbers on honeysuckle colored paper

-       Set the table with a large water goblet or pretty champagne flute in a honeysuckle hue – this will pop against the other clear glassware

-       For the centerpiece, use a honeysuckle hued vase or wrap a honeysuckle colored ribbon around the vase

For Food & Drink:

-       Serve a fun cocktail that is honeysuckle colored

-       Pass French fries in paper cones that are honeysuckle colored

-       Showcase a candy station with candy in varying shades of the honeysuckle color (pinks, reds, berry, etc.)

-       Accent the wedding cake with honeysuckle colored ribbon, floral or sugar flowers

-       Get monogrammed cocktail napkins in honeysuckle

-       Incorporate the Honeysuckle flavor into a sorbet or have a white tea and Honeysuckle specialty drink

 

Posted by Blue Plate Weddings.

 

Trend Alert

January 25, 2011

There is a big trend we’ve been noticing with our weddings lately – Square tables! The traditional round table is out. Consider seating two people per side for a total of 8 guests per table. Of, if you have a long guest list, tables with up to 12 guests will create the same effect. This layout complements many contemporary wedding themes and will take your décor to the next level. Complete the look with chic square dishes and use tea lights to create a cozy, comfortable atmosphere at the...


Continue reading...

Posted by Blue Plate Weddings.

 

Winter White Décor with a “Hot” Menu

January 17, 2011

For a recent luncheon, Jesse Deckard, a Designer for Event Creative (www.eventcreative.com), transformed Blue Plate’s tasting room into a Hotel Delano inspired setting.  Although the room was a cool white, the menu was “hot.”  Diner’s palates were transported to South Beach, sampling:

Hamachi Sashimi, Jicama - Jalapeno Brunoise, Pineapple – Sesame Dressing, Toasted Marcona Almonds

Conch Chowder, Coconut Corn Flan, Sweet Potato, Micro Basil

Wood Grilled Filet and Mojo Braised P...


Continue reading...

Posted by Blue Plate Weddings.

 

Beverage of The Year

January 5, 2011

 

Ginger flavored cocktails were a trend in 2010, especially those made with Domaine de Canton. Here are two which were the specialty drink at two 2010 weddings:

Featured at a Summer Wedding…          

Dark & Stormy

2 oz. Dark Rum

8 oz. Fever Tree Ginger Beer

 

Serve over Ice

 

Featured at an Autumn Wedding…

Ginger Snap “Champagne” Cocktail

1 oz. Domaine de Canton

Sparkling Hard Apple Cider

Candied Ginger

 

Add the Domaine de Canton to a Champagne flute.  T...


Continue reading...

Posted by Blue Plate Weddings.

 

Year of the Pig?

December 21, 2010



For those of you who follow Chinese Zodiac, 2010 was the “Year of the Tiger.”  But, from what I’ve seen, 2010 should have been named the “Year of the Pig.”  After all, 2010 found me catering two weddings which featured whole roasted pig (one wedding is pictured above, photos courtesy of Matthew Whitlock/Zeta-Alpha Studio), dining on whole roasted pig at a wedding consultant’s dinner party, having dinner at the Purple Pig...you get the idea.  And then, there’s all of those rest...


Continue reading...

Posted by Blue Plate Weddings.

 

Trend of 2011: A Retro Wedding Dessert

December 15, 2010


 

 Whoopie pies were a big hit in 2010 and they are sticking around for 2011. Use these retro desserts as party favors, at a dessert table, or even as your wedding cake! The whoopie pie is replacing the fun trend of cupcakes and mini pies at weddings. Whoopie pies can be personalized to your liking and are made in tons of flavors like red velvet, pumpkin, carrot and even dark chocolate. You can also fill your pies with delicious flavors like chocolate ganache, marshmallow or sweet buttercrea...


Continue reading...

Posted by Blue Plate Weddings.

 

Getting Hitched Around the Holidays?

December 9, 2010

Are you planning a winter wedding?  Here are some fun and festive ways to spruce up your wedding with some holiday cheer.

Food: Use familiar flavors that you see around the holidays such as cinnamon, pumpkin, pomegranate, cranberry, etc.  Incorporate fun hors d’oeuvres that remind you of your family holiday parties such as Shrimp Cocktail, Bacon Wrapped Scallops and Pigs in a Blanket.

Drink: As your guests arrive from the chilly temps outside, greet them with a warm signature cocktail ...
Continue reading...

Posted by Blue Plate Weddings.

 

The Ultimate Wedding Oasis: White Chicago

December 8, 2010


 We’ve all heard the phrase, “Designer gowns for less”.  Now, you can actually have that and more at White Chicago.  Be sure to make this your next stop as you shop for your wedding gown. They offer ultimate designer wedding gowns for unbelievable prices. White Chicago provides a platform for all brides to experience their day the way they envision it and to look as beautiful as they feel.

At White Chicago, everything is white (literally). They have a runway so you can model your dre...


Continue reading...

Posted by Blue Plate Weddings.

 

Cutting and Stamping and Embossing….Oh My!

October 22, 2010

I recently had the opportunity to attend a “Cards and Cocktails” evening with a group of girl friends at Paper Source, a local favorite of ours for items like cute cards, specialty paper and craft supplies galore. We were invited to bring a bottle of wine and a snack to share. We met in the store after business hours for a mini holiday card-making workshop. After we reviewed the basics and were given the reigns to create our own cards, it got me thinking…what a GREAT way to add a litt...


Continue reading...

Posted by Blue Plate Weddings.

 

'Green' Your Wedding Part II

October 19, 2010


 

 It seems that everything these days is geared towards going green or being sustainable.  Some businesses have built greener, more sustainable business models, and other companies offer various green services to help you in your cause.  But how does all of this translate to your green wedding contribution?  While not all green weddings are in a candlelit tent with guests eating raw vegetables off of recycled hubcaps, there are a number of really cool ideas that you can incorporate into y...


Continue reading...

Posted by Blue Plate Weddings.

 
Older posts »
 

'Hot' Color for 2011

January 27, 2011

Honeysuckle has been declared the ‘hot’ color for 2011. It will make a strong appearance in fashion, home décor and most importantly…weddings. Check out some tips below, on how to incorporate this hot hue into your wedding!

For the Dining Tables:

-       Dress the table in gunmetal gray and use honeysuckle as an accent with the napkins, table runner and seat cushion

-       Design the menu cards or table numbers on honeysuckle colored paper

-       Set the table with a large water goblet or pretty champagne flute in a honeysuckle hue – this will pop against the other clear glassware

-       For the centerpiece, use a honeysuckle hued vase or wrap a honeysuckle colored ribbon around the vase

For Food & Drink:

-       Serve a fun cocktail that is honeysuckle colored

-       Pass French fries in paper cones that are honeysuckle colored

-       Showcase a candy station with candy in varying shades of the honeysuckle color (pinks, reds, berry, etc.)

-       Accent the wedding cake with honeysuckle colored ribbon, floral or sugar flowers

-       Get monogrammed cocktail napkins in honeysuckle

-       Incorporate the Honeysuckle flavor into a sorbet or have a white tea and Honeysuckle specialty drink

 

Posted by Blue Plate Weddings.

 

Trend Alert

January 25, 2011

There is a big trend we’ve been noticing with our weddings lately – Square tables! The traditional round table is out. Consider seating two people per side for a total of 8 guests per table. Of, if you have a long guest list, tables with up to 12 guests will create the same effect. This layout complements many contemporary wedding themes and will take your décor to the next level. Complete the look with chic square dishes and use tea lights to create a cozy, comfortable atmosphere at the...


Continue reading...

Posted by Blue Plate Weddings.

 

Winter White Décor with a “Hot” Menu

January 17, 2011

For a recent luncheon, Jesse Deckard, a Designer for Event Creative (www.eventcreative.com), transformed Blue Plate’s tasting room into a Hotel Delano inspired setting.  Although the room was a cool white, the menu was “hot.”  Diner’s palates were transported to South Beach, sampling:

Hamachi Sashimi, Jicama - Jalapeno Brunoise, Pineapple – Sesame Dressing, Toasted Marcona Almonds

Conch Chowder, Coconut Corn Flan, Sweet Potato, Micro Basil

Wood Grilled Filet and Mojo Braised P...


Continue reading...

Posted by Blue Plate Weddings.

 

Beverage of The Year

January 5, 2011

 

Ginger flavored cocktails were a trend in 2010, especially those made with Domaine de Canton. Here are two which were the specialty drink at two 2010 weddings:

Featured at a Summer Wedding…          

Dark & Stormy

2 oz. Dark Rum

8 oz. Fever Tree Ginger Beer

 

Serve over Ice

 

Featured at an Autumn Wedding…

Ginger Snap “Champagne” Cocktail

1 oz. Domaine de Canton

Sparkling Hard Apple Cider

Candied Ginger

 

Add the Domaine de Canton to a Champagne flute.  T...


Continue reading...

Posted by Blue Plate Weddings.

 

Year of the Pig?

December 21, 2010



For those of you who follow Chinese Zodiac, 2010 was the “Year of the Tiger.”  But, from what I’ve seen, 2010 should have been named the “Year of the Pig.”  After all, 2010 found me catering two weddings which featured whole roasted pig (one wedding is pictured above, photos courtesy of Matthew Whitlock/Zeta-Alpha Studio), dining on whole roasted pig at a wedding consultant’s dinner party, having dinner at the Purple Pig...you get the idea.  And then, there’s all of those rest...


Continue reading...

Posted by Blue Plate Weddings.

 

Trend of 2011: A Retro Wedding Dessert

December 15, 2010


 

 Whoopie pies were a big hit in 2010 and they are sticking around for 2011. Use these retro desserts as party favors, at a dessert table, or even as your wedding cake! The whoopie pie is replacing the fun trend of cupcakes and mini pies at weddings. Whoopie pies can be personalized to your liking and are made in tons of flavors like red velvet, pumpkin, carrot and even dark chocolate. You can also fill your pies with delicious flavors like chocolate ganache, marshmallow or sweet buttercrea...


Continue reading...

Posted by Blue Plate Weddings.

 

Getting Hitched Around the Holidays?

December 9, 2010

Are you planning a winter wedding?  Here are some fun and festive ways to spruce up your wedding with some holiday cheer.

Food: Use familiar flavors that you see around the holidays such as cinnamon, pumpkin, pomegranate, cranberry, etc.  Incorporate fun hors d’oeuvres that remind you of your family holiday parties such as Shrimp Cocktail, Bacon Wrapped Scallops and Pigs in a Blanket.

Drink: As your guests arrive from the chilly temps outside, greet them with a warm signature cocktail ...
Continue reading...

Posted by Blue Plate Weddings.

 

The Ultimate Wedding Oasis: White Chicago

December 8, 2010


 We’ve all heard the phrase, “Designer gowns for less”.  Now, you can actually have that and more at White Chicago.  Be sure to make this your next stop as you shop for your wedding gown. They offer ultimate designer wedding gowns for unbelievable prices. White Chicago provides a platform for all brides to experience their day the way they envision it and to look as beautiful as they feel.

At White Chicago, everything is white (literally). They have a runway so you can model your dre...


Continue reading...

Posted by Blue Plate Weddings.

 

Cutting and Stamping and Embossing….Oh My!

October 22, 2010

I recently had the opportunity to attend a “Cards and Cocktails” evening with a group of girl friends at Paper Source, a local favorite of ours for items like cute cards, specialty paper and craft supplies galore. We were invited to bring a bottle of wine and a snack to share. We met in the store after business hours for a mini holiday card-making workshop. After we reviewed the basics and were given the reigns to create our own cards, it got me thinking…what a GREAT way to add a litt...


Continue reading...

Posted by Blue Plate Weddings.

 

'Green' Your Wedding Part II

October 19, 2010


 

 It seems that everything these days is geared towards going green or being sustainable.  Some businesses have built greener, more sustainable business models, and other companies offer various green services to help you in your cause.  But how does all of this translate to your green wedding contribution?  While not all green weddings are in a candlelit tent with guests eating raw vegetables off of recycled hubcaps, there are a number of really cool ideas that you can incorporate into y...


Continue reading...

Posted by Blue Plate Weddings.

 
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