Vintage inspiration
Dresses, accessories and DIY decor ideas to help you transform your wedding to a past era. … [Read more...] about Vintage inspiration
Planning
The basics: Choosing food for your wedding
Planning a reception meal for a large group seems daunting, but couples pull it off – successfully – everyday. We talked to a few wedding planners and caterers about the major considerations. Know your budget How much money you want to spend dictates the choice of food. … [Read more...] about The basics: Choosing food for your wedding
Wedding food trends of 2012
Getting through the day without tripping over your dress is great, but providing good food at your reception can be a challenge. Keep your guests well fed with these 2012 wedding food trends. Comfort nosh Set up a comfort food buffet late in the evening. Guests will have … [Read more...] about Wedding food trends of 2012
Serving ethnic food at your wedding
Canada’s cities diversify and so do marriages. The result is blended cultures and this is most evident in blended menus. Don’t be intimidated by the idea of blending contrasting cuisines. It can be done and the result will surprise and please your guests. Fusion … [Read more...] about Serving ethnic food at your wedding
Cake trends of 2012
Whether you are looking for a simple, traditional cake or a more elaborate, over-the-top confection to celebrate your wedding day, current trends influence the choice you make. Make way for buttercream Fondant is going out the door and buttercream is taking its place. Not … [Read more...] about Cake trends of 2012
6 service options to please your guests
You’ll give lots of thought to your wedding menu. All couples do. They pour over all the possibilities for the cocktail party. They worry about having entrée options for those with special dietary needs. Some send options along with the wedding invitation (on the reply card) so … [Read more...] about 6 service options to please your guests
A new bride shares her 5 life lessons
I learned a little something when I planned my own wedding recently. I discovered that instead of making the wedding into an event that has to be the most elaborate and elegant affair of the year, focus on the people. Life isn’t a fairy tale and you can’t always get everything … [Read more...] about A new bride shares her 5 life lessons
Cheers to making easy toasts
How often has the thought of giving a toast spoiled the wedding for people who get tongue-tied? Sometimes the problem is because a wedding party can be a hotbed of secrets, says Lawrence Bernstein, who runs ChargeYourGlasses.com, a website that helps the most hapless speaker … [Read more...] about Cheers to making easy toasts
How to work with your vendors
A stress-free wedding day starts with having confidence in the people who are responsible for putting all the details together. You will get the best service if you treat everyone with respect and show your appreciation for their work. Interviewing vendors Arrive with … [Read more...] about How to work with your vendors
Considerations for picking your wedding cake
Use your imagination as you consider colour, design, flavour, filling, icing and shape of your wedding cake – or cakes! Type of frosting Choose between a fondant or buttercream icing. Fondant is thin, hard, rolled out with a rolling pin and draped over the cake, giving a … [Read more...] about Considerations for picking your wedding cake
