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
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
When Pippa Middleton stepped out of the car for sister Kate’s wedding last year, her body-hugging, ivory gown told the world that bridesmaids are a force to be reckoned with. We’ve talked to Danielle Gulic from twobirds Bridesmaid in Toronto for the latest trends in bridesmaid … [Read more...] about 2012 Bridesmaid trends
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 … [Read more...] about 6 service options to please your guests
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
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
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
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
The planning of the wedding, from guest list to gift registry, should be a partnership, but often the bride takes on most of the planning duties. Get your guy involved with these groom-friendly tasks Set up a spreadsheet Include names, addresses and phone numbers of … [Read more...] about Tasks the groom can handle
A DJ can be a beginner, intermediate, expert or ‘other.’ ‘Other’ is a DJ who has no intention of making a career in the industry. These hobbyists are the used car salesmen of the DJ industry. A professional DJ has at least five years experience that have given him the … [Read more...] about Beware the amateur DJ
